The Richard Whiteley Theatre

The Richard Whiteley Theatre is a performing arts venue on the Giggleswick School campus near Settle, in the Yorkshire Dales. It presents theatre, cinema and music for local audiences, while also serving as a performance and creative space for the school and the surrounding community. The theatre is available to external organisers as part of the school’s facilities hire programme, making it a setting to consider for performances, lectures, presentations, rehearsals and related gatherings.

The venue sits within a wider campus with additional spaces that can support different event formats. Depending on availability and requirements, organisers can enquire about combining the theatre with facilities such as the Assembly Hall, classrooms, music rooms, chapel and dining spaces. The school also offers catering options for hired facilities, with arrangements that can be tailored to the event. For groups planning a residential programme, the campus has boarding accommodation, subject to seasonal availability and booking arrangements.

The theatre’s technical operation includes stage management, sound and lighting, supporting productions and presentations. Its location in the countryside offers a distinctive alternative to a town-centre venue, while Settle and Giggleswick stations and local road links provide ways for guests to reach the campus. The theatre is within the school grounds, so organisers should check access, availability and practical arrangements with the Events and Lettings team before planning. It is a useful option for event planners seeking a dedicated performance venue in North Yorkshire, with the possibility of drawing on other school facilities for a larger or multi-part programme.