Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union
Bristol · BS8
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Summary
A large university hall in the University of Bristol Students’ Union on Queens Road, Clifton. 900-person capacity. From £1,400/day. One of Bristol’s highest-capacity hire halls — suited to large-scale productions requiring a university hall interior.
About this location
The Anson Rooms at the University of Bristol Students’ Union Richmond Building on Queens Road, Clifton, provides 900-person capacity at £1,400/day — making it one of the highest-capacity day-hire hall spaces in Bristol at a rate that gives strong capacity-to-price value. The university union building format provides a specific civic-academic interior: practical large-hall proportions built around student events, concerts, and formal gatherings. For productions requiring a large university hall interior — campus drama, concert or event documentaries, productions that need a working student venue environment — this is the principal option in Bristol.
Queens Road BS8 sits at the edge of the Clifton conservation area, within the University of Bristol’s campus zone near the Victoria Rooms and the Wills Memorial Building. The Students’ Union context means the space is well-used and operationally experienced in large-event setups. At £1,400/day for 900-person capacity it represents the most affordable large-hall hire in Bristol by rate-per-head. Accessible from Bristol city centre via bus; Clifton Down station is a short walk on the Severn Beach line.
Access notes
- Parking
- No on-site parking confirmed. Expect to use nearby public car parks or a council parking suspension.
- Loading access
- Loading access not listed. Confirm access points, door widths, and lift availability with the venue before the day.
- Public transit
- Bristol has mainline rail and regional bus connections. Check the nearest station and allow for equipment on-foot from transit.
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FAQ
- Do I need a permit to film at Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union?
- No council permit is usually needed for filming at Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union itself, but you'll still need the owner's written permission, and any spill-over onto public highway or pavement may require a council permit.
- Is parking available at Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union?
- Parking isn't listed as a confirmed amenity for Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union. Check with the site for crew parking, loading, and unit-base options — in Bristol you'll often rely on nearby public car parks or a council parking suspension.
- How much does it cost to film at Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union?
- Indicative day rate is around from £1,400/day. Real quotes depend on crew size, prep/strike days, hours, and exclusivity.
- What crew size is suitable for Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union?
- Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union can accommodate a large crew of 15+ including feature-film unit requirements, trucks, and extras.
- Has anything been filmed at Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union before?
- Anson Rooms — University of Bristol Students' Union appears on Filmshoot's UK location index because it has a documented track record or strong characteristics for film and photography. Specific production credits aren't displayed unless publicly confirmed by the venue — ask the venue directly or check ScreenSkills and IMDb Locations for verified credits.
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