Access Travel Guide
How to get to and from our venues
On this page you’ll find step-free route maps that show you the best routes to take from nearby transport hubs and car parks to Bristol Beacon.
You’ll also find a building guide that includes helpful information about the location of our lifts, toilets and performance spaces inside Bristol Beacon.
To get the best experience from these maps and navigate the easiest step-free access routes to Bristol Beacon, please follow these instructions:
- zoom into the maps using the + and – buttons for a closer view of the route
- view detailed instructions on how to follow the route by selecting the top left icon on each map
- open a larger version in Google Maps by selecting the top right icon on each map.
Getting around our building
Getting around our building
View detailed floor plans of Bristol Beacon including locations of lifts, toilets and performance spaces.
Step-free access from public transport
From Bristol Temple Meads train station
Bristol Temple Meads train station is the closest main line station to Bristol Beacon. This step-free route is mostly flat with a total distance 1700m.
From City Centre bus stops
Most Bristol bus services stop in Bristol City Center with stops on Broad Quay or Anchor Road. This step-free route is mostly flat with a total distance 250m.
From Bristol coach station
Intercity busses and coaches usually terminate at Bristol Coach Station. This step-free route is mostly flat with some uneven pavement and cobbles and a total distance 750m.
Step-free access from car parks
Trenchard Street Car Park
Trenchard Street car park is 200m from Bristol Beacon. There is level access via a lift within the multi-storey car park, exit on Level 2.
There are 8 accessible parking spaces available in Trenchard Street Car Park (Level 8) directly behind Bristol Beacon. Spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. You’ll still need to pay for the duration of your stay in the car park at one of the pay machines.
More access resources
Access events
Access events
We offer BSL, captioned, relaxed and audio-described performances in our programme.
Access Statement
Access Statement
Our website has been designed and developed to be accessible to as many people as possible. Find out more about the accessibility standard our website aims to meet to give you the best experience.
Access & Accessibility
Access & Accessibility
Details about our access register, how to access our buildings, wheelchair information, assistive hearing facilities and more ways we’re making music experiences accessible for everyone.