The Fleece
ConcertsBars & ClubsDance Clubs & Discos
7:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Monday
7:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Tuesday
7:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday
7:30 PM - 2:00 AM
Thursday
7:30 PM - 4:00 AM
Friday
7:30 PM - 4:00 AM
Saturday
7:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Sunday
1:30 PM - 2:00 AM
About
The Fleece is a legendary live music venue located in Bristol. Established in 1982, it has hosted renowned musicians such as Radiohead, Oasis, Muse, Jeff Buckley, Amy Winehouse, and Ed Sheeran. Our venue offers a unique blend of live music and club nights, providing the ultimate entertainment experience. With a rich history and a commitment to promoting new talent, The Fleece is a must-visit destination for music lovers. Come join us and be a part of our story!
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mica178
Tampa, FL134 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
We came to listen to Damien Dempsey. It was a great experience.

A note of caution. There's no seating in this venue. At all. Be prepared to stand for the whole concert, unless you have documented accessibility issues, in which case, the venue will help you out.

My husband had recently injured his knee. We were able to contact the venue beforehand, and they were able to provide a couple of chairs off to the side so that my husband did not have to stand the whole time. The staff also escorted us through the crowd to those seats. Overall, the staff was very friendly and helpful.

Drinks were an interesting blend of standard beers and liquors and also some rather indie drinks I'd never seen before. Beers are not ice cold, but that's not unexpected.

I'd happily return for another concert.
Written 18 March 2024
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Terry D
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Friends
Horrible door staff especially the one with the tattooed neck.
We came with friends as we have been for year's but not anymore until they change the bullies on the door.
Spoilt what was a lovely evening.
Written 14 March 2024
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more1622
7 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Friends
Great venue, lots of fun unfortunately ruined by discriminatory female bouncer. Would love to return and have a better experience.
Written 14 October 2023
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G07
London, UK379 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Couples
Nice intimate venue . Staff very helpful. Acoustics could be better but OK. Watched U2 Experience. Good choice of beers and drinks.
Written 3 July 2023
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Mr_PWUE
Wotton-under-Edge, United Kingdom58 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Friends
Have been here several times to see various bands. Probably the only large live gig venue left in Bristol now the Tunnels has shut down.
The band were great, but the venue is let down by the bouncers, especially the female one, just generally rude and power mad. One of the bar staff is equally rude.
Will I go back, probably yes as there is nothing else like it in Bristol, and they know this.
Written 22 May 2023
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Angela C
3 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Couples
We went to The Fleece to see A Band Called Malice who were excellent. Staff all very lovely apart from surly security. This said however, there were far too many people for the space and the drinks were over priced. What totally ruined my evening was a ridiculously sticky floor! I couldn't dance and due to people moving around me I couldn't move out of their way quick enough as I was stuck to the floor.!! Therefore, I was trodden on several times. In the end I sat outside for the second half whilst my husband stayed inside. Totally rubbish and to a large degree spoilt our evening.
Will I go back - no chance. Seeing as they were celebrating 10 years maybe they could give the floor a good wash so people can really enjoy the gigs they have on offer.
Written 21 May 2023
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grumandt
Fordingbridge, UK24 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Friends
Great venue where we enjoyed the fantastic Plini and co….Staff were all really nice and helpful. Great atmosphere!
Written 4 April 2023
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Peter Smith
2 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Couples
The Fleece, well where to start! I was really surprised it’s a great place! I’ve not been before and I turned up and thought “Jesus” I’m in a mosh pit and I’m going to catch something because how dinghy the place is! But I had a really good night! The staff inside the venue are awesome and very helpful and the acts the fleece has on are very good! One drew back and a big dent in what would have been an excellent night out is the female door staff has a massive power trip and a god complex thinking she can bully people and gives everyone a dirty look like we have ruined her night by just being there, and then the way she talks to people is disgusting and she shouldn’t be anywhere near a job where she has to deal with the public! Overall I would say go and enjoy yourself but stay away from the female door staff and everything will be fine!
Written 2 April 2023
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george f
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Friends
I’ve been here 3 or 4 times now and everytime it’s the same issue. The bouncers are vile, violent thugs. Avoid coming here at all cost. They made me and my and my friends feel extremely uneasy and it was a horrible experience.
Written 11 March 2023
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Sam M
Bournemouth, UK6 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Friends
Great venue, good music. Unfortunately night ruined by one very rude female bar staff, she was repeatedly rude to me and my friends. She was the lady with a nose ring and tattoos, avoid at all costs unless you want to be abused! Such a shame as all other staff were lovely
Written 20 January 2023
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The Fleece is open:
  • Sun - Sun 1:30 PM - 2:00 AM
  • Mon - Wed 7:30 PM - 2:00 AM
  • Thu - Fri 7:30 PM - 4:00 AM
  • Sat - Sat 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM