Conferences & Meetings at Bristol Dockyards Verified listing

From small meetings to large conferences, our state of the art facilities and meeting rooms in Bristol are set within the historic dockyard provide the perfect setting to inspire event attendees.

Spaces available range from the Weather Deck on board the ship with its stunning views, to conference and meeting rooms with state-of-the-art facilities.

Great Eastern Hall

The Great Eastern Hall is a bright and modern purpose built conference centre, available for conferences and exhibitions. A fully versatile space, equipped with impressive dual projectors, WiFi and media compatibility.

Capacity: Up to 160 guests theatre style or 120 guests cabaret style.

Sir Daniel Gooch Suite

The Sir Daniel Gooch Suite is a breakout space adjacent to the Great Eastern Hall, which can be booked out as a private meeting room.

Capacity: Up to 30 guests seated.

Sir Marc Brunel Room

With spectacular views of the harbourside, the Sir Marc Brunel Room can be used in conjunction with the Great Eastern Hall or as a separate meeting room.

Capacity: Up to 12 guests boardroom style.

Viridor Theatre

This is a sophisticated conference space adjacent to the SS Great Britain, with audio-visual equipment, WiFi and media compatibility.

Capacity: Up to 90 guests theatre style or 48 guests cabaret style.

Great Western Room

While offering a balcony space for the Viridor Theatre, the Great Western Room can also be closed off to offer a private meeting room with views of the ship.

Capacity: Up to 14 guests seated.

The Ship

Spaces on board include the light and airy Promenade Deck, the sumptuous First Class Dining Saloon and the Weather Deck, which boasts one of the region’s best waterside views.

The ship can be hired independently or in conjunction with the adjacent conference spaces.

Capacity: Up to 250 guests standing and 160 guests seated.

First Class Dining Saloon

Once admired by Queen Victoria, the First Class Dining Saloon is the perfect space for banquets and dinners.

Modern technology and early Victorian opulence combine to ensure the highest standards in luxury and comfort.

Capacity: Up to 160 guests seated.

Weather Deck

Boasting one of the region’s most impressive views, the Weather Deck provides a stunning space to host drinks and canapé receptions.

Capacity: Up to 200 guests.

Promenade Deck

An elegant space on board the ship, with natural daylight filtering in through the grand skylight. The Promenade Deck features decorative mirrors and sweeping wooden decks.

Capacity: Up to 160 guests.

Hayward Saloon

This is a versatile and more intimate space within the ship, used for presentations, meetings and lunches, or as a bar and dance area when booked along with the First Class Dining Saloon.

Capacity: Up to 80 guests standing, 40 seated.