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Bristol's formal event venues offer a blend of historical elegance and modern sophistication, ideal for creating an impressive backdrop for corporate gatherings. Consider the city's maritime heritage and vibrant cultural scene when planning your next high-profile meeting or gala dinner, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees.

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 Formal Event Venues in Bristol. Perfect settings for corporate events that demand professionalism and style.

Formal Event Venues in Bristol

Formal Event Venues

Explore Bristol Museum for top formal event venues. Ideal for corporate gatherings that blend history with elegance in Bristol.

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

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

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

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

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

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Dining 

Winterstoke and Wills Hall

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery: Formal Events

Explore Bristol Harbour Hotel for corporate and formal events in Bristol. Ideal for professional gatherings with style.

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. 

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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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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Events

The Vaults

Bristol Harbour Hotel

Bristol Harbour Hotel - Formal Events

Explore Clifton Hill House for your next formal event in Bristol. Elegant spaces and full-service catering ideal for professional gatherings.

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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Business

Clifton Hill House

Clifton Hill House - Bristol Formal Events

A versatile 1600-capacity venue with a smaller adjoining space, ideal for various large events.

The O2 Academy Bristol (capacity 1600) can be fully seated suitable for awards ceremonies, exhibitions, product launches, corporate conferences and Christmas parties guaranteed to impress any client. With an adjoining smaller space to the main O2 Academy Bristol (capacity 350) designed to function flexibly as a stand alone, production complete venue, it also provides a second room for events. With onsite catering facilites, staging, AV/Technical equipment and event management support we can offer a unique experience to suit any event.

Versatile event space at O2 Academy Bristol with stage, ideal for concerts and corporate events.

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O2 Academy Bristol exterior at night, perfect for concerts and events.

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O2 Academy Bristol venue with tiered seating for concerts and corporate events.

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Versatile event space at O2 Academy Bristol, ideal for concerts and corporate events.

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O2 Academy Bristol venue entrance with clear signage, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.

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Whole Venue

O2 Academy Bristol

A versatile, creative event space in Bristol with a bar, sound system, and seating for up to 330.

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

A versatile event suite with AV tech and a private terrace overlooking Bristol Harbour.

The Events Suite features a range of integrated audio visual solutions, including 2 data projectors with screen and a sound system with a range of microphone options. Creating the right mood is easy with our atmospheric lighting system-featuring pin spots, down lighters and LED's which can change colour to suit your event.
The space is based on the 2 floor of the museum and has a private terrace that overlooks the Bristol Harbour side. The suite can be used as one large spacious room or divided into three different areas.

Events Suite in M Shed, modern seminar space with black chairs and blue lighting.

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Events Suite in M Shed: modern waterfront venue with evening lights, perfect for gatherings.

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Events Suite in M Shed: modern meeting room with long table, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Events Suite in M Shed set for a fashion show with pink runway and stylish seating.

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Spacious M Shed Events Suite set for a conference with modern design and natural light.

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Buffet

Events Suite

M Shed

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.

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

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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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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 venue in a historic building with mezzanine, ideal for corporate events and parties.

Revolution Bristol is a great venue to host your next event. The large space can be transformed and furniture moved to exactly how your event requires. 

With a separate area upstairs, the mezzanine allows for different activities to take place throughout the venue or works excellently as a buffet serving area for larger parties to keep the main bar clear. 

However you would like the venue set up, our dedicated team will be there to tailor your event to exactly how you would like. We offer bespoke packages for all types of events including Christmas parties, leaving drinks, Summer events etc.

Vibrant Revolution Bristol venue with modern bar for events and gatherings.

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Vibrant Revolution Bristol venue with stylish bar, ideal for networking events and gatherings.

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Vibrant Revolution Bristol venue with eclectic decor for casual meetings and events.

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Versatile event space in Revolution Bristol with natural light for networking and meetings.

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Vibrant event space in Revolution Bristol with rustic decor for networking and gatherings.

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Full Venue Hire

Revolution Bristol

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.

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The Elizabeth Suite

Armada House

Showroom at DOCUMENT, Bristol is a bespoke space where Parlez Clothing runs their design studio and showroom. It is a creative hub within the DOCUMENT community, offering a collaborative environment for events and meetings. The space is surrounded by a gym, a tattoo artist, and street artist Mr Penfold, creating a vibrant and inspiring atmosphere. Showroom provides a kitchen area for informal conversations and idea sharing. With a nautical theme and 90s retro feel, Showroom is ideal for fashion-related events, creative workshops, and design-focused meetings.

Bustling marketplace event at Document Bristol with diverse clothing racks.

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Vibrant creative workspace in Document Bristol for meetings and events.

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Collaborative workspace in Document Bristol, vibrant decor for meetings and events.

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Showroom Bristol event space bustling with attendees at vibrant food stalls.

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Showroom event in Bristol with diverse attendees networking in a vibrant atmosphere.

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Showroom

Document Bristol

Event space with AV, river views, and a cafe. Ideal for networking, presentations, and launches.

Prominently located overlooking (unsurprisingly) Bristol Bridge, The Bridge cafe is our extensive event space with a capacity of up to 100 people. Equipped with AV including a screen and microphones, it is perfect for networking events, presentations and product launches. 

Modern event space at Runway East Bristol with natural light and casual seating.

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Modern event space with swing seating and natural light in Runway East Bristol.

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Modern lounge at Runway East Bristol Bridge, ideal for networking and meetings.

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Boardroom

The Bridge

Runway East Bristol Bridge

A unique industrial blank canvas venue for weddings, parties, corporate events, and more with stylish courtyards.

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! 