About Host Bristol

About Host Bristol

We take care of the planning so you can focus on enjoying your event. Our team has gathered the most convenient ways to reach your venue, along with parking options and nearby accommodation to make your visit smooth and straightforward. Explore the details below to find the best way to arrive, settle in and make the most of your time. 

city hall meeting table

Getting to City Hall

Bus: Various bus lines serve the area, including 2, 41, 6 and M1. The closest bus stop is College Green, just a 2-minute walk away. 

Ferry: The nearest ferry landing is Bristol City Centre Ferry Landing, a 7-minute walk away. You can also take the ferry from Temple Meads station to the Bristol City Centre Landing. 

Train: The nearest main train station is Bristol Temple Meads. 

Car Parks: 

  • College Street Car Park (220ft)
  • Millennium Square Car Park (0.3 miles)
  • NCP Prince Street Car Park (0.4 miles)
  • The Grove Car Park (0.5 miles) 

Accessible Parking

If required, your Event Planner can arrange for a visitor to be dropped off via the ramp outside the main entrance for accessibility purposes only. Security must be notified in advance and access will be granted when the buzzer at the ramp barrier is pressed. 

Blue Badge holders can park for free in parking bays outside City Hall on Deanery Road and College Street.  

For accessible parking in College Street Car Park, with a Blue Badge you can park anywhere in the car park, it does not have to be in a disabled bay. 

  • Millennium Square Car Park – 22 accessible spaces
  • The Grove Car Park – 5 accessible spaces 

Please note that all car parks listed are independently operated and may charge their own fees. Bristol City Hall is not responsible for any parking charges, rate changes, or availability. Please check directly with the car park provider for up-to-date information. 

Getting to Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Bus: The nearest bus stop is Triangle West. Various bus lines serve the area, including 2, 49X, 71, 72 and 77. 

Ferry: The nearest ferry station is the Bristol City Centre Ferry Landing. 

Train: Bristol Temple Meads train station is a 25-minute walk away and Clifton Down train station is a 15-minute walk away. Both stations are served by the 1, 2, 8 and 9 bus services which stop near the museum. 

Car Parks:  

There is a drop-off zone outside the main entrance of Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, which can be used by car/taxi and coaches.  

  • West End Multi-Story Car Park (BS8 1EH)  (0.2 miles)
  • Elmdale Road Car Park (BS8 1SL) (0.2 miles)
  • Trenchard Street Multi-Story Car Park (BS1 5AN) (0.3 miles) 
Bristol Museum inside plane

Accessible Parking

  • West End Multi-Story Car Park  – 12 accessible bays.
  • Trenchard Street Multi-Story Car Park (BS1 5AN) – 15 accessible bays. 

Please note that all car parks listed are independently operated and may charge their own fees. Bristol Museum & Art Gallery is not responsible for any parking charges, rate changes, or availability. Please check directly with the car park provider for up-to-date information.

Create centre signage outside

Getting to Create Centre 

Bus: The nearest bus stops to Create Centre are Bath Street and Cumberland Basin. Various bus lines serve the area, including 41, 505, 9, M2 and 24. 

Ferry: The nearest ferry station to Create Centre in Bristol is Mardyke Ferry Landing. It’s a 14-minute walk away. 

Train: The nearest main train station is Bristol Temple Meads.  

Car Parks: Limited permit parking is available at the Create Centre. Permits can be issued at reception once you have parked. This permit must be displayed on the dashboard and clearly visible. 

Alternatively, three-hour pay-and-display street parking is available nearby. 

Please allow plenty of time to park, as you may need to use spaces within a 5-minute walk of the Create Centre. Car park maps can be provided on request. 

Accessible Parking

Create Centre Car Park - 5 spaces. A valid Blue Badge must be displayed, and the badge will also act as your parking permit. 

As an environment centre, Create encourages visitors to consider alternative forms of transport where possible. 

Getting to MShed

Bus: The nearest bus stop is Catherine Mead Street. Many bus routes stop near M Shed, including the 1, 3, 41, 71, A1, M1 and M2. 

Ferry: The closest Ferry station is Wapping Wharf, which connects to locations like Temple Meads Station and the Bristol City Centre Landing. 

Train: The nearest main train station is Bristol Temple Meads. 

Car Parks: 

  • Wapping Wharf Car Park (0.2 miles)
  • Millennium Square Car Park (0.5 miles)
  • The Grove Car Park (0.3 miles)
  • NCP Prince Street Car Park (0.3 miles) 
M shed external signage

Accessible Parking

  • The Grove Car Park – 5 accessible spaces
  • Brunel’s Buttery – 3 accessible spaces
  • Wapping Wharf Car Park – 4 accessible spaces 

Please note that all car parks listed are independently operated and may charge their own fees. M Shed is not responsible for any parking charges, rate changes or availability. Please check directly with the car park provider for up-to-date information. 

Staying in Bristol?

We proudly offer exclusive discounts for our clients at the hotels. Once you have made your booking with us, your event planner will let you know the details of the discount and how to book.