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The Old Market Assembly

Old Market arts bar for queer cabaret, theatre, club nights and community events

Bristol, UK

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About The Old Market Assembly

The Old Market Assembly is one of the cultural anchors of Bristol’s Old Market queer scene. It combines bar, food, live music and performance space, with recurring LGBTQ+ programming rather than operating as a dedicated gay bar every night.\n\nIt is especially worth checking for cabaret, theatre, storytelling and queer club events, including programming connected with the Wardrobe Theatre. For visitors who prefer creative queer culture to a conventional gay club, it is one of Bristol’s strongest options.

What to expect

An arts-led, queer-friendly bar and performance venue where the event programme matters more than a fixed gay-night schedule.

Vibes

LGBTQ+ Friendly Cabaret Theatre Live Music Queer Events

Good to know about The Old Market Assembly

Practical tips before you visit

Check the event calendar before travelling for LGBTQ+ programming.

The Wardrobe Theatre operates within the same broader venue complex.

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The Old Market Assembly

25 West Street, Bristol BS2 0DF, United Kingdom

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David Robertson

6 months ago

A good location for decent food and a lively vibe. We chose smoked mackerel pizza, which was delicious, along with tender stem broccoli and ceasar salad. The broccoli was the standout dish, the pizza was great and the salad average. This is a lively venue, but a bit quieter upstairs.

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Mark C

5 months ago

Been working in Bristol for years but never ventured here before for some strange reason. My bad! Nice welcome and warm, efficient service. Relaxed but lovely dining - small plates and pizzas seem to be their thing. I had a lemon n something arincini (yum) along with a rabbit n chorizo stew and an amazing flat bread to mop up the juices. All washed down with a delish spanish red wine. Perfect. Do yourself a favour and visit soon!

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Just Jak

6 months ago

Went to the wardrobe Theatre which is at the back of the Old market assembly and what an amazing place. Great! Staff really supportive and helpful for accessibility. Didn't have food, just a drink.

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Yves B

3 months ago

Great sunday roast. We had lamb shoulder, the typical beef roast and cauliflower with cheese. All delicious meals

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Sam

6 months ago

Had an amazing Sunday roast at Old Market Assembly, I got the slow cooked lamb roast which was super succulent and flavourful, and the veggies, roast potatoes, gravy and yorkshire pudding all matched perfectly. My dad got the roast pork and the meat was tender with a silly delicious crispy skin. The atmosphere was delightful for a bright long weekend, the staff were very attentive and friendly, we had a wonderful time and delicious meal and would definitely recommend!☺️💓

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