Beat the Brain Surgeon®

Beat the Brain Surgeon® is back for 2026!

Do you think your team has what it takes to outsmart some of Bristol’s brightest minds? Enjoy an evening of friendly competition, top-tier quizzing, an exciting raffle and delicious dining at Bristol Grand Hotel, all in support of Bristol Children’s Hospital.

The Neurosurgery Team from Bristol Children's Hospital

This is not your average pub quiz. Dress to impress in black tie and bring your sharpest wits for an unforgettable evening of rivalry, entertainment and generosity.

Businesses from across the South West will go head-to-head with the Neurosurgery team at Bristol Children’s Hospital. The surgeons are returning this year determined to claim the 2026 title after their previous defeat. Will your team be the one to stop them?

In 2023, The Grand Appeal launched the very first Beat the Brain Surgeon® at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery. It was a cracking night that raised an incredible amount for sick children and their families.

Far from your average pub quiz, our 2023 flagship event featured a round from Wallace himself, voiced by the incredibly talented Ben Whitehead. Guests were also treated to a live model-making demonstration from ‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl’ director, Merlin Crossingham. While you’ll be testing your knowledge against some of Bristol brightest minds, expect a few surprises at this one-of-a-kind quiz evening.

Your legendary hosts for 2026 are Bristol favourites, Alex Lovell and Seb Choudhury. They’ll keep the energy high and the questions coming as you compete to be crowned Bristol’s smartest team.

With rounds that test teamwork, creativity and knowledge, expect grand prizes throughout the night, plus the coveted title and bragging rights that last long after the evening ends.

Every ticket purchased and raffle entry helps The Grand Appeal to fund lifesaving equipment for critically ill babies and children, supporting pioneering research and provide family accommodation when it matters most.

Show us what you’re made of and enjoy an unforgettable evening while helping to support Bristol Children’s Hospital.

Beat the Brain Surgeon® is back! This event in 2023 was a fun-filled evening; corporate teams from across Bristol took on the Neurosurgeons from Bristol Children’s Hospital – and won! We would love to see Bristol’s brightest and best businesses join us again for some friendly competition and to see who will be crowned champions. Will you be able to do it?

Helen Haskell, Head of Fundraising (Corporate)

Prices

£800 – Your team of five shares a table with another group of grand guests for a sociable evening.

£1,400 – Enjoy a table to yourselves as two teams of five as you prepare for an unforgettable evening of quizzing.

Both price packages include a drink reception, five bottles of wine for a table of 10, a delicious three-course dinner and quiz entry.

The Venue

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Bristol Grand Hotel, this year’s corporate fundraising event promises atmosphere, elegance and excitement in equal measure. What better place to take on the surgeons?

Join us in 2026

For over three decades, The Grand Appeal has supported Bristol Children’s Hospital and St Michael’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. By taking part in Beat the Brain Surgeon®, you’ll help support sick babies, children and their families.

Are you ready to Beat the Brain Surgeon®?

Get some practise in with our weekly friday quiz!

Finish the week on a high and challenge your team to some Brain Bogglers.

Interested in Sponsorship?

We offer a range of opportunities ranging from £500 to £3,500 plus VAT. For more information, please get in touch with Helen.

Head of Fundraising (Corporate)

Helen Haskell

Helen oversees our incredible corporate fundraising family. She manages our exciting portfolio of fundraising at work events, sponsorship opportunities and Charity of the Year partnerships. Contact Helen to learn more about the ways we could work together, and how your company can change young lives in Bristol Children’s Hospital.

helen@grandappeal.org.uk

0117 927 3888