Thekla, the black-hulled former cargo ship moored in Bristol harbour

Thekla

Mud Dock · Bristol Harbour · Since 1984

A converted German cargo ship moored in Bristol’s harbour, and one of the UK’s best-loved small venues. Live music below deck most nights and club nights all week: Pressure on Thursdays, Pop Confessional on Saturdays.

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Getting here

Getting to Thekla

Thekla, The Grove, East Mud Dock,
Bristol, BS1 4RB
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Parking

The Grove council car park is directly outside. It’s pay & display, or you can pay with the RingGo app. Disabled bays are available.

There’s more parking in the Mud Dock car park.

Buses

Buses stop at Queen Square and The Centre. Both are a short walk away, through or around Queen Square.

  • Q1 Queen Square
  • C4 The Centre
  • C6 The Centre
More travel info on theklabristol.co.uk

Plan your visit

Accessibility

Because the venue is a converted cargo ship, disabled access can be difficult, but we’ll do our absolute best to accommodate you.

Reserved balcony seating

Book seats in advance on our balcony for a great view of the stage.

There are nine standard sized steps between the door and the balcony, so please plan accordingly if you’re a wheelchair user.

Free companion tickets

If you need a carer to come with you, their ticket is free. Just show proof of your original ticket purchase.

To arrange balcony access or companion tickets, or for any other accessibility questions, email us:

Email the office
office@theklabristol.co.uk
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Left something behind?

Lost property

If you’ve left something behind at the boat, drop us a line with:

We keep lost items for 28 days. After that they’re donated to charity.

A clear description of the item

Colour, brand and anything distinctive.

When you left it

The date, and the event if you know it.

Your cloakroom ticket number

If you have one.

Email us and we’ll check what’s been handed in:

Email about lost property
office@theklabristol.co.uk

Good to know

FAQs

Tickets

Can I buy a ticket on the door?

Yes, as long as the show hasn’t sold out.

Where should I buy gig tickets?

Our official ticketing partner is Alt Tickets, which has every show. Please avoid secondary resale sites.

We don’t have a box office, so you can’t buy advance tickets at the venue.

My tickets haven’t arrived yet

If the show is months away, that’s normal. If it’s 5 days or less until the show, get in touch with your ticket provider.

My ticket is lost, damaged or stolen

Contact whoever you booked with straight away. They can usually send replacements. If not, bring photo ID and your booking reference to the venue.

Getting in

What are the age limits?

Most gigs are 14+. If a gig is 18+, it’ll say so on the listing or your ticket. Club nights are 18+.

What ID do I need for 18+ events?

A driving licence (provisional is fine), a passport, or PASS-approved ID.

I turn 18 at midnight. Can I come in after 12?

Sorry, you need to be 18 on the day the event starts.

Is there a dress code?

Nothing strict. We just don’t allow team sportswear, hi-vis, or fancy dress that spoils the night for others.

Could I be refused entry?

Be nice and don’t do anything silly. If you seem drunk or behave badly in the queue, we may refuse entry without a refund.

Do you allow stag and hen dos?

Yes, as long as you’re well behaved.

On the night

What time do things finish?

Gigs finish by our 10pm curfew.

Club nights run 10pm–3am or 4am, Thursday to Saturday, plus Wednesdays in term time. Last entry is 1:30–2am depending on the night.

What are tonight’s stage times?

We post set times on our socials on the day. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Will there be strobe lighting?

Most shows use some strobe lighting. If you’re worried about a particular show, get in touch and we’ll help where we can.

What safety measures are in place?

Our staff are always on hand if you have a concern. Security search bags on the door, and CCTV runs throughout.

Can I book for a group at a club night?

Yes. Message us on Facebook, or email office@theklabristol.co.uk.

Does Thekla set sail on the night?

Unfortunately not.

Can’t find your answer? The office is open 12pm–6pm.

Email the office
0117 929 3301
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