The Old Market

read moreThe Old Market (or TOM, as we like to call it) was opened in 2011 by creators of the global percussive phenomenon STOMP to create an independent hub for the arts in their home city and channel some of their success back in to the local arts eco system. Under the directorship of Loretta Sacco and starting with just two staff in 2011, we now employ a passionate and engaged team of 46 full, part time and casual staff to deliver our busy schedule. The festival-like programme at TOM is the cornerstone of our identity.

read moreOur Main House is a 150-500 capacity room (depending on layout) with various seating and staging arrangement possibilities, kitted out with high spec PA and lighting. TOM's Bar and adjoining Waterloo Room, with a combined capacity of 100, are available to hire separately, but are also included as part of most Main House hires. Your event is sure to find a great home at The Old Market, be it a performance, conference, party, wedding reception, recording or anything else you're planning. Our Main House holds maximum capacities of 300 theatre seated or 500 standing, each in a variety of formats.