Nightlife / Bristol24/7 Student Guide 2020
Bristol24/7 Student Guide 2020: Clubs
Bristol’s nightlife packs a big punch, offering a rich variety of venues – big and small.
Motion
Ranked the 14th best club in the world in DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs 2020, Motion boasts a capacity of up to 4,000 people, playing host to some of the biggest names on the international DJ circuit in house, techno, drum and bass, disco and more.
The vastness of the rooms and number of attendees is matched with a stomach-shaking sound system. In the summer months, the club opens its outdoor space for day parties and is a great way to mark the end of an academic year.
Cosies
Cosies by name, cosy by nature. Situated in an underground cellar in St Paul’s, Cosies is a shining example of a small venue in Bristol that packs a punch. For fans of reggae, dub and soul, Cosies is the place to be – with its famed ‘Reggae Sundays’ offering bass driven tunes all night. Mind your head on the low ceiling!
Old Crown Courts and The Island
Located near the Centre, the Old Crown Courts hosts its events in converted court rooms, making nights here even more memorable – with rooms located underground, down the corridors of prison cells, and DJs performing behind bars – a night here is a spectacle.
Just around the corner is The Island, an intimate underground venue usually hosting a small roster of great DJs with a hefty sound system – a great place to see artists you rate.
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Lakota
Nestled in the heart of Stokes Croft, Lakota is renowned for its jungle and drum and bass nights, but also offers a range of events. Lakota’s multiple rooms span across three levels, and larger events encompass the Old Coroner’s Court next door, adding more to explore. Don’t be worried if you get lost on your first visit, as you’re sure to come back for more.
Lakota’s most recent New Year’s Eve party. Photo: Giulia Spadafora / Soul Media / Lakota
OMG
Look no further for Wednesday night revelry. With free entry, cheap drink deals, and a music selection of pop bangers old and new, OMG ticks all the boxes for a fun-filled night. And if the music isn’t enough for you, the drag queens always put on a good show.
La Rocca
A firm favourite from the multitude of clubs located on the Triangle. La Rocca’s chequered tile floor decor is just the starting point of your enjoyment of a night out here. Grab a WKD – colour of your choice – and indulge in some bops.
Main photo: Alastair Brookes / Entirety Labs
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