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£1,500 - £3,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 120
Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Description
Description
The Playhouse historic "B1" listed buildings are a unique intimate space beside the historic Derry Walls right in the heart of the city.
• Both wedding ceremonies and receptions catered for (registered venue for weddings and civil partnerships)
• Option to bring in your own catering
• We can provide a blank canvas for you to bring your own individual touch to your special day
• Multiple rooms available depending on the size of the wedding and requirements
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Anne Marie McKee
The award-wining Playhouse is one of Northern Ireland’s best loved Arts Centres, but we’re also a unique wedding venue, housed in two beautiful historic buildings. Refurbished at a cost of £4.6m, The Playhouse is a perfect blank canvas for couples wanting to create a unique day for their guests, right in heart of Derry’s historic walled city. Our prices start from just £1,200 so why not come in and talk to us about how we can tailor a package to suit your wedding?
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1992
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 10 and 30
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
2
Overview of The Playhouse
Wedding Venue Type
Theatre/ Arts Centre
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Wedding Venue Details
City View
Grade I/II Listed Building
Exclusive Use
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
Wedding Catering
External Catering Permitted
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
Alcohol Licence
Pricing for The Playhouse
Pricing for The Playhouse
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£1,500
Maximum Price
£3,000
The price includes the ceremony and/or reception, full access to the building and private areas to get ready, sign register or for private family moments. We offer discounts on rooms and workshops for hen and stag parties. We have a dedicated creative team that can help guide you in planning your day.
Location & Contact Details for The Playhouse
Location & Contact Details for The Playhouse
Wedding Venue Address
Travel Notes
The Playhouse historic "B1" listed buildings are nestled inside the historic Derry Walls right in the heart of the city. You can't get much more central than that!
Nearest Town
Derry City
Nearest Motorway & Junction
A5 or A2
Nearest Train Station
Waterside Railway Station
Nearest Airport
City of Derry Airport
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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Enjoy your day!
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
We love how everyone can transform the space into something completely unique, don't be scared, it's not hard! we're here to help!
Describe The Playhouse in 5 adjectives
Creative, flexible, unique, artistic and fun
Where’s the best photo spot at The Playhouse?
We love our theatre, and our dance studio's stunning views of the city. But we also love the graffiti artwork in our urban courtyard! Our stage door is a favourite spot, especially as it leads onto the famous Derry Walls.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Playhouse?
Dara O Brian crashed our underground speakeasy once
What’s your favourite canapé?
Derry is famed for its local artisan street food caterers YUM!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Why not think about a pop up performance or artist-led flash mob for your guests!
What is The Playhouse most unique feature?
Ever thought about getting a costumer designer to run a knicker making workshop for your hen? Or a graffiti or djing workshop for your stag? We have an extensive creative team of facilitators who can work with you to make anything possible!
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our ability to work with anyone to help them achieve their creative vision- it's what we do every day of the year!
Bridebook Benefits
Bridebook Discount5%
Bridebook GiftFree Bottle of Champagne