Venues
We have a great range of venues available for performers and artists to choose from and we've set them out here, along with contact details and other information that will prove useful to both Fringe entrants and audiences.
Entrants to the Fringe are required to choose and book their own venues paying booking fees direct to the venues.
This list has most venues that have been used during the Fringe. It is a work in progress in terms of the detail. The venues map shows where they are. Outdoor (including Busking spots) and Out of Town venues are listed separately at the end. This venue list is not exhaustive and entrants are at liberty to find new venues for themselves, for example private houses have sometimes been used for exhibitions in the past.
For queries from entrants: Send Message to Venues Liaison
PLEASE NOTE THAT:
Underground at The Clubhouse - IS NOW UNDERGROUND AT THE SPRINGS (venue 10 below)
Please go to www.underthefringe.com for full details
Contact: hello@underthefringe.com
Licences and Temporary Event Notices
Please note that where copyright music is used some type of licence is likely to be needed from Phonographic Performance Ltd/Performing Rights Society for Music (PPL/PRS). Venues and performers will have an opportunity to discuss how they meet any relevant legal requirements during the venue booking process. This link may be of interest:
https://pplprs.co.uk/business/live-music-festivals-concert-venues/
Some venues may not have applied for an event licence. If this is the case a Temporary Event Notice can be obtained from High Peak Borough Council. This is obtained by the entrant and costs £21. The venue may contribute to this. The form is 5 pages long but not complicated and needs to be returned at least 10 days before the event.
To enquire whether a venue has a licence, email licensing@highpeak.gov.uk
To find out more about Temporary Event Notices, go to https://www.highpeak.gov.uk/article/240/Temporary-event-notice-TEN
From the High Peak Borough Council website you can apply online, or download a pdf of the application form.
Paul Jackson, Licensing Officer, paul.jackson@highpeak.gov.uk - HPBC main switchboard 0345 1297777
01 Bath Road Church Centre
Address: Bath Rd, Buxton SK17 6HJ
Capacity: 60
Description: Room of 14m x 11m with tiny stage. Kitchen available.
Additional Information: Please be aware that this is a heavily used space, and would not be suitable for anyone trying to do a run of performances and leave stuff.
Accessibility: There is wheelchair access on a path that narrows to 31 inches. There are six steps down into the hall area, with two handrails.
Toilets: Accessible toilet and baby-changing facilities.
Parking: Pay and display parking available on the Market Place.
Charges: £22 per hour, or charities with a registered charity number, £14 per hour
Contact: Jennie Parker 01298 77856 buxtonparish@hotmail.com
02 Buxton Community School
Address: College Road, Buxton, SK17 9EA
02a Buxton Community School - Drama Studio
02b Buxton Community School - Dance Studio
Capacity:
Description: The dance studio is a purpose-built space 20m x 20m with a sprung floor and one fully mirrored wall. Seating can be arranged.
Additional Information: Both spaces are in use during the school day and is generally available from 5pm and at weekends.
Accessibility: Disabled access i.e. ramps and chair lifts throughout the school.
Toilets: Accessible toilets are available.
Parking: Car parking available from the College Road entrance..
Charges: Price on application - both access and charges are negotiable, particularly if performances/workshops for the school can be offered.
Contact: Sandi.Flint@buxton.derbyshire.sch.uk
Lorraine.Cushnie@buxton.derbyshire.sch.uk
06 Buxton Methodist Church
Address: Chapel Street, SK17 6HX
The Methodist Church is situated on the Market Place. Inside, there are two spaces available during the Fringe period. Both spaces have access to tea-making facilities. Alcohol and gambling are not permitted on our premises. During the week of the fair bookings are not taken due to noise disturbance. Funfair dates for 2024 are Wednesday 10th-Sunday 14th July inclusive.
06a Buxton Methodist Church - Church
Capacity: Maximum 200 using moveable seating.
Description: This is a large space with a balcony and raised chancel area (stage) suitable for music performances.
Dimensions - 10m x 15m plus 8m x 5m (chancel area).
Additional Information: There are fixed lights to the chancel area and a PA system with a wired and a radio mic. A good grand piano is available for an additional charge*. Access to tea-making facilities by arrangement.
Groups considering the Church as a venue for speech and drama should discuss the acoustics with the venue directly before confirming a booking.
Accessibility: Access via a wheelchair ramp or steps. Induction loop system.
Toilets: Accessible toilet also available
Charges: £52 per hour Piano hire *: £35 per booking
PLEASE NOTE that no bookings can be taken for the duration of the Buxton funfair 10th-14th July 2024 inclusive.
06b Buxton Methodist Church - Church Hall
Capacity: Maximum 100.
Additional Information: A good upright piano is available but there is no specialist performance equipment. Access to tea-making facilities. by arrangement.
Dimensions - 13.5m x 8.5m
Accessibility: Fully accessible.
Toilets: An accessible toilet is on this floor.
Charges: £30 per hour
Please note that no bookings can be taken for the duration of the Buxton funfair - Wednesday 10th - Sunday 14th July 2024 inclusive.
Parking: There is pay and display parking adjacent to the church except during the week of the fair. Performers may be able to park on church property by arrangement.
Contact: Helen Whaley 01298 27065 e-mail: bookings@buxtonmethodist.co.uk www.buxtonmethodistchurch.org.uk
10 - Underground at the Springs
Address: The Springs shoppping centre, Buxton SK17 6DF
Capacity: tbc - roughly 50 (larger options may be available on request)
Description: Underground is an award-winning venue group now in their 19th year at the Buxton Fringe. Each year we host over 130 performances of 60+ shows, all-day, every-day, to 3,500-4,500 audience.
In 2024, we launch our most excitng project yet: converting a retail unit in Buxton's Spring Gardens shopping centre into a fully-equipped Fringe theatre. returning live performance to Buxton's main shopping district for the first time in 200 years.
Additional Information: Exact details of the theatre are still being finalised, but it will be a fully-equipped Fringe theatre with theatre, sound and projection facilities, and storage set, props, costume etc. Stage roughly 3m x 4m. It is sutiable for all theatre, comedy and music acts, apart from large-scale or large-cast productions. Underground may have other options for larger-scale work so do get in touch.
As a manged venue, Underground provide not only a fully equipped performance space but also help and advice in the run-up and during the Fringe. They actively curate a balanced programme of shows from different genres and backgrounds, with a particular focus on theatre, new writing, stand-up comedy, family shows, and art forms or voices under-represented in the North West.
Accessibility: The venue will be fully accessible. The stage may have a small step up. Assistance dogs are welcome. Complimentary tickets are available to carers. Other access requests are welcomed.
Toilets: tbc
Parking: pay and display in nearby car parks, or free a few minutes walk away.
Entrants must apply through Underground's website - www.underthefringe.com - rather than registering with the Fringe.
Applications are now open - acts can apply any time until 10th April - but we recommend before 28th March for the best availabliity.
www.underthefringe.com
facebook.com/underthefringe
twitter.com/underthefringe
Contact: hello@underthefringe.com
11 Scrivener's Bookshop
Address: 42 High St, Buxton SK17 6HB
Capacity: There is room on the first floor for a single performer, or a small group of performers, with an audience of up to twelve.
Description: Scivener's is a Second-hand and Antiquarian bookshop on five floors.
Additonal Information: We've had exhibitions, bands, book-signings, storytellers, theatre (seated and promenade) and we're always willing to try something new!
Accessibility: Unfortunately there is no wheelchair access. Step to front door and steep staircases within.
Toilet: Yes
Parking: Pay and display at the Market Place, some street parking.
Charges: Negotiated to cover staff costs.
