A historic building with weathered stone walls, gabled roofs, and a large green lawn at Blackfriars Priory.
An event venue with exposed stone walls, high vaulted ceiling, and rows of white chairs at Blackfriars Priory.
An event venue with exposed timber beams, stone walls, and rows of chairs in The East Range at Blackfriars Priory.
An event venue with high vaulted ceilings, stone walls, and round tables with white linens at Blackfriars Priory.

Blackfriars Priory

Historic Building

  3 reviews  – 
Ladybellegate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2HN –
Gloucester
From £1300
hire fee
Up to 200
seats
Up to 250
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Set within a preserved 13th-century Dominican monastery, Blackfriars Priory in Gloucester combines historical charm with a tranquil courtyard garden. Perfect for unique weddings, private celebrations, or live music events, with the freedom to bring your own DJ or music.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Blackfriars Priory

The North Range at Blackfriars Priory
The North Range
Hall
·
Private space
200 seats
250 standing
The North Range is one of the two indoor spaces available for your wedding. With the capacity of 250 guests, your celebrations can be as grand as you wish. High-beamed ceilings, rugged stone walls, and Gothic windows create a breathtaking venue in which to say ‘I do’. After your ceremony, the scenery will be turned into a beautiful wedding breakfa...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £3250 hire fee
Enquire now
The East Range at Blackfriars Priory
The East Range
Hall
·
Private space
80 seats
80 standing
The East Range is a Hall in Blackfriars Priory notable for its preserved 13th-century stone architecture and medieval proportions. Design: The East Range's interior shows exposed medieval masonry, high narrow proportions and a long rectangular plan; pale flagstone flooring and visible repair work give the room a raw, historic character. Features:...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £1300 hire fee
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Communication
5.0
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ET
Ellie T.
Verified review
Wedding · 100 guests · June 2024 · The North Range
Absolutely unbelievable from start to finish. Thank you so much for helping us create the best day of our lives
5.0
DP
Dale P.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
K
Kirsty
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 1:00
from £1300–£3250 hire fee
The North Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £3250 hire fee
The East Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £1300 hire fee
Tuesday
9:00 – 1:00
from £1300–£3250 hire fee
The North Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £3250 hire fee
The East Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £1300 hire fee
Wednesday
9:00 – 1:00
from £1300–£3250 hire fee
The North Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £3250 hire fee
The East Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £1300 hire fee
Thursday
9:00 – 1:00
from £1300–£3250 hire fee
The North Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £3250 hire fee
The East Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £1300 hire fee
Friday
9:00 – 1:00
from £1500–£3600 hire fee
The North Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £3600 hire fee
The East Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £1500 hire fee
Saturday
9:00 – 1:00
from £1900–£3900 hire fee
The North Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £3900 hire fee
The East Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £1900 hire fee
Sunday
9:00 – 1:00
from £1900–£3900 hire fee
The North Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £3900 hire fee
The East Range
9:00 – 1:00
from £1900 hire fee

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 250
standing
Up to 200
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Alcohol provided
BYO alcohol
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events

About Blackfriars Priory

Blackfriars Priory is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Blackfriars Priory is a preserved 13th‑century Dominican monastery functioning as a historic events venue, defined by its medieval stonework and monastic architecture.

Venue highlights: The complex offers a sheltered courtyard garden and adaptable medieval interiors that suit daytime and evening programmes. The building accommodates amplified sound and has basic infrastructure for staged activity.

Best for: Weddings, concerts and live performances, private receptions.

Location: Ladybellegate Street sits beside Gloucester's historic Docks and the city centre, providing nearby options for after-event dining and evening entertainment.

What guests say: The events team provides responsive, hands-on coordination that keeps bookings organised and the day running smoothly. Pre-event access for setting up and active on-the-day support are routinely available for private hires.

FAQ

At Blackfriars Priory, the following catering options are available:

  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers
  • Bringing your own alcohol is allowed

  • Free parking is available on-site
  • Free on-street parking is available

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Blackfriars Priory:

  • The North Range hosting 100 guests: £4615.60

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Blackfriars Priory is located at Ladybellegate Street, in Gloucester.

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