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The Anson Rooms

 The Anson Rooms is Bristol SU's largest event space, consisting of one large room, with an additional side room (Anson Rooms 2, otherwise known as 'Anson Rooms Bar').

The main space can also be divided into two sections, Anson Rooms 5 & 6, for smaller events or activities. The full Anson Rooms space can be booked Wednesday to Saturday via our Special Event programme - further information below. The individual sections (2, 5 or 6) can be booked Sunday – Tuesday for regular room or ad-hoc bookings - further information can be found on our venues page.

Special Events in the Anson Rooms

Student groups can apply to host a special event in the Anson Rooms. We've hosted some incredible events from Fight Nights to cultural celebrations such as Dola Re Garba and Diwali. The Anson Rooms is also suitable for hosting a diverse range of other events - live music, theatrical productions, dance and performance shows, as well as conferences, award ceremonies, fairs and other functions.

Special Events run at Bristol SU are intended to be successful, safe, impactful and fun, and must meet the following conditions:

  • Attract at least 200 attendees
  • Appeal to a wide variety of students
  • Has a strong idea and identity and is likely to sell out
  • Is inclusive and makes a positive impact on student life at Bristol

Capacities

  • Balls (round tables) x 250
  • Theatre style x 480
  • Beer hall x 296
  • Standing x 550
A person with an afro haircut dancing down the aisle between two rows of audience members Students petting a therapy dog Dancing dressed as sharks performers on stage A chinese lion dance A formal ball with students in black tie Students queing for plant potting

Event Packages & Costs

There are also likely to be some additional costs to consider, depending on the event, including:

  • Security
  • Late porterage 
  • Cleaning
  • Additional equipment hire

Special Event Applications

Applications for both TB1 & TB2 events are now open. Please submit using the Special Events Application Form 2026 / 2027. 

The deadline for TB1 applications is Monday 10th August at 10am. As the TB1 programme tends to be a lot quieter, additional applications may be accepted after this date on an ad-hoc basis depending on availability.

The deadline for TB2 applications is Monday 5th October at 10am. As the TB2 programme is usually a lot busier, it is highly unlikely we will be able to accept any applications after this date.

Please do not start planning your event until your slot has been confirmed by a member of the SU team.

Further Information

Further information and guidance for putting on an event in the Anson Rooms can be found in our special information pack.

If you would like to discuss your application before submitting, you can book a meeting in with us.

Accessibility Information

The Anson Rooms is on the first floor of The Richmond building. Step free access into The Richmond Building is available via an accessible lift in the main entrance, with ground level access through the right side entrance on Queens Road, and in the back entrance on Richmond Terrace Avenue. Once inside the building there are two lifts which service all floors. There are doors around the building which have to be opened manually. Accessible toilets are available on every floor. Gender neutral toilets are available on the 4th floor.

Quiet areas with seating are available in the foyer and in the links spaces on the first and second floors of The Richmond Building.

We welcome event and space attendees who need to bring medicines, food, or drink to manage a medical condition, or medical equipment. Please email us on bristolsu-events@bristol.ac.uk or speak to a member of staff on arrival if you have any questions or concerns.