Contact: Teresa Roper 01298 73100 or books@scrivenersbooks.co.uk
23 The Old Courthouse
23a Buxton Brewery Tap House
Address: The Old Court House, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6AY
Capacity: 100
Description: Buxton Brewery Tap House opened its doors in 2013. The bar has 14 kegs taps and 4 cask taps, each one dedicated to beer from the local Buxton Brewery. It also stocks a wide selection of wines, cockails, spirits and a variety of hot and soft drinks.
Additional Information: Buxton Brewery Tap House has a big open space with floor to ceiling, street side windows. To the rear of the building there are also large french windows that look out towards the Crescent Hotel. It will suit as a great environment for live music and can cater for large-ish musical acts - 4 band members maximum. Our kitchen reopened in September 2023 so we offer a range of burgers, small plates and sandwiches from 12pm-9pm. No need to book.
Please note, we are a non-ticketed venue. Visits are warmly welcomed.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Toilets: Accessible toilet
Parking: Pay and display car parking is available just outside the venue, Pavilion Gardens Car Park, the Market Place and in front of The Old Hall Hotel. Parking is free after 6pm.
Contact:Tap House 01298 214085, email: contact@buxtonbrewery.co.uk
23b Buxton Brewery Cellar Bar
Address: The Old Court House, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6AY
Capacity: 40
Description: Buxton Brewery Cellar will suit as a great environment for a variety of live music. A characterful setting, it boasts beautiful open brickwork, arched ceilings, large windows and an outdoor seating area.
Additional Information: Performances are welcomed mid-week, from any time after 7pm. Please note, we are a non-ticketed venue. Visits are warmly welcomed.
Buxton Brewery Cellar opened its doors in 2018. The bar has 10 kegs taps and 4 cask taps, each one dedicated to beer from the local Buxton Brewery. It also sells a selection of local wines and spirits as well as soft drinks
Accessibility: Our venue is fully wheelchair accessible.
Toilets: Accessible toilet
Parking: Pay and display car parking is available just outside the venue, Pavilion Gardens Car Park, the Market Place and in front of The Old Hall Hotel. Parking is free after 6pm.
Contact:Tap House 01298 214085, email: contact@buxtonbrewery.co.uk
32 The Palace Hotel
Address: Palace Rd, Buxton SK17 6AG.
Capacity: Theatre capacity from 20 to 350. Cabaret capacity from 10 to 220.
Description: Historic hotel with 187 bedrooms, gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna, beauty rooms, restaurant, lounge/bar & Conservatory with afternoon tea & bar menu available all day.
Additional Information: Six function rooms ranging from 56.4 metres square to 404 metres square. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Accessibility: Ramp access into the building. Ground floor fully wheelchair accessible, all but one function room is on the ground floor. Lift access to the majority of bedrooms.
Toilets: Accessible toilet is located in the main hotel reception.
Parking: Car park with 122 spaces (complimentary parking for customers attending events).
Charges: Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Contact: The Events Team tel: 01298 767008 email: sales753@theelitevenueselection.co.uk
33 Pavilion Gardens
Address: St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6XN.
The Pavilion Gardens complex is adjacent to the Opera House.
Accessibility: Access indoors is level throughout, with accessible toilets, except for the first floor Art Cafe. There is a wheelchair lift up to the Pavilion Arts Centre foyer.
Toilets: Accessible toilets in Pavilion Arts Centre and Pavilion Kitchen. We have a fully accessible Changing Places toilet in the complex.
We are very supportive of the Fringe and would be very happy to welcome any performers who would like to use the the promenade (pre-booking is required) for performances advertising their shows.
Plesse note that this outdoor space will not be available on 8th July 2023 (Carnival day). We have a full ptogramme of events during July and performers may need to be flexible about location and timings to accommodate other activities taking place.
For further details please contact the Fringe
Our building has undergone a major refurbishment so pop into our new Pavilion Kitchen or Tea Rooms for some refreshment or visit our new Retail Arcade.
Looking forward to seeing you in July.
Contact: pavilion.gardens@parkwood-leisure.co.uk
33a The Bandstand (see Outdoor Venues)
Used in the summer for brass band concerts, performances and civil weddings.
34 Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park
Address: Green Lane, Buxton SK17 9DH
Situated half a mile south of the town centre along Green Lane or Temple Rd.
34a The Cave
Capacity: For comfort and safety, audiences should not exceed 30 persons, but suits promenade performances.
Description: The Cavern holds guided heritage and educational tours of up to 30 people at a time. Tours are around 50 minutes in duration and operate at 20 minute intervals each day.There is an online booking system for tours. The cavern therefore is not suitable for daytime performances.
Additional Information: The cavern can be hired for evening performances up to 9pm. The cavern lighting is pre-programmed for the heritage tours. This cannot be altered for bespoke performances.
The cavern contains a seasonal stream which is normally not present in summer but can flow after heavy rain, this makes the cavern a very noisy environment. The cavern is a constant 7 degrees Celsius with high humidity and rain drips constantly. String and woodwind instruments may be difficult to keep in tune and audience comfort should be considered with event duration, 1 hour approx.
Accessibility: The venue is an active natural limestone cave and therefore has associated hurdles to overcome. A well-maintained level path stretches to the end of the cavern with unassisted wheelchair access to the Main Chamber, approx. one third of the way in. There are a total of 26 steps but not all in one place.
Toilets: There are ground-level toilets available in the Visitor Centre, including an accessible toilet.
Parking: Free designated parking is available for disabled visitors. Pay and Display car park on site.
34c The Visitor Centre
Capacity: Can seat up to 50 people.
Description: The café area of the visitor centre can be hired for evening performances and is suitable for musical or spoken word events.
Additional Information: Seating can be arranged to suit the performer.
Accessibility: The cafe is on the ground floor and is fully accessible to wheelchairs.
Toilets: There are ground-level toilets available in the Visitor Centre, including an accessible toilet.
Parking: Free designated parking is available for disabled visitors. Pay and Display car park on site.
94 The Country Park - Grinlow Woods
Description: The woodland trails cover 100 acres of woodland with several possible circular or linear routes for storytelling or acrobatic performances.
Additional Information: The woodland has free public access and public rights of way which must not be obstructed. A school room at the visitor centre may be used for workshops or reception/ticketing for woodland events. Suitable for daytime or evening events of up to 25.
Accessibility: The woodland trails start from the car park at Poole's Cavern. The woods are on a hill which rises 100m from car park to summit. There are steps and steep sections of path on most routes.
Parking: Free dedicated parking is available for disabled visitors. Pay and Display car park on site.
Toilets: There are ground-level toilets including an accessible toilet in the Visitor Centre. These are open from 9.30am to 5pm daily.
Charges: Vary depending on type of performance, above/below ground etc.
Contact: James Acton 01298 26978 manager@poolescavern.co.uk
Web: http://www.poolescavern.co.uk
39 - St Anne's Community Centre
Address: Hardwick Square West, Buxton SK17 6PX
Description: The Centre is close to Buxton Town Centre with private car parking and good access to public car parking and public transport. It has WiFi throughout. There are several rooms for hire, with associated Terms & Conditions e.g. having Public Liability Insurance and putting tables/chairs back as you found them - trestle tables - 180 cm long, 60 cm wide.
