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Bristol's quirky conference venues offer a unique backdrop for corporate events, blending creativity with professionalism. These spaces inspire innovation and engagement, perfect for companies seeking an unconventional setting that stimulates productive discussions and memorable experiences.

Bristol

United Kingdom

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

TRANSPORT

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

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

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

Quirky Conference Venues in Bristol

Quirky Conference Venues

Square Works offers the only high-end serviced offices and coworking space within a private members’ club in Bristol. Our award-winning restaurant, the Square Kitchen, provides our catering packages. We have high-speed wifi and a state of the art projector for all your presenting needs. 

The space can be laid out however you like, suitable for anything from a company co-working session in a boardroom type layout, to a first aid training day with the furniture cleared to make room for demonstrations.

Modern meeting room with skylights, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Modern meeting room with exposed brick, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Abraham Room in Square Works: modern rustic meeting space with exposed brick, ideal for workshops.

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Abraham Room: modern meeting space with exposed brick, ideal for workshops and events.

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Theatre

Business

Abraham Room 

Square Works

A modern 4-star hotel with extensive conference facilities, harbourside location, and onsite amenities.

The hotel's unique look shares its connections to the rich industrial and maritime history that Bristol is renowned for. As a result, it creates a great feeling of space and is flooded with natural daylight throughout. With a newly refurbished events floor with dedicated lounges and break out areas, the hotel is perfectly placed for business and leisure. Its harbourside location gives guests the opportunity to explore the many nearby attractions the city has to offer

Forest Suite at Mercure Bristol: modern conference venue with elegant purple chairs.

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Forest Suite at Mercure Bristol: elegant event space with round tables for meetings and banquets.

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Forest Suite at Mercure Bristol: elegant event space for corporate meetings and weddings.

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Modern event space with wooden accents and natural light at Mercure Bristol Holland House.

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Dining

Events

Forest Suite

Mercure Bristol Holland House

A versatile events suite with panoramic city views, ideal for weddings and functions in Bristol's harbourside.

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.

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

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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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"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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Buffet

Weddings

Events Suite

M Shed

A versatile suite for up to 210 guests in a central hotel, ideal for corporate and social events.

Victoria Suite is perfect for gatherings up to 210 guests, making it an ideal venue for corporate events, conferences, and social functions. Located within the 4-star Novotel Bristol Centre, this versatile space combines modern amenities with a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy air-conditioned comfort, free Wi-Fi, and a fully stocked bar to enhance your event experience. The suite is kid-friendly, ensuring a relaxed environment for family-oriented gatherings. With easy access to Bristol's vibrant attractions, including Harbourside and Cabot Circus, your guests will appreciate the convenience of this central location. After a productive day, unwind at the Gourmet Bar & Restaurant or take advantage of the fitness centre and sauna. Elevate your next event at Victoria Suite, where exceptional service meets a prime location in Bristol.

Victoria Suite meeting space in Novotel Bristol, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Victoria Suite at Novotel Bristol Centre, elegant wedding event space with purple accents.

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Victoria Suite meeting room at Novotel Bristol, set for a conference with circular tables.

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Victoria Suite meeting room at Novotel Bristol, featuring black chairs and a presentation screen.

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Victoria Suite meeting room at Novotel Bristol, ideal for presentations and workshops.

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VICTORIA SUITE

Novotel Bristol Centre

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! 

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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Standing

Event Space  

Paintworks Event Space

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

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

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

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

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The Sansovino

Bristol Harbour Hotel

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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Reception

Dolman Hall

Ashton Gate Stadium

Elegant former Banking Hall with stunning interiors, ideal for weddings and intimate events.

The elegant architecture of the former Banking Hall, the stunning roof, exquisite interiors, beautiful decor, and spectacular city location make Bristol Harbour Hotel an unforgettable venue for any event. Whether you're planning a lavish wedding or a corporate gathering, the magnificent newly renovated Sansovino Hall provides a superb backdrop for celebrations, drinks receptions, and truly memorable photography. For a more intimate setting, The Vault offers a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere. Located just a short walk from Harbourside, guests can enjoy nearby cafes, restaurants, and attractions. With a complimentary menu taster for the happy couple and a sumptuous three-course wedding breakfast with coffee, every detail is designed to impress. Bristol Harbour Hotel is easily accessible, just 20 minutes from Bristol Airport and 1 hour 30 minutes from London Heathrow Airport, making it the perfect choice for both local and international guests. Elevate your next event in this stunning venue that combines elegance with convenience.

Elegant wedding ceremony space with gold-sashed chairs and floral decor in Bristol Harbour Hotel.

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Elegant banquet hall with gold tablecloths, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant event space in Bristol Harbour Hotel with gold tablecloths for weddings and galas.

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Elegant event space in Bristol Harbour Hotel with gold accents, perfect for weddings.

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Wedding

Whole Venue

Bristol Habour Hotel 

A versatile first-floor event space with a dance floor, bar, and views of the cricket pitch for 350 guests.

The elegant Grace Room, situated on the first floor of the Bristol Pavilion, contains a large dance floor and private bar ideal for Christmas party nights, weddings receptions, dinner dances and private family celebrations for up to 350 guests.

This versatile room has state of the art conference facilities; with an integrated IT and sound system, two ceiling-mounted projectors, plasma screens and variable lighting.

The first floor setting also offers fantastic views of the pitch, with a large glass frontage leading to outside balcony seating.

The Grace Room at Bristol Pavilion, vibrant outdoor venue for sports events and gatherings.

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Elegant dining setup in The Grace Room, Bristol Pavilion for corporate events.

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The Grace Room

The Bristol Pavilion, Gloucestershire Cricket

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

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

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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 modern suite in a historic hotel, ideal for large exhibitions and conferences up to 500 guests.

Modern Space with maximum capacity of 500 guests theatre style. 

The Wessex Suite is ideal for large exhibitions and roadshows. 

Our spaces are suitable for meetings or  conferences of various type.

Wessex Suite conference space with round tables and red chairs, perfect for events.

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Wessex Suite banquet venue with round tables, ideal for conferences and networking events.

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Wessex Suite event space with round tables, ideal for conferences and banquets.

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Wessex Suite

Mercure Grand Bristol

A versatile harbourside venue for weddings and events, with in-house support and unique spaces.

Room at Watershed is a versatile space suitable for hosting wedding ceremonies and receptions. It offers a unique and extraordinary venue overlooking Bristol's historic harbourside. The experienced in-house team is dedicated to creating dream weddings, with striking spaces and different packages available. Room can be used for wedding ceremonies, with a private room to meet registrars and a holding space for guests on arrival. For wedding receptions, there are two options available with features like reception room until midnight, arrival drinks reception, wedding breakfast, house wine, private bar, and dedicated wedding coordinator.

Elegant reception room at Watershed, perfect for formal gatherings and seasonal celebrations.