Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall

Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall is a distinctive performance venue at the University of York, offering event organisers a professionally equipped setting for concerts, recitals, cultural programmes and live performances. The 350-seat hexagonal auditorium is recognised for its excellent acoustics, making it particularly well suited to instrumental, vocal, chamber music and contemporary performance formats.

The venue regularly presents professional touring artists alongside university orchestras, choirs, ensembles and student-led performances. Its programme demonstrates the flexibility of the space, from classical concerts and choral works to jazz, experimental electronic music, family performances, film screenings with live music and talks connected to artistic and academic projects. This broad experience makes the hall a strong option for organisers seeking a credible and characterful music venue in York.

Production capabilities include a full lighting rig, high-quality video streaming and recording facilities, as well as a full-sized organ and two Steinway grand pianos. The hall can therefore support both traditional concert presentation and more technically demanding live productions. It is also connected to specialist music facilities and recording spaces within the University of York’s School of Arts and Creative Technologies.

Alongside the main auditorium, the wider campus offers additional performance, rehearsal, studio and seminar spaces. Organisers can contact the university’s events team to discuss availability and request a quotation for suitable facilities. The venue is accessible by road and public transport, with wheelchair spaces and adjacent companion seating available when arranged in advance. Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall combines strong musical credentials, university campus infrastructure and modern technical support for memorable live events in York.