A dedicated website details the rooms available and takes bookings and enquiries - wwwstannescommunitycentrebuxton.co.uk
39a Main Hall
Capacity: 80 comfortably round trestle tables
Ground floor - 17 m long, 6.1 m wide, 4.3 m high
Suitable for meetings, birthday parties, social events. Large shuttered hatch kitchen access, trestle tables and chairs, large pull-down projection screen. PA system with hearing loop, curtained side-windows (3 roof windows are not shuttered)
39b Hardwick Room
Capacity: 24 seated
Ground floor - 9.6 m long, 3.8 m wide, 3.2 m high
Chairs can be arranged theatre-style or around trestle tables, small hatch kitchen access, hearing loop system (table-top cable mike). whiteboard, emergency fire escape
Kitchen
Ground flooor - 4.1 m long, 3.5 m wide, 2,3 m high
Water boiler (tea/coffee making). 6-ring gas stove with large oven, microwave, commercial dishwasher, crockery/cutlery, sink washing-up facilities, hatches to Main Hall and Hardwick Room
39c Nano Nagle Room 1
Capacity: 20 seated
Upstairs - 8.1 m long, 4.1 m wide, 2.7 m high
Suitable for smaller events or meetings, tables/chairs can be rearranged, whiteboard
39d Nano Nagle Room 2
Upstairs - 9.6 m long, 4.1 m wide, 2.7 m high
Projection room - pull-down projection screen, can be used for meetings/events, tables/chairs can be arranged as needed, emergency fire escape stair.
Both rooms have access to a small kitchenette that separates them (limited tea/coffee making facilities)
Accessibility: All ground floor rooms are accessible by wheelchairs. The upstairs rooms are accessed by a steep narrow staircase, not suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
Toilets: Public toilets are on the ground floor with an accessible toilet for wheelchairs (has baby-changing facilities).
Charges: Main Hall £20/hr, Hardwick Room £17/hr, Nano Nagle 1 and Nano Nagle 2 (either) £16.50/hr
Contact: wwwstannescommunitycentrebuxton.co.uk
40 St John's Church
Address: St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6XN
Capacity: 200-400
Description: This beautiful church has a 40ft by 20ft performance area which can be extended (but this would reduce audience capacity).
Additional Information: A certain amount of staging is available to hire for performances. There are options for both flat platforms and also tiered seating (for performers only - not audience). There is a piano for hire (plus charge for tuning if required) and a Wm Hill Organ available. There is also a kitchen preparation area.
Its wonderful acoustic makes it the perfect venue for the broadcast Festival masses.
Some dates during the Buxton International Festival and the Buxton Festival Fringe may be available, Please enquire.
Accessibility: Ramp up to level floor.
Toilets: Toilets at ground floor level.
Parking: Pay and Display car park opposite, accessed from Burlington Road, some on-street parking.
Charges:
1. For concerts and other events with an afternoon rehearsal or the equivalent when the hire commences no earlier than 1pm and finishes no later than 11pm (including setting up and clearing up time) £450
2. For concerts and other events with a paying audience when the total duration of the hire does not exceed 3 hours £220 Any additional time will be charged at the rate of £25 per half hour or part thereof.
3. Educational or participatory events, where services are provided to children of school age and where there is no paying audience £30 per hour.
4. The charge for any other hires, not falling within the above categories, are by negotiation with the Churchwardens, through the Booking Officer.
Contact: Mrs Jennie Parker 01298 77856 buxtonparish@hotmail.com
41 St Mary's Church
Address: Dale Road, Buxton SK17 6LN
Capacity: 200 people in pews and the choir stalls.
Description: This beautiful Grade II listed, Arts and Crafts-stye church was built in 1917. It is suitable for music and drama performances.
Additional Information: The Church has a PA system with stand/hand-held microphones and wifi. There are two separate vestries which can be used to store equipment or for rehearsals, plus an organ and a piano.
Accessibilty: Wheelchair access and a hearing loop.
Toilets: New toilets, including an accessible one, will be installed in Spring 2024.
Parking: A small car park, plus local on-street parking.
Charges: £28 per hour
Contact: Jill Hulme tel: 07913278514 email: jlhpr@talktalk.net
42 St Peter's Church and Hall
Address:
Church: North Road, Buxton SK17 7EA
St Peter's Church is about 15 minutes walk from the Spring Gardens shopping centre SK17 6DF, up the hill that is Fairfield Road (the north-bound A6).
Hall: St Peter's Rd, Buxton SK17 7DX
42a St Peter's Church: Church
Capacity: 200 in pews.
Description: The church is suitable for music and drama performances.
Toilets: Available
Charges: £15 per hour
Contact: Mrs Marion Wright tel: 01298 938619 email: marionwright716@gmail.com
42b St Peter's Church: Hall
Description: The Church Hall is approx. 50 feet long and 25 feet wide and has a stage. It is suitable for rehearsals and/or performances.
Accesibility: The hall is accessible.
Toilets: Three toilets available.
Charges: £15 per hour.
Contact: Mrs Christine Tunnicliffe 01298 22429
Website: www.stpetersfairfield.org.uk
We have a facebook page for the church: www.facebook.com/stpetersfairfield
53 Burbage Institute
Address: Nursery Lane, Buxton SK17 6UL
Capacity: Maximum capacity in the building is 100. There is a main hall which has a stage with curtains and there is also a 2nd smaller room.
Description: The hall is a large room where a variety of arrangements of performance areas are possible.
Additional Information: There is a kitchen. Please note that the Institute is heavily used and is not usually available except for weekends or the odd day/evening.
Accessibility: All areas accessible.
Toilets: Several toilets
Parking: Very limited on-street only in this residential area. Please park considerately.
Charges: £12.50 per hour
Contact: enquiries@burbageinstitute.org.uk
Website: burbageinstitute.org.uk
55 United Reformed Church
Address: Hardwick Square East, Buxton SK17 6PT
A few minutes walk from the Opera House. Three rooms are available for hire with use of kitchen.
United Reformed Church - 55a - Purple Room
Church Description: 7m x 15m Fully carpeted. Movable chairs. Raised dais at end. Fully restored 19th century Broadwood grand piano - said to be 'the best piano in Buxton'. Good acoustic. Also Yamaha Clavinova.
Additional Information: 50 comfortable chairs and 40 plastic stacking chairs are flexibly available. Front of house and backstage can be organised separately for each room. Copy of letting conditions available on website: www.buxtonurc.org.uk
Accessiblity: We have wheelchair access into the small hall/coffee room which can be used as an access route for other rooms, providing the room is not in use.
Toilets: An accessible toilet is available.
Parking: Free parking outside the church evenings and weekends. Nearest car park at Market Square or The Slopes.
Charges: £22 per hour. £5 towards piano tuning for use of Broadwood grand piano.
United Reformed Church - 55b - Main Hall (Green Room)
Description: 8m x 9m
Additional Information: 50 comfortable chairs and 40 plastic stacking chairs are flexibly available. Front of house and backstage can be organised separately for each room. Copy of letting conditions available on request. Upright piano
Accessiblity: We have wheelchair access into the small hall/coffee room which can be used as an access route for other rooms, providing the room is not in use.
Toilets: An accessible toilet is available.
Parking: Free parking outside the church evenings and weekends. Nearest car park at Market Square or The Slopes.
Charges: £22 per hour.
.
United Reformed Church - 55c - Small Hall (Coffee Room)
Description: 11m x 4m
Additional Information: 50 comfortable chairs and 40 plastic stacking chairs are flexibly available. Front of house and backstage can be organised separately for each room. Copy of letting conditions available on request. Upright piano
Accessiblity: We have wheelchair access into this room.
Toilets: An accessible toilet is available.
Parking: Free parking outside the church evenings and weekends. Nearest car park at Market Square or The Slopes.
Charges: £15 per hour.
Contact: Lesley Caddy: Email BuxtonURClettings@gmail.com or go to church website www.buxtonurc.org.uk.
