Bristol has been ranked both the happiest place in Britain and the best UK city outside of London for young entrepreneurs. So, it's definitely got that sought-after combination of leisure and business that will make your corporate away day a success!

Whether you're looking to treat your staff to a fun day out or to improve productivity with a team building day, you won't be short of choice when it comes to venues in Bristol. From the quirky and unusual to the grand and historical, there's something for every team size and budget.

Bristol is well connected by road, rail and air, with excellent transport links to the rest of the UK and beyond.

TRANSPORT

Bristol is home to a wide variety of food and drink, from Michelin-starred restaurants to local pubs and cafes.

FOOD & DRINK

Bristol has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and its history is visible everywhere you go.

HISTORY

Bristol is a historic city in the South West of England with a rich maritime heritage. The city has a vibrant events scene, with a number of popular venues and a calendar full of events. Bristol is home to a number of well-known music festivals, including Love Saves the Day and Dot to Dot, as well as the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta. The city is also host to a number of cultural events, such as the Bristol Harbour Festival and the Bristol Shakespeare Festival. Bristol is the perfect place to hold an event, with a variety of venues and a calendar full of events.

Bristol

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

LANDMARKS

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

CULTURE

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

United Kingdom

Packed with arts, culture and history, it's no surprise that Bristol is a great city for a corporate away day with your staff. Browse the best venues.

Away Day Venues

Intimate 80-capacity event space in stylish Bristol city centre hotel, ideal for corporate away days, from £300 daily with flexible layouts and elegant décor.

The Vaults offers itself for various numbers of intimate events, from birthday parties and baby showers to Christmas Parties and Wedding ceremonies!

The elegantly decorated room fits well with any colour schemed event, allowing for each event to be individual, and easily altered to client preference. 

Elegant dining room at The Vaults, Bristol Harbour Hotel, ideal for weddings and formal events.

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Elegant dining table with gold candelabra at Bristol Harbour Hotel for formal events.

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Elegant event space at The Vaults, Bristol with white chairs and yellow sashes for weddings.

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Meeting room at Bristol Harbour Hotel with round tables for corporate events.

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Elegant banquet room at The Vaults, Bristol for weddings and corporate events.

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Events

The Vaults

Bristol Harbour Hotel

Bristol Harbour Hotel - The Vaults

Modern conference hotel near Bristol business district with boardroom for 12, theatre-style for 20, HD screens, technical support, £150 daily hire.

A modern meeting room with natural daylight, LCD TV with AV connections, the Brunel at Future Inn Bristol Hotel is the ideal venue for smaller meetings, training sessions, or interviews. This versatile space features a formal boardroom setup, ensuring a professional atmosphere for your discussions. With on-site technical support and essential amenities like whiteboards and flip charts, your team will have everything they need for a productive session. The breakout area just outside the room provides a perfect spot for informal discussions or refreshments. Located close to the business district and within walking distance of local attractions, Future Inn Bristol offers easy access to the M32 and M5, making it convenient for delegates traveling from afar. Enjoy stunning views over Cabot Circus while you work, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees.

Meeting room at Future Inn Bristol with round table, water bottles, and notepads.

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Meeting room with oval table and ergonomic chairs at Future Inn Bristol Hotel.

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Bright meeting room at Future Inn Bristol, perfect for professional gatherings and brainstorming.

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Meeting room with pink chairs at Future Inn Bristol for workshops and team meetings.

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Modern meeting room at Future Inn Bristol, perfect for corporate events and presentations.

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Theatre

Business

Brunel

Future Inn Bristol Hotel

Bristol harbourside cultural landmark with panoramic terrace views, ideal for away days. Theatre-style for 230, dining for 180. Day delegate packages from £45 per person 

Looking for a truly memorable wedding venue then the Events Suite is perfect as it features a backdrop of Bristol's harbour side.
In a nutshell the suite can be used as one spacious room or divided into three different rooms each with direct access onto the balcony with spectacular panoramic views across the city.

Elegant dining table setup in M Shed for formal events and celebrations.

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Elegant event space with purple decor, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Events Suite in M Shed, elegant chairs for formal gatherings, ideal for conferences and weddings.

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"Professionals celebrating in M Shed's vibrant outdoor Events Suite venue."

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Elegant wedding ceremony setup in M Shed with natural light and beautiful decor.

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Weddings

Events Suite

M Shed

Interactive Bristol venue with hundreds of board games, table tennis and foosball, ideal for team building away days from £70 daily hire.

We offer full venue hire or part hire depending on the number of guests. We offer a unique entertainment for team building activities, weddings, hen and stag do-s or birthday celebrations. Our aim is to make your event special with the feautes we provide, guests can choose from hundreds of board games, host lead play, table tennis or foosball. You can choose to have a dance floor and make your own music. We are able to host business meetings with screening provided.

Vibrant tabletop gaming session at Replay Bristol for team-building and networking events.

