Holst’s brilliantly inventive Planets Suite is one of the cornerstones of British orchestral music, and one of the 20th century’s most popular pieces of music, recorded more than 80 times.
Sounding at times like a forerunner of some well-known space-themed soundtracks, it’s a dazzling musical depiction of the solar system in all of its majesty, power and mystery. Continuing the celestial theme is a Waltz from Josef Strauss and Jonathan Dove’s incredible showcase for the trombone, inspired by Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.
Presented by Bristol Beacon
John Wilson Conductor
Peter Moore Trombone
Sinfonia of London
Sinfonia of London Chorus
Programme
Josef Strauss Music of the Spheres
Jonathan Dove Stargazer
Holst The Planets
Please note this event will go on sale in May 2026 and full ticketing information will be available then.
Format: Reserved seating
Age: For all ages (Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult)
Performance times
Start: 19.00
All timings are approximate and subject to change
About Beacon Hall
Our new flagship venue at Bristol Beacon
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Seating plans
Seating plans
Beacon Hall has three levels that can be used in a seated or standing format. View seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas.
Venue information
Venue information
Take a closer look at our beautifully restored venue, see what’s on and view detailed information about the performance space.
The venue
Beacon Hall
at Bristol Beacon
Getting to the venue
Location: Beacon Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.
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 200m 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
Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.
Access
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users are in:
- row S in the centre of the rear Stalls (10 spaces)
- row Z in the left and right wings at the back of Lower Tier (4 spaces, 2 on each side),
- row Z on the right only at the back of Upper Tier (2 spaces)
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in row F are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.
Hearing Facility
A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)
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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