59 - The Buxton Crescent Experience
Address: The Crescent, Buxton SK17 6BQ
Capacity: 30
Description: The magnificent Grade I Crescent was constructed in 1789. On the Ground Floor and Basement are 9 rooms that host the Buxton Crescent Experience visitor attraction. These rooms provide a range of intimate, atmospheric and interesting settings for performers, from sloping roofs to hot air balloons! This inspiring heritage venue is the heart of Buxton, within walking distance of the railway station, the Opera House and the Pavilion Gardens. Great central location within the Ensana Buxton Crescent Hotel.
30 sq. metres of floor space: theatre, boardroom, horseshoe, classroom and cabaret style set up possible.
Additional Information: Three trestle tables, projector screen and laptop, sound system (MP3 players). 2 plug sockets. Small annex/store room. Music licence held by Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust.
Please note that the Experience is open daily during the Fringe Festival between 10.30am - 4.00pm as a visitor attraction. It is available for hire for early morning and evening events.
Accessibility: Internal lift and ramps as appropriate
Toilets: Accessible toilet
Parking: Pay and display parking nearby, Pavilion Gardens car park.
Charges: These are negotiable, depending on the length and type of event. Do please contact us on the email below to discuss this.
Contact us on hello@buxtoncrescenttrust,org to chat about a possible booking,
74 Underground at the Arts Centre Studio
Address: St John's Road / Water Street, Buxton, SK17 6XNCapacity: 93
Description: Underground is an award-winning venue group now in their 18th year at the Buxton Fringe.
Additional Information: As a managed venue, Underground provide not only a fully equipped performance space but also help and advice in the run-up and during the Fringe. They actively curate a balanced programme of shows from different genres and backgrounds, with a particular focus on theatre, new writing, stand-up comedy, family shows, and art forms or voices under-represented in the North West.
The Arts Centre Studio is a state-of-the-art studio theatre, built in 2011. As the studio for the Buxton Opera House it offers opportunities for larger scale theatre, comedy and dance, with large cast or set, or needing greater technical capabilities or greater audience capacity.
Playing space is approx. 6m x 5m with movable hanging tabs for flexible entrances or more performance area. Tiered theatre seating in an end-on formation. Full theatre lighting and sound capabilities and projection are all available. Dressing rooms below stage and storage space available.
Accessibility: Step-free access from street level to box oand ffice, theatre and bar. Seats on the front row are easily removable for wheelchairs or other access needs. Step-free access to the stage for performers, although the dressing rooms for performers are below the stage, down a flight of stairs.
Assistance dogs are welcome in the theatre. Complimentary tickets are available to carers/helpers. Other access requests are welcomed.
Toilets: Accessible toilets available with step-free access.
Parking: In the nearby Pavilion Gardens car-park (free after 6pm) or on St John's Road. Other free parking a short walk away. Unloading possible outside the venue.
Entrants must apply through Underground's website - www.underthefringe.com - rather than registering with the Fringe.
Applications will open in February and be open until Tuesday 19th March. Acts will hear if they have secured a place before the end of March.
We can still accept applications after 19th March, but will have less availability.
www.underthefringe.comfacebook.com/underthefringe
twitter.com/underthefringe
Contact: info@underthefringe.uk
75 - The Cafe at The Green Pavilion
Address: 4-6 Terrace Road, Buxton, SK17 6TY
Capacity: 40 seated inside and 40 seated outside
Description: Our cafe is a comfy cosy place to relax. From 9 - 5 you can enjoy seasonal fresh food prepared in-house. Salads and cakes are our speciality! We have a mixture of comfy sofas and tables with seating. We are split over 2 rooms. We are licensed, and can provide food and hot and cold drinks when space hired. Please contact us to discuss. We can provide our venue with or without staff.
Additional Information: Ideal for small cosy gatherings, open book, open mike or poetry
Accessibility: There is one step up into the cafe
Toilet: There is a toilet on site.
Parking: Nearest parking is at the Town Hall, Waitrose or the parking bays nearby
Charges: £15-£35 per hour depending on staff required
Contact: Jo Connolly, 07964168515, hello@greenpavilioncafe.co.uk
79 Buxton Conservative Club
Address: 3/5 Concert Place, Buxton, SK17 6EE
Capacity: The Function Room accommodates 45 - 100 people depending on the type of event
Description: The Conservative Club is situated close to the Market Place. Please telephone for availability.
Additional Information: We have a built-in Bose sound system. There is an artistes changing room with toilet. We have a licensed bar, but extra staff would be charged for.
Accessibiliity: There is a small step within the Function Room.
Parking: Pay and Display car parking on the Market Place. Limited on-street parking.
Charges: £10 per hour
Contact: Sue Tilson 01298 23157 during licensing hours 11am-3pm or 7pm-11pm Email: buxtonconservativeclub@gmail.com
84 The Pump Room
Address: The Crescent, Buxton SK17 6BQ
Capacity: 80
Description: The Grade II listed Victorian Pump Room opposite the magnificent Grade I Crescent was constructed in 1894. This light and inspiring heritage venue is in the heart of Buxton, within walking distance of the railway station, the Opera House and the Pavilion Gardens. Great central location just in front of the Ensana Buxton Crescent Hotel.
90 sq. metres of floor space: theatre, boardroom, horseshoe, classroom and cabaret style set up possible.
Additional Information: Three trestle tables, projector screen and laptop, sound system (MP3 players), 14 plug sockets. Small annex/store room. Sunken oval pool at rear of space. Music licence held by Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust.
Please note that the Pump Room is open daily during the Fringe between 10am-4.30pm as a Visitor Centre and shop. It is available for hire for evening events.
During the Fringe some 20 minute daytime slots will be available for taster performances. Fringe performers can contact the email below to discuss these. All slots must be pre-booked and amplification will not be possible for these tasters.There is no charge for performers or audiences. Ther content of these performances must reflect the fact that the general public will be accessing the tasters.
Accessibility: Two large main entrances opposite the Crescent.
Toilets: Accessible toilet.
Parking: Pay and display parking nearby, Pavilion Gardens car park.
Charges:These are negotiable, depending on the length and type of event. Do please contact us on the email below to discuss this.
Contact us on hello@buxtoncrescenttrust.org to chat about a possible booking.
85 Christ Church, Burbage
Address: St John's Road, Buxton, SK17 6WX
Capacity: 150
Description: Christ Church is an atmospheric space with excellent acoustics, especially suitable for musical concerts, recitals, spoken word events or exhibitions. It has been host to many successful brass band concerts. Audience capacity is up to 200 seated on fixed pews. No specialist lighting. Movable microphones available. There is provision for making hot drinks by arrangement.
Accessibility: Wheelchair access throughout public areas; cars can drop off at the door. Hearing induction loop.
Toilets: Adapted toilet with wide door.
Parking: Limited parking on site. Street parking in surrounding residential area - please park considerately.
Charges: On application.
Contact: Anne Wood Tel. 01298 938152 Email anne.keith.wood@talktalk.net
86 The Green Man Gallery
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE GROUND FLOOR GALLERY (86a) IS FULLY BOOKED FOR FRINGE 2024. THERE ARE A FEW SPACES AVAILABLE FOR BOOKINGS IN THE WORKSHOP ROOM (86b).
86a The Green Man Gallery, Ground Floor
Address: Hardwick Studios, Hardwick Square South, Buxton SK17 6PY
Capacity: 60 in rows or 45 at cafe table seating..
