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Welcome to Floating Harbour Studios
MB Tempora is a converted 1905 steel dutch barge moored in an enviable secluded spot on the water in the heart of the city. Do you need an inspiring place to hold a meeting or brain storming session? Or are you looking for a venue to hold an event for up to 100 guests? Or perhaps you are looking for a photography studio? We have two unique and versatile spaces on board that are available for hire 7 days a week for a wide range of uses. Be inspired... welcome aboard!
"We decided to take our marketing team for an away day here and we brainstormed our way through a lovely day together in The Bridge. The venue team were great before, during and after the event. We can’t recommend it highly enough." Sales and Marketing team, Burges Salmon
"Cracking space to work in for the day to get out of the office - Emily and the team are great and the bacon sarnies are proper good. Highly recommend it as a space for working, meeting, training etc with a great view." Dan Wedgewood, Managing Director, The Adventurists
"Really liked the space, it did help that it was a beautiful day. Very friendly and helpful staff. The lunch was superb." Ben Glynn, Just Eat
Fabulous location with views of the water, quality of light and peacefulness of setting. Nice to be greeted with fresh coffee and tea. Very helpful and welcoming. Jane Willis, Director, Willis Newson
"Everyone spoke very highly of the venue and service – so well done to you and your team there." Anne Evans, Corylus Planning & Environmental
The Bridge
Our upper deck bridge room boasts a walnut floor, historic map decor, expansive river view windows, private deck entrance and a cosy seating area, this room is perfect for small functions and meetings.
Our beautiful steel and reclaimed wood custom-made conference tables seat up to 16, and we can add an extra table to seat up to 24. Seating can be arranged theatre style to seat up to 24 - or we can take out all the furniture for you to hold a class or a workshop for up to 30.
Room Rate+
Room Rate
The Bridge is available for hire from 8.30am - 11pm 7 days a week for Corporate Events.
1/2 day (4 hours) - £70
Full Day (8 hours) - £140
Rate applies to up to 8 people. Delegate rates apply for numbers over 8 (£5 per additional person per day.)
Includes:
Free Wifi
- Round of fresh filter coffee for every half day booked
- Unlimited tea, instant coffee and water available in the room
- Use of a 48” flatscreen TV with HDMI / Thunderbolt connection
- Use of interchangeable whiteboard / flip chart and pens (flipchart paper at additional cost)
Weekday evening events and social events are priced on an individual basis - please contact us for a quote.
We are able to accommodate weekend evening events but we only offer a limited number of dates per year and a minimum fee applies. Please contact us for details.
We strive to make your experience with us as special and unique as our venue so if there is anything you need to help make your meeting or event run smoothly just let us know.
Tailored Packages+
Tailored Packages
Every meeting, conference and event is unique and we tailor packages to suit individual requirements. Let us take care of the details.
Our daytime packages can include any or all of the following
- A dedicated member of staff on hand throughout your stay
- Freshly baked morning pastries or bacon sandwiches.
- A choice of sumptuous hot and cold lunch options.
- Afternoon cake, biscuits or fresh fruit.
For larger evening events we can offer canapés, hot food and can also operate a bar service. Please contact us to talk through your event and how we can help.
FOOD AND DRINK+
FOOD AND DRINK
Whether its pastries and a bacon sandwich to kick off your breakfast meeting, a satisfying lunch to keep your brainstorming session fuelled or canapés to enchant at your evening drinks reception, we have it covered.
We are delighted to be partnering with the highly respected and independent Pinkman's Bakery for our catering.
We can offer a full range of lunch options both hot and cold.
Our buffet menu includes mini buns, savoury brioches, savoury canapés and cakes. All freshly baked that morning and delivered to you at the time that you request. Sourdough pizzas and hot dishes are available too.
Please let us know if you would like food included in booking and we will send you our current menu.
The Hold
The Hold Studio is an impressive 90m² area below the deck that was once used as a workshop for Bristol’s ferry boats and still retains an industrial feel. It has a lighting rig, integrated sound system and projector.
The space is ideal for small scale photo and film shoots. It is also a flexible, creative space suitable for a wide range of corporate events including workshops, presentations, product launches, exhibitions and networking events.
Daytime week day rates start at £100 for a half day booking and £200 for a full day for up to 10 people. For larger week day events (above 10 people) please contact us for a quote.
The Hold can also be booked for week day evening events and week end day time events. These are priced individually according to the demands of the event and number of people involved.
We have limited capacity for private week end evening events - these are carefully considered on a case by case basis and a base rate fee applies. Please note we do not do private birthday parties. If you have a week end evening event you would like to use either of our spaces for please email us with your requirements.
FILM AND PHOTOGRAPHY
As well as being hired for events the Hold can be booked as a sizeable filming or photography studio.
Dry or Wet hire available
Click here to see the full range of kit available.
Or call us on 0117 929 3679 for advice
Gallery
Take a closer look at our spaces and what we have been up to recently
Floating Harbour Studios
MB Tempora
Welshback
Bristol
BS1 4SP
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