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Sun 24 Aug 2025

15:00

BBC Proms 2025

Come and Sing

Music of the Proms

Bridgehouse

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Free but ticketed

A shot of a conductor from the back leading a large choir in a wood panelled concert hall. There's a small group of people playing strings towards the front.

Join us for a joyful, family-friendly singing workshop celebrating some of the BBC Proms’ greatest vocal hits. Whether you’re a seasoned singer or a total beginner, everyone’s welcome—no musical experience needed and all lyrics will be provided.

Expect a fun-filled afternoon of opera favourites, iconic show tunes, rousing anthems from the Last Night of the Proms, and plenty more surprises along the way.

Led by Bristol Beacon’s Head of Creative Learning Laurie Stewart, with stellar pianist Clare Alsop and special guests, this is a relaxed and uplifting event perfect for all ages. Come and raise your voice in a celebration of music, community, and the joy of singing together.

Presented by Bristol Beacon and BBC Proms

Location: Ground Floor of Bridgehouse

Age: Recommended 5+ but younger children welcome.

This workshop is free to attend but you must book a ticket.

 

Workshop times

Doors: 14.30
Start: 15.00
Finish: 16.00

All timings are approximate and subject to change

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.

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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.

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