FAQs
Last updated 29/09/2026
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Bristol Amphitheatre is right in the heart of Bristol’s harbourside.
Explore Lane,
Harbourside
Bristol
BS1 5LLBuses: The venue is well served by local buses. The closest stops are Anchor Road stops A1 and A2, approximately 3 minutes walk from the venue. Many more services stop at The Centre, approximately 5–10 minutes walk away.
Check Google Maps for more travel info
We discourage customers from driving if possible, and would ask you to use public transport, walk, cycle, or take an e-bike or scooter if you can.
Public car parking is available for customers that need it. Located at Millenium Square right outside the event and has 22 designated disabled parking bays located across both floors: https://www.millenniumsquarecarpark.co.uk/
Drop off points for taxis and ride shares are located along Canons Way and Explore Lane. Approximately 120meters from our main entrance.
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Please visit our dedicated Accessibility page for full information on accessibility and how to purchase raised viewing platform tickets or request a free PA or carer ticket.
Assistance Dogs: Trained assistance dogs are allowed on site. Due to the nature of the event environment, we encourage customers to consider attending with a companion instead of bringing a dog wherever possible.
Flashing Lights and Strobes: Individual events may feature strobe lighting and flashing effects that may trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy
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Individual event opening times vary. These will be listed on the ticketing page when events are announced.
Guaranteed Last entry time for all events is 20:30 unless otherwise stated on the tickets. Please note that anyone arriving after this time may be refused entry.
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There is no strict dress code. However please note that Siren Series events take place outdoors so we strongly advise all attendees to check the weather forecast on the day of the event and to dress appropriately.
We would advise all attendees to bring sun cream as well as some suitable warm and dry clothing (waterproof coat or poncho) incase of any unforeseen weather conditions.
Please note that the site occupies an exposed position on Bristol’s waterfront and no matter what the weather conditions are during the day it is likely to get colder once the sun sets so we suggest bringing a jumper or jacket with you if you are likely to feel the cold.
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There is a strict no re-entry policy for all events.
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We do not have a cloakroom or lockers on site so please bring only essential items with you to the events.
In line with national counter terrorism measures we cannot allow large bags on site.
Small bags no larger than A4 size (21cm x 30cm) are allowed but will be subject to a search on entry.
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Please check your emails first. Then contact the ticket vendor your purchased your ticket from directly for any ticketing queries.
If you are not sure who this is we suggest checking your bank or credit card statement.
For all tickets purchased directly from this website or the official event links please contact SKIDDLE: https://www.skiddle.com/contact/
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All tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable unless the event is cancelled or p§ostponed.
Re-Sale:
Skiddle are our official ticketing partner and they offer a re-sale option for sold out events. If you find yourself with a ticket that you cannot use then this is the safest (and only supported) option to sell it on once the events are sold out.
We do not endorse TICKETSWAP and will not be able to accept or support tickets bought through their platform as it is not secure.
Do not buy tickets from anyone you don’t know personally and therefore can’t trust. Only purchase tickets from official ticket outlets.
Any tickets purchased from unauthorised re-sale platforms or personal sellers may not be accepted and we will be unable to provide you with support if you are refused entry to the event.
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All Siren Bristol events are 18+ only. Rights of admittance are reserved.
All attendees regardless of age should bring a valid photo ID. You may be refused entry to the event without one.
The only accepted forms of photo ID are a valid, in date, passport, driving license or Home Office approved proof of age card that clearly displays the pass hologram. Full details are available here you can apply for a Citizen Card here.
We operate a Challenge 25 policy, full details are available here.
Anyone judged to look under 25 will be asked to produce photo ID.
The bars will operate a challenge 25 system. If you look under 25, you will be asked to provide valid photo ID proving you are 18 or over. Please take it as a compliment and if you’re lucky enough to look under 25, make sure you bring your photo ID with you.
Photocopies or birth certificates will not be accepted and are not valid forms of photo ID.
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Large bags are not allowed to be taken into the event.
Small bags no larger than A4 size (21cm x 30cm) are allowed but will be subject to a search on entry.
Please note this is part of a national counter terrorism policy and is not something we are able to negotiate over.
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We have put in place all necessary measures to maximise public safety, working closely with the authorities.
For security reasons, all ticket holders will be subject to searches at entry to the event.
Please bring only what you need with you to the event. Please be patient if there are queues, and please cooperate with any security requests and all searches.
You can also play your part in keeping the event safe and secure by reading the section on prohibited items.
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In order to facilitate the security, safety and comfort of all patrons, Siren reserves the right in its reasonable discretion to conduct security searches of persons, clothing, bags and all other items on entry and exit, and to confiscate items that may cause danger or disruption to the Event with no refunds (please note that we are not responsible for any prohibited items or other items that we deem inappropriate or unsafe that are confiscated).
Please do not bring any of the following:
– Anything illegal or offensive.
– Food & drink. There will be licensed bars and catering open throughout the event.
– Illegal Substances and New Psychoactive Substances (Legal Highs). The organisers take any drug use very seriously, including the use of nitrous oxide inside or outside the event, and anyone found in possession of drugs may face prosecution.
– NO glass or aerosols, including bottles. For perfume please consider using a Refillable Travel Perfume Atomiser Spray Bottle, these are available on popular online stores like Amazon.
– Seats and chairs.
– Parasols are not permitted but you may bring a small umbrella if you feel this is necessary depending on the forecast on the day (large umbrellas, golf and fishing umbrellas etc. will not be permitted).
– Tents and gazebos, tables, BBQs, stoves and gas canisters.
– Banners and flags with sticks/poles.
– Animals, with the exception of assistance dogs, are not permitted at any time within any areas of the site.
– Dangerous or hazardous items e.g. knives, scissors, flares, fireworks, lighter fuel, aerosols, spray cans, air horns, klaxons or similar, laser pens.
– Chinese lanterns and Fireworks.
– Bicycles, skateboards and scooters.
– Any other items not included in the above list that we consider to be unsafe or pose a risk to public safety and/or security. -
You are allowed to bring a reasonable quantity of a prescribed medication into site if it is in its original labeled packaging. This must have your name on it and match your ID.
Please notify our security team when you arrive at the front door as any medication may need to be checked by on site medics.
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Guaranteed Last entry time for all events is 20:30 unless otherwise stated on the tickets. Please note that anyone arriving after this time may be refused entry.
We strongly advise you to arrive as early as possible to ensure maximum enjoyment of the event, help minimise queueing times and to reduce the load on our door team at peak times.
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If you lost an item at one of the events and think it may have been handed in please drop us an email with a full description of the item and the name and date of the event. We’ll let you know if it was handed in: lostproperty@sirenbristol.com
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Please familiarise yourself with Bristol City Council’s tips for a safe night out here: https://www.bristolnights.co.uk/