Open-air theatres · East of England
Hippodrome Theatre
In or near Belstead.
Hippodrome Theatre — a open-air theatre in england east.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ipswich · 0.7 km
About
Hippodrome Theatre is a open-air theatre located in england east. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. former cinema in Ipswich, England
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Suffolk Coast & Heaths
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Hippodrome Theatre is an open-air theatre located in the East of England. Designed by architect Frank Matcham, it showcases a distinctive architectural style typical of his work. The theatre serves as a venue for various performances, providing an outdoor setting for entertainment. Its historical significance and design make it a notable landmark in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0548, 1.1526
- County
- Suffolk
- District
- Ipswich
- Parish
- Ipswich, unparished area
- Postcode
- IP1 1TP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ipswich
- Nearest railway station
- Ipswich — 0.7 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q41487404 (CC0)
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Where to eat & stay near Hippodrome Theatre
Places to stay
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Belstead Brook Hotel
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Hallowtree Scout Activity Centre
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Ipswich Hotel
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📷 5Campsites · East of England
Tomcat Farm Caravan Services
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Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · East of England
16, St Nicholas Street
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📷 7Historic pubs · East of England
Half Moon and Star
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📷 7Historic pubs · East of England
The Margaret Catchpole Public House
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📷 5Historic pubs · East of England
The Suffolk Punch
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hippodrome Theatre?
- Hippodrome Theatre is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode IP1 1TP), in the parish of Ipswich, unparished area.
- What is Hippodrome Theatre?
- Hippodrome Theatre — a open-air theatre in england east.
- How do I get to Hippodrome Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Ipswich, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode IP1 1TP.
- Is Hippodrome Theatre a protected site?
- Yes — Hippodrome Theatre is part of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Hippodrome Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Ipswich, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IP1 1TP.