About
Located in the heart of the city centre, Bristol Beacon is the South West’s most iconic concert hall and event space. Fresh from a major refurbishment, the venue blends contemporary and classic architecture with world-class technology, exceptional accessibility, and a bold cultural spirit. From intimate gatherings to 4000-guest receptions, Bristol Beacon is the perfect setting for everything from flagship conferences and elegant dinners to product launches or a creative brand experiences.
Conferences & Meetings
Whether you’re hosting a small team workshop, a large-scale conference, or an exclusive networking event, Bristol Beacon offers flexible layouts, stages, AV systems, and dedicated support to ensure everything runs seamlessly. If you’re looking for a stunning setting with a vibrant cultural backdrop, Bristol Beacon provides an experience that leaves a lasting impression.
Room setups are bespoke according to your requirement and include:
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Theatre style auditorium space in Beacon Hall for up to 1650
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Banquet style dinners in Beacon Hall for up to 250 or Lantern Hall for up to 150
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Meeting spaces for up to 270
Parties & Social Events
With its stunning architecture and versatile event spaces, Bristol Beacon offers the perfect setting for celebrations of all sizes from intimate gatherings to grand occasions. Its central location makes it easily accessible, while the venue’s dedicated team ensures every detail is tailored to your needs, from catering to party entertainment. Whether you’re planning a birthday, anniversary, or corporate social event, Bristol Beacon combines elegance and atmosphere to create a truly memorable event.
Christmas Parties - make this Christmas unforgettable at Bristol Beacon! Their Christmas packages include delicious festive menus and musical entertainment in a stunning setting. It’s the perfect place to celebrate with colleagues, friends, or family. Let the music play, the drinks flow, and the festive spirit shine at Bristol’s most iconic venue.
Gala Dinners & Private Dining
Bristol Beacon offers an unforgettable setting for gala dinners and private dining experiences. From informal buffets to exquisite three-course fine dining, their trusted catering partners will pull out all the stops to create a truly memorable dining experience.
Room setups are bespoke according to your requirement and include:
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Banquet style dinners in Beacon Hall for up to 250 or Lantern Hall for up to 150
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Informal buffet for 450 in Lantern Hall
Competitive Socialising & Team Building
Bristol Beacon have got everything you need to make your event a success. Hire spaces and you’ll receive their in-house expertise in catering, bars, event management, production and other event services.
Venue 3D Tour
The venue’s 3D tour can be found here.
Social Impact
Bristol Beacon is run by Bristol Music Trust; a charity that uses music to bring joy, engage and inspire. They are committed to a wide range of charity and outreach initiatives that make music accessible to everyone.
They believe music has the power to transform lives and bring communities together. That’s why they’re committed to a wide range of charity and outreach initiatives that make music accessible to everyone. Through partnerships with local organisations and their own programs, they support disadvantaged groups, provide opportunities for young people, and create inclusive spaces where creativity can thrive. Their education programs aim to inspire the next generation of musicians and music lovers. From workshops and school projects to mentoring and performance opportunities, they help young people develop skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of music, reaching over 30,000 young people across Bristol every year.
Key initiatives include Beacon Music Centre, which offers tuition and rehearsal spaces for schools and community groups; Creative Learning Projects that bring music into classrooms across Bristol; and Inclusive Ensembles such as youth orchestras and choirs, designed to welcome participants from all backgrounds.
Sustainability Policy
Please find the venue's sustainability policy here.
Access Statement
Please find the venue's access statement here.
Capacity
| Room | Banqueting | Boardroom | Classroom | Theatre | U-Shaped | Cabaret | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hall | 250 | - | - | 1650 | - | - | 1330 |
| Dundry Room | - | 16 | - | 25 | - | - | - |
| Lantern Hall | 150 | 66 | - | 270 | - | - | 450 |
| Meeting Room 1 | - | 20 | - | 35 | - | - | - |
| Meeting Room 2 | - | 16 | - | 25 | - | - | - |
| Stalls Bar | 96 | - | - | 130 | - | 130 | 300 |
| Terrace Bar | 56 | 20 | - | 70 | - | - | 250 |
| Weston Stage | 70 | - | - | 144 | - | - | 150 |
| Whole Building Hire | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4000 |
Capacity
| Beacon Hall Banqueting | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Banqueting | 250 |
| Beacon Hall Theatre | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Theatre | 1650 |
| Dundry Room Boardroom | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Boardroom | 16 |
| Dundry Room Theatre | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Theatre | 25 |
| Lantern Hall Banqueting | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Banqueting | 150 |
| Lantern Hall Boardroom | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Boardroom | 66 |
| Lantern Hall Theatre | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Theatre | 270 |
| Meeting Room 1 Boardroom | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Boardroom | 20 |
| Meeting Room 1 Theatre | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Theatre | 35 |
| Meeting Room 2 Boardroom | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Boardroom | 16 |
| Meeting Room 2 Theatre | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Theatre | 25 |
| Stalls Bar Banqueting | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Banqueting | 96 |
| Stalls Bar Cabaret | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Cabaret | 130 |
| Stalls Bar Theatre | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Theatre | 130 |
| Terrace Bar Banqueting | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Banqueting | 56 |
| Terrace Bar Boardroom | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Boardroom | 20 |
| Terrace Bar Theatre | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Theatre | 70 |
| Weston Stage Banqueting | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Banqueting | 70 |
| Weston Stage Theatre | |
|---|---|
| Unit | Capacity |
| Theatre | 144 |
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Coach drop-off point
Key Features
- In town/city centre
Parking & Transport
- Within 1 Mile of a Train Station
Sustainability
- Organisation and Employees - Sustainability Policy
- Products & Suppliers - Locally Sourced Produce
- Products & Suppliers - Locally-sourced produce
- Products & Suppliers - Plant-Based Options or Menu
- Travel & Transport - Cycle Parking







