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LGT external sign

Plan Your Visit

Getting here and parking

The Grand is located on New Briggate in the heart of Leeds city centre.

Parking

Parking is available at several city centre car parks near the venue.

  1. Q-Park St Johns
  2. Q-Park The Light
  3. NCP The Core
  4. Q-Park Albion Street
  5. Templar and Edward Street
  6. Victoria Gate Multi Storey

Public Transport

Leeds Grand Theatre is around 10 minutes’ walk from Leeds bus station and 15 minutes’ walk from Leeds train station. Buses to the centre also stop nearby on The Headrow, Vicar Lane and Boar Lane, all of which are within 5-10 minutes’ walk of the venue.

Blue Badge Parking

All the car parks listed above have provision for Blue Badge holders. In addition, there are on-street parking bays for Blue Badge holders across Leeds city centre.

For all Blue Badge parking in Leeds go to City Centre Blue Badge Parking Map.

Access

We are working to make all Leeds Heritage Theatres’ venues as accessible as possible. If you have questions about accessing Leeds Grand Theatre, or would like to arrange a visit, please contact us.

LGT view from slip seats credit Tony O'Connell

Steps and seating

There is lift access to most of the auditorium from the foyer (excluding Upper Balcony), and a wheelchair access lift to the foyer from Box Office.

Some areas of the auditorium have steep stairs and may not be suitable for people with limited mobility. Please check with Box Office before purchasing a ticket if you have concerns.

LGT lighting rig

Wheelchair spaces and toilets

Wheelchair spaces are available, please contact Box Office to book. Please inform Box Office if you would prefer to transfer from a wheelchair into a seat as space to store wheelchairs is limited.

Accessible toilets are located at Stalls and Dress Circle level.

Leeds Grand Theatre standing ovation

Deaf and hard of hearing patrons

An infra-red system is in operation in the auditorium for deaf and hard of hearing patrons.

Headsets are available from the Kiosk in the main foyer for a £5 refundable deposit. Please contact Box Office for information on the best seats for this facility.

Access Membership Scheme

Join our free Access Membership Scheme so we can ensure you have the best experience possible.

If you wish to claim associated concessions we will ask for proof of eligibility.

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Eating and drinking

Leeds Grand Theatre Dress Circle Bar corridor
  • Enjoy a pre-show or interval drink in one of our historic bars, located on most levels. Our bars open one hour before the performance, serving draught and bottled beer, a good selection of spirits, wine, soft drinks, and tea and coffee.
  • Drinks can be taken into the auditorium to enjoy during the performance but must be decanted into plastic cups.