The Grand Pier

Elevate Your Event 400 Metres Out to Sea: The Grand Pier Redefines “Anything But Ordinary

Elevate Your Event 400 Metres Out to Sea: The Grand Pier Redefines “Anything But Ordinary”

WESTON-SUPER-MARE, UK – Ditch the windowless boardroom and the predictable hotel ballroom. The Grand Pier, Somerset’s most iconic landmark, is officially opening its 2026 bookings, offering a dramatic event backdrop that sits a quarter of a mile out over the Bristol Channel.

From high-octane corporate conferences to sunset weddings, The Grand Pier combines Edwardian charm with modern, high-tech versatility. With five distinct venues under one roof, the Pier specialises in transforming standard events into unforgettable experiences.

The Line-up:

The Great Hall: A massive, high-impact arena for up to 2,000 guests—perfect for product launches, concerts, festivals, and gala dinners.The Regency Suite: Sophisticated and exclusive, featuring a private balcony and panoramic coastal views for up to 400 people.The Tiffany Room: Elegant, Edwardian-style charm located at the very end of the Pier, surrounded by floor-to-ceiling sea views.Captain Jack’s Bar: A relaxed, themed space for informal parties and unique breakouts.The Ultimate Power Move: Full Pier Takeover:

For brands looking to make a massive statement, The Grand Pier offers the exclusive “Full Pier Takeover.” This is your chance to own a British icon for the night or day. Imagine your brand splashed across every screen, with private access to all world-class rides and attractions, the Impact Arena, and every arcade machine—all reserved solely for your guests. From high-octane team building to the ultimate private festival, a full takeover provides total creative freedom and a level of privacy you won’t find anywhere else in the UK.

The Smart London and Big City Alternative:

For organisers looking to maximize their budget without sacrificing the “wow” factor, The Grand Pier offers a compelling alternative to the capital. Events here are up to 35% cheaper than comparable London venues, providing a much higher return on investment and a far more memorable experience. Logistics are seamless: the Pier is located just a 10-minute walk from the train station—offering a direct “pier-to-pier” link just 2 hours from London Paddington. With extensive nearby parking and a wealth of partner hotels within walking distance, it offers all the convenience of a city-centre venue at a fraction of the cost.

“We don’t just host events; we provide a destination,” says the Grand Pier Events Team. “Whether it’s a boardroom meeting in the North Tower or a grand exhibition in the Great Hall, the sea air and stunning views bring an energy you simply won’t find on the mainland.”

Everything Covered: 

The Pier provides a full-service experience, including state-of-the-art AV, professional staging, and bespoke catering that ranges from gourmet banquets to classic seaside favourites. With a dedicated event manager for every booking, the Pier handles the logistics so hosts can focus on their guests.

Weston-super-Mare bringing hope to the brain tumour community in memory of 17-year-old

The Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare is working with Brain Tumour Research during March, Brain Tumour Awareness Month, inspired by a boy lost to an aggressive brain tumour, aged just 17.  Kari Hunter, food and beverage supervisor for the Grand Pier, lost her nephew Ethan Treharne in 2021, after he had been diagnosed with a glioblastoma two years earlier. His symptoms included severe headaches and slurred speech. Ethan endured three operations, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, and accessed private immunotherapy treatment in Germany, but nothing could save him. During this month alone, more than 1,000 people in the UK will find out they have a brain tumour – a disease that kills more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer. Inspired by Ethan, his direct family, who live in Sandhurst, Berkshire, set up a Fundraising Group called A New Hope for Ethan for Brain Tumour Research. Kari said: “The Grand Pier will be joining in the campaign to Light Up the UK during Brain Tumour Awareness Month, by lighting up in pink again – one of the signature colours of Brain Tumour Research – on Friday 27 March, which is Wear A Hat Day. All the staff will be dusting off their favourite hats and will be asking for donations to this very worthy cause.  “We have an event in the evening with Bristol City footballers and are hoping to get some support from them too!”  “And last Thursday, the Grand Pier hosted the 11th A New Hope for Ethan quiz, which raised a total of £1,620, including £100 from my grandson Harrison’s tombola.” Wear A Hat Day is one of the UK’s biggest and best-loved brain tumour awareness and fundraising days. It brings people together across the nation to put on their hats, whether that’s a fedora, a sombrero or a Panama (whatever style works), and make a donation, or attend a fundraising, hat-themed event. More than 60 landmarks and venues across the UK have signed up to support Light Up the UK this month, many on Wear A Hat Day, including iconic buildings such as the Blackpool Tower, The Royal Liver building in Liverpool, Glasgow’s Science Centre, The Royal Yacht Britannia, Gateshead’s Millennium Bridge and Bristol’s Ashton Gate Stadium. Letty Greenfield, community development manager for Brain Tumour Research, said: “Brain tumours are indiscriminate; they can affect anyone at any age and kill more women under 35 than breast cancer and more men under 70 than prostate cancer.  “We are grateful to all our dedicated supporters who help us raise awareness, including Kari and the team at the Grand Pier. We desperately need to see greater funding for research, investment to bridge the gap between laboratory findings and innovative treatments and improved access to clinical trials, to see change and increased survival rates for brain tumour patients. Brain Tumour Research is committed to funding sustainable research across our Centres of Excellence and campaigning for increased national investment of £35 million per year.