Open-air theatres · Yorkshire & the Humber
Theatre Royal, Wakefield
In or near Wakefield.
Theatre Royal, Wakefield — 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
Theatre Royal, Wakefield 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. theatre in Wakefield, England
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Official information
Theatre Royal Wakefield is a historic venue that hosts a variety of performances, including plays and concerts. Visitors can enjoy a rich cultural experience in a beautifully restored setting.
Place summary
Theatre Royal, Wakefield, is an open-air theatre located in Yorkshire. It was designed by architect Frank Matcham, known for his work on numerous theatres across the UK. The venue hosts a variety of performances, contributing to the cultural landscape of the area. It serves as a notable example of early 20th-century theatre architecture.
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- Coordinates
- 53.6821, -1.5027
- District
- Wakefield
- Parish
- Wakefield, unparished area
- Postcode
- WF1 1XR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wakefield and Rothwell
- Nearest railway station
- Wakefield Westgate — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q7777441 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Theatre Royal, Wakefield?
- Theatre Royal, Wakefield is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode WF1 1XR), in the parish of Wakefield, unparished area.
- What is Theatre Royal, Wakefield?
- Theatre Royal, Wakefield — a open-air theatre in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Theatre Royal, Wakefield?
- The nearest railway station is Wakefield Westgate, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode WF1 1XR.
- How do I get to Theatre Royal, Wakefield?
- The nearest railway station is Wakefield Westgate, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WF1 1XR.