Exeter Barnfield Theatre

Barnfield Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1SN

Tel: 01392 270891

Exeter Barnfield Theatre

About

Exeter Northcott is a city-wide organisation welcoming more than 100,000 people each year to live theatre and events at the Northcott Theatre on the University campus, and the Barnfield Theatre in the city centre. A registered charity, the Northcott also offers a wide range of creative opportunities, for and with the people of Exeter and Devon.

The Barnfield Theatre is home to Exeter Northcott's work with artists, young people, and communities. These include year-round opportunities for young people through the Northcott Young Company and Creatives; Elevate, a talent development programme for local artists; and bespoke projects developed with community groups, schools, and other charities.

Exeter Northcott Theatre is supported by the University of Exeter, Arts Council England and Exeter City Council.

 

Accessibility

The entrance to the Barnfield Theatre is step-free. The accessible washroom facilities are located in the main foyer, on the ground floor.

The auditorium has 2 wheelchair spaces on row B, which are accessed through the side entry on Barnfield Road. Please make your way into the main foyer, where a member of staff will be pleased to assist you, as this entrance is not in use for the general public.

Certain performances are made more accessible through sign language interpretation, audio description, captioning, or slight adjustments that make for a more relaxed theatre-going experience. All access performances are highlighted on our what's on page with little icons and can be selected by using the filter option.

If you have any access needs, you are entitled to a concession and/or a free carer ticket. T allow us to meet your access needs, please contact access@exeternorthcott.co.uk or speak to our Box Office team directly when booking your tickets.

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Directions

Road Directions

From Western Way turn onto Barnfield Road, the Barnfield Theatre is on your left hand side.

Public Transport Directions

From Exeter High Street walk down Bedford Street and accross Southernhay to Barnfield Road.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Hearing Loop system
  • Guide Dogs Permitted - Please let the attraction know in advance.
  • Ramp/Level Access - On street level access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant

Establishment Features

  • Conference facilities
  • Event Venue
  • Toilets

Key Features

  • In town/city centre

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted

Opening Times

Open Christmas
Open New Year
Box Office (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
Monday - Friday10:00 - 16:00*
Saturday - SundayClosed*

* The Barnfield Bar and Café is open every Friday between 10AM and 4PM and before performances. The Barnfield Theatre Box Office is open every Saturday between 10AM and 4PM, and before the events. Tickets can also be booked at our Northcott location, Tuesday to Saturday, 10am – 2pm, or via: exeternorthcott.co.uk, boxoffice@exeternorthcott.co.uk, and 01392 72 63 63.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

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