Grand Theatre Open Day
Blackpool Grand Theatre, 33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1HT
Do you have a passion for amazing architecture and fascinating theatrical history?
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to be given unrivalled access to Blackpool Grand's glorious Grade II* listed building, which is not normally open for the public to view at their leisure.
Please note – this is not a guided tour but is an incredible opportunity to step inside and gaze in wonder at Matcham’s Victorian masterpiece as they observe the cantilevered tiers or circles, boxes and pit – and the complete visibility of every seat in this atmospheric house. Visitors will revel in the stunning scenery in the theatre’s spectacular auditorium, which was meticulously crafted by flamboyant architect Frank Matcham and opened on the 23rd of July 1894 at a time when theatre building and Matcham's work was at their height. The Grand was built in just nine months at a cost of £20,000.
Three FREE 30-minute tours will also be on offer during the morning at 10am, 11am & 12 noon – maximum of 20 people – and MUST be booked in advance. Search catalogue for Grand Theatre Heritage Tours for booking information.
Refreshments are also available in the Stalls Bar from 10am to 2pm.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1000-1400
Location & directions
Blackpool Grand Theatre, 33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1HT
- Contact on day:
- Blackpool Grand Theatre
- Telephone number:
- +441253290190
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
PDA - access into theatre’s box office at the front of the building. There are several stairs (railings on both sides of stairs) and also an accessible lift for wheelchairs etc leading from the box office down to the auditorium. Level access is available to the auditorium via Matcham’s Bar at the rear of the theatre. The stalls area is fully accessible (the floor is sloped). The stage/stalls areas are fully accessible; other seating areas/levels are reached via stairs. Please make yourself known to box office before entering the auditorium if booked on a guided tour.
