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Lyra Bristol Poetry Festival 2023

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A person performs on stage at Lyra Festival 2022

Lyra is the annual Bristol Poetry Festival that brings together and celebrates local, national and international poets and speakers, representing Bristol as a centre of world class poetry.

At the heart of festival is a desire to celebrate the unique culture and creativity of Bristol by showcasing poetry in the widest range of forms possible – readings, slam competitions, film screenings, discussion panels, open mics and more.

This year, we are delighted to host three workshops and an exhibition as part of Lyra Festival 2023 – see ‘Whats on’ for further event details and ticketing information.

Presented by Lyra Bristol Poetry Festival

Format: Standing with seats available

Age: All ages

Tickets: Tickets only available via Lyra Festival’s website.

What’s On

Beyond the Bassline
One adult and two younger people are sat on a wall. The younger people had braided hair tied in an up do. The adult wear a cap and is dressed in all denim with work boots. To the left of them there is a large soundsystem.

Sat 28 Jun–Fri 18 Jul 2025

Exhibition

Beyond the Bassline

500 Years of Black British Music

Kennedy Room

More info Info
Bristol NOYO Ensemble: Blue Sky Summer Concert
A group of diverse musicians with different needs all sit round playing in an ensemble

Sat 28 Jun 2025

15:00

Education

Bristol NOYO Ensemble: Blue Sky Summer Concert

Lantern Hall

  • Relaxed Performance performances available
Bristol Choral Society
Beethoven portrayed in a colourful pop art style.

Sat 28 Jun 2025

19:30

Classical

Bristol Choral Society

Beethoven Missa Solemnis with British Sinfonietta

Beacon Hall

Bristol Beacon Junior Ensembles Summer Concert 2025

Sun 29 Jun 2025

13:30

Classical

Education

Bristol Beacon Junior Ensembles Summer Concert 2025

Lantern Hall

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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