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Cell Block Two-Two-Six

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.

"One of the best venues for the price that I have ever booked. The story created around you is completely immersive and the cocktails were great and just kept coming. We were so happy we chose to spend our work night out at Alcotraz."
Tre Google
"We booked a ton of indoor activities and live music events for our team building week but nothing was quite as good as this. It doesn't get more indoor than locked up and we were happy to go to jail if the cocktails tasted that good. Thank you all the staff at Alcotraz for a brilliant event!"
Katy Tripadvisor
"This was such a good night and one of the best parties we've ever had as a company. I would never have guessed a prison would become such a great party venue but I'd happily attend a private event here again! Thanks again to all the staff who took care of us."
Ellen DesignMyNight

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!

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.

1 Hour 45 Minute Hire

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.

1 Hour 45 Minute Hire

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.

4 Hour Hire

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.

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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.