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Venue Type

Theatre

City

Bristol

Region

South West

Standing

2000

theatre

1800

dinner

500

bedrooms

0

About

Bristol Beacon

Located in the heart of Bristol’s creative quarter, Beacon is one of the city's most iconic cultural and event destinations, offering a collection of contemporary performance spaces and flexible event rooms for conferences, meetings, product launches, awards dinners, exhibitions and corporate events. Combining world-class production facilities with striking modern architecture, the venue provides a unique setting for organisations looking to host inspiring events in the centre of Bristol.


Following its extensive transformation, Beacon now offers a range of beautifully designed spaces that blend exceptional acoustics with flexible layouts suitable for both corporate and cultural occasions. From large-scale conferences and gala dinners to intimate meetings and networking receptions, the venue delivers an impressive backdrop supported by experienced event professionals.


Situated on Trenchard Street in Bristol city centre, Beacon benefits from excellent transport links and is within walking distance of Bristol Temple Meads station, making it easily accessible for delegates travelling from across the UK.

Event Spaces

Beacon Hall

The venue's flagship auditorium and one of the South West's premier conference and event spaces. Featuring world-class acoustics, integrated AV technology and flexible staging, Beacon Hall is ideal for conferences, awards ceremonies, gala dinners, product launches and large-scale corporate events.


Lantern Hall

A beautifully restored Victorian hall offering a versatile setting for conferences, exhibitions, networking events, receptions and private dining. Moveable seating and staging allow the space to adapt to a wide variety of event formats.


Weston Stage

Located within the venue's restored Victorian cellars, Weston Stage provides a contemporary and atmospheric setting for presentations, talks, workshops, intimate conferences, networking events and live performances, complete with its own dedicated bar area.


Bridgehouse

The striking entrance atrium doubles as a flexible event space for receptions, exhibitions, networking events, registration areas and informal conferences. Its open-plan design makes it ideal as a breakout or standalone event venue.


Meeting Rooms

A selection of modern meeting rooms and training spaces suitable for board meetings, workshops, seminars, interviews and breakout sessions, accommodating small groups in a professional environment.


Stalls Bar

A stylish hospitality space perfect for drinks receptions, networking events, informal gatherings and private celebrations, with direct access to the main venue spaces.


Terrace Bar

Offering an elegant setting for receptions and social events, Terrace Bar provides a relaxed environment for networking, VIP hospitality and pre- or post-event drinks.


Exclusive Venue Hire

Beacon can be hired exclusively, allowing organisers to combine Beacon Hall, Lantern Hall, Weston Stage, Bridgehouse, meeting rooms and hospitality areas to create one of Bristol's most flexible multi-space event venues for conferences, exhibitions, festivals and large corporate events.

Facilities and Services

Beacon offers high-speed WiFi, integrated AV technology, professional lighting and sound systems, dedicated event management, breakout facilities, accessible entrances, dressing rooms, catering partnerships and full production support for events of every scale.

 

Ideal For

  • Conferences

  • Meetings

  • Corporate Parties

  • Awards Dinners

  • Product Launches

  • Exhibitions

  • Networking Events

  • Private Dining

  • Christmas Parties

  • Filming & Photo Shoots

Conferences
Meetings
Corporate Parties
Awards Dinners
Product Launches
Exhibitions
Networking Events
Private Dining
Christmas Parties
Filming & Photo Shoots

Key Features

  • City Centre Location

  • Award-Winning Cultural Venue

  • Multiple Flexible Event Spaces

  • State-of-the-Art Production Facilities

  • Dedicated Event Management Team

  • Modern Architecture

  • Accessible Throughout

  • Exclusive Hire Available

  • Premium Conference Venue

  • Excellent Public Transport Links 

City Centre Location

Award-Winning Cultural Venue

Multiple Flexible Event Spaces

State-of-the-Art Production Facilities

Dedicated Event Management Team

Modern Architecture

Accessible Throughout

Exclusive Hire Available

Premium Conference Venue

Excellent Public Transport Links

Why Hire

Beacon combines exceptional performance facilities with contemporary event spaces, creating one of Bristol's most distinctive venues for corporate events. Whether hosting a conference, awards dinner, exhibition or product launch, the venue offers outstanding production capabilities alongside flexible layouts and a highly experienced events team.

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Location

Location and Access

Located at Trenchard Street, Bristol BS1 5AR, the venue is approximately 0.9 miles from Bristol Temple Meads Station and around 8.5 miles from Bristol Airport, offering excellent accessibility for delegates arriving by rail or air.

Bristol Airport | 8 miles

Bristol Temple Meads | 1 miles

Bristol Bus & Coach Station | 0.5 mile

 

VENUE INFO

Event spaces

4

meeting rooms

8

bedrooms

0

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