Private Hire Venue in Bristol
There’s nothing quite like having the place to yourself, especially somewhere so deviously entertaining. Hidden away beneath the seemingly normal streets of Bristol, you’ll find a private hire venue like no other. Step into the world of Alcotraz Penitentiary, a unique and exciting experience – and the best news is – it can be all yours.
Private hire with a difference
Do something completely different for your next event. Unlike your standard bar, Alcotraz Penitentiary is one of the most unique venues in the country with a rich, immersive and thematic aesthetic that’s the perfect way to celebrate any special occasion. But we’re so much more than just a place to drink.
From the moment you step through the metal detectors, you become part of the Alcotraz story. You’ll be handed a costume (standard issue orange jumpsuit), and your party will be led to sit in your very own highly realistic jail cell. Everyone else with you – the Warden, the “inmates” and mixologists – are all highly trained actors, dedicated to giving you a night you’ll never forget. You can get involved as much or as little as you want; plot to take down the Warden and interact with the actors, or observe the action from your jail cell – and stay out of trouble. Our “serving” mixologists are happy to create delicious and bespoke cocktails from the liquor you smuggle in, but whether you prefer beer and wine or steer clear of alcohol altogether, there’s a tipple for you to enjoy at Alcotraz!
Corporate
Welcome liquor smuggles to your brand new office! Those back-to-back meetings just got interesting. If you’re looking for something completely unique and immersive for a work party in Bristol, Alcotraz ticks all the boxes.
Photoshoots and Filming
With our prime location in the centre of Bristol, and our lifelike prison set up, Alcotraz serves as the perfect backdrop for any creative projects you may be undertaking. Previous production companies of all kinds have found Alcotraz to be one of their favourite spots to shoot.
Birthday parties
Looking to celebrate your birthday in style, i.e., fashionable orange jumpsuits and behind bars? Get ready for a party that everyone will be talking about for years to come. Hire out Alcotraz Bristol for a riotous event where all you have to do is bring the booze, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Special Occasions
Just got engaged? Just signed the divorce papers? Or maybe you simply want a private party behind private bars. Alcotraz private hire offers the perfect setting for any event – large or small – so come and make the jailhouse rock. You’ll get the entire block to yourself, complete with custom cocktails.
Capacity
Entire Penitentiary – Up to 60 inmates.
Visiting Hours:
Monday to Friday – Available for hire all day and evening.
Saturday – No options for hire.
Sunday – Available for hire all day and evening.
Private Hire Options
Choose one of our 4 options for hire based on the duration you would like and whether you would like an all-inclusive package or would rather smuggle your own alcohol. Below pricing is for mid-week hires. Friday and Sunday pricing can be provided on request.
Option 1
All Inclusive:
1 hour 45 minute immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists.
4 cocktails / drinks included from the prison canteen.
£56 per person.
Option 2
Smuggle-In Your Own Alcohol:
1 hour 45 minute immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists.
Smuggle in your own spirit bottles, beer and wine and the prison canteen will serve up to 4 cocktails/drinks for you.
£36 per person.
Option 3
All Inclusive:
2 hour immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists. 3 cocktails / drinks included.
2 hour open venue hire to allow mingling between guests with 3 more cocktails / drinks and pizza.
£99 per person.
Option 4
Smuggle-In Your Own Alcohol:
2 hour immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists.
2 hour open venue hire to allow mingling between guests with pizza.
Smuggle in your own spirit bottles, beer and wine and the prison canteen will serve up to 6 cocktails/drinks for you.
£69 per person.
Private hire extras
No matter what option you choose, feel free to let us know if you want to make the experience extra memorable by assigning anyone in your party their own unique character. Choose from the options of ‘the janitor’, ‘the mole’ or ‘the escape artist’ and watch them play out an integral part of the immersive storyline
For any option we would require to charge for a minimum of 40 guests, even if less attended.
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FAQs
For processing and conviction, we recommend that you wear light clothing as you will be required to wear a standard-issue Alcotraz orange jumpsuit (provided) for the duration of your stay.
Your experience will last 1 hour 45 minutes, and inmates will be provided with their own orange jumpsuit for the duration of their time behind bars. If you want to spend more time behind bars, with time to mingle and eat pizza, you may want to consider our private hire package, exclusively for large groups of 30+.
Our standard-issue Alcotraz jumpsuits cater to all inmates, with sizes ranging from XS to 4XL. Please note that you are free to wear your jumpsuit as you wish to make it more comfortable, such as tying the arms around your waist.
The inmates you come across behind bars are highly skilled mixologists, and they work best with smuggled spirits. But, if you prefer wine or beer, this can also be served to you… If you can get it past the Warden.
If drinking isn't your thing, don't worry. The Alcotraz experience is exactly the same for non-drinkers as a huge part of your time behind bars is the immersive storyline that unfolds around you where you can interact with the storylines and the actors. For those not drinking liquor, there is no need to smuggle anything in and instead, you will receive x 4 expertly crafted mocktails included within the ticket price!
Our Bristol Cell Block is fully wheelchair accessible. If your party is attending with a wheelchair user, please contact us after your booking with your booking number.