The John Clare Theatre is located on the first floor of the Central Library building, and seats 144 + 2 wheelchair spaces
- There is street parking available near the library
- There is car parking for disabled drivers at the side of the library.
- Automatic doors allow easy access and there is a lift off the foyer to the theatre.
- The theatre is equipped with toilet facilities for disabled people and an induction loop system for those with hearing difficulties.
- Suitable for smaller scale conferences, product launches, exhibitions, award, meetings, ceremonies and lectures.
- Full day or half day hire with: • Screen & projector • Lectern • Foyer / registration area
- Wi-Fi
| Rate per hour | Private company/organisation standard rate | Charity/non-profit organisation concessionary rate |
| Rate during library opening hours Monday – Saturday | £42.80 | £34.24 |
| Rate outside of library opening hours Monday – Friday | £55.64 | £49.22 |
| Rate outside of opening hours Saturday | £62.06 | £55.64 |
| Outside of opening hours – additional lettings fee. (inc VAT) | £16.05 | £16.05 |
The hire of The John Clare Theatre and the LP Hartley Room can be combined. Click here to find out more.