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About Bristol City Centre

Welcome to Bristol Beacon, the premier multi-space venue in the heart of Bristol City Centre. Formerly Colston Hall, the venue reopened in 2023 after refurbishment and now hosts a diverse lineup across Beacon Hall, Lantern Hall, Weston Stage, and Bridgehouse. Whether you’re catching a legendary act or a contemporary performance, we’ve got you covered with trusted seating info, convenient access, and nearby hotel and dining options to pair with your night out.

Located on Trenchard Street at the edge of the city centre (BS1 5AR), Bristol Beacon offers a classic mix of intimate rooms and grand spaces, ensuring there’s a perfect setting for every show. Read on for venue specifics, accessibility details, and nearby partners to make your visit seamless.

Planning your visit to Bristol Beacon? Secure your seats through our easy, no-fuss buying flow. We’ll help you navigate seating styles across Beacon Hall (up to 1,866 seated / 2,124 standing), Lantern Hall (350–500), Weston Stage (up to 200), and Bridgehouse (up to ~400 standing / 141 seated, depending on setup). Parking is straightforward with the nearby Trenchard Street car park (~200 m) and accessible spaces behind the venue. For transit, a City centre bus stop is about 250 m away, and the Bristol Temple Meads station is ~1.6 km away—great for a walk through Queen Square if you’re up for it.

To enhance your stay, we’ve highlighted nearby hotels and dining options, including trusted partners like Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre, Harbour Hotel Bristol, and Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel. We’ve included official links for each property to help you compare locations, amenities, and proximity to the venue. If you’re looking for a show at a storied site with a rich history of classic acts, Bristol Beacon is a must-visit in Bristol City Centre.

Notes: If your event is RESCHEDULED from a previous date or if a date is TBA, we’ll clearly display that information on the event page. For multi-day events, each date is treated as standalone to keep details precise.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Bristol Beacon is a multi-space venue in Bristol City Centre with Beacon Hall, Lantern Hall, Weston Stage and Bridgehouse.
  • Beacon Hall capacity is 1,866 seated (2,124 standing); Lantern Hall 350–500; Weston Stage up to 200; Bridgehouse up to about 400 standing (and 141 seated, depending on setup).
  • Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol BS1 5AR.
  • Parking: Trenchard Street car park is about 200 m away; 8 accessible spaces available behind the venue; drop-off on Pipe Lane or Colston Street recommended for accessibility.
  • Transit: City centre bus stop about 250 m away; Bristol Temple Meads railway station about 1.6 km away; walking routes via Queen Square are common.
  • Nearby hotels include Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre (2 Lower Castle Street, BS1 3AD); Harbour Hotel Bristol (53–55 Corn Street, BS1 1HT); and Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel (College Green).
  • Notable events: Colston Hall was renamed Bristol Beacon in 2020 after protests; the venue has hosted artists such as the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, David Bowie and Jimi Hendrix; Bristol Beacon reopened after refurbishment in 2023.