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Our impressive spaces are perfect for corporate entertaining in a central Bristol location.

City Hall is available to hire for events such as:

  • conferences
  • exhibitions
  • fundraising dinners
  • awards ceremonies

We can ensure your event runs smoothly on the day with the right technology, refreshments and support from our team. 

Room hire prices start from £270+VAT.

Make an enquiry now

Perfect rooms for large events

The conference hall in city hall

Conference Hall

A grand space for any style of event with natural daylight, polished hardwood floor and an exquisite hand painted ceiling.

The council chamber in city hall

Council Chamber

Has a spectacular painted ceiling which shows Bristol throughout its history. It's ideal for debates, formal hearings and lectures.

The main foyer of City Hall

Main foyer

A fantastic space for many types of events such as receptions, cocktail parties and networking events.

Ideal for smaller get-togethers

The Lord Mayor's reception room in city hall

Lord Mayor's reception room

A room with period features such as walnut wood panelling and an original stone fireplace

The Bordeaux Room in City Hall

Bordeaux room

A heritage room with wood paneling, an ornate fireplace, Bristol's coat of arms and views on Bristol Cathedral and College Green

The Puerto Morazan Room in City Hall

Puerto Morazan room

Perfect for conferences with an original stone fireplace and natural daylight with modern furniture

Accessibility

There is level access into the building and adapted toilets on the same floor.

There are induction hearing loops in all conference and meeting rooms.

Food and drink

Take a look at the menus on offer from our caterers Parsnip Mash Go to https://parsnipmash.co.uk/food (opens new window) and Pegasus Catering Go to https://www.pegasuscatering.co.uk/#home (opens new window).

Menus can be tailored to suit your requirements. Both companies source local products where they can and will accommodate special diets on request.

Capacity by room and layout
RoomCabaretTheatreBoardroomClassroomStanding
Conference Hall: pdf Floorplan (15 KB) 200 400 160
Council Chamber: pdf Floorplan (37 KB) 200
Main Foyer: pdf Floorplan (35 KB) 150
Lord Mayor's Reception Room: pdf Floorplan (22 KB) 50 22
Bordeaux Room 40 or 48 70 30 40
Puerto Morazan Room 40 or 48 60 24 18

Our other venues

We have other venues available in Bristol to hire for conferences, exhibitions, lectures and award ceremonies.

Contact us

City Hall
College Green
Bristol BS1 5TR
Website: parsnipmash.co.uk/contact
Email: cityhall@parsnipmash.co.uk