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Lively networking event at Replay Bristol with attendees enjoying drinks and conversation.

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Engaged participants at Replay Bristol enjoying a team-building networking event.

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Diverse board games shelf at Replay Bristol for team-building and networking events.

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Hot dog with mustard and fries at Replay Bristol for casual event catering.

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Replay Bristol

100-capacity unique camping venue near Temple Meads, ideal for corporate away days with overnight accommodation included, from £350 weekdays for exclusive hire.

We are a short distance from Bristol Temple Meads and to Bristol City Centre. We offer a completely unique space, that is very versatile and a refreshing alternative to hotels or more traditional venues, making it an exciting venue for one of the kinds, memorable events

We are well suited for team building, conferences and cooperate events, as well as photoshoots, somewhere to film and exhibitions. 

As accommodation is also included, it's great if you want to continue the evening out, or if you need to stay to set up.  

Vintage caravans in Towed Town Camping, perfect for creative workshops and casual meetings.

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Vintage caravan event space for casual meetings and networking in Towed Town Camping.

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Towed Town

Towed Town Camping 

1200-capacity stadium suite with pitch views and private bar, ideal for away days. Theatre-style for 800, dining for 600. From £89 per person for celebration packages.

The Dolman Hall is an open space without pillars. This space creates a blank canvas which can be dresses to tailor your event. With natural daylight and three-phase power its the perfect blank canvas for your event. 

Elegant banquet hall in Dolman Hall, Ashton Gate Stadium for corporate events and galas.

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Elegant banquet hall in Dolman Hall, Ashton Gate Stadium, perfect for corporate events.

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Reception

Dolman Hall

Ashton Gate Stadium

Ashton Gate Stadium - Dolman Hall

Industrial blank canvas space in Bristol with high ceilings and stylish courtyards, accommodating up to 300 standing for corporate away days from £1,000 weekdays.

The Event Space isn't a conventional wedding venue, it's not fussy or carpeted, and it's nothing like a manor house, rather, it's a striking blank canvas space with stunning proportions and a unique off-beat but classy atmosphere.
Paintworks Event Space has been hosting wedding ceremonies and receptions since 2007, and no two weddings here have ever been the same! 

Elegant banquet setup in Paintworks Event Space, perfect for weddings and receptions.

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Rustic event space with brick walls, ideal for weddings and corporate gatherings.

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Stylish wedding party at rustic brick Paintworks Event Space, blending elegance and charm.

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Group of women in vibrant dresses at rustic Paintworks Event Space for creative gatherings.

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Event Space in Paintworks with aligned chairs, ideal for meetings and ceremonies.

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Event Space  

Paintworks Event Space

Elegant Georgian venue in Clifton with boardroom for 30 or theatre-style for 70, plasma screens, on-site catering, from £350 daily hire.

Clifton Hill House is used for functions and meetings all year round and boasts elegant Georgian reception rooms, a print gallery and foyer. Rooms may be set up in theatre, cabaret or boardroom style, and rooms have a plasma screen and laptop. Catering is available on site for up to 90 guests for either a buffet or formal meal in the modern dining room and up to 70 guests for either a buffet or formal meal in the function suite. Accommodation is also available during the summer for guests in standard single rooms.

Clifton Hill House meeting room with long table, ideal for workshops and board meetings.

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Clifton Hill House meeting room with elegant decor for professional events and gatherings.

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Elegant event space at Clifton Hill House with large windows and grand piano for receptions.

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Elegant meeting room at Clifton Hill House with chandelier, ideal for small events.

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Elegant event space at Clifton Hill House with round tables and floral centerpieces.

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Clifton Hill House

Modern office space in converted 90s document facility near Cabot Circus, ideal for away days with five separate units, breakout spaces, from £3,000 daily.

CONCEPT is a modern office space located on the ground floor of the former 90s document storage facility in central Bristol. It offers a contemporary design with plenty of natural light, a Starlink internet connection, five separate office units, a kitchen and lunch area, and breakout spaces for meetings. The space is designed to cater to the needs of growing businesses, providing a conducive environment for productivity and collaboration. CONCEPT is situated close to Bristol's Cabot Circus and Stokes Croft, offering staff the opportunity to be part of the wider DOCUMENT community.

Stylish meeting space with modern green chairs for creative brainstorming sessions.

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Dynamic training facility with boxing ring for fitness workshops and corporate retreats.

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Spacious empty venue with support columns, ideal for large gatherings and exhibitions.

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Spacious industrial venue with high ceilings for conferences and exhibitions in Bristol.

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Spacious minimalist event venue with structural pillars for corporate meetings and workshops.

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CONCEPT

Document Bristol

Central Bristol hotel with boardroom for 12, ideal for intimate away day meetings, featuring CleverTouch technology and exclusive outdoor terrace from £200 daily.

