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About
*** Please note: Visit Bristol are in the process of updating our pages with the most up to date information, as and when businesses reopen. Please see individual websites and social media for the most up to date information before you plan a visit. ***
Bristol Beacon is the city’s largest concert hall, presenting concerts and entertainment by major names in rock, pop, jazz, folk, world and classical music, stand up comedy and light entertainment, as well as local choirs, orchestras and schools.
Audiences have been enjoying music here since 1867 and the building remains at the heart of cultural life in the city. Some of the world’s biggest music and comedy stars have performed on its stage, including The Beatles, David Bowie, Elton John, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Motorhead and Bob Dylan.
In more recent years it has hosted music from the likes of Emile Sandé, George Ezra, Texas, Robert Plant and Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra; played host to BBC 6 Music Festival; comedy from Ricky Gervais, Jimmy Carr and Sarah Millican; as well as being a key player in many of Bristol’s wider events including the Bristol International Jazz & Blues Festival, Simple Things Festival, Slapstick Festival and Doors Open Day.
Built in 2009, the iconic golden foyer is an architecturally significant and striking addition to Bristol’s skyline and befits the many fantastic performers who have played there.
Bristol Beacon's historic spaces and auditoriums are currently undergoing a £48.8m transformation, which will turn the venue into one the best performance and music learning spaces in Europe – a modern, accessible, state-of-the-art facility.
Meanwhile Bristol Beacon continues to bring the best live music to the region through its 'Presents' programme, taking shows to Bristol's finest music venues.
The modern foyer building remains open for business - hire one of its meeting rooms or unique open plan spaces for your next meeting or event, or simply relax with a coffee at Colston Street Bar and Kitchen.
Take a look at upcoming Concerts & Gigs around Bristol, or see our list of 2018 music highlights in Bristol.
Find out more about Bristol's varied music scene. Or you can see a list of the events coming up at Bristol Beacon below.
Opening Times
| Open (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020) |
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* Please check events listings for performance times.
The above times should be used as an indicator during the recovery phase from the global pandemic.
Please double-check details by visiting the website via the link above before you visit
Further Information
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
Establishment Features
- Cater for groups
- Conference facilities
- Event Venue
Key Features
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction
Payment Methods
- Special group rates - For classical concerts
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
TripAdvisor
- Excellent146
- Very Good141
- Average68
- Poor46
- Terrible24
Recent Reviews:
- CalBristolWeston-super-Mare, United KingdomTrip Type:Solo travelOnly the foyer is open for the forseeable future
Wednesday, 13th March 2019Although the outside of the building looks the same they are in fact, gutting the main hall and building a "world class venue" within the existing walls. Goodness knows why the old listed 1950's... Read full review - SDee92Bristol, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesRAF concert
Saturday, 15th June 2019Went to the RAF concert with my 98yr old Dad, we go every year and it is the high light of the year for him. Easy access and good sound for him. Read full review - Wayne AWeymouth, United KingdomCOWBOY JUNKIES
Wednesday, 17th July 2019Hi i saw the Cowboy Junkies there on the 16th july 2019 And they were amazing as always. Now about the venue the bar prices i found to be at a very good price. With free tap water to hand.. The venue... Read full review
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