Dinners and receptions

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery is an elegant setting for entertaining in the heart of the city.

The spacious surroundings and impressive architecture make the ideal setting to host champagne drinks receptions, formal seated dinners, or awards evenings. The high glass roof, arched balconies, grand staircase, and marble floor make a magnificent backdrop for any event.

Our team of experienced and creative chefs are skilled at creating bespoke menus to suit your needs, whether you’re planning a banquet or are after some delicious canapes. We use the finest ingredients, locally sourced where possible, and ensure our food is ethical, sustainable, and seasonal.

If you would like to discuss your plans and ideas, our Events Team would be happy to help.

Dinner package

  • Prosecco reception (based on 1 glass per person, non alcoholic alternative included)
  • Private 1 hour viewing of the Egypt and Assyria gallery during your arrival drinks reception
  • Choice of either a three course set seasonal dinner menu with coffee and petit fours or a selection of bowl foods – 4 savoury and 1 dessert
  • Staffed bar facility (Minimum spend of £325)
  • DJ/ Disco

From £58.25 + VAT per person


Reception package

  • Choice of seasonal drink on arrival (1 x per person)
  • Private 1 hour viewing of the Egypt and Assyria gallery during your arrival drinks reception
  • Canapes selection (4 x per person)
  • A staffed bar facility (Minimum spend of £200)

From £30.95 + VAT per person

Please note the above two packages are charged in addition to the venue hire charge. Please contact our Events Team for a full quote.


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Guide to room capacities

Room
Layout
Capacity guide
Floorplan
Winterstoke Hall (front hall) and Wills Hall (rear hall) Informal reception / party 400 Download floorplan
Banqueting style 240
Theatre style 300
Cabaret style 192
Museum galleries Private gallery viewings Please discuss with us
Syndicate space Please discuss with us
Civil ceremonies Please discuss with us

Our menus

Sample dining menu

Sample canapé menu

Sample wine list

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