Bristol City Hall

Discover Bristol City Hall, a Grade II listed venue overlooking College Green, offering distinctive spaces for conferences, meetings, gala dinners, awards ceremonies and celebrations in the heart of Bristol.
“Behind Bristol’s famous curved façade lies one of the city’s grandest event venues.”

Features

  • Accessible
  • Break Out Spaces
  • Cloak Room
  • Outdoor Space
  • AV Support
  • Bar
  • Catering
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Free Wifi
  • Hybrid and Live Streaming Packages
  • Late Opening
  • Music Licence
  • Wedding Ceremonies
  • Wedding Receptions

Bristol City Hall venue hire

Bristol City Hall is one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks, with its sweeping curved façade, grand mid-century interiors and prominent position overlooking College Green. Designed by architect Vincent Harris and opened in 1956, this Grade II* listed building brings a sense of occasion to conferences, dinners and celebrations.

An impressive entrance welcomes guests into the building, where the magnificent Queen Elizabeth Conference Hall provides space for large-scale conferences, gala dinners and awards ceremonies. The Council Chamber offers an equally impressive setting for presentations and meetings, while smaller rooms accommodate board meetings, private dining and receptions.

Situated in the centre of Bristol, City Hall places guests within easy reach of the city’s hotels, restaurants and transport connections. Its role in the city’s civic life, together with the scale and architectural detail of its interiors, makes it a fitting choice for events that bring people together.

Why Choose Bristol City Hall?

  • Iconic Bristol Landmark – A Grade II* listed building overlooking College Green, at the heart of the city’s civic life.
  • Grand Ceremonial Halls – Magnificent interiors and striking architectural details create a sense of occasion for conferences, dinners and celebrations.
  • Impressive Arrival – A sweeping curved façade overlooking College Green makes an immediate impression.
  • Historic Council Chamber – Host presentations and meetings in the very room where Bristol’s civic decisions are made.
  • Central Bristol Location – Within easy reach of hotels, restaurants, cultural attractions and transport connections.

Summer Parties at Bristol City Hall

Make the most of longer summer days with a party in the heart of Bristol. The Queen Elizabeth II Hall offers an impressive setting for summer celebrations, complemented by outdoor space overlooking College Green and Bristol Cathedral, where guests can socialise and enjoy the warmer evenings.

Dinners at Bristol City Hall

Make an entrance at Bristol City Hall, where grand ceremonial interiors set the scene for an evening of fine dining and celebration. The magnificent Queen Elizabeth II Hall offers an impressive setting for gala dinners, awards ceremonies and banquets, with soaring ceilings and elegant mid-century architecture adding to the atmosphere.

Receptions at Bristol City Hall

There’s something special about welcoming guests into a building at the heart of Bristol’s civic life. City Hall’s grand entrance, elegant mid-century interiors and ceremonial spaces provide a setting for receptions, networking events and celebrations, with views across College Green adding to the occasion.

Meetings & Conferences at Bristol City Hall

Bring delegates together in Bristol’s magnificent Queen Elizabeth II Hall, an impressive setting for large-scale conferences, presentations and corporate gatherings. The historic Council Chamber offers an alternative for meetings and discussions, while smaller rooms accommodate breakout sessions and board meetings, all within easy reach of the city centre.

Location

Bristol City Hall, College Green, Bristol, BS1 5TR

Bristol Temple Meads

Event spaces at Bristol City Hall

Queen Elizabeth II Hall at Bristol City Hall

Queen Elizabeth II Hall sits within Bristol City Hall, offering a striking setting for large-scale events. The room gives conferences, awards and gala dinners the scale of a civic occasion, within Vincent Harris's landmark building overlooking College Green.

Room Capacity
  • 500 RECEPTION
  • 200 CABARET
  • 250 DINNER
  • 400 THEATRE
Features
  • Accessible
  • Bar
  • Blackout blinds
  • Branding Opportunities
  • Cloakroom
  • Covered
  • Dedicated Food Preparation Area
  • Digital Screens Available
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Flexible Seating & Table Arrangements
  • Floor to ceiling glass windows
  • Free Wifi
  • Heated
  • High Ceilings
  • In-House Furniture
  • Inhouse AV
  • Light
  • Microphone
  • Microphones and VC Capabilities
  • Music License
  • Natural Daylight
  • Outdoor Space
  • PA system for speeches
  • Period Features (In Room)
  • Screen & Projector
  • Speakers
  • Stage
  • Two repeater screens
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Bordeaux Room at Bristol City Hall

Timber panelling, an ornate fireplace and Bristol’s coat of arms frame views towards the Cathedral and College Green. Its historic interiors provide a setting for smaller conferences, team meetings and formal presentations, with flexible seating arrangements.