Description: A former ballroom, the ground floor of The Green Man provides an intimate venue with superb, large-room acoustics. There is a corner stage, but the space can be used flexibly depending on the nature of the performance. Used as a venue throughout the year, the gallery is popular with touring musicians and also regularly hosts small-scale theatre and spoken word performances.. The acoustics are particularly good for folk, acoustic, jazz and classical music. There is a baby grand piano which can be used for a small extra fee.
Seating: Approximately a quarter of the ballroom is transfired into a venue for evening performances with either chairs in rows (max.60) or cafe table seating (max.45). The rest of the room is taken up by fixed display screens exhibiting artwork.
Available for evening performaces only.
Download detailed venue information here: https://www.thegreenmangallery.com/buxton-festival-fringe-2024.html
Additional Information: The Green Man is an independent gallery and arts centre housed in a large Victorian building behind Buxton Museum; easy to find thanks to its central location. It is managed and run by local artists and community volunteers and is popular with locals and visitors alike.
It is a managed venue which gives excellent support to performers and companies bringing shows to the Fringe, including Box Office services, Front of House management and additional promotion.
Charges: £35 for shows up to one hour or £55 for full length show with interval.. Discounts for block bookings.
Accessibility: The ground floor (but not the stage) is accessible to wheelchairs. See gallery website for detailed access information. https://www.thegreenmangallery.com/location-and-access.htm
Parking: A small number of parking spaces at the gallery. Pay and Display parkig on the Market Place. Street parking nearby.
Toilets: On the ground floor and accessible by wheelchair. However, there is no adapted toilet cubicle.
Contact: Caroline Small (Events Manager) hello@thegreenmangallery.com
NB ( 86a) IS FULLY BOOKED FOR FRINGE 2024.
86b The Green Man Gallery - Workshop Room
Address: Hardwick Studios, Hardwick Square South, Buxton SK17 6PY
Capacity: 25
Description: A large, light bay-windowed room up one flight of stairs on the mezzanine floor. (No lift.) The room is a flexible 'empty space' with good acoustics, thanks to its high ceiling and hard flooring. Suitable for very small-scale theatre such as one-person shows, storytelling and other spoken word performances, children's events, small-scale musical performances, workshops, classes and rehearsals.
Seating: Folding chairs can be arranged flexibly for performances e.g. end-on or traverse layout. (Capacity will depend on the layout.)
Available for performances of up to 60 minutes during gallery opening hours and in the evening. NB this room is used regularly for classes, workshops and rehersals, but the gallery will do its best to accommodate your show if they can.
Download detailed venue informaiton here: https://www.thegreenmangallery.com/buxton-festival-fringe-2024.html
Additional Information: The Green Man is an independent gallery and arts centre housed in a large Victorian building behind Buxton Museum; easy to find thanks to its central location. It is managed and run by local artists and community volunteers and is poular wit locals and visitors alike.
It is a managed venue, which gives excellent support to performers and companies bringing shows to the Fringe, including Box Office services, Front of House management and additional promotion.
Accessibility: One flight of stairs, plus two additional steps. See gallery website for detailed access information: https://www.thegreenmangallery.com/location-and-access.htm
Toilets: On the ground floor and accessible by wheelchair. However, there is no adapted toilet cubicle.
Charges: £35 for shows up to one hour, with diiscounts for block bookings.. £15 per hour for workshops. £10 per hour for rehearsals.
Contact the Events Manager, Caroline Small hello@thegreenmangallery.com
91 Lee Wood Hotel - Best Western
Address: The Park, Manchester Road, Buxton, SK17 6TQ
Capacity: We have five rooms available, with differing audience capacities and potential layouts.
Description: The Best Western Lee Wood Hotel is a family-run hotel situated between Manchester Road at the back and Park Road at the front. We can offer use of our large, airy wood-panelled conferencing spaces, or smaller rooms for more intimate performances. Our bar will also be open for guests to relax before or after the performance.
Additional Information: If you wish to use the hotel as a performance venue then please do not hesitate in contacting either Matthew Drapper or Nicola Longden at the hotel and we will be more than happy to discuss your requirements.
Accessiblity: All public areas are wheelchair accessible. Lift to all floors.
Toilets: Accessible toilet on both the ground floor and the lower ground floor.
Parking: Some car parking available at the hotel.
Charges: Room hire is negotiable. Charges apply for hire of technical equipment: Stage, TV & Video, Overhead Projector, LCD Projector, Flip Chart & Accessories.
Contact: Matthew Drapper or Nicola Longden. Tel: 01298 23002, Fax: 01298 23228 or email sales@leewoodhotel.co.uk or nicola@leewoodhotel.co.uk
93 The Cheshire Cheese
Address: 37-39 High Street, Buxton, SK17 6HA
Capacity: Seats approximately 40 in the audience.
Description: Friendly pub with space available for unticketed, low-key events, such as acoustic/folk music. Opening hours noon to 11pm (midnight Fri & Sat). We also have some outside space including a large beer garden available at the rear of the pub: please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Additional Information: There is no PA or other equipment provided.
Accessibility: Disabled access. Plenty of room for wheelchairs.
Toilets: Disabled toilet. Baby-changing facilities.
Parking: Small, private car park at the rear of the pub.
Charges: No Charge.
Contact: Terri (manager) Tel: 01298 212453 or Email: cheshirecheese@titanicbrewery.co.uk
108 The Old Sun Inn
121 - Hargreaves
Address: 16 - 18 Spring Gardens, SK17 6DE
Capacity: 40 people, seated
Description: First floor tearoom that can offer an intimate experience for unamplified performances.
Availability: Monday to Saturday evenings 5.30pm to 9.30pm and daytime on Sundays
Additional information: Fully licensed and can serve alcoholic drinks 9am to 9pm daily. PRS/PPL music licence.
Accessibility: There is a wheelchair ramp to enter the ground floor shop but no wheelchair aids to reach the first floor
Toilets: Yes, on the first floor
Parking: Free parking after 4pm on Hardwick Street and disabled parking on Lower Hardwick Street both 2-3 minutes away. Pay and display parking by the Springs Centre
Charges: Negotiable
Contact: Martin Coles-Evans 01298 23083 Email:info@hargreavesofbuxton.com
125 - The Tarmac Silverlands Stadium Clubhouse, Buxton
Address: The Tarmac Silverlands stadium is situated a short walk from the centre of Buxton. It is a 5-minute walk from Buxton Market Place and approximately 10 minutes from the Opera House. The Clubhouse is located in the stadium.
Capacity: audiences between 25/30 up to 80/90, seating can be arranged to make the event feel well-attended.
Description: Seating can be arranged in a variety of ways to suit the act and the anticipated audience size. For example, lay out can be simple rows of seating or cabaret-style with tables. The Clubhouse also has a fuly licensed bar.
Additional information: Please contact us to chat about your requirements or if you wish to book any of our spaces at Buxton Football Club. The space is flexible and we want to support events that can be enjoyed by the community. Enquiries can be directed to: Jennifer. McBain@markovitz.co.uk or 01298 72021
Accessibility: The grounds and the Clubhouse are fully accessible.
Toilets: There are toilets (including accessible facilities) in the Clubhouse
Parking: There is limited on-street parking near the stadium. Please note, we respectfully ask that visitors to the Tarmac Silverlands Stadium park considerately and with due care for our neighbours. There is car parking at the ground for disabled visitors. All requests to book can be made in advance. Additional parking is also available at the following car parks:
Market Place (SK17 6EB), Sylvan Park (SK17 6BY), Spring Gardens (SK17 6BY) Other car parks can be found here: https://www.yourparkingspace.co.uk/locations/show/4294953742 The car parks above are free of charge after 3pm for High Peak residents and after 6pm for everyone else.
