Open-air theatres · London
Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre
In or near South Oxhey.
arts centre, theatre and music venue in Watford, England, in a former pump station

Bryn Holmes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Watford High Street · 0.3 km
- Free entry
About
Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre is a open-air theatre located in england london. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. arts centre, theatre and music venue in Watford, England, in a former pump station
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Official information
The Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre hosts a variety of performances including theatre, music, and comedy throughout the year. It features resident companies and visiting acts, providing a platform for local talent and community events.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Chilterns
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre is an open-air theatre located in London. It provides a venue for various performances and arts events, making it a cultural hub in the area. The theatre is known for its community-oriented programming and scenic outdoor setting, which enhances the experience of the performing arts.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6501, -0.3889
- County
- Hertfordshire
- District
- Watford
- Parish
- Watford, unparished area
- Postcode
- WD17 2JP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Watford
- Nearest railway station
- Watford High Street — 0.3 km
- Official site
- www.pumphouse.info
Sources
- wikidata: Q32676108 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre?
- Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre is in Hertfordshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode WD17 2JP), in the parish of Watford, unparished area.
- What is Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre?
- arts centre, theatre and music venue in Watford, England, in a former pump station
- How do I get to Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Watford High Street, about 0.3 km away. The nearest town is South Oxhey. Drivers can use postcode WD17 2JP.
- Is Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre a protected site?
- Yes — Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre is part of the Chilterns National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre free to visit?
- Yes, Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre is free to enter.
- How do I get to Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Watford High Street, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WD17 2JP.