Otley Courthouse

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Otley Courthouse

Courthouse Street, Otley, LS21 3AN
01943467466
  • Monday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Tuesday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Wednesday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Thursday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Friday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Saturday10:00am - 4:00pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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This former 19th century Magistrates’ Court is now a thriving multi-purpose space for all kinds of arts activities, concerts, workshops and meetings. The unique arts and resource centre has a fully equipped multimedia suite and is fully accessible throughout.

There’s a lively evening events programme with great films, theatre, music, dance and cabaret. You can drop into the community cafe, visit the old cell, join a workshop (lots for all ages) use our free computer room and internet access, or enjoy our popular monthly craft fair and visual arts exhibitions.

The Cafe in the Courthouse is open 10:00-15:00 Monday-Saturday, and serves a range of fair trade teas and coffees, home-made cakes, toasties, sandwiches and other snacks and cold drinks.

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