Exeter
An intimate, independent cinema, screening mainstream and art-house movies.
Must-see entertainment in England
South Bank
Set in a series of dank railway arches under Waterloo station, Vaults puts on unexpected immersive supper clubs and theatre performances and is a hub for…
The Lizard
Standing for the Cornubian Arts & Science Trust, this community arts centre has become the hub of the local arts scene since opening in 2012. It hosts…
Birmingham
Aston Villa Football Club's 19th-century Villa Park is one of the country's largest stadiums. Behind-the-scenes tours show you the dressing rooms, tunnel…
The West End
The peripatetic Amused Moose can often be found pitched up at a Soho hotel, such as the Karma Sanctum. Shows are 'audience-friendly', so don't be afraid…
North London
You can find your way to the O2 Forum – once the famous Town & Country Club – by the ticket touts that line the way from Kentish Town Tube station. This…
East London
The Rio is Dalston’s neighbourhood art-house, classic and new-release cinema, and a venue for non-mainstream festivals such as the East End Film Festival,…
The West End
Although the 'museum' is not worth crossing the town for, it is free to enter. Book tickets to see established British comedians working new material, or…
North Cornwall
A grungy cool hang-out with a regular line-up of live gigs, both from local bands and a few bigger names from upcountry and further afield. The rest of…
East London
Hidden just off the chaos of Kingsland High St, Dalston Jazz Bar also operates as a neighbourhood cocktail bar and eatery. The jazz part of the equation…
South Bank
Innovative Rambert is the UK’s foremost contemporary dance troupe, performing at venues across London, the UK and abroad. Classes, demonstrations and…
National Exhibition Centre Genting Arena
Birmingham
At Birmingham's giant National Exhibition Centre (NEC) trade-fair complex, near Birmingham International Airport off the M42, the 15,700-capacity Genting…
Birmingham
With a capacity of 15,800, this vast arena plays host to a huge variety of sports and acts – ranging from indoor rowing, athletics and ice skating to…
Cambridge
A popular student haunt, the 200-capacity Portland is the best spot in town to catch a gig and see the pick of up-and-coming bands. It has a wood-panelled…
South Bank
Putting on about 20 different shows a year, the Unicorn Theatre offers quality performances for children aged from six months to 18 years. Productions are…
Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields
A popular and huge cafe with grills and cakes, lounge seating during the day and a mix of events across two stages in the evenings (DJs, live music, open…
South Bank
Oddly situated in a roundabout, the BFI IMAX has the largest cinema screen in the UK, at 20m high and 26m wide. It shows 2D and 3D blockbuster films as…
Cambridge
Theatre, dance, comedy, live bands and club nights at a contemporary performance venue near the railway station.
Penzance
Small theatre housed inside a converted chapel, hosting film, theatre, comedy and gigs. Opening hours for the box office can be erratic, so booking online…
The Midlands & the Marches
Check what's on at the two performance spaces run by Derby Live, the 244-seat Guildhall Theatre and the Derby Arena, with 3500 seats and standing room for…
The Lake District
Ambleside's two-screen Zeffirelli's Cinema is next to Zeffirelli's restaurant, with extra screens in a converted church down the road.
Bristol
Bristol's historic concert hall now has a gleaming five-floor annexe. Performers include rock, pop, folk and jazz bands, plus classical musicians and big…
Oxford
There's live music or DJs most nights at this independent venue, covering the entire gamut of genres from indie rock to reggae, hip-hop, grime and…
Leeds
The Playhouse has a reputation for excellent live drama, from the classics to cutting-edge new writing. It's on the eastern edge of the city centre.
East London
The handball arena during the 2012 Olympic Games, this 7000-seat indoor venue is now used for for badminton, other sports and concerts.
Lincolnshire
Near the train station, this late-19th-century former drill hall hosts bands, orchestras, stage shows, comedy and daytime festivals.
Bath
Renowned comedy venue featuring touring shows and the sell-out Krater Saturday Comedy Club. Also live music, bingo and discos.
Nottingham
This monster venue, with a capacity of 2450, hosts everything from goth rock and Midlands metal to Northern Soul and more.
St Ives
St Ives' concert hall hosts music and theatre, especially during the annual St Ives September Festival.
East London
Snuggle up under a blanket on a couch to watch a flick at this wonderful little five-screen cinema.
North Yorkshire
A historic Victorian theatre that dates from 1900, staging variety, comedy, musicals and dancing.