This space is perfect for both business and leisure hire. We can host Baby Showers, Afternoon Tea, Private Dining Events, Wedding Receptions and Birthday Parties in this space.

Our meeting & event spaces are located one floor below Reception and are accessible via stairs or lift.

Meetings & events guests also have access to our Conference Lounge and Exclusive Outdoor Terrace, located on the same floor as our event spaces.

Modern meeting room at Clayton Hotel Bristol with wooden table and leather chairs.

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Modern open-air courtyard at Kolbus, Clayton Hotel Bristol for events and meetings.

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Modern lobby at Kolbus, Clayton Hotel Bristol City, ideal for meetings and events.

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Boardroom

Kolbus

Clayton Hotel Bristol City

330-capacity grassroots music venue in central Bristol, ideal for corporate away days. Professional AV, projectors, full bar. From £150/hour for exclusive hire.

We have a large, decorated event space with street window frontage with the following capacity:

330 standing
126 table/cabaret-style seating (tables and chairs provided)
150 stalls seating (chairs provided)

This room is fully equipped for professional events including a fully stocked bar, large D&B Audiotechnik soundsystem, 2x HD projectors and large projection screens, professional lighting, art installations and a merch stand.

We are a stimulating and creative space for company staff events, conferences, networking & teambuilding events, presentations, product launches, rehearsals & more 

Main room at Strange Brew with hanging globes, ideal for meetings and events.

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Vibrant event space with colorful decor for workshops and conferences at Strange Brew.

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Vibrant event space in Strange Brew, ideal for workshops and community gatherings.

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Versatile event space with stage and vibrant decor for corporate meetings and social gatherings.

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Main room

Strange Brew

Carbon-neutral converted chapel boardroom for away days, up to 45 theatre-style. Arched windows, projector included. Off Whiteladies Road from £48/hour.

Future Leap venues are sustainably managed and carbon neutral, making them the perfect choice for your next business meeting or event. Nestled in the charming Old Chapel off Whiteladies Road, Future Leap Clifton offers a unique blend of historic character and modern amenities. With stunning arched windows that flood the space with natural light, this flexible workspace is ideal for hosting meetings, conferences, and workshops. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere within a thriving business community, all while prioritising sustainability. Book your next event at Future Leap Clifton and experience a venue that aligns with your values and enhances your professional gatherings. Please note that while the venue is not wheelchair accessible, it provides a distinctive setting that inspires creativity and collaboration.

U-shaped meeting room in Future Leap, Clifton for collaborative discussions and presentations.

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U-shaped meeting room in Future Leap, ideal for workshops and strategy sessions.

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The Boardroom

Future Leap - Clifton

Creative Bristol Arts Quarter venue ideal for away days, accommodating up to 70 standing or 40 dining, from £2,500 daily hire with accessible facilities.

The Private Dining space at The Forge is a versatile area suitable for various events such as private dining, business meetings, team building days, celebrations, and arts and culture festivals. It offers a unique creative space in Bristol's Arts Quarter, curated for events and workshops. The space encourages creativity, collaboration, and celebration, making it ideal for intimate gatherings and corporate events.

Private dining space with exposed brick walls, perfect for meetings and social gatherings.

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Private dining table with floral centerpieces for intimate events and gatherings.

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Private dining table with floral centerpiece for elegant weddings and brunches.

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Private dining space with rustic table, ideal for workshops and brainstorming sessions.

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Private dining event at The Forge with rustic brick facade and vibrant outdoor networking.

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Private Dining

The Forge

Harbourside entertainment venue with mini golf and darts, seating 164 for dining or 250 standing, ideal for team-building away days from £800 daily hire.

It is ideally suited for more intimate meetings and events if taken singularly, Magnolia at Warren House Hotel offers a unique and elegant setting for your gatherings. Nestled within the stunning grounds of this Victorian mansion in Kingston, Surrey, Magnolia provides a private room equipped with modern amenities, including complimentary Wi-Fi and a dedicated bar service. Guests can indulge in exquisite canapés and enjoy tailored food and beverage packages, ensuring a memorable experience. The hotel’s serene atmosphere, complemented by lush gardens and exceptional service, makes it the perfect backdrop for corporate events, private receptions, or special celebrations. With free parking and wheelchair accessibility, Magnolia is designed to cater to all your event needs, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—creating lasting memories. Whether you’re hosting a small meeting or a private drinks reception, Magnolia at Warren House Hotel guarantees a sophisticated and intimate environment for your next event.

Vibrant event space with themed mini-golf for corporate gatherings in Bristol.

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Modern meeting space in Par 59 Bristol, perfect for networking events and team meetings.

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Stylish modern venue in Par 59 Bristol, perfect for networking events and gatherings.

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Vibrant event space in Par 59 Bristol for team-building and corporate gatherings.

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Modern event space in Par 59 Bristol with cozy seating for networking and meetings.