Settle Victoria Hall
Est. 1853: The world’s oldest Music Hall
Settle Victoria Hall is a Grade II listed working Victorian Music Hall in the market town of Settle, on the edge of the iconic Yorkshire Dales. Our wide programme of live music, cinema, theatre and entertainment is supplemented by community events, cafes, classes, markets and more.
Still going strong since 1853!
Opening Night 1853
Victoria Hall was opened on 11 October 1853, and has been at the heart of community and culture in Settle ever since. We operate as an award-winning and successful social business, bringing arts, culture, and community space to our beautiful corner of North Yorkshire. Settle Victoria Hall Ltd. is a registered independent charity run by a small management team, and supported by trustees and volunteers.
What’s On
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Over the past 20 years John Doyle has established himself as the guitarist-accompanist of choice for not only Joan Baez and Mary Chapin Carpenter but also the great Chicago-born Irish fiddler Liz Carroll and bluegrass stars Tim O’Brien and Dirk Powell.
The Bar Stool Preachers are a dynamic and groundbreaking band that is set to revolutionize the music scene. With their unique blend of punk rock, ska, and reggae, the Bar Stool Preachers are poised to captivate even more audiences worldwide.
A huge selection of second hand, antiquarian, collectable and out-of-print books, maps & ephemera.
From award-winning writer-director Mona Fastvold (The World to Come, The Brutalist) comes the extraordinary true legend of Ann Lee, founder of the devotional sect known as the Shakers.
A middle-aged tailor and his wife find their relationship challenged by the arrival of a handsome new apprentice.
Birdvox is an exciting new electro-folk band born from a mutual love of birds, harmonies and kitchen discos. Dlù are a high-energy five-piece indie trad band from Glasgow, and one of the most respected voices of their generation.
Rock That Country is a professional contemporary country trio delivering a high-energy live show built around strong vocals, tight three-part harmonies and engaging musicianship.
Lucca Mae is taking the UK by storm—one gig at a time. A standout talent on the burgeoning London Soul/Ska circuit. Mae channels the raw soul of Sam Cooke, Paulo Nutini and the timeless spirit of Amy Winehouse.
The Four Horsemen of Rising Crime, Global Warming, AI and Culture Wars are galloping towards us. Are we on the road to hell? And can we avoid the potholes? ‘Fair Cop’ Alfie has the antidote to the breakdown of law and order, fake news and the price of baked beans.
Swashbuckling, fast-paced and packed with satirical wit and musical excellence, The Pirates of Penzance is filled with Sullivan's memorable melodies and Gilbert’s quick-fire humour.
Join Giggleswick & Settle Brass Band for an unforgettable evening of music inspired by the power, beauty and drama of The Elements.
In an era of great change and great beauty emerged the character of James McNeill Whistler. Considered by some to be one of the great innovators of 19th century art, he was a contemporary of the Impressionists, much admired by Van Gogh and Manet.
A history of land rights and protest in folk song and story, the show connects the Norman Conquest and Peasants’ Revolt with current issues like the housing crisis, reparations, climate breakdown and food sovereignty via the Enclosures, English Civil War and Industrial Revolution, drawing a compelling narrative through the radical people’s history of England in folk song, stories and poems.
Slinging his signature guitar and singing with inimitable soulful grit, Graham Parker has spent more than four decades carving out a singular place in rock and roll.
One of the UK’s most successful songwriters, Mark Chadwick, has co-written 20 chart singles and 6 Top 40 albums (including a Number 1) as part of the Levellers, the band he has fronted for over 25 years.
Eabhal have made a significant impact on the Scottish music scene with their vibrant and energetic folk music.
Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière’s classic dark comedy.
Miss Victoria’s Enterprises
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Miss Victoria's Emporium
Open now in Settle Market Place
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Invigorate Settle
Community- Sustainability- Enterprise
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Miss Victoria's Refreshment Gardens
Open now!
Partnerships
Settle Victoria Hall is grateful to Keyfund, Power to Change, and NIF for help with the financing of our cinema project. With their help, and the generosity of local individuals and organisations, we have been able to install projection and sound equipment, allowing us to bring Cinema back to Settle after 40 years. To view our film programme, click here.
Settle Victoria Hall is proud to be part of the Music Venues Alliance, representing Grassroots music venues across the UK, and the Theatres Trust.
Awards
Winner of the 2017 Craven Community Champion Award for Arts and Culture, Highly Commended in the White Rose Award for Arts and Culture 2018, and finalist in the SEYH Social Impact award 2021.