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A unique events & wedding venue in Bristol with spectacular views. Café and attractions open daily!
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The Observatory (grid reference ST564733) is a former mill, now used as an observatory, located on Clifton Down, close to the Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol, England. At 337 feet (92 metres) above the gorge, the cliff top is likely to have been used as a lookout post since at least the Iron Age. The building was erected with the permission of the Society of Merchant Venturers, as a windmill fo

r corn in 1766 and later converted to the grinding of snuff, when it became known as 'The Snuff Mill'. This was damaged by a fire on October 30, 1777, when the sails were left turning during a gale and caused the equipment to catch light. It was then derelict for 52 years until in 1828 William West, an artist, rented the old mill, for 5 shillings (25p) a year, as a studio.

09/06/2026

Wine tasting on the rooftop? Yes please! 😍

You are invited to an exclusive wine tasting with on 25th June at 6PM. Enjoy complimentary prosecco, live music and a delicious charcuterie board with stunning views from our rooftop terrace. 🥂

This event is £55 per person. Bring a plus one for £15 off! Book your place here: cliftonobservatory.com/event/wine-tasting-evening

01/06/2026

Enjoy a barbecue with a view to celebrate Father’s Day. Exclusive access to the Rooftop Terrace, a live acoustic guitar performance by Mike Walsh Music, and a free pint for dads! 🍔🍻

The Rooftop Terrace and bar will be open from 12PM – 8PM, with a delicious barbecue menu served on the patio between 12PM – 4PM. ☀️

Tickets are £10PP. Children 2 and under go free! Get tickets here: cliftonobservatory.com/shop/tickets-online/fathers-day-barbecue

18/05/2026

One week to go until bring their incredible Maker Market to the Observatory for Bank Holiday Monday! 🤩

Join us from 11AM - 4PM on Monday 25th to discover a range of delightful handmade goods by local artists, including cheeses, chocolates, and ceramics. 💕✨

03/05/2026

Missed out on our Summer Sessions this past weekend? We've got you covered - join us for another Rooftop Party next bank holiday weekend! 🌅🍹 Soak up sunshine and good vibes on the rooftop terrace with iconic Bristol views on 24th May from 3PM - 9PM. Enjoy sun-drenched pub garden vibes on the rooftop terrace & bar with chill acoustic sets by 🎵

Get tickets at cliftonobservatory.com/event/bank-holiday-rooftop-party 🎟️

01/05/2026

Wedding season is officially here! 🕊️✨ We are looking forward to so many gorgeous weddings in our beautiful venue and reminiscing on some of our favourites in recent years...

📷
Rose and Rainbow Photography
Becky Weir Photography
Yeti Photography

Just James Weddings
Melanie Chitty Photography
Pippa Volans Photography
Martin Dabek Photography

27/04/2026

Bank holiday weekend is right around the corner! If you don't have plans yet, this is your sign 👀 Get tickets to our Summer Sessions rooftop event from just £10 🎉

Drinks, music & vibes ALL DAY on our rooftop terrace ☀️🍹🎵

Sunday 3rd May 3PM - 10PM! Tickets in our bio 🎟️

Address

Litfield Road, Clifton Down, Clifton
Bristol
BS83LT

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+44 (0) 117 974 1242

Website

http://www.cliftonobservatory.com/, https://linktr.ee/cliftonobservatory

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