Queen's Hall Arts Centre

About Queen's Hall Arts Centre

Queen's Hall Arts Centre is the principal arts venue for Hexham and West Northumberland, occupying a landmark Victorian building on Beaumont Street. The Grade II listed structure was built in 1866 in the Italianate style to a design by architect John Johnstone, originally serving as Hexham Town Hall before its later conversion to a cultural centre. Run today as a registered charity, Queen's Hall Arts describes itself as the creative heart of the community, bringing high-quality performance and visual art to the Tyne Valley. The building houses a 350-seat main theatre, a 50-seat studio, art galleries and hireable rooms.

The centre presents a year-round programme spanning theatre, comedy, live music, dance, family shows, talks and literature events, alongside a changing schedule of exhibitions in its galleries. It runs youth theatre groups for children and young people, summer workshops for young writers and makers, and hosts community initiatives such as the Tynedale Community Choir. The box office serves both the theatre and the wider building, which also accommodates Hexham Library and a café, making the venue a busy hub for cultural and civic life in the town.

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The North East's first queer punk Pride took over Hexham on Saturday 13 June, with a samba-led parade, five UK punk bands at Sele Park, a cult film at the Forum Cinema, and a Taylor Swift tribute at Queen's Hall.

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The Abbey, the Old Gaol, Queen's Hall cinema, soft play, bowling, and the best cafes — what to do when it rains.

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Hexham Abbey, Allen Banks, Hadrian's Wall, and dinner at a Top 50 gastropub — how to make the most of 48 hours.

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Hexham Abbey, Sele Park, Tyne Green, the heritage trail, and Allen Banks — a full day out in Hexham without spending a penny on entry fees.

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Full English fry-ups, eggs benedict, shakshuka, and leisurely brunch — where to start your day in Hexham.

Best Cafes in Hexham

Independent coffee shops, social enterprise kitchens, and a riverside brunch spot — where to find the best cafes in Hexham.

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House prices, schools, transport links, healthcare, and community life — everything you need to know about moving to this award-winning Northumberland market town.