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Suggested budget

£1,040
Average cost per guest £130
Basic £832
Average £1,040
High-end £1,248
Meeting/workshop events in Wimbledon for 8 people usually cost £832 to £1,248.
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How do we calculate your Neighbourhood event budget?

Our free event budget calculator combines HeadBox’s proprietary venue pricing data, built from thousands of corporate and private events across , with trusted industry benchmarks and expert insights from our own meetings and events consultants. We also apply consumer price indices and a unique locality coefficient to reflect the true cost of hosting an event in today.

Please note: Prices are for guidance only. The "Basic" and "High-end" reflects values at the 25th and 75th percentile of all event enquiry data available for .

Written by

Lucia Naylor

Published on

July 28, 2025

Bristol offers a broad pricing spectrum, shaped by its independent spirit, harbourside regeneration and mix of heritage and contemporary venues. Spanning areas like Clifton, Stokes Croft, Harbourside and Temple Meads, and served by key stations including Bristol Temple Meads and Clifton Down, Bristol attracts creative agencies, fintech startups and production teams looking for design-led, flexible event settings.

Event types range from high-spec conferences and hybrid meetings to summer parties, studio shoots and private dining. Corporate planners favour Bristol for offsite strategy days, presentations and team-building events, particularly in venues offering tech infrastructure, breakout flexibility and sustainability credentials. Private organisers are drawn to the city’s adaptable event spaces for weddings, milestone birthdays and immersive private celebrations.

Pricing peaks during summer weekends, festival season and pre-Christmas periods, particularly for high-capacity or scenic venues. However, off-peak weekdays and early-year bookings often provide strong value. Many Bristol venues support modular packages with variable pricing for AV, catering and styling add-ons. The city’s creative cachet, walkable layout and eco-minded culture underpin its appeal for price-conscious but experience-driven event hosts.

Ultimately, Bristol’s pricing reflects the intersection of location, flexibility and growing demand for imaginative, sustainably delivered event formats.

Bristol events price list

Event type
Basic
Average
High-end
💡 Meeting/workshop
£23
£45
£68
🎉 Party
£18
£45
£113
🎄 Christmas Party
£18
£18
£113
🌞 Summer Party
£18
£45
£113
🍽 Private Dining
£45
£68
£113
🏅 Team Activity
£14
£36
£68
📽 Presentation
£23
£45
£68
💖 Wedding
£72
£90
£102
🤝 Networking
£23
£45
£68
📷 Studio
£23
£45
£68
🎤 Conference
£36
£68
£135
🤷 Something else
£45
£68
£113

Common event types in Bristol

Meeting/Workshop

Meeting and workshop pricing in Bristol typically starts at £23 per head, rising to £68 for all-inclusive, tech-ready setups. The average sits around £45, shaped by layout needs, session duration and service level.

Private Dining

Private dining experiences range from £45 to £113 per guest, with the average meal and service package coming in around £68. High-end pricing applies to chef-hosted formats or venues with private room exclusivity.

Team Activity

Team activities in Bristol span from £14 per person for low-cost outdoor or DIY formats to £68 for immersive hosted events. Most bookings fall into the £36 per head range depending on seasonality and add-ons.

Presentation

Presentation events cost between £23 and £68 per attendee, with mid-range pricing around £45. AV packages, theatre-style seating and hybrid streaming add to the overall cost.

Wedding

Weddings in Bristol tend to cost between £72 and £102 per guest, with most full-day celebrations averaging £90. Pricing reflects venue exclusivity, catering scope and design requirements.

Networking

Networking events are usually priced from £23 to £68 per head, with catering and drink packages pushing costs toward the upper range. The average booking is close to £45 per person.

Studio

Studio hire ranges from £23 to £68 per head, depending on the technical setup and whether staffing or post-production services are included. £45 is the typical midpoint.

Conference

Conferences in Bristol span a wide range, starting at £36 per delegate and scaling to £135 for premium hybrid-ready venues with catering, breakout zones and full-day AV support. Average costs hover around £68.

Christmas Party

Christmas party pricing starts from £18 per person for basic hire or drinks-only formats, reaching up to £113 for full-service packages. The typical spend is £45 per head, with premiums in December.

Summer Party

Summer party pricing reflects seasonal demand, with packages ranging from £18 to £113 per guest. Outdoor space, weather planning and drinks catering influence costs. Mid-range bookings are typically around £45.

Personal Private Party

Private party bookings in Bristol average £45 per guest, with entry-level pricing at £18. Premium formats with entertainment, bespoke catering or exclusive use rise to £113.

Corporate Private Party

Corporate private parties follow similar pricing, starting at £18 per head and rising to £113. The most common spend is £45, varying by venue size, service level and add-ons.

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FAQs | Bristol

Is Bristol more affordable than London for venue hire?

Yes. On average, Bristol’s per-head pricing is lower, especially for mid-size events. The city’s flexible, modular venue scene offers more options within the £36–£68 per head range.

What’s the lowest-cost event type to host in Bristol?

Team activities and casual parties often begin at £14–£18 per head, particularly in venues with relaxed policies and minimal equipment requirements.

What drives higher per-head pricing in Bristol?

Elements like live AV support, private dining rooms, hybrid streaming tech or weekend exclusivity can quickly push events toward the £68+ range.

When is the most cost-effective time to book?

Events held on Tuesdays through Thursdays or between January and March generally benefit from the widest availability and most competitive pricing.

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