Open-air theatres · Yorkshire & the Humber
Playhouse
In or near Wakefield.
Playhouse — a open-air theatre in england yorkshire.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Wakefield Westgate · 0.2 km
About
Playhouse is a open-air theatre located in england yorkshire. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. former cinema and theatre in Wakefield, England, now a nightclub
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Place summary
The Playhouse is an open-air theatre located in Yorkshire. It offers a unique outdoor performance space, allowing audiences to enjoy a variety of theatrical productions in a natural setting. The venue is known for its seasonal programming that often features classic and contemporary works. Visitors can expect a lively atmosphere, enhanced by the surrounding landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 53.6822, -1.5022
- District
- Wakefield
- Parish
- Wakefield, unparished area
- Postcode
- WF1 1XQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wakefield and Rothwell
- Nearest railway station
- Wakefield Westgate — 0.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q31941715 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Playhouse?
- Playhouse is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode WF1 1XQ), in the parish of Wakefield, unparished area.
- What is Playhouse?
- Playhouse — a open-air theatre in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Playhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Wakefield Westgate, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode WF1 1XQ.
- How do I get to Playhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Wakefield Westgate, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WF1 1XQ.