Venue Description

Saffron Hall is an award-winning concert hall uniquely located on the campus of Saffron Walden County High School. Built with the generous support of the Yellow Car Charitable Trust, Saffron Hall has become a vibrant, pioneering model of cultural provision and arts education since its opening in November 2013. The hall is a dual-use space, operating as both the school hall – for assemblies, parents evenings, exams, school concerts and productions – and also as a world-class performance space, hosting some of the finest cultural experiences in the country, including both world-class and local soloists, folk and jazz ensembles, orchestras, dance groups and opera. Our critically acclaimed acoustic attracts world-renowned artists to the stage including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bryn Terfel, Kathryn Tickell, The Sixteen, Richard Thompson, Britten Sinfonia, The Hallé, Nicola Benedetti and Jess Gillam, to name a few. Our schools and community programme brings opportunities to experience and participate in the performing arts to people of all ages and backgrounds. Our work includes a programme of performances, open rehearsals, side-by-side workshops, and masterclasses for both primary and secondary school students, and pioneering community initiatives including Together in Sound, our music therapy project for people living with dementia and their companions.

Accessibility

Saffron Hall is fully wheelchair accessible from our car park, with level external door thresholds and a power-assisted main entrance door. Our accessible seating includes: -6 wheelchair spaces in Rows D and Z -14 step-free seats in Rows D and Z

Accessibility Guide

Accessibility Guide Link: https://saffronhall.com/visit/access/

Toilets

Accessible toilets are located on the ground floor and the mezzanine, which is accessible by a standard lift.

Staff

Many of our staff and stewards are Dementia Friends.

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

Saffron Hall is on the site of Saffron Walden County High School. There are open grassy areas behind the main building, however they are close to the car park so visitors may wish to exercise caution if letting their dogs off lead.

Other assistance dog facilities

We have seats in our auditorium with additional space for assistance dogs. Water bowls are available from our stewards or bar staff on request.