The Palace Nightclub

The Palace Nightclub, Bridgwater's leading nightclub

The Palace Nightclub is a nightlife venue located in the centre of Bridgwater, Somerset. The venue has been a space for big nights out in the town since 1997 and operates from Wednesday to Saturday until the early hours. Its offering combines DJ sets, themed events, live concerts and drinks promotions throughout the week.

Layout and facilities

The venue has three floors, three bars and two DJs, plus a sound system that the club itself describes as world-class. The programme is built on powerful lighting, full-screen visuals and an atmosphere geared towards the dance floor. The central location makes it easy to reach on foot within the town.

Weekly nights

• Wednesday: live DJ set, intense lighting and full-screen visuals, from 22:00 to 2:30.
• Thursday (Throwback Thursdays): music from the 90s and 2000s, with all drinks at £2.50 and shots at £1.50 all night. General entry £5, members £3 and students £1, from 22:00 to 2:30.
• Friday: club night with commercial music and packed dance floors, from 22:00 to 3:00.
• Saturday: main events with top DJs and large crowds, from 22:00 to 3:00.

Special events and concerts

The venue programmes one-off events throughout the year. The published calendar includes a Halloween night on Saturday 31 October, open from 21:00 to 4:00 with exclusive access for over 18s with mandatory ID. It also features a concert by The Wurzels on Sunday 29 November 2026, with doors opening at 18:00 and a show for over 16s. In December, the Winter Metal Meltdown with Girlschool, Raven, Alcatrazz and Airforce is announced, with doors opening at 19:00; a Dr Feelgood performance on Friday 11 December with doors opening at 18:00; and the country night Boot Scootin' Baby on Saturday 19 December, in collaboration with Boots & Beats, which includes a line dancing class, professional dancers, games, prizes and DJ sets, from 19:00 to 22:00 or later, with advance tickets at £10 plus booking fee and £12 on the door.

Celebrations and groups

The venue also caters to groups looking to celebrate birthdays, hen parties and group nights out. The club offers assistance for this type of booking through its enquiry form.

Entry policies and security

Entry is restricted to over 18s, with valid photo ID required: passport, UK driving licence or a PASS-accredited card. The Challenge 25 policy applies and management may refuse entry. As a venue with an alcohol licence, sales are limited to over 18s and service may be refused to anyone who is intoxicated. The club maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards drugs, with searches as a condition of entry and immediate removal in the event of possession, use or supply.

Location and contact

24–26 Penel Orlieu, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3PF · Phone: 01278 434507 · Email: info@palacenightclub.co.uk