Anson Rooms at University of Bristol Students' Union

Events T.

About this space

One of Bristol’s best-loved venues, the Anson Rooms has played host to an impressive roster of high profile acts in its 50-year history, including David Bowie, The Smiths, Radiohead, Roni Size, Amy Winehouse and Ed Sheeran.

When it is not being used for gigs, the Anson Rooms can be used as a large, versatile, blank canvas space for private events. Whether it’s for a conference, wedding, exhibition or party, this is the perfect venue for you.

Capacity

Standing

up to 1150

Dining

up to 270

Theatre

up to 500

Cabaret

up to 270

Prices

Monday

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200 hire fee

Per day

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200

Note: Alcohol licence until 01:00. All prices include VAT.

Tuesday

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200 hire fee

Per day

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200

Note: Alcohol licence until 01:00. All prices include VAT.

Wednesday

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200 hire fee

Per day

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200

Note: Alcohol licence until 01:00. All prices include VAT.

Thursday

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200 hire fee

Per day

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200

Note: Alcohol licence until 01:00. All prices include VAT.

Friday

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200 hire fee

Per day

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200

Note: Alcohol licence until 01:00. All prices include VAT.

Saturday

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200 hire fee

Per day

9:00 – 22:30

from £1200

Note: Alcohol licence until 01:00. All prices include VAT.

Sunday

10:00 – 22:00

from £1200 hire fee

Per day

10:00 – 22:00

from £1200

Note: Alcohol licence until 01:00. All prices include VAT.

Cancellation policy

Custom

Guests may cancel their Booking until 21 days before the event start time and will receive a 50% refund (excluding Fees) of their Booking Price.

Cancellations submitted less than 21 days before the event start time are not refundable.

Catering and drinks

Facilities

Air conditioning

Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Allowed events

Rules of the space

The Client is responsible for providing adequate insurance and liability cover for their event, including Public Liability insurance where appropriate.

The Union shall not in any circumstances be liable for damage to or loss of any property, vehicles, articles or things whatsoever placed or left upon the premises by the client or by any person attending the function, howsoever such loss or damage may be caused.

The Client will be liable for any damage, wilful or accidental, sustained by the buildings, floor, furniture or fittings, during the hiring.  Any articles owned by the Union which are lost or go missing from the rooms during the period of hire will be invoiced to the Client.

Full details of the purpose of the hire, the speakers or performers and the expected attendees must be provided to the Union.  The Union reserves the right to decline any application for hire.

The Client undertakes responsibility for control of their guests or invitees, and for all activities undertaken by them. The Client must be present throughout the period of hire. 

If the premises are used for any other purpose than those stated in the confirmation of booking, or if any function becomes disorderly, or any disturbance, nuisance, indecent or unlawful or undesirable activity is allowed to occur, the Union may at its absolute discretion, immediately terminate the hiring.   In the event of such termination, all fees and charges will be forfeited.

The Client is reminded of their responsibilities for the health, safety and welfare at work of its staff and contractors engaged to undertake activities on the premises.

If the premises are used for any other purpose than those stated in the confirmation of booking, or if any function becomes disorderly, or any disturbance, nuisance, indecent or unlawful or undesirable activity is allowed to occur, the Union may at its absolute discretion, immediately terminate the hiring and all fees and charges will be forfeited.

About University of Bristol Students' Union

Please note that all booking enquiries are subject to further updates from Public Health England (PHE) and the University of Bristol (our building owner) relating to the current health climate and the COVID-19 pandemic. Please note that we are now only taking bookings for outside of university term time and bookings will start again from September 2021.

We do not accept any gig enquiries via this site.

Alternatively, you can enquire directly with us at: https://bristolstudentsunion.typeform.com/to/WKc5wB

Situated in one of the most vibrant cities and best-known universities in the UK, Bristol SU offers a wide range of affordable spaces for a variety of event needs.

In 2015, the Bristol SU building reopened after a £30 million revamp and now offers a concert venue in the Anson Rooms, two theatres, exhibition space, two bars and a variety of multi-purpose activity rooms.

It is a unique facility within the city that offers a wide range of spaces to meet the needs of any event.