The Bristol Beacon team are working to repair ‘minor’ roof leaks

Repairs are underway at a concert hall, just eight months after opening.

Members of the public reported a leak at the Bristol Beacon during a comedy show on Friday night as it rained heavily in the city.

The venue, which was previously known as Colston Hall, underwent a £132m refurbishment in June 2018. It was completed in November 2023.

A spokesperson for the venue said: “We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of safety and comfort for all who visit Beacon.”

They confirmed that the “minor leak” occurred in the flat roof above the Lantern Foyer after a period of heavy rain that evening.

Jen Smith, who was attending a comedy gig at the venue when the leak started, said: “It was surprising to see a constant drip of water coming from the roof in a building that has been restored so recently, over such a long period of time. time and at a cost of £132m.

“It’s something you might expect from much older heritage buildings like West End theatres.

“To see water coming into the Bristol Beacon at this early stage of its new journey is not great,” she added.

The final cost of the location came close to triple the original estimate of £48 million.

Opposition councilors said the money spent was more than it was worth, but the local authority said the boost to the city’s economy would “ultimately dwarf” the cost of the work.

The Bristol Beacon responded “promptly” to the issue and work is underway to fix the issue,