Nuffield Theatre

"The Nuffield Theatre is one of the most important venues in the UK for contemporary performance, with a programme that is always a fantastic mix of new discoveries and established innovators"
- Tim Etchells, Forced Entertainment

The Nuffield Theatre is a space where artists, audiences and young people can see, make and discuss stunning live performance. Our mission is to present and help create the very best in challenging contemporary theatre, dance, live art and performance.

We're known for our groundbreaking work in developing young artists, as well as regularly commissioning major new works from established companies. We also provide many exciting opportunities for you to get involved with the creative process of talented, cutting-edge artists.

The Nuffield Theatre and the Dukes in Lancaster are continuing to promote 'A NIGHT LESS ORDINARY', a new national scheme that's allowing Lancaster's two most exciting theatre venues to team up and offer thousands of free tickets to local young people over the next two years. To book your free tickets now, just call the Nuffield box office on 01524 594151 or the Dukes on 01524 598500.

Opening Times

Nuffield Theatre 1 Jan 2009 - 1 Jan 2012

* Please contact the box office for event and performance details:
www.nuffieldtheatre.com | 01524 594151 | boxoffice@nuffieldtheatre.com

Road Directions

The Nuffield Theatre is part of the Great Hall complex at Lancaster University, which is set in 250 acres of beautiful landscaped parkland south of Lancaster City Centre.
Lancaster University campus is situated on the A6, close to Junction 33 of the M6.
From Lancaster: head south out of the city on the A6, follow signs for University
From the M6: take Junction 33 towards Lancaster (A6), follow signs for University
Once on campus: at the top of the driveway take the first left at the roundabout on to North West Drive. There is plenty of parking on the perimeter road. On foot, follow the pathways and signs to the Great Hall complex, or continue on the perimeter road, turning right just after the pedestrian crossing onto the temporary road (before the new accommodation buildings) for visitor parking, including wheelchair accessible spaces.

Sorry about the building work taking place around the area - parking is difficult during the day but you can park for free after 6pm. The building work should be completed by October 2008.

Public Transport Directions

The Nuffield Theatre is part of the Great Hall complex at Lancaster University, which is set in 250 acres of beautiful landscaped parkland south of Lancaster City Centre.

By Bus
Buses run every 10-15 minutes from Lancaster City Centre to the central underpass on campus. There are also frequent services from Morecambe, Blackpool and Preston.

By Train
Lancaster is on the North West Coast line and is a main stop for services running between London and Scotland. There are also regular connections from Preston, Manchester and Liverpool.

By Bicycle
There is a well-signed and maintained scenic cycle-path running from the city centre. The route takes about 25 minutes.