The social club in South Bristol closed with immediate effect earlier this weekNews
Kim Horton Senior Reporter
15:50, 19 Apr 2025
Bedminster Social Club Ex Service(Image: Google Maps)
A number of Bristol brides have been left without a wedding venue following the news that a South Bristol social club has closed.
After days of speculation around the future of the Bedminster Down Ex Service Club, located in Winford Grove, a post on the social club’s Facebook page confirmed the news that the venue would be closing with immediate effect.
The message, which was posted by ‘anonymous participant’ on Thursday (April 17) said: “With regret, the Bedminster Down Ex Service Club will be closing as of 11pm on Thursday 17th April.
“We would like to thank all of our members and guests for their continued support throughout the years.”
The news of the closure was met with dismay by the community and especially those who have events booked at the centre – including a number of devastated brides.
Dozens of comments were left under the post – including many who had booked their wedding reception at the venue who were caught completely unaware by the announcement.
One Facebook user said in the comments under the post: “Wrong how this has been put on social media before considering the bookings people have made for parties and wedding receptions.”
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Another said: “It’s so unprofessional my friend has paid in full, this also includes a returnable deposit, for her evening wedding party in June she’s organised a band and a buffet.
“The management committee hasn’t let her know she had to see it on social media. That’s disgusting.”
One lady whose wedding reception is booked to be held there in the summer said: “Is this legit as I’m supposed to be having my wedding reception there in July.”
Another facing the same problem said: “Is this true? I have my wedding reception there in May. Invites, coach hire and catering all going there.”
Another said they had fond memories at the club saying: “Feeling nostalgic about the whole situation. Let’s hope someone can make this building /club come back to life.
“We believe it will in time. Thank you for great times and great social friends.”
One has called it the end of an era stating: “So sad end of an era with many great memories of years gone by from working up there when I was at school to later years as well.”
The Bedminster Down Ex Service Club has been contacted for comment.
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