Charges: By negotiation, please contact us to discuss
Temporary event notice needed: No
Contact: Jennifer.McBain@markovitz.co.uk or 01298 72021
130 Ecocafe at Zink HQ
Location: Market Street Car Park, Clough Street, Buxton SK17 6LJ
Capacity: 20 in main room, smaller rooms available.
Description: Small Cafe area in community building open 10-4 Mon - Fri but can be open outside these hours if booked.
Additional info: Foodbank open 1-3 so avoid these times.
Accessibility: stairs at front. Portable wheelchair ramp at side entrance.
Toilets: Yes
Parking: Yes - council run car park adjacent - charges apply
Charges for Zink HQ Room Rental:
Interview Room: £5 per hour, £30 per day
Suitable for one to one or one to two interviews, contains table and chairs.
Board Room: £12 per hour, £72 per day
Suitable for small groups of up to 10
Main Room/Café Area: £24 per hour, £120 per day
Suitable for up to 30.. Note: the main room/café area is screened off from the reception which is open weekdays 10 - 4.
Kitchen: £15 per hour for use of cooking facilities plus £20 cleaning fee or £22 oer hour for one of Zink's staff to provide facilities plus cost of food.
Coffee/tea making facilities plus biscuits: £2 per person per day. Coffee / tea also available to buy in the cafe. Lunch (in the cafe) £8 per person (main course plus pudding / cake and drink). Cooking fee: £12 per half hour: Bring your own food and our staff will cook or warm it up for you.
Reception Service: Our staff will greet your clients and sign them in at a cost of £1 per expected client per day. Alternatively, a dedicated member of staff is £23 per hour.
Evening (after 5pm) and weekends: Add £23 per hour to room hire rate
Contact details: paul@zink.org.uk
135 - Beer & Bean Café Bar
Address: 8 Cavendish Circus, Buxton, SK17 6AT.
Capacity: 33 seated (Potential for 50 standing depending on event)
Description: Ground floor continental cafe bar with raised mezzanine seating area. Raised stage near entrance for seating and performers.
Dimensions (approx):
Ground floor - 8m x 4.5m
Mezzanine - 2.5 x 4.5m
Stage/seating area - 2m x 3m
Additional Information: Stage is ideal for single performers, potential to be used without seating for 2-3 performers.
PA system with 5 inputs controlled behind the bar. Suitable for singer songwriters/comedians/spoken word.
Accessibility: Unfortunately, not wheelchair accessible, two steps at main entrance without ramp.
Toilets: Located in the basement down 16 steps at the back of the venue. Unfortunately, it is not wheelchair accessible. Please note that there is an accessible Changing Places toilet in nearby Pavilion Gardens.
Parking: Pay and Display car parkiing on George Street near the venue, free after 6pm. Restricted parking on Devenshire Road opposite venue, free parkig after 6pm. Pay and Display parking on The Square and Pavilion Gardens Car Park, a short walk fron the venue.
Charges: Negotiable
Website: www.beerandbean.co.uk
Social: @beerandbeancafebar
Contact: Max Chambers - beerandbean21@gmail.com
136 - Coffee #1
Address: 73 Spring Gardens, Buxton, SK17 6BJ
Capacity: 50-100 (depending on time and layout)
Description: Warm and friendly coffee shop in the centre of Buxton. Hard wooden benches aren't for us - we think coffee should be enjoyed in comfort, which is why you wiill find lots of soft furnishings and signature Chesterfields in our shop.
Additional information: Pet friendly. Gluten free and vegan range of food and drinks.
We are happy to discuss short, busking type performances during openning hours (booked in advance). We could also offer space for events after the cafe has closed. Do please get in touch to discuss your requirements.
Accessibility: Ramp entrance and accessble toilet.
Charges: Free during open hours and dependent on act. Fee negotiable after closing hours.
Contact: Mary - Buxton@coffee!.co.uk
138 - Harpur Hill Village Hall
Address: Harris Road, Buxton SK17 9JS
Description: Central, well known location in Harpur Hill. This is a large space 8 x 6 metres that can be arranged as required e.g. cabaret style or in rows. There is no specific stage area. Kitchen facilities are available if required and there is possible storage space for leaving costumes / props - negotiable. There is also a changing room available.
Capacity: 60 people maximum
We have a performance licence.
There is a projection screen and a number of power points around the room.
Accessibility: Entrance is fully accessible
Toilets: Yes, including a disabled toilet
Additional information: Friendly pub and chippy nearby for pre- and post-performance food and drink
We have no alcohol licence but one can be obtained (at a cost to the hirer) if required
Charge: £16/hour
Contact : Anna Girolami, Booking secretary HHVH
Email: harpurhillvillagehall@gmail.com
Website: harpurhill.wixsite.com/villagehall
141 - The Vault
Address: 2-4 High Street, Buxton SK16 6EU
Capacity: 100 seated, 200 standing (Smaller areas/half use also available)
Description: The Vault is a unique pub with a rich history.With a bright modern interior we offer the perfect venue for all. From your morning coffee to your late night party, whether it's day or night, rain or shine, come eat, drink and party with us.
Additional information: Performances would be welcomed mid-week, particularly in the evening, though the lounge (capacity 30) has availability all days execept 13th July.
Please note we are a non-ticketed venue and visits are warmly welcomed. We have a stage area, as well as a smaller room which would hold about 30 people. We can plug in sound to our system and have controllable lighting. We're happy to assist the best we can with any enquiries and would like to be as supportive as possible to the Buxton Festival Fringe. We have a fully stocked kitchen and bar which is always staffed when the venue is open.
Accessibility: Fully accessible with flat entrance. (One step to stage area and three steps into more private lounge area.)
Toilets: 1 accessible equipped toilet. Further toilets upstairs.
Parking: Paid parking just opposite in the marketplace car park with the exception of market days.
Charges: Please contact us to discuss. On a week night basis happy to try and provide a free venue.
Contact: Lucy Evans 07930988551 or contact@thevaultbuxton.co.uk
Outdoor Venues
Buxton Festival Fringe and High Peak Borough Council are keen to work together to help anyone wishing to perform outdoors in Buxton, either as an official Fringe entry or as an informal busker. Buskers who do not pay the Fringe entry fee will not be featured in the Fringe programme or receive other publicity.
08 Buxton Opera House Forecourt
The centre of the Festival, the Opera House is not available as a Fringe Venue! However, busking-type events have been permitted on the forecourt by arrangement with the Opera House and Festival management. The interval is too hectic a time for this to be feasible but during the day and before the start of the opera have worked well.
For information and details please contact:
Rebekah Powell: RPowell@boh.org.uk
13 Buxton Cricket Club
Address: The Park, Park Road, Buxton, SK17 6SG
Capacity: Standing/sitting on grass or bring your own chairs. Lots of room but we only have limited seating available. (Some benches and picnic tables may be available.)
Description: Buxton Cricket Ground is a beautiful natural amphitheatre which has been used for staged and ambulatory outdoor drama. It is situated about five minutes walk from the Opera House. There are large flat areas with banking and one lovely discrete area where a production could be staged. Power and water are available nearby.
Additional information: Evening times from 6pm to 8pm by negotiation as it would need to fit in with some junior cricket matches and practices. By day and post 8.15pm easier. The pavilion would be open for toilets and the club would be open for refreshments.
More pictures can be seen at https://buxton.play-cricket.com/home
Charges: By negotiation but we charge £40 for a morning or afternoon use of the outfield by training companies.
Accessibility: Field wheelchair accessible. Ramped access to pavilion and accessible toilet available.
Toilets: In pavilion
Parking: Small car park and on-street parking.
