Porthcawl Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl, Bridgend County Borough

Details

Accessibility

• "Wheelchair accessible seating: we have designated wheelchair spaces in the auditorium, which can be viewed and booked online, or over the phone.
• Access companion tickets: we are a member of the Hynt network, which means we offer cardholders a free ticket for their companion, carer or personal assistant. It’s also a resource for anyone who needs specific access information to plan a trip to the theatre. If you have an impairment or specific access requirement, or care for someone that does, then Hynt applies to you. You can book Hynt tickets on our website, once you have registered your Hynt card on our database. You can also book a Hynt ticket over the phone. Please click here for a step-by-step guide to help you book access seats online.
• Car parking: a limited number of accessible parking spaces are available on request (subject to availability). Please contact the box office via email (box.office@awen-wales.com) or on 01656 815995.
• Accessible toilets and changing facilities: available on ground floor level.
• As space is limited within the main auditorium, customers with scooters, walking frames and prams will be asked to store these in the foyer, next to our Oriel Bar. 
• A limited number of booster seats are available. These can be collected at our kiosk on a first come, first served basis."

 

Brief description

"Theatre, arts and conference venue serving Porthcawl, Bridgend County and beyond" https://www.facebook.com/Grand.Pavilion.Porthcawl/?locale=en_GB and Grand Pavilion Technical Specifications

2023: "The Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl’s much-loved seafront theatre has been awarded £18m Levelling Up Funding from the UK Government, as a result of Bridgend County Borough Council, working in close partnership with Awen Cultural Trust, demonstrating that the investment would make a visible positive difference to the local area and supporting the creative economy of the region.

The funding will be used to enhance and redevelop the Grade II listed building, which celebrated its 90th anniversary this year, including addressing the condition of its concrete structure, preserving its unique heritage whilst also meeting the needs and aspirations of the community for extended and improved arts, culture and heritage services.

The proposed new facilities include: new function spaces at the esplanade level; new rooftop function and café spaces offering panoramic sea views across the Bristol Channel; new studio theatre and ancillary facilities; increased and improved accessibility including new Changing Places toilet facilities; and new business incubation, workshop and office spaces at street level."

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Pavilion,_Porthcawl

"The Grand Pavilion is an entertainment venue in Porthcawl, Bridgend County Borough, Wales, opened in 1932. It has an octagonal dome and extensive frontage, and was originally intended as a Palm Court for hosting tea dances, balls and civic functions.

The Grand Pavilion hosts a variety of events throughout the year including live theatre, concerts, ballroom dancing, conferences, dances, and culminating in the ever-popular Christmas pantomime.

The Grand Pavilion is also a conference venue, and hosts civil wedding ceremonies, receptions and parties.

The main hall features a fully equipped stage, and has a theatre seating capacity of 643. The hall also boasts one of the finest sprung dance floors anywhere in South Wales. The octagonal floor is regularly used for ballroom dancing classes and tea dances.

Originally named the "lesser hall" (and subsequently the "Jubilee Room") the basement of the Pavilion houses a refurbished performance space now named "The Stage Door", which plays host to regular Comedy nights, folk and jazz nights, dance classes, theatre workshops, conferences and meetings. The Cafe Bar hosts its own series of events, such as Jazz, Chill-out sessions, Literary speaking and an Art Forum. Several metres to the west is the Seabank Hotel. "

2023: "The Grand Pavilion café is open daily from 9am. Monday to Saturday, 9am – 4pm, Sunday, 10am – 4pm"

Address

Esplanade, Porthcawl, CF36 3YW

Email

box.office@awen-wales.com

Phone

01656 815995 "We operate a telephone box office service from 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, on 01656 815995. If you would like to speak to someone outside of these hours, please email box.office@awen-wales.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Website

https://www.facebook.com/Grand.Pavilion.Porthcawl/?locale=en_GB

https://awenboxoffice.com/grand-pavilion-porthcawl

https://awenboxoffice.com/grand-pavilion-porthcawl/your-visit

Directions

"The Grand Pavilion is located on the Porthcawl seafront and is well signposted, making it easy to find:

Esplanade, Porthcawl, CF36 3YW. The nearest pay and display car park is located on Mary Street, just a few minutes walk away."

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

2023: The Grand Pavilion café is open daily from 9am. Monday to Saturday, 9am – 4pm, Sunday, 10am – 4pm

Transport

For further travel information in Wales please see: www.traveline.cymru/travel-info

Or call Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000

Amenities

café https://awenboxoffice.com/grand-pavilion-porthcawl/cafe  Monday to Saturday, 9am – 4pm, Sunday, 10am – 4pm

Theatre  https://awenboxoffice.com/bridgend-youth-theatre