Open-air theatres · East of England
New Wolsey Theatre
In or near Belstead.
New Wolsey Theatre — a open-air theatre in england east.
Christopher Hilton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ipswich · 0.9 km
About
New Wolsey 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. theatre in Ipswich, England
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Official information
The New Wolsey Theatre is a vibrant venue located in Ipswich, offering a diverse range of performances and events. It aims to provide an inclusive experience for all visitors, with various accessible facilities and programs available.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Suffolk Coast & Heaths
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The New Wolsey Theatre is an open-air theatre located in the East of England, established in 1979. Designed by architect Roderick Ham, it is known for its modernist style and community-focused programming. The venue hosts a variety of performances, including drama, musicals, and local productions, catering to diverse audiences.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0587, 1.1482
- County
- Suffolk
- District
- Ipswich
- Parish
- Ipswich, unparished area
- Postcode
- IP1 2AS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ipswich
- Phone
- 01473 295900
- Established
- 1979
- Nearest railway station
- Ipswich — 0.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q7012459 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is New Wolsey Theatre?
- New Wolsey Theatre is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode IP1 2AS), in the parish of Ipswich, unparished area.
- What is New Wolsey Theatre?
- New Wolsey Theatre — a open-air theatre in england east.
- How do I get to New Wolsey Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Ipswich, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode IP1 2AS.
- When was New Wolsey Theatre built?
- Built or established in 1979. Designed by Roderick Ham.
- Is New Wolsey Theatre a protected site?
- Yes — New Wolsey Theatre is part of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to New Wolsey Theatre?
- The nearest railway station is Ipswich, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IP1 2AS.