Open-air theatres · South East England
Congress Theatre
In or near Westham.
Congress Theatre — a open-air theatre in england south east.
PAUL FARMER — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Eastbourne · 0.8 km
About
Congress Theatre is a open-air theatre located in england south east. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. theatre in Eastbourne, England
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Official information
The Congress Theatre is a prominent venue in Eastbourne, hosting a variety of live entertainment events including musicals, plays, and concerts. Visitors can enjoy performances from renowned productions and artists throughout the year.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Seaford to Beachy Head SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Congress Theatre is an open-air theatre located in Eastbourne, South-East England. Established in 1963, it serves as a venue for various performances and events throughout the year. The theatre is owned by the local authority, providing a cultural hub for the community and visitors alike. Its outdoor setting allows for a unique experience in the warmer months.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7628, 0.2834
- County
- East Sussex
- District
- Eastbourne
- Parish
- Eastbourne, unparished area
- Postcode
- BN21 4EF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Eastbourne
- Established
- 1963
- Nearest railway station
- Eastbourne — 0.8 km
- Official site
- www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q5160834 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Congress Theatre?
- Congress Theatre is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN21 4EF), in the parish of Eastbourne, unparished area.
- What is Congress Theatre?
- Congress Theatre — a open-air theatre in england south east.
- How do I get to Congress Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Eastbourne, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode BN21 4EF.
- When was Congress Theatre built?
- Built or established in 1963.
- Who owns Congress Theatre?
- Congress Theatre is owned by Eastbourne.
- Is Congress Theatre a protected site?
- Yes — Congress Theatre is part of the Seaford to Beachy Head SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Congress Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Eastbourne, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN21 4EF.