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Empire Consett

Front Street
Consett
County Durham
DH8 5AB

Tel: +44 03000 262400

seating area inside the Empire Consett theatre

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**Following our initial announcement last year, we can confirm that Empire Consett will close temporarily from Friday 9 February for essential roof maintenance works. Due to the nature of the works and health and safety regulations, it is not possible for any area of the building, including Empire Lounge, to remain open to the public during this time. Online and telephone bookings will not be affected, and a temporary Box Office will be installed at The Lodge in Blackhill & Consett Park which will be open 10am to 4pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for in-person bookings whilst we are closed. We will reopen in Autumn 2024 following completion of the works in time for our autumn programme of events including Leah Bell’s magical panto Cinderella, thanks for your understanding and continued support.**

The Empire Consett, is a much loved and well used town centre arts venue. It offers a year round live show programme, facilitating both professional and amateur performances, and an entertaining film programme comprised in the main popular mainstream films at reasonable prices.

View upcoming events and performances on the Empire Consett website.

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Opening Times

2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

* Opening times and prices vary according to performance. Please see website or ring for details.

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Nearest major road is A692. Follow signs to town centre. The Empire is at the heart of Consett. Follow signage

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Durham Station. Bus services available to Consett. Approx. 100 metres from Consett Bus Station.

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