Our venue is available everyday for bookings from 10am to 1am (10pm on Sundays)

Our alcohol license and live entertainment license runs until 12:30am, with a move out by 1am on Monday – Saturday, and a license until 10pm on Sundays

The seating capacity on the main floor area The Parlour works well for up to 50 guests theatre style and dining for 40 people. The Carousel, downstairs seats approx 45 theatre style and 30 cabaret style, with a dancefloor capacity of 70. Standing reception with some scattered seating over the entire venue up to 150 guests.

The venue can be set up flexibly to include the following facilities:

• seated dining area,

• dance floor,

• Full bar and catering,

• conference with projection,

• cinema,

• markets,

• live band / DJ, reception and lounge area

• rehearsal studio.

The Carousel and Cabinet Rooms, situated in the basement of The Cloak and Dagger, this is a perfect space for private parties and events of all kinds.

The Carousel is a versatile space and features:

• A full bar serving cocktails, draught, spirits, wine, softs and bottled beers.

• Additional Green Room Area for performers, cloak room or small break out room (5 people)

• Various set ups available including: Full Dining, Buffet, Theatre, Cabaret or Dance Floor.

• We have a full PA system and stage/equipment available for DJS and Live Bands or background music. Sound-proofed Ceiling

• 3 toilets.

• Rear loading bay for crew access (must be booked in advance)

• Separate access to Courtyard

• Additional Chill out Room/Additional Dressing room and backstage area, capacity approx 40 people.

• Ticket Booth, Projection, Kareoke and Cloakroom Facilities available.

Licensed premises til 1am

Please note this room is situated downstairs. It is advised to book a viewing if you have concerns regarding accessibility. Access is available but staff will need to be notified in advance to proved assistance.

The Parlour

The Parlour is our main dining area, it is a charming well-lit space with high ceilings and stripped wooden floors. This is perfect for conferences, training and workshops.

• High Ceilings and good ventilation/natural light

• Situated on the ground floor

• Built in PA and Projection

• Additional Bar and toilet

• Plenty of tables and chairs for craft workshops, dining or conferences.

The Den

This is our newest space, once a derelict garage it has now been transformed into a perfect space for the following:

• Dance Classes

• Yoga and Mindfullness Sessions (yoga mats and blocks available)

• Small Workshops

• Rehearsals

• Additional break out/chill out room for the Carousel.

It has a seating capacity of approx 30 people, for yoga we’d recommend 20 people.

Bar and Catering

All your catering needs can be provided internally, our kitchen can cater for buffets and afternoon teas.

The Cloak and Dagger are happy to cater for a wide range of events from exhibitions, conferences and seminars to wedding function parties and special occasions.

All food is GM free and sustainably sourced locally where possible. A range of menus from tea/coffee and cakes for seminars, business lunch buffets and afternoon tea can be supplied on request.

We have two bars within the venue. Upstairs in the “Tea Room” is our main cocktail and tea/coffee bar. We have a full bar in our “Cabinet Room” which has a range of draught, spirits, wines, beers and softs and cocktails available.

We can do tailored drinks packages including bespoke cocktail menus and can offer a discount on pre-ordered welcome drinks, band riders and bottles of wine.

Independent Caterers

It is possible for alternative caterers to provide food for functions, in the downstairs space, (please note though, that there is no kitchen area or equipment in the event space). Any caterers supplying food in the event space for both private and public functions must be professionally certificated with up to date food and hygiene certificates. It is also the responsibility of the caterer to clear all of their food, equipment, crockery and rubbish from the space after the event.

We reserve the right to refuse independent caterers and all independent catering must be agreed by Cloak and Dagger in advance of your event.

We want to buy tickets to an event, where do we go?

All tickets can be purchased online via Headfirst Bristol.

Is parking available? We have no private parking on site but there is plenty of street parking in the area. Please be aware there are bus lanes and parking ticket machines.

What public transport is available? We are located approximately ¾ mile from the centre of Bristol. There is a bus stop directly outside the venue, serviced by First buses and Montpelier train station is a 5 minute walk away.

Do you have a loading bay? We do have an area for you to safely unload items you need for your private hire or gig, please drive to the end of Cheltenham Lane.

Can we set up before our booking? Hire includes a 2 hour set up window, if any more time is needed, it can be discussed but may be subject to availability.

