It is with a heavy heart that we have learned of the passing of our good friend Kay Mellor. Leeds born and bred, Kay was a pioneer of northern drama and real-life stories, going where no other female writer, director, or actor had gone before. We’re deeply proud and humbled to have been chosen as the home venue for her two stage premieres, Fat Friends The Musical (2017) and Band of Gold (2019) – both of which were huge success stories, as was everything that Kay turned her hand to. The hearts and thoughts of our theatre family are with her family, who we are also blessed to call friends of our theatres.

Leeds Grand Theatre Box Office signs which hang outside the Box Office entrance.

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. More information can also be found on our Access page.

The staircase leading up to the upper circle and balconies at Leeds Grand Theatre

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.

The stained glass windows of the stalls bar

Wheelchair spaces and toilets

If you are an Access member you can book wheelchair spaces online by logging into your account, or you can call our Box Office on 0113 243 0808. 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.

The boxes in the auditorium of Leeds Grand Theatre

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

Stained glass windows of the dress circle bar in Leeds Grand Theatre.
  • Our bars open one hour before the performance, serving a good selection of bottled beer, spirits, wine, soft drinks, tea and coffee, and snacks. Drinks can be taken into the auditorium to enjoy during the performance but must be decanted into plastic cups.
  • The Grand does not serve food but there are many cafes, bars and restaurants local to the venue that do.
  • We are also offering an in-seat refreshment service, whereby you can order food and drink via this ordering website, and your refreshments will be brought to you before the show or during the interval. Online orders will close when the show begins – you will then need to use the bars. Please ensure you double check where you are sitting in the auditorium when ordering so that our staff can find you as quickly as possible. QR codes taking you to this site can be found around the venue.

Frequently Asked Questions

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