Temporary event notice needed: Yes
Contact: Bob Marsden 07964533720
bobinbuxton@gmail.com
33a Pavilion Gardens - Bandstand
Address: St John's Road, Buxton SK17 6BE
The Don Redfern Memorial Bandstand is set in 23 acres of magnificent landscaped gardens. It is currently used for brass band concerts in the summer, as well as other performances and civil weddings.
Power: Sockets available on the bandstand..
Accessibility: Access via steps.
Charges: Please contact us to discuss further.
Contact: Pavilion Gardens 01298 23114 or email pavilion.gardens@parkwood-leisure.co.uk
I
33e Pavilion Gardens - Old Bowling Green
A level grassed area approx 40m x 30m across the river from the Opera House and across the road from the Old Hall Hotel. The park is open to pedestrians at all times. Gates can be opened for vehicular access by arrangement. Due to its proximity to the Opera House those using this space in the evening will need to be able to reassure the Festival that noise will not disturb their audiences. Power is available by arrangement.
Charges: Price on application
Please contact us if you would like to book (email below). An Event application form and Terms and Conditions for the use of Parks and Open Spaces are available. Please note that there is a 28 day lead in to confirming the event prior to the date of the event.
The link to the online application form:
https://www.highpeak.gov.uk/article/1527/Events-in-public-places
Contact: Eventsinparks@highpeak.gov.uk
94 Grinlow Woods - at Poole's Cavern
Location: THE COUNTRY PARK Green Lane, Buxton SK17 9DH
Description: The woodland trails cover 100 acres of woodland with several possible circular or linear routes for storytelling or acrobatic performances.
Additional Information: The woodland has free public access and public rights of way which must not be obstructed. A school room at the visitor centre may be used for workshops or reception/ticketing for woodland events. Suitable for daytime or evening events of up to 25.
Accessibility: The woodland trails start from the car park at Poole's Cavern. The woods are on a hill which rises 100m from car park to summit. There are steps and steep sections of path on most routes.
Toilets: There are ground-level toilets including an accessible toilet in the Visitor Centre. These are open from 9.30 to 5pm daily.
Parking: Free dedicated parking is available for disabled visitors. Pay and Display car park on site.
Charges: Vary depending on type of performance, above/below ground etc.
Contact: James Acton 01298 26978 manager@poolescavern.co.uk
Web: http://www.poolescavern.co.uk
99 Buxton Market
Location: Buxton Marketplace, Higher Buxton
Description: Buxton Markets are offering a performance area within the market. This can be open air, or we can provide a covered open-fronted stall if preferred. An electric supply is also available if required.
Additional Information: The Market Place is covered by a Premises Licence for street theatre, music, dancing etc. and we also have PPL and PRS licences in place. Time slots are available free of charge as follows:
Saturday 6th July
Tuesday 16th July
and provisionally the afternoon of Saturday 20th July.
The Day of Dance led by Chapel-en-le-Frith Morris will take place on Saturday 20th July
For more details please contact admin@buxtonmarkets.co.uk or call 07487 764038
Busking and Street Performances
There is no requirement for anyone to seek permission to busk in the town of Buxton as long as amplification and trading (eg. selling CDs) is not proposed. However, permission must be sought for busking on the Opera House Forecourt (see 08, above).
Street theatre may need a license. Anyone wishing to perform Street Theatre or use amplification and/or trade must contact High Peak Borough Council – Licensing Office, Town Hall, Buxton, SK17 6EL tel: 01298 28406 email: Customer-services@highpeak.gov.uk with 'Licensing Street Theatre' in the subject line. Anyone wishing to stage or promote their event within Pavilion Gardens must gain permission (see 33, above).
Performers should consider the risk to themselves of performing without public liability insurance. Buskers are asked to respect the locality and town users as well as other performers.
There will be opportunities for busking close to the Fringe desk where you can book a slot(s)
Details of some open areas are below:
28 Town Hall Piazza
A large area of yorkstone paving in front of Buxton's Victorian Town Hall on the Market Place.
37 The Slopes
At the bottom of Terrace Rd beneath the slopes of the Georgian promenade garden, this is a large area of level paving at the end of Buxton's main shopping street.
38 Spring Gardens
Spring Gardens, Buxton SK17 6DF
38a Spring Gardens
Spring Gardens is Buxton's main pedestrian shopping street. At the entrance to the modern mall is a canopy with power adjacent. Street performance is possible under here or on the adjacent areas.
38b The Springs Shopping Centre
Currently awaiting confirmation or otherwise of available performance space
Other public spaces around the town are available if power is not needed.
47 Around the Town
This is a catch all for events that happen outdoors in various places e.g. the Morris Dancing and some street performances.
Suggested locations:
Spring Gardens at the Morrisons Daily/Iceland end.
Pavilion Gardens Promenade1. By the entrance gate. For permission, see 33, above.
Pavilion Gardens Promenade2. By the Café. For permission, see 33, above.
Market Place 'peninsula' near the bus stops for the Matlock direction.
Intending performers may email queries to venues@buxtonfringe.org.uk, with 'Street Performers and Busking' in the subject line.
Out of Town Venues
25 King Sterndale
Approximately 3 miles outside Buxton on the A515 is the small Village of King Sterndale (SK17 9SF). In a lovely parkland setting surrounding the Pickford Estate are two Buxton Fringe venues in buildings dating from the mid 1800's.
25a Parish Hall
The Village hall is housed in the former Village School.
The Hall, comprises the main hall 8.5m x 5.2m, a smaller room to the rear with it's own kitchen area, and a very large fully-equipped kitchen. There is also an outside area for seating.
The Hall accomodates approx 40 seated at tables in the main hall, or 50 seated theatre style, 50 for a standing buffet.
Accessiblity: The Hall has been fully refurbished with disabled access and toilets.
Parking: Available only on the roadside verges, please park considerately.
Charges: On application
Contact: Jennie Parker 01298 77856 buxtonparish@hotmail.com
http://www.buxtonparish.org.uk/christ-church-king-sterndale/
25b Christ Church
Christ Church is 21m x 5.5m with a wooden vaulted ceiling reaching up to 6.8m. Good acoustics and plenty of power points. Pew-style seating (each Pew is 2m long) with 9 rows on one side and 13 on the other side. Additional seating at the back with choir stalls at the front, maximum occupancy 98, 2 fire exits.
We can provide a tailored package to meet your requirements and assistance in venue management through our active fundraising group, The Friends of Christ Church King Sterndale.
Access: Disabled access to church. Toilets available across the road in the Parish Hall.
Parking: Available only on the roadside verges, please park considerately.
Charges: £20/hour.
Contact: Jennie Parker 01298 77856 buxtonparish@hotmail.com
http://www.buxtonparish.org.uk/christ-church-king-sterndale/
30 High Peak Bookstore and Cafe
Address: Brierlow Bar, Ashbourne Rd, Nr Buxton SK17 9PY.
Capacity: 50
Location: Three miles south of Buxton on A515 Ashbourne Rd (5 minutes by car).
Description:. A large bookshop, with a comfortable, welcoming cafe and bar within. We are looking to expand the entertainments we offer, so please contact us to discuss your needs.
Additional Information: We have a flexible space that can be used in a variety of ways. We can accommodate a range of events from small, intimate spoken performances to larger musical gigs. We currently host music and family events and are fully licensed for alcohol, music and performance. Please note that a Temporary Event Notice is not needed for our venue.
A stage area and a PA system are available.
Accessibility: Ramped entrance, level within, good wheelchair access.
Toilets: Baby changing and accessible toilets.
Parking: Ample car parking on site.
Charges: Price on application. Please contact us to discuss.
