Create your ideal event against the backdrop of Leicester’s oldest surviving theatre. The Y Theatre is a striking and affordable venue, where our friendly staff can assist you with the finer details such as food, entertainment and dressing. The theatre can accommodate 120 guests for a sit down meal plus a top table on stage. There is an option to transform the space into a dance floor. The bar also gives your guests a second room in which to relax.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

1900

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

No. of People In Team

Overview of The Y Theatre

Wedding Venue Type

Event Venue

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

120

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available

Dancefloor Available

Confetti Permitted

Wedding Venue Details

City View

Exclusive Use

Bridal Changing Facilities

Disabled Access

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Grade I/II Listed Building

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

In-House Wine List

Pricing for The Y Theatre

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£1,900

Our initial cost for wedding hire is £1,900. This includes a technician, staff, use of the theatre and bar and our in-house PA and lighting rig. This allows you access to the theatre between 9am and midnight. Any additional hours outside of those times are charged at £100 per hour. Everything else - special lighting, chair covers, buffet etc. - will need to be hired in and costs for these vary depending on the company. These can include: Welcome drinks Evening buffet for your reception guests Exclusive use of our Victorian Theatre and contemporary bar until Midnight Red carpet entrance Table cloths, crockery and cutlery Chair covers Use of our Percy Barratt room for a quiet space or children’s room Master of Ceremonies

What is included in this pricing:

Exclusive use

Choice of preferred caterers

Wedding coordinator available on the day