The Bristol Pear in Birmingham: food, sport and private hire
Set on Bristol Road in Selly Oak, The Bristol Pear is the kind of place that’s made for group plans easy to drop into, lively at peak times, and spacious enough for everything from a casual midweek catch up to a full on celebration. It’s a bright, contemporary pub with a big social heartbeat, popular with locals and students alike, and it’s well set up for sport, parties and private events.
The vibe
Inside, it’s modern and upbeat: open plan areas, plenty of seating options and a “stay for one, end up staying all night” energy. Expect a mix of booth seating, larger tables for groups and relaxed corners for drinks, great if your plans include food, sport and a few rounds.
Food & drink: built for groups
This is a pub that leans into crowd-pleasers. Think stacked burgers, pizzas and classic pub favourites ideal when you need easy food that works for mixed groups and big appetites.
On the drinks side, it’s geared for a fun night out, with a cocktail led feel and plenty of choice behind the bar.
Bottomless brunch
Brunch is a big pull here, especially for groups. If you’re planning a daytime celebration, it’s a strong option for a start to finish get together that doesn’t feel too formal.
Live sport and big screen atmosphere
If your group loves match day plans, this venue is built for it. With multiple screens and a lively atmosphere when the big games are on, it’s the type of place that works whether you’re watching as a casual fan or booking something more organised for a group.
Private hire: The Avenue (function room)
For parties and organised events, The Avenue is the dedicated first floor private hire space flexible enough for birthdays, work socials, presentations and bigger celebrations.
Amenities you can expect in The Avenue
Multiple HD TVs + projectors (great for sport, slides, videos and branded visuals)
A private bar, so guests don’t have to leave the room for drinks
Music capability and space that works for a party atmosphere
Flexible layouts with a mix of seated and standing event styles
A strong option for speeches, hosted moments, and high energy socials
Whole venue hire: what you get
For a full takeover, you’re getting a ready-made party venue: a central pub space for the main atmosphere, plus the option to incorporate private areas upstairs. It’s a strong choice for larger celebrations where you want a vibrant setting, flexible layout and plenty of food and drink options without hiring a traditional events venue.
Suitable event types
Because it’s set up with flexible seating, a strong food and drinks offer, plenty of screens, and a dedicated private space upstairs, it works really well for:
Birthday parties (18th/21st/30th/40th and beyond)
Engagement parties and pre-wedding celebrations
Work socials and team nights out
Leaving dos and retirement drinks
End-of-term / student socials and graduation celebrations
Sports screenings (private match viewings, finals nights)
Networking events and community meet ups
Presentations, talks and panels (ideal with projector/screen setup)
Awards nights and club/association socials
Fundraisers and charity events (raffles, hosted evenings, quiz-style events)
Christmas parties and seasonal get-together
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