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Venue hire

Wow your guests with an event in our versatile venue hire spaces. From exclusive use of our Planetarium, to a drinks reception overlooking Bristol Harbourside, we can offer you something a little different...

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Outstanding event spaces

Our portfolio includes a range of different sized spaces both inside our venue and outside on our squares. Whether you’re looking to inspire your team, host an unforgettable party or launch a product, we can help.
We The Curious Exhibits

We The Curious exhibits

Enjoy exclusive use of our fun, interactive science exhibits by hiring one of our exhibition floors after hours.

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The Planetarium hire

As the UKs only 3D Planetarium we can offer jaw-dropping technology at your disposal. The Planetarium features 360 digital 3D, 4K Ultra High Definition and incredible 7.1 surround sound.

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The Annexe

Situated on the top floor of We The Curious, the Annexe is an inspiring event space with floor to ceiling windows and access to our private south facing roof terrace.

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Rosalind Franklin Room

The Rosalind Franklin Room occupies the top floor of We The Curious and offers private terraces with stunning views over Millennium Square, the Harbourside and the Bristol Cathedral.

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Millennium Square

Millennium Square is a large 55m x 40m pedestrian area in the centre of Bristol’s bustling harbourside. The square is home to vibrant collection of artworks, stunning water features, light sculptures and the spectacular chrome plated Planetarium.

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Anchor Square

Anchor Square is a 50m x 20m cobbled square in the centre of Bristol’s bustling harbourside. The square is adjacent to Pero’s Bridge, which crosses Bristol’s floating harbour and is surrounded by bars and restaurants.

Why hire our venue?

Our unique indoor and outdoor spaces can be adapted to suit every occasion. We work closely with several excellent caterers to create bespoke experiences to best meet your needs. 

We're scrutinising and making changes to all aspects of our operations - from what we buy to how our guests travel to us.  We were the first Bristol venue to declare a climate emergency, and we’re on a critical journey to decarbonise by 2030.

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Our venue is a stone's throw from the bustle and beauty of the harbourside in central Bristol.  We're well connected to public transport and have an underground car park (with electric charging points).  Our city centre location is easy to get to by bike, train, bus or car. Plus if you book your event with us, you and your guests are eligible for 10% discount on parking in Millennium Square Car Park.

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We The Curious is for everyone.  We pride ourselves on providing a welcoming, inclusive, safe and accessible space for all - our clients, guests, staff and partners. 

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We The Curious is an educational charity. Through hiring our spaces you're helping us to create a future where everyone is included, curious and inspired by science to build a better world together. 

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Photography and filming

We offer lots of weird and wonderful locations to film – both inside the science centre and out on our squares.
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All your event needs covered

Our experienced, helpful team of event organisers will always go the extra mile. We love a challenge and working with our clients to come up with creative event solutions. Do give us a call on 0117 915 8000.