Room Capacity
  • 40 CABARET
  • 70 THEATRE
  • 32 BOARDROOM
Features
  • Accessible
  • Blackout blinds
  • Branding Opportunities
  • Covered
  • Dedicated Food Preparation Area
  • Digital Screens Available
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Flexible Seating & Table Arrangements
  • Floor to ceiling glass windows
  • Free Wifi
  • Heated
  • High Ceilings
  • In-House Furniture
  • Inhouse AV
  • Light
  • Microphone
  • Microphones and VC Capabilities
  • Music License
  • Natural Daylight
  • Period Features (In Room)
  • Screen & Projector
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Council Chamber at Bristol City Hall

Room Capacity 250 Guests
Room capacity
250
THEATRE
Features
  • Accessible
  • Bar
  • Blackout blinds
  • Branding Opportunities
  • Cloakroom
  • Covered
  • Dedicated Food Preparation Area
  • Digital Screens Available
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Floor to ceiling glass windows
  • Free Wifi
  • Heated
  • High Ceilings
  • In-House Furniture
  • Inhouse AV
  • Light
  • Microphone
  • Microphones and VC Capabilities
  • Music License
  • Natural Daylight
  • PA system for speeches
  • Period Features (In Room)
  • Screen & Projector
  • Speakers
  • Two projectors and screens
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Hannover Room at Bristol City Hall

Room Capacity 16 Guests
Room capacity
16
BOARDROOM
Features
  • Accessible
  • Blackout blinds
  • Branding Opportunities
  • Covered
  • Dedicated Food Preparation Area
  • Digital Screens Available
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Floor to ceiling glass windows
  • Free Wifi
  • Heated
  • High Ceilings
  • In-House Furniture
  • Inhouse AV
  • Light
  • Music License
  • Natural Daylight
  • Period Features (In Room)
  • Screen & Projector
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Lady Mayor’s Parlour at Bristol City Hall

Room Capacity 12 Guests
Room capacity
12
BOARDROOM
Features
  • Accessible
  • Blackout blinds
  • Branding Opportunities
  • Covered
  • Dedicated Food Preparation Area
  • Digital Screens Available
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Floor to ceiling glass windows
  • Free Wifi
  • Heated
  • High Ceilings
  • In-House Furniture
  • Inhouse AV
  • Light
  • Music License
  • Natural Daylight
  • Period Features (In Room)
  • Private Toilet Facilities
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Lady Members Room at Bristol City Hall

Room Capacity 10 Guests
Room capacity
10
BOARDROOM
Features
  • Accessible
  • Blackout blinds
  • Branding Opportunities
  • Covered
  • Dedicated Food Preparation Area
  • Digital Screens Available
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Floor to ceiling glass windows
  • Free Wifi
  • Heated
  • High Ceilings
  • In-House Furniture
  • Inhouse AV
  • Light
  • Music License
  • Natural Daylight
  • Period Features (In Room)
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Lord Mayor’s Reception Room at Bristol City Hall

Room Capacity 50 Guests
Room capacity
50
THEATRE
22
BOARDROOM
Features
  • Accessible
  • Blackout blinds
  • Branding Opportunities
  • Covered
  • Dedicated Food Preparation Area
  • Digital Screens Available
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Floor to ceiling glass windows
  • Free Wifi
  • Heated
  • High Ceilings
  • In-House Furniture
  • Inhouse AV
  • Light
  • Music License
  • Natural Daylight
  • Period Features (In Room)
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Puerto Morazan Room at Bristol City Hall

Room Capacity 50 Guests
Room capacity
50
THEATRE
40
CABARET
24
BOARDROOM
Features
  • Accessible
  • Blackout blinds
  • Branding Opportunities
  • Covered
  • Dedicated Food Preparation Area
  • Digital Screens Available
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Flexible Seating & Table Arrangements
  • Floor to ceiling glass windows
  • Free Wifi
  • Heated
  • High Ceilings
  • In-House Furniture
  • Inhouse AV
  • Light
  • Music License
  • Natural Daylight
  • Period Features (In Room)
  • Screen & Projector
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Tblisi at Bristol City Hall

Room Capacity 16 Guests
Room capacity
16
BOARDROOM
Features
  • Accessible
  • Blackout blinds
  • Branding Opportunities
  • Covered
  • Dedicated Food Preparation Area
  • Digital Screens Available
  • Exclusive Venue Hire
  • Floor to ceiling glass windows
  • Free Wifi
  • Heated
  • High Ceilings
  • In-House Furniture
  • Inhouse AV
  • Music License
  • Natural Daylight
  • Period Features (In Room)
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