From The Beatles to Bowie and Beyond! Bristol Older People’s Forum (BOPF) are working with the Bristol Beacon on a new and exciting music project.
If you are over the age of fifty, come and join us and share memories about a favourite album track or single. We want you to talk about where and when you bought it, or first heard it, and what it means to you. Each participant will have a chance to introduce their choice and share it with the group. We will also play and watch the tracks via You Tube.
It might be Rock, Punk, Reggae, Rap, Classical, Folk, Jazz, Easy Listening or Country. Whatever it is, it’s time to celebrate music and tell your story!
Presented by Bristol Beacon and Bristol Older People’s Forum
Session will be located on Terrace Bar – Level 3 of Bridgehouse, Bristol Beacon. There will be people to welcome you in the foyer.
Age guidance: For people over the age of 50.
Start time: 14:00
Finish: 16:00
Free entry but ticketed
Bristol Older People’s Forum
Bristol Older People’s Forum
Formed in 1993, Bristol Older People’s Forum (BOPF) represents older people across the city, with nearly 3,000 members aged 55 and above.
The organisation’s main mission is:
‘For every older person in the city to be an equal, valued and participating member of the community, able to influence policy and decision-making, challenge ageism and promote Bristol as an Age Friendly City.’
Music for Everyone
Music for Everyone
We invite all members of Bristol’s communities to share, celebrate and participate in creative projects, performances, workshops, networks and social meet-ups.
Our comprehensive programmes work in collaboration with Bristol’s diverse communities to ensure music is at the heart of our city.
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.