Theatres
Whether you are going to see a play, comedy sketch show, or even
the Christmas Panto, the Marston Vale Line is within easy reach of
key theatres in the area. Below are details of the theatres close
to our stations.
Bedford Corn Exchange
The Bedford
Corn Exchange is a multi-purpose venue which hosts a variety of
events. As well as theatre productions, users can look forward to
seeing comedy acts, singers, and concerts, as well as many civic
events. The Corn Exchange is also home to the Philharmonic
Orchestra, who perform there around 8 times a year. Recent acts
that have graced the stage include Lenny Henry, Elkie Brooks, Mike
Reid, Jethro, and Kenn Dodd.
Plan your day out
1. Contact the Corn Exchange for information on performances and
to book tickets – 01234 269519
2. Plan your train journey and buy tickets – You can
check the train times and buy tickets using the Quick Times and
Tickets box to the right. The nearest station is Bedford St Johns
(walk and cycle).
3. Plan your onward journey from the station –
Directions by walk and cycle are given below.
Leave via the town centre exit. Head across the car park, and
turn left at the car park entrance onto Melbourne Street. At the
end of the road, head left along Kingsway. Cross over at the
traffic lights, and head right down Cauldwell Street. Head left at
the end of the road, and head along St Mary's Street. Cross the
bridge, and follow the road around the left. Follow the road around
the right, and the Corn Exchange is ahead.
Milton Keynes Theatre
Milton Keynes Theatre is a state of the art building,
with the most technically advanced equipment available. Designed by
architects Blonski-Heard, the new theatre accommodates a vast range
of productions, from large-scale West End musicals, to smaller,
more intimate drama. The auditorium ceiling has been carefully
designed to accommodate various shows and can be lowered or raised
depending on the scale of the production. The seating can also be
moved around within the auditorium to vary the capacity from
between 900 and 1,400.
Plan your day out
1. Contact the Theatre for information on performances and to
book tickets – 0870 060 6652
2. Plan your train journey and buy tickets – You can
check the train times and buy tickets using the Quick Times and
Tickets box to the right. The nearest stations are Bow Brickhill
(bicycle) and Bletchley (bus). The Theatre is in the
Milton Keynes PlusBus zone.
3. Plan your onward journey from the station – You can
use the MK Redways Map to plan your journey. This can be downloaded
by following the link below. Directions by walk and cycle are given
below. You can us the below journey planner to plan your journey by
public transport from Bletchley.
Location Map of Milton Keynes Theatre
MK Redways
Map (PDF, 3mb)
University of Bedfordshire Theatre
The theatre at the University of Bedfordshire is a hidden gem for
those of you with a passion for leading edge theatre and dance. The
280-seat auditorium provides an excellent facility for lovers of
the performing arts.
Plan your day out
1. Contact the Theatre for information on performances and to
book tickets – 01234 400400
2. Plan your train journey and buy tickets – You can
check the train times and buy tickets using the Quick Times and
Tickets box to the right. The nearest station is Bedford (bus). The
Theatre is in the
Bedford PlusBus zone.
3. Plan your onward journey from the station – You can
us the below journey planner to plan your journey by public
transport.
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