De Montfort Hall

Overall rating

4.5

About

Nestled at the edge of the leafy Victoria Park, De Montfort Hall has acted as a cultural beacon for the people of Leicester, Leicestershire and beyond for nearly 110 years.

The Hall’s venue and its gardens have witnessed music concerts, royal visits and comedy shows. As a civic resource it has sheltered refugees, hosted graduation ceremonies, exhibitions and sporting events. It continues to be one of England’s busiest and most popular live venues, offering everything from ballet to tributes, and from panto to comedy!

Reviews

Overall rating

4.5

(1 review)

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nicola1972

May 2025

4.5

Iconic venue with minor issues

We visited for the Marillion Weekender.

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Disabled Access Information Provided by De Montfort Hall

Disabled Access at De Montfort Hall

Our staff are on hand to help you; please do not hesitate to contact us in advance or approach a member of staff for assistance during your visit. There is level access on the ground floor to the auditorium, box office, bars, kiosk, public seating areas, accessible toilets and our Changing Places facility. There is lift access to the first floor circle bars, circle seating and accessible toilet. The box office and Victoria Suite bar have low-level accessible counters. Essential companion scheme Customers who require assistance to attend performances can apply for our scheme to receive a free companion ticket. Dedicated seating areas The hall can accommodate up to 10 wheelchair users for most performances, with positions in the right circle or flat stalls. For fully standing performances, a raised platform is available. Bookings must be made with our box office, please inform them if you or a member of your party requires these areas. Assistance If you need assistance to access your seats or require use of a transit wheelchair on the night of a performance, please contact our box office in advance of your visit and they will assist you. Assistance dogs Assistance dogs are welcomed. Our front of house team offer a dog sitting service if required, but this must be booked in advance. Visiting the hall in advance If it would be beneficial for you to visit the hall in advance of booking or attending a performance, then we are happy to accommodate. Please book your visit in advance with box office, as not all areas of the hall are readily available, and a member of our team will need to accompany you.

Lift to some areas

The venue is on multiple levels, with lifts available to some areas.

Step-free entrance

There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance.

Wheelchair-accessible viewing area

A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available, providing an optimal vantage point to view performances, presentations or activities.

Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet

There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

Accessible parking at De Montfort Hall

Drop off and pick up point This is available at the front entrance to the hall, off Granville Road. Just speak to the member of our front of house team positioned on the main gate. Accessible parking This is available at the front of the hall for blue badge holders and is free. However, spaces are limited and we strongly advise booking in advance.

Drop-off or pick up point

There is a drop-off or pick up point less than 50 metres from the accessible entrance.

Dedicated on-site parking

On-site accessible parking bays are available within 50 metres of the entrance.

Transport nearby De Montfort Hall

By train Leicester Railway Station is approximately a 15 minute walk or five minute taxi ride from the hall. By bus There are various routes which service the hall, with the closest bus stops on University Road (stage door entrance). Alternative services, dropping off on London Road (A6), are approximately a five minute walk away.

Train station

There is an accessible train station nearby with suitable facilities and assistance available for disabled passengers.

Bus station or stop

There is an accessible bus station or stop nearby with suitable boarding areas and facilities for disabled passengers.

Toilets features at De Montfort Hall

Accessible toilets The hall has three accessible toilets and a Changing Places facility. The Changing Places toilet is open to anyone with profound disabilities and who needs additional space and support for changing. The room contains a hoist, an adjustable changing bed, a toilet and an adjustable wash basin – with enough space around for carers and mobility vehicles. A radar key is required to access these facilities; please speak to a member of our front of house team if you don’t have your own key.

Accessible toilet

A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.

Changing Places toilet

There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult-size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist.

Accessible formats at De Montfort Hall

Hearing loop Customers using a hearing aid with a ‘T’ switch can collect a receiver and loop from box office. These are available on a first come, first served basis. Brochure Our season brochure is available in large print and audio CD and is issued three times a year. A braille brochure is available at our box office. Please contact box office to request a copy in an alternative format, or to receive these via our mailing list.