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The Howard Assembly Room is a beautiful, accessible venue in the heart of Leeds celebrating the best in live music and performance from across the globe. Our eclectic programming showcases an extraordinary range of musical talent.

Attached to the Howard Assembly Room is our newly reopened bar. Perfect for a pre- or post-show drink, the HAR Bar has a range of refreshments on offer. You can also order tasty food from our partners Yuzu Street Food. Pop by and give us a go!

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Disabled Access Information Provided by Howard Assembly Room

Disabled Access at Howard Assembly Room

Entrance to the Howard Assembly Room is through the Opera North Box Office and the Howard Assembly Room Foyer on New Briggate. The Opera North Box Office is situated on ground level. There are automatic doors and push pad to access the Opera North Box Office. From the Box Office, there is a platform lift to get into the atrium. From the Atrium, there is also a standard lift which goes to all floors (number 1 for toilets, 2 for Stalls, and 3 for Gallery). All lifts are big enough for a manual or electric wheelchair. There are two dedicated wheelchair spaces in the Stalls on floor 2, but this can be easily increased if more are required. Two gender neutral wheelchair accessible toilets are available on Level 1. Support dogs are welcome in the venue and can be looked after on request. We have hearing loops installed at the Howard Assembly Room Box Office and in the auditorium. For parking information and how to get to the Howard Assembly Room, visit the Howard Assembly Room Access page: https://www.operanorth.co.uk/howard-assembly-room/access/ Read or listen to our guide notes for getting to and around the Howard Assembly Room: https://www.operanorth.co.uk/access/har-guide-notes/ Watch a short video to give you an idea of what to expect the first time you visit the Howard Assembly Room: https://youtu.be/q-FUFno3YI8?si=lZT0lcwAheNcKpmb

Lift to all areas

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

Seating at regular intervals

Seating is available at regular intervals.

Disabled access

Step-free entrance

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

Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet

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

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.

Toilets features at Howard Assembly Room

There are 2 accessible toilets on level 1 with doors wide enough for manual and power wheelchairs and easy-turn lock and taps.

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.