Venues Bridport Electric Palace
Bridport Electric Palace

Overview

  • Unique 100-year-old art-deco theatre in Bridport, licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships.
  • Spacious auditorium seats 410 guests, with dining options for up to 90 and room for hundreds more at receptions.
  • In-house AV, lighting, projection, and technician support included in the hire.
  • Three fully stocked bars, including one in the auditorium.
  • Flexible catering with pop-up kitchen space and optional cinema-style treats like popcorn and gelato.
  • Ceremony-only, evening-only, or full-day wedding packages available from £895 to £3,995.
  • Centrally located near local hotels, pubs, and B&Bs for convenient guest accommodation.
  • Public parking nearby and easy access for drop-offs and coaches.

Bridport Electric Palace

Tie the knot in the Grade II-listed, 100‑year‑old Art Deco Electric Palace Theatre in Bridport, licensed for civil marriage and partnership ceremonies. Whether you envision a roaring‑20s extravaganza or an intimate gathering, this cool and quirky backdrop makes for an unforgettable day.

Facilities

The venue features a stunning auditorium and balcony with seating for 410 theatre‑style guests. For formal dining, it can accommodate up to 90 people, while reception or casual events can hold up to a few hundred. Inside, there are two foyer bars and a third bar located in the auditorium.

The theatre includes in-house projection facilities (both 35 mm and digital on a 50-foot screen), full surround sound, theatrical lighting, a mirror ball, a red‑carpet setup, and a popcorn machine. A technician and technical manager are included with the hire.

Additional spaces include the entrance foyer, a backstage “Engine Room” suitable for pop‑up catering, and four dressing rooms.

Catering

Catering is flexible and coordinated through the use of the "Engine Room" pop‑up kitchen. The venue supports external catering arrangements and provides support from the onsite team. Optional extras include freshly popped popcorn, mini gelato tubs, and cinema-style service options, all customizable to your event needs.

Accommodation

While the Electric Palace does not provide accommodation, it is centrally located in Bridport, offering easy access to a wide range of local hotels, B&Bs, and pubs.

Pricing

The Full Wedding Day package, which includes ceremony, reception, and evening party with 48-hour hire, is priced at £3,895 for 2025 and £3,995 for 2026.

The Reception + Party package, which includes evening hire only, costs £2,795 in 2025 and £2,895 in 2026.

The Ceremony Only package, with 2.5-hour hire, is £895 for both 2025 and 2026.

To speak to the team directly, please use the contact buttons or enquiry form.

Electric Palace
35 South Street
Bridport, Dorset DT6 3NY

Bridport Electric Palace

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Bridport, Dorset

Overview

  • Unique 100-year-old art-deco theatre in Bridport, licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships.
  • Spacious auditorium seats 410 guests, with dining options for up to 90 and room for hundreds more at receptions.
  • In-house AV, lighting, projection, and technician support included in the hire.
  • Three fully stocked bars, including one in the auditorium.
  • Flexible catering with pop-up kitchen space and optional cinema-style treats like popcorn and gelato.
  • Ceremony-only, evening-only, or full-day wedding packages available from £895 to £3,995.
  • Centrally located near local hotels, pubs, and B&Bs for convenient guest accommodation.
  • Public parking nearby and easy access for drop-offs and coaches.

Bridport Electric Palace

Tie the knot in the Grade II-listed, 100‑year‑old Art Deco Electric Palace Theatre in Bridport, licensed for civil marriage and partnership ceremonies. Whether you envision a roaring‑20s extravaganza or an intimate gathering, this cool and quirky backdrop makes for an unforgettable day.

Facilities

The venue features a stunning auditorium and balcony with seating for 410 theatre‑style guests. For formal dining, it can accommodate up to 90 people, while reception or casual events can hold up to a few hundred. Inside, there are two foyer bars and a third bar located in the auditorium.

The theatre includes in-house projection facilities (both 35 mm and digital on a 50-foot screen), full surround sound, theatrical lighting, a mirror ball, a red‑carpet setup, and a popcorn machine. A technician and technical manager are included with the hire.

Additional spaces include the entrance foyer, a backstage “Engine Room” suitable for pop‑up catering, and four dressing rooms.

Catering

Catering is flexible and coordinated through the use of the "Engine Room" pop‑up kitchen. The venue supports external catering arrangements and provides support from the onsite team. Optional extras include freshly popped popcorn, mini gelato tubs, and cinema-style service options, all customizable to your event needs.

Accommodation

While the Electric Palace does not provide accommodation, it is centrally located in Bridport, offering easy access to a wide range of local hotels, B&Bs, and pubs.

Pricing

The Full Wedding Day package, which includes ceremony, reception, and evening party with 48-hour hire, is priced at £3,895 for 2025 and £3,995 for 2026.

The Reception + Party package, which includes evening hire only, costs £2,795 in 2025 and £2,895 in 2026.

The Ceremony Only package, with 2.5-hour hire, is £895 for both 2025 and 2026.

To speak to the team directly, please use the contact buttons or enquiry form.

Electric Palace
35 South Street
Bridport, Dorset DT6 3NY
Request Brochure