Contact: Louisa McPhie 01298 71017 / 07888674404 louisa@bookstore-derbyshire.co.uk www.highpeakbookstore.co.uk
62 Spring Bank Arts Centre
Address: Spring Bank,
New Mills, SK22 4BH
Capacity: The main studio
(The Mackie Hall) can seat 100
Description: Dedicated to promoting the arts, the Centre re-opened in May 2012 after a three quarters of a million makeover funded mainly by the Heritage Lottery Fund. The Grade II Listed former Victorian church building has been beautifully restored and includes a new annexe. It provides a stunning performance venue with great acoustics, comfortable public areas and amenities. In its guise as a church, the Centre established popularity in past years as an outreach venue of the Fringe in New Mills (Buxton 12 miles).
Additional Information: The main studio (The Mackie Hall) has a raised end-on performance area which is partially demountable. The maximum size is approx 6m x 6m. However, the whole can be re-configured for more intimate performance in the body of the auditorium. Dance performance can easily be accommodated. There is stage lighting, sound equipment and wifi. The hosts will undertake to offer refreshments at events, by agreement.
The venue has its own regular events programme and mailing list of "Friends" and will be keen to publicise events in the Fringe season. This could be a low cost opportunity to extend your audience while in Buxton. The Fringe hopes entrants will avail themselves of this opportunity.
Accessibility: One level within. Ramp with disabled door leading into the main hall.
Toilets: Two toilets and disabled-access toilet.
Parking: By arrangement, the Adult Learning Centre car park can be used. Otherwise on-street parking.
Charges: Negotiable - can be done as a hire or as a co-hosted event.
Contact: Spring Bank Arts on 01663 308202 or admin@springbankarts.org.uk
Website: www.springbankarts.org.uk
Please check www.springbankarts.org.uk/about/covid-19-update/
for special information relating to precautionary measures.
80 Chelmorton Institute
Address: Main Street, Chelmorton, SK17 9SH
Capacity: Ground floor room maximum 130. Upstairs room maximum 100. On the assumption that both rooms are not being used for the same event.
Description: Chelmorton Memorial Institute is a focus of village life, approximately 4 miles south-east of Buxton.
The hall has two rooms available: ground floor room, 38ft x 25ft; upstairs room overall size 41ft x 25ft including a stage measuring 16ft x 8ft,
Additional Information: Fully equipped kitchen also available by arrangement. Please enquire for availability.
Accessibility: Ground floor has double doors without steps. Upstairs is only accessible by stairs.
Toilets: Disabled facilities available.
Parking: Some parking for performers and caterers' vehicles directly next to the hall, otherwise on-street parking.
Charges: Negotiable.
Contact: Harry and Ann Mayo 01298 85344 harry.mayo@btinternet.com www.chelmortonvillage.org.uk/institute/
97 Eyam Parish Church (St Lawrence's Church), Eyam
Address: Eyam S32 5QH
Capacity: 200
Description: St Lawrence's Church stands in the centre of the 'Plague Village' of Eyam. It dates from medieval times and boasts a Saxon churchyard cross, a Norman font, and a series of 18th-century wall paintings. The church is best known for its connection to the outbreak of plague in 1665, and is sometimes referred to as 'the plague church'.
Additional information: This is a beautiful building especially suited for classical music and performances that could be enhanced by the peaceful atmosphere of the church.
Accessibility: Ramps available for wheelchair access. Hearing loop in centre of church.
Toilets: Yes, including an accessible toilet.
Parking: There are free and paying car parks in the village. There is limited on-street parking.
Temporary event notice needed: Yes - This is a no alcohol venue.
Charges: on application
Contact: gillian@eyamchurch.org
Eyam Church Centre (next to Eyam Parish Church)
Address: Eyam S32 5QH
Capacity: At present we can hold 99 maximum including cast. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Description: This lovely church centre next to the church is available for hire. The main hall has wooden flooring and there is a small carpeted area. There is a catering kitchen which can be shut off.
Additional information: WiFi and audio facilities. Seating can be arranged in a number of ways.
Accessibility: Full wheelchair access
Toiliets: Yes, including an accessible toilet
Parking: there are free and paying car parks in the village. There is limited on-street parking.
Temporary event notice needed: Yes - This is a no alcohol venue.
Charges: on application
Contact: gillian@eyamchurch.org
Taddington
Situated 10 minutes drive East of Buxton, just off the A6, Taddington is one of the highest villages in the country. Its close-knit community enjoys glorious Peakland scenery.
100 Bramwell Memorial Institute
Address: Main Road, Taddington SK17 9UD
The Bramwell Memorial Institute (Taddington Village Hall) acts as a hub for the community. There are two rooms for hire; the main hall, which has a stage and holds about 90 people and a smaller room which is carpeted and suitable for workshops, seminars, meetings and sit-down events. It also serves as a spacious and private 'green room' for guest artists. A third small meeting room with kitchen facilities is available with any booking.
Parking: Small car park to rear of the hall.
Charges: See website for details.
http://www.taddington.org.uk/taddington-village-hall-about-us/
Contact: Jan tel:07929 151688 or email: taddingtoninstitute@gmail.com
101 St Michaels and All Angels
Address: Main Road, Taddington SK17 9TR
Accessiblity: The church has wheelchair access to the nave and chancel and separate wheelchair access to the attached Village Room with disabled toilet facilities and also easy access from the car park.
http://www.taddington.org.uk/church/
Contact: Trevor Ride, email: ride@btinternet.com or tel: 07769552844
124 The Bull I'Th'Thorn Pub and Pizzeria
Address: Ashbourne Road, Flagg, Buxton SK17 9QQ
Located approximately 5 miles south of Buxton on the A515
Capacity: 60 people indoors, flexible seating in our traditional pub and recently renovated modern pizzeria and sports bar.
Description: Half cosy, rustic pub and half open, modern pizzeria and sports bar, the 'Bulli' welcomes a variety of clientele of all ages. The bar situated in the traditional pub is stocked with a great selection of local and regional beers, ciders, and ales, as well as an extensive wine list and a variety of spirits. And if you're looking for a cosy spot to enjoy your drink, the traditional pub atmosphere and roaring fireplace provide the perfect setting, or head outside to relax in the beer garden and soak up the great outdoors. The real star of the show at the 'Bulli' is the delicious menu. Pizza lovers will delight in the authentic Neopolitan style pizza. Made by an Italian chef using his in-house dough recipe the pizzas are hand-stretched and cooked to perfection in a pizza oven. With a crispy crust and melt-in-your-mouth toppings, whether you're a meat-lover or a veggie fan, there is something for everyone! If pizza isn't your thing, don't worry, the menu also features an array of options ranging from sandwiches, sharing plates, burgers and dogs made using the freshest local ingedients. There is also a kids menu providing the perfect tasty portions for your little ones when they aren't busy playing table football ot outside in the play area. On the other side of te building, the contemporary pizzeria and sports bar is a sports lovers paradise with six TVs around the room showing all the live Sky Sports action. It's a great place to kick back and cheer on your favourite team.
Additional information: No sound system. The venue is particularly suitable for family events and music.
Accessibility: Good access for people with limited mobility.
Toilets: General facilities and an accessible toilet.
Parking: Plenty of free parking
Charges: To be discussed with venue, depending on which space is to be used.
Contact: Josh Stubbs or Matt Coates 01298 83718 eat@bullithorn.co.uk www.bullithorn.co.uk
133 - Buxton Brewery Garden Tap
Address: Buxton Brewery, Unit 4A & 4B, Staden Lane, Buxton, SK17 9RZ
This venue is not available for 2024 due to major refurbishment