What, you've never been to Bristol?
Here's our quick guide to parking and hotels.
By CarThe closest Car Park is Trenchard Street, BS1 5AN.
From the M5, exit at junction 18 and follow A4 (Portway) to the centre. You'll soon see brown signs directing you to Colston Hall. When heading down Park Row, turn right onto Lodge Street just after The Red Lodge. The Car Park is located on the right, halfway down the hill.
From the M4, exit at junction 19 for the M32 and follow signs to Clifton. When travelling up Park Row, turn left just before The Red Lodge onto Lodge Street. The Car Park is on the right, halfway down the hill.
By TrainTemple Meads, the nearest station, is around 1 mile from Colston Hall. Buses 8 and 9 run directly to the City Centre Promenade, just by Colston Hall.
HotelsHotel du Vin
Only 5 minutes from Colston Hall, set in a restored Sugar House - a collection of Grade II-listed warehouses. With 40 bedrooms, including several double-height suites. Quote COL1FRO (room only) or COL1FFB (B&B) to get 5% off the best available rate.
Mercure
There are two Mercure Hotels within walking distance, Bristol Grand Hotel and Bristol Holland House. Special rates are available if you mention Colston Hall when booking.
Hilton Garden Inn
This is the hotel where we met, located near Temple Meads station. Approximately 15 minutes walk from Colston Hall, or 5 minutes by taxi.
Premier Inn
There are 4 City Centre hotels within a mile (as the crow flies) of Colston Hall. King Street, Haymarket, Lewins Mead and Finzels Reach.
VenueInterested in finding out more about Colston Hall? It's Bristol's largest concert hall, and has hosted many big names over the years as well as local choirs, orchestras and comedians. The original building opened in 1867, and was recently extended by a new, modern foyer. The Evening Reception will take place in The Lantern, a smaller performance space located in the original part of the building.