An auditorium with tiered seating, exposed brick walls, and a stage with theatrical lighting at Bradford Live.
An auditorium with tiered seating, curved balconies, and stage lighting at Bradford Live.
An auditorium with tiered seating, ornate balcony details, and exposed brick walls at Bradford Live.
An auditorium with tiered seating, exposed brick walls, and a large stage at Bradford Live.

Main Auditorium at Bradford Live

Auditorium / Conference Room in an Entertainment Centre
·
Private space
1 Thornton Road, Bradford, BD1 2EP –
Bradford City Centre
Up to 3000
seats
Up to 3800
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The heart and soul of Bradford Live, the Main Auditorium is a majestic space designed to host the biggest and best.
From electrifying concerts to grand conferences, this room can handle up to 3,800 standing or 3,052 seated.
With state-of-the-art lighting, sound systems, and unbeatable sightlines, it’s a venue that leaves a lasting impression.
There are large loading bays and 10 dressing rooms, as well as a crew catering area.

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £12500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 3800
Theatre
up to 3000

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Quiet space
Car Park
10x Dressing Rooms
2x Bar Areas
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
Unavailable: Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

- No smoking in the building
- No outside catering

Reviews and ratings

(1 review and rating - )

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KH
Kathryn H.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Bradford Live

Bradford Live is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

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