Can we leave things overnight? By prior arrangement items can be left on site until an agreed pick up time.

Can we bring our own catering? Our fully operational kitchen team are able to cater to all dietary requirements. We can provide brunches, buffets, sit down meals and small plates. You can find a sample of our offerings here http://thecloakanddagger.co.uk/food-menu/. Get in touch to request a bespoke order.

Do we need to pre-order food? Food needs to be pre-ordered for bookings of 6 people or more

Can we bring our own drinks? We can provide a fully licensed and stocked bar with a wide range of choices. You can find our menu at http://thecloakanddagger.co.uk/drinks-menu/. If you are after a specific drink/cocktail then please get in touch and we can either source it for you or discuss a corkage cost.

What entertainment can you provide? We can recommend bands and DJ’s to suit your event, our resident magician and resident drag performer are also available for hire and we host a range of workshops who would love to collaborate with you.

Do you have DJ equipment/band equipment? Hire includes a PA set up to play background music through. We can provide a PA system for a DJ and a DJ booth but you will need to source your own decks. We stock equipment for live bands but a tech spec will need to be sent in advance and a fee of £50 for a sound engineer will be charged.

Please get in touch with your sound ideas, any extra equipment may incur an extra fee.

Can we bring our own soundsystem?

You are able to bring your own equipment but the staff on site must have access to regulate sound levels if needed.

Is confetti/glitter allowed?

No

Is the building accessible? Although we are continuously making improvements to accessibility, please contact us to discuss your requirements. Our main function room is downstairs so we advise to view the venue prior to booking.

How late can we party until? Our licence runs us all the way up to 1am, excluding Sundays which is 10pm. If you would like to have an extended licence until 3am we have a limit of 20 per year and there is a £100 fee to do so. Late licences will be agreed at the discretion of the Directors and will also need to be approved by the Council.

Do we need to provide Security/Door staff?

We will advise if security staff are required for your event and can provide staffing for £15 per hour. If you are charging tickets on the door then you must provide someone to do this for you.

Do you recommend anywhere to stay overnight? Located directly behind the venue is a large house for large parties to stay. You can find them here https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/39569577?source_impression_id=p3_1596898534_YNTAaPTtqcZyY3Qu

Do we need to pay a deposit? A security deposit is needed to confirm the booking and the cost of this will depend on the type of event and how many people are attending. For private parties we normally charge £200 which covers cancellation and any damages.

Are there hire fees? Every event gets a bespoke quote based on number of attendees and type of event. We aim to offer all venue hire for free and instead agree a minimum spend on the bar or on food.

How do we pay? You can pay by BACS, or via paypal. Details will be on the invoice sent out when a booking is made.

Are children allowed?

Children are allowed before 7pm and must be attended by an adult. Due to licensing restrictions we are not allowed to permit children in the evenings.

Do you offer outdoor catering?

Please email sebastian.merry@thecloakanddagger.co.uk for more information

I have more questions, who do I ask?

You can always message us on facebook, give us a call on 0117 329 4758 or email info@thecloakanddagger.co.uk

The majority of event hires are free of charge with an agreed minimum spend on the bar or food. We tailor prices around everyone’s requirements. 

For example: 

Gigs and Club Nights: We have several packages available depending on whether you would like to host your own event or if you would like us to book you. 

Private parties on the weekends:  for 70 people we normally ask for a refundable deposit of £200 and a minimum bar spend of £1500.00. (additional £50 for a sound technician and an additional £200 to apply for a late license until 3am)

Workshops : these start from £10 per hour

Conferences: These start from £20 per hour or agreed minimum spend

Weddings: Full day, full venue. This would be £500 deposit and £3000

Events are only confirmed once a deposit of £200 is paid, we work on a first paid first served basis! Please ensure this is done before any promotion material before your event is released to the public. We advise a minimum of 2 weeks to allow enough time to promote your event.  

Deposits are refunded based on the following: 

• Agreed minimum spend has been met on the day of your event 
• Signed terms and conditions have been sent to us 
• The event has not been cancelled without 1 week’s prior notice 
• Terms and Conditions of venue hire have not been breached 

minimum bar spend.

(Click on the links to download)

– Floor Plan
– FAQ (Private Hire)
– Live Music Packages
– Private Hire Terms & Conditions
– Deposit payment details
– Private Hire Contract