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The Arts Centre Edge Hill University

Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor

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The Arts Centre Edge Hill University

St Helens Road, Ormskirk, L39 4QP
01695584480
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  • Monday12:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Tuesday12:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Wednesday12:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Thursday12:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Friday12:00pm - 5:00pm

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

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The Arts Centre at Edge Hill University houses the University’s Performing Arts Department and the Rose and Studio Theatres.

The Arts Centre hosts a diverse range of high-quality professional productions, including comedy, dance, drama, literature, music, film, live theatre screenings, and family-friendly shows, designed to entertain students as well as local and regional communities.

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Ormskirk
Restaurant
Moor Hall

Fine dining in a renovated grade II listed manor house. Offering some of the country’s most innovative dishes in beautiful surroundings.

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Ring O’Bells

Popular country pub based in Ormskirk, serving classic British food and local ales.

Southport
Tourist Attraction
Town Hall Gardens

The Town Hall Gardens is a perfect spot to recharge your batteries whilst out and about in Southport.

The Atkinson
Southport
Gallery
The Atkinson

We’re pleased to report that The Atkinson, Southport’s very own multi-arts institution, has reopened and is looking forward to safely welcoming visitors back.

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Southport
Event venue
The Engine Room

The Engine Room is a creative community hub in Southport’s Wayfarers Arcade, offering co-working space, cultural events and collaborative opportunities for artists, freelancers and educators.

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Cinema
Plaza Community Cinema

The Plaza Community Cinema is truly a unique community resource with big releases, special screenings and affordable tickets.

Southport
Park
Victoria Park

In Southport’s town centre is Victoria Park, home to the famous Southport Flower Show, Southport Food and Drink Festival and the British Musical Fireworks Championship

Southport
Southport Pier

Southport Pier opened in 1860, making it the oldest iron pier in Great Britain. It is also the second-longest in the country.

Knowsley
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Knowsley Hall

Situated on a private walled estate, Knowsley Hall has been in The Earl of Derby’s family for over 600 years and is usually reserved exclusively for private events and filming.

Southport Seafront
Southport
Beach
Southport Seafront

As well as being home to the Southport Air Show, there are many nostalgic seaside delights on Southport’s seafront, including the iconic pier.

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