M Shed

M Shed is a museum on Princes Wharf in Bristol, set in a 1950s transit shed on the harbourside. Weddings are held in the Harbour View Suite on the top floor, which looks over the waterfront and holds up to 230 guests.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

M Shed is a strong fit for couples who want a city wedding with character and a clear, straightforward offer. The venue is licensed for civil ceremonies and receptions in one place, so guests do not have to move between sites. The building is fully accessible, with lifts to every floor and accessible toilets throughout, which helps when you are inviting a wide mix of family and friends.

Ceremonies

M Shed is licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies. The registrar is arranged and booked separately through Bristol City Council. The Harbour View Suite suits both a daytime ceremony and an evening celebration.

Receptions and food

Two packages are offered. The Wedding Package runs from 12.30pm to 1am and includes a seasonal two- or three-course seated wedding breakfast, a prosecco on arrival and a toast drink for each guest. The Wedding Party Celebration runs from 7pm to 1am, with a seasonal evening buffet, a hydration station and a prosecco on arrival, and it includes access to the rooftop terrace.

Getting there and the area

The harbourside is walkable from the city centre. The nearest main station is Bristol Temple Meads, and the ferry stop at Wapping Wharf and local bus stops are close by. There is no parking on site, but several independent car parks are nearby.

M Shed is a museum about Bristol life, and the building keeps that harbourside industrial feel. The wedding suite is on the top floor and looks over the water, so guests get a view of the city from above. Photographers, florists and stylists are welcome to work in the venue, as long as they carry public liability insurance and have their equipment tested. Bristol city centre and the Cabot Circus shopping area are within reach on foot, which helps guests who want to explore.

Good to know

• There is no dedicated parking on site.
• Lifts reach every floor and accessible toilets are provided.
• Outside suppliers need public liability insurance and PAT-tested equipment.