Open-air theatres · East Midlands
Castle Theatre
In or near Great Harrowden.
Castle Theatre — a open-air theatre in england west midlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Wellingborough · 0.9 km
- Free entry
About
Castle Theatre is a open-air theatre located in england west midlands. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. theatre in Wellingborough, England
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Official information
Castle Theatre is a vibrant theatre and cinema located in Wellingborough, built on the site of a former cattle market. It hosts a variety of performances from professional touring companies and community groups, providing entertainment for visitors of all ages.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Castle Theatre is an open-air theatre located in the West Midlands, established in 1995. Owned by Wellingborough, it hosts a variety of performances in a scenic outdoor setting. Visitors can expect a diverse programme that typically includes plays, musicals, and community events throughout the warmer months. The venue's design allows for an immersive experience in a natural environment.
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- Coordinates
- 52.3000, -0.6880
- District
- North Northamptonshire
- Parish
- Wellingborough
- Postcode
- NN8 1XA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wellingborough and Rushden
- Phone
- 01933 270 007
- Established
- 1995
- Nearest railway station
- Wellingborough — 0.9 km
- Official site
- castletheatre.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q7721584 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castle Theatre?
- Castle Theatre is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NN8 1XA), in the parish of Wellingborough.
- What is Castle Theatre?
- Castle Theatre — a open-air theatre in england west midlands.
- How do I get to Castle Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Wellingborough, about 0.9 km away. The nearest town is Great Harrowden. Drivers can use postcode NN8 1XA.
- When was Castle Theatre built?
- Built or established in 1995.
- Who owns Castle Theatre?
- Castle Theatre is owned by Wellingborough.
- Is Castle Theatre a protected site?
- Yes — Castle Theatre is part of the Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Castle Theatre free to visit?
- Yes, Castle Theatre is free to enter.
- How do I get to Castle Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Wellingborough, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NN8 1XA.