Ulster Hall (music and arts venue), Belfast, County Down BT2 7FF

Details

Accessibility

The venue features accessible toilets and entrances, as well as accessible drop off points and accessible seating spaces.  Wheelchairs users are not permitted on the floor area during standing shows due to crowd movements that may lead to the wheelchair being overturned causing potential injury to patrons.  There is ramp access to the venue to the right hand side of the front doors, at the glass porch. There is also lift access to the first floor of the Ulster Hall, which can accommodate one wheelchair user and companion. The lift has lowered control positions and speech indication and is equipped with braille signage.

There is an accessible toilet on both our ground floor and first floor. If you require access to disabled changing facilities, please let one of our team know who can assist.

For guests with a hearing impairment, there is an infra-red system in both the Ulster Hall. Customers are requested to turn their hearing aid to ‘T’ setting to enable this.  We can arrange for a BSL or ISL signer to be at the performance. We ask that you try to give eight weeks' notice to ensure that we can arrange for a signer to be present.  If you would like to request this, please contact us and let us know.

Assistance dogs are most welcome at the Ulster Hall.

Brief description

Home to music, theatre, drama, literature, sports, stand up comedy and more, The Ulster Hall is one of Northern Ireland’s most famous and celebrated cultural landmarks, having been at the heartbeat of Belfast’s arts and entertainments scene for over 150 years.

The iconic venue has hosted a galaxy of music superstars from the Rolling Stones to the Red Hot Chilli Peppers; from Van Morrison to Snow Patrol and from Led Zeppelin to AC/DC.  Kings of comedy from Billy Connolly to Tommy Tiernan have reduced packed houses to tears of laughter. Literary geniuses from Charles Dickens and James Joyce to acclaimed contemporary writers have captivated audiences with their readings and stories.

Built in 1862 the building itself is a beautiful example of Victorian architecture at its finest, and the perfect setting for the world-famous, Mulholland Grand Organ which dominates the dignified interior.

Following a full refurbishment, today it is known as Belfast's 'home of music', catering for concerts ranging from rock gigs to organ recitals. It is also home to the Ulster Orchestra and their programme of world class concerts.

Address

Ulster Hall 32 Bedford Street Belfast BT2 7FF

Email

ulsterhall@belfastcity.gov.uk

Phone

(028) 9033 4400
Website

www.ulsterhall.co.uk

Directions

On foot, starting from Belfast City Hall's front gates in the city centre, walk around the right hand side of the building, cross the road at the pedestrian crossing directly behind the City Hall, and follow Bedford Street, on your right, for 100 yards/metres. The Ulster Hall is on the left side of Bedford Street.

Opening Times

Monday - Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00

Sundays, evenings and Bank Holidays in line with the events programme.

Transport

The Ulster Hall is located in the city centre with the option of either on-street parking or using nearby car parks. The closest car parks are:

• Dublin Road, Hardcastle Street, multi-storey car park
• Great Northern Car park, Great Victoria Street, multi-storey car park.

Amenities

The Ulster Hall is surrounded by restaurants, bars, bistros and hotels.  Go to the Visit Belfast website for extensive list of choices:  https://visitbelfast.com/plan/