Plan Your Visit
Sharing the joy of music together
Bristol Beacon is a place of welcome warmth and light.
We invite music makers, music lovers and music explorers of every kind to enjoy our spaces at Bristol Beacon, as well as Beacon Music Centre – our creative learning base in Southmead.
When you visit us you can expect a friendly welcome. From meeting friends for coffee in our café, to joining us for music lessons and live performances, we help make space for you to experience the joy of music.
Our Venues
Bristol Beacon
Bristol Beacon
Bristol Beacon is located in the heart of the city, a space celebrating music, connection and creativity.
Bristol Beacon comes alive when buzzing with people having fun, making memories, learning and sharing moments that last a lifetime.
Beacon Music Centre
Beacon Music Centre
Bristol Music Centre is our creative learning centre in Southmead – a playful, inclusive space for everyone to build confidence, learn skills and celebrate togetherness through music.
Partner Venues
Partner Venues
Working with our partners, we seek out the best of Bristol’s live music spaces to out on a diverse programme. From intimate corners to open arenas, we put the music wherever it sings.
Access information
Access information
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.
Seating plans
Seating plans
Find out more about our seating plans for all our performance spaces, auditorium entrances and exits, and accessible viewing areas.
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
Dine in style in our brand new restaurant Colonnade. Visit Bristol Loaf, our café on the lower ground floor for breakfast, lunch or a Sunday Roast. Drop in for a drink at any of our bars.
Where to stay
Where to stay
Looking for the perfect place to stay in Bristol? We’ve partnered with five of the best hotel groups in Bristol to bring you exclusive offers and discounts.
Opening Times
Our venue on Trenchard Street is open at these times and for evening events where advertised.
Mon-Sun, 8:00-18:00
Phone
Mon – closed
Tue – 12:00-17:00
Wed – 10:00-17:00
Thu – 10:00-17:00
Fri – 10:00-17:00
Sat – closed
Sun – closed
Phone lines are open from 14:00-17:00 for events taking places on Mon, Sat or Sun.
In-person counter
Mon-Fri, 10:00 – 17:00
Closed on bank holidays
Email enquiries will be responded to within 3 working days.
Our creative learning centre in Southmead.
Open for pre-booked lessons and activities Monday – Sunday.
Our core opening hours (with the reception open) are Tuesday – Friday 9am – 3pm.
During the summer holiday period core opening hours may vary. Please contact our team via email before visiting.
Lessons will resume w/c 14 Sep.
For general enquiries, please contact us via telephone or email.
Beacon Music Centre office staff are available to meet in-person by appointment only. Should you wish to meet with a member of Beacon Music Centre staff, please arrange via telephone or email.
Bristol Loaf
Monday – Saturday
8:00 – 16:00
Daytime food menu available from 8:30 – 15:30
Evening dinner menu from 16:00 – 19:00 (for events only)
Sunday
10:00 – 16:00
Daytime food menu available from 10:00 – 11:00
Sunday dinner menu from 12:00 – 17:00
Colonnade
Lunch
Tue – Sun
12.00 – 15.00
(last kitchen orders 15:30)
Evening
Mon – Sat
16:30 – 23:00
Sun
12.00 – 19.00
Golding Bar
Open for events only. This bar will open approximately 60 mins before the advertised doors time of your event.
Bridgehouse & Simons’ Bars
Open for events only. These bars open approximately 30 mins before the advertised doors time of your event.
Our History
Our History
For over 150 years our walls have reverberated with magical sights and sounds of orchestras, activists and entertainers of every descriptions. Discover our history.
Art at the Beacon
Art at the Beacon
Discover our collection, find out about the artists, and experience the artworks yourself on your next visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you can’t find the information you need, take a look at our frequently asked questions or feel free to get in touch by phone, email or online enquiry form.
Coming up
Light Entertainment
Rock and Pop
Feast On
The Sound of West End Musicals
with special guest Gareth Gates
Choral
Classical
Bristol Choir Brigade’s 10th Anniversary
with guests Bristol A Cappella & Bristol Gay Men’s Chorus
Classical
NCO: There's No Planet B
Conducted by Matthew Quinn and presented by Naomi Wilkinson
Classical
BBC Proms 2026
Paraorchestra
Steve Reich at 90
- Audio-described performances available
