The Civic, Barnsley, South Yorkshire S70 2HZ - Booking office open Monday to Friday 8.30am-5.00pm Saturday: 9.00am – 4.30pm; The Gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday 10am – 5pm. Free entry. Fees apply for performances

Details

Accessibility:

There is no on-site car park, the closest car park is County Way approximately 200 metres away. There is designated on-street blue badge parking available off Hanson Street. There is level access into the building and level access to all services. The whole building including the restaurant bar is wheelchair accessible. Motorised scooters are permitted in public areas. There is a lift available which serves all floors. In the auditorium there is designated seating in the front row for wheelchair users. A companion may sit next to you. Wheelchair users and people who are visually impaired are usually entitled to a free ticket for their carer/ companion. There are public toilets. There are wheelchair accessible toilets on each floor of the venue. A hearing loop system is in place. Assistance dogs are welcome.

"Our facilities include two disabled toilets, lift access to and from the auditorium, strong and approved handrails at both sides of staircase, wheelchair spaces offering front row facilities and an induction loop in the auditorium. Wheelchair users and people who are visually impaired are entitled to a free ticket for their carer/companion if requested. Guide dogs are welcome. Please state any access requirements at the time of booking your tickets.

Relaxed Performances have been designed for people who will benefit from a more laid back and less formal theatre experience. This could include adults or children with learning difficulties, autism or sensory communication disorders.

You can read more about Relaxed Performances in this great article published on the Official London Theatre website by clicking https://officiallondontheatre.com/news/what-is-a-relaxed-performance/ "

Brief Description:

The Civic Theatre was originally built as a Public Hall in 1877, and became a theatre in 1962. It closed in 1998 due to maintenance problems and financial restraints. After renovation the theatre reopened to the public in 2009. It now includes a 384 seat performance area, a design-led gallery, office space, business units and event facilities. The theatre hosts various music, theatre, dance and comedy performances.

Further Information

Address:

Hanson Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire S70 2HZ

Email:

mailto:enquiries@barnsleycivic.co.uk

Phone:

01226 327000

Website:

https://barnsleycivic.co.uk/

Opening Hours:

Open at various times dependent on performance times. Box Office Opening Times: Monday – Friday: 8.30am-5.00pm, Saturday: 9.00am – 4.30pm

The Box Office will remain open prior to all performances and up to 30 minutes after it starts. 

Gallery Opening Times: From 5 February 2022 the Gallery will be open Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm.  

Directions:

From Leeds via M1 (17.2 miles). Take M1 to Dodworth Road/A628 in Barnsley for 18.6 miles. Take exit 37 from M1 to A628 Barnsley/Manchester. Continue on Dodworth Road/A628. At Dodworth Roundabout take the 1st exit onto Dodworth Road/A628. At Townend Road Roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Shambles Street. Turn left onto St Mary’s Place. Turn right onto Sadler Gate. Turn right onto Church Street. Turn left onto Regent Street. Turn right onto Hanson Street. Your destination will be on the left.

From Sheffield via M1 (21.9 miles). Take M1 to Dodworth Road/A628 in Barnsley for 18.6 miles. Take exit 37 from M1 to A628 Manchester/Barnsley. Continue on Dodworth Road/A628. At Dodworth Roundabout take the 3rd exit onto Dodworth Road/A628. At Townend Road Roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Shambles Street. Turn left onto St Mary’s Place. Turn right onto Sadler Gate. Turn right onto Church Street. Turn left onto Regent Street. Turn right onto Hanson Street. Your destination will be on the left.

The Civic entrance is located on Hanson Street in Barnsley town centre, a five minute walk from the Transport Interchange and close to The Seam Commuter car park (S70 2JW). Most parking in the town centre is free after 5pm. For up-to-date parking information please click https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/roads-travel-and-parking/parking/car-parks-and-on-street-parking/

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Transport:

The closest railway station is Barnsley approximately 270 yards away. Buses operate in and around the area. For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info or call 0871 200 22 33.

Amenities:

There are a wealth of attractions in Barnsley including bars, restaurants, hotels, bed and breakfast accommodation, along with shopping, theatres, museums and the Calypso Cove water park.