Colston Hall plans for “long-overdue” revamp

The historic Bristol venue will seek approval a major refurbishment and expansion to provide the "West Country with a world-class venue to be proud of"

An artist's impression of Colston Hall post-refurb

Bristol venue Colston Hall has announced plans for a £48 million refurbishment in a bid to become a “world-class music hub for the south-west” of England.

Under the plans, which opened to public consultation on Friday, the venue’s main hall will be increased from its current capacity of 1,932 and see its main stage expanded to accommodate larger bands and production equipment.

The Lantern, Colston Hall’s smaller second performance space, will be redeveloped into an “elegant and versatile” venue with flexible…

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