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Bristol, a vibrant city with a rich maritime history, offers a diverse array of event venues perfect for professionals organising corporate gatherings. From modern conference centres to historic settings, Bristol caters to all tastes and requirements. Consider the venue's capacity, location relative to transport links, and available amenities when planning your next event.

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

Discover top Event Venues in Bristol for professional gatherings. Ideal locations with excellent facilities tailored for corporate events.

Event Venues in Bristol

Event Venues

A grand, versatile event space with high ceilings in a historic hotel. Ideal for large gatherings.

The Sansovino is 392 sq. meters, 18x12m in size with a 22m high ceiling! This allows all manor of events to maximise their potential in the space. 

With its own entrance separate to the hotel, guests will be in for something special on arrival to the hotel. 

From a theatre conference to indoor inflatable team building - there really is no limit on what can be achieved. 


Elegant event space at Bristol Harbour Hotel, perfect for formal dinners and conferences.

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Elegant dining setup in The Sansovino, Bristol Harbour Hotel for weddings and galas.

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Elegant Sansovino venue in Bristol Harbour Hotel, ideal for upscale events and conferences.

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Elegant event space at Bristol Harbour Hotel with round tables for corporate dinners.

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Elegant banquet hall at Bristol Harbour Hotel for gala or awards ceremony.

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Events

The Sansovino

Bristol Harbour Hotel

Grand historic halls in a landmark museum, ideal for receptions, dinners, and parties up to 400 guests.

Our Wills and Winterstoke Halls are located in the heart of the museum surrounded by grand architecture and thousands of years of history.

Our head chef and his team offer a range of menus to suit your event, from canapes, bowl food, finger and fork buffets and seated dinner menus.


Elegant event space in Bristol Museum with grand architecture and soft purple lighting.

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Elegant event space in Bristol Museum with vibrant lighting for corporate and social gatherings.

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Winterstoke and Wills Hall, Bristol: grand staircase, vibrant decor for gala events.

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Elegant event space at Bristol Museum with round tables, ideal for gala dinners and corporate events.

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Elegant event space at Bristol Museum, perfect for corporate gatherings and galas.

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Reception

Dining 

Winterstoke and Wills Hall

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

A spacious, elegant dining room in a historic venue, ideal for corporate events and celebrations.

Dining Room 1 is the largest of our dining rooms, and is accessed directly from the foyer of the building.
Our in-house catering team have been providing stunning meals in the building for many years, and with this experience comes a very high level of quality and professionalism.
Dining Room 1 can be joined to dining room 2 to increase capacity or provide additional space.
A bar can be installed an manned in this room upon request.

Elegant event space with teal walls, perfect for meetings and receptions at 17 Park Street.

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Elegant dining room with tartan carpet staircase, perfect for networking events and receptions.

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Elegant meeting room with chandeliers, ideal for corporate events and formal gatherings.

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Dining Room 1

17 Park Street

A riverside venue with marquees for 100, perfect for relaxed weddings and events away from the city.

A very popular option is to arrive by boat from Bristol city centre. Our two marquees offer a total indoor capacity of 100 for seated eating. The covered riverside deck allows for extra guests to be invited in the evening. On Thursdays, when the entire venue is for your exclusive use, there is further flexibility for seated dining. Our normal closing time is 11:00pm, but this can be extended to midnight upon request (minimum of two weeks notice required).

Vibrant group celebrating on a boat at Beeses Riverside Bar, ideal for weddings and retreats.

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Lakeside outdoor venue with white tent and red umbrellas for events and meetings.

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Event tent at Beeses Riverside Bar, warm lighting for weddings and receptions.

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Joyful wedding celebration at Beeses Riverside Bar with confetti and smiling guests.

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Vibrant outdoor event at Beeses Riverside Bar with lush garden and water feature.

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Business

Whole Venue

Beeses Riverside Bar

An immersive aquarium with tropical gardens, ideal for receptions, dinners, and parties.

Host a drinks reception in the Bristol Aquarium and marvel at a wide variety of fish species and tropical gardens. Continue the party in the atmospheric foyer space under the canopied ceiling.

Start your night with a glass of fizz as you explore the night time underwater world of the Aquarium, surrounded by mesmerising marine life.

You’ll then enjoy a delicious festive feast under an atmospheric canopy of twinkling lights before indulging in your favourite tipple at the Abyss Bar and dancing the night away.

Perfect for – dinners, drink receptions, networking and parties.

Elegant event space with round tables at Bristol Aquarium for upscale dinners and corporate events.

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Audience at Bristol Aquarium theater enjoying a vibrant multimedia presentation.

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Underwater-themed venue at Bristol Aquarium for unique events and receptions.

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U-shaped meeting room at Bristol Aquarium, ideal for workshops and collaborative discussions.

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Elegant banquet table at Bristol Aquarium, perfect for celebrations and events.

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Whole venue

Bristol Aquarium 

A versatile, pillar-free event space with natural light in Bristol's largest conference venue.

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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Weddings

Dolman Hall

Ashton Gate Stadium

A versatile event space in a central hotel, ideal for meetings, private dining, and celebrations.

This space is perfect for both business and leisure hire. In these spaces we can host Baby Showers, Afternoon Tea, Private Dining Events, Wedding Receptions and Birthday Parties. 

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 the event spaces.

Modern meeting room at Clayton Hotel Bristol, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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Modern lobby at Clayton Hotel Bristol, ideal for meetings and events with elegant staircase.

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Modern open-air courtyard at Clayton Hotel Bristol for events and networking.

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Clayton Hotel Bristol City

Elegant Georgian venue with dining, meeting rooms, and summer accommodation. Suitable for events.

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

A stunning Edwardian suite in Bristol with a stage, bar, and terrace for events and parties.

With a stage, sound system, and AV, the Elizabeth Suite is the ideal space for any event. A uniquely stunning space in the heart of Bristol, your experience will be elevated by the stunning decor and original period features of this Edwardian building. With a marble-topped oak bar and private terrace, this space is ideal for product launches or work parties.

Our DDR includes unlimited Wifi and all-day kitchen access, with tea, coffee and buffet lunch included.  Hire is flexible and can include other add-ons such as drinks packages and Day Delegate into banquet dining or evening hire.  


Elegant Elizabeth Suite at Armada House with chandelier, perfect for upscale events.

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Elegant bar setup in The Elizabeth Suite, Armada House for events and gatherings.

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Elegant Elizabeth Suite at Armada House, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant event space in The Elizabeth Suite with round tables for networking and gatherings.