Rediscover ‘A Place for Everyone’ and explore stories, music and memories of Bristol Beacon, contributed by Bristol people.
This exhibition is an aural and visual work created by artist Matt Booker and historian Tot Foster, capturing over 150 years of Bristol Beacon’s heritage and history.
Inspired by interviews and reportage illustrations as part of an Oral History project in 2018, this artwork features personal memories, stories, music and provides a snap shot of the unique role the Hall has played in Bristolian lives over the years.
Presented by Bristol Beacon
All ages
Open during Bridgehouse opening hours, when there are not shows in progress
Located on the walls of the Bridgehouse Stage
About the Exhibition
Now transformed for a new generation, Bristol Beacon has been a focal point in the lives of Bristolians, showcasing big musical acts and local talent , alongside an eclectic programme of other events including wrestling, political rallies, beauty pageants, and community events.
In 2018-19, oral historian Tot Foster met and spoke with Bristol’s communities who gave voice to very individual and personal stories of their memories of Bristol Beacon. Alongside 40 specially commissioned illustrations by artist Matt Booker, the exhibition “A Place for Everyone” provided a snap shot of the unique role the Hall has played in people’s lives over the years.
This exhibition brings together all of those illustrations into an entertaining, intriguing and personal portrait of the heritage and history of our venue.
Listen to ‘A Place for Everyone’
Listen to ‘A Place for Everyone’
We recommend listening to the memories, stories and music before or during your visit to help you explore the personal stories of the exhibition.
You can either scan the QR code on the information beside the artwork or listen in your browser online, as well as viewing a full list of credits and contributors for the exhibition.
About the artist
About the artist
Matthew Booker is a Bristol based illustrator covering narrative, editorial, reportage and site-specific work.
A large part of his practice focuses on conversation with audiences and participation in visualising historical stories, often about people’s relationships to spaces.
The venue
Bridgehouse
at Bristol Beacon
Our foyer space located within Bristol Beacon where we host events, performances and conferences.
Getting to the venue
Location: Bridgehouse is located within Bristol Beacon with entrances on Colston Street and Trenchard Street.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 50m away directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
The city centre bus stop is 250m from Bristol Beacon where most bus services stop.
Access
Mobility
Bridgehouse has level access from street level with lifts to all levels. For unallocated seated performances, seats can easily be removed to accommodate wheelchairs.
Assistance Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the venue.
Hearing Facility
There is an induction loop at the box office. You can use this by adjusting your hearing aid to the ‘T’ setting. There is no hearing loop facility for the foyer stage.
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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