Otley Courthouse is a unique arts and resource centre, created and run by local people, in Otley, West Yorkshire. The old magistrates court has been transformed into a fully accessible centre for people of all ages. There’s a lively evening events programme with great films, theatre, music, dance and cabaret. You can drop into the community cafe; visit the old cell; join a workshop (lots for all ages) use our free computer room or enjoy our visual arts exhibitions and popular monthly craft fair.
We’re open 6 days a week Mon-Sat from 10am-4pm with events most Fridays and Saturday evenings. Everyone is welcome. Stay for a few minutes or all day but drop in and see us soon!
How about hiring one of our attractive, well equipped rooms for a meeting, community event or a party?
In November don’t miss…
17th-22nd November
Otley’s First Ever Science Festival
Cool Science Events for the whole family!
DON’T MISS-
Marty Jopson’s breathtaking family science show on Friday 21st at 7.30pm ‘The Man who Really Discovered Steam’ complete with lots of bangs and pops
Come to our all day FREE Science Fair on Sat. 22nd Nov. 10am-4pm.
Help make liquid nitrogen ice cream
Try some of our amazing experiments
Meet grumpy old Sir Isaac Newton and get involved in calculating the pull of gravity
Enter our competition to build the tallest tower using just jelly beans and spaghetti (all provided)!!
(Please note: the Science Cafe and Saturday night’s ‘Delights of Chemistry’ show have now both sold out)
Saturday 29th November
Bodega
Talented and versatile, Bodega make music with a fierce energy and imagination, and include sensational Shetland fiddler Ross Couper, alongside pipes, accordion, harp, guitar/bass and vocal.
2006 winners of the BBC Young Folk Award, they continue the showcase of young Scottish talent at the Courthouse.
“They’ve got it all – superb songs, outstanding tunes, singing in Gaelic and English, clever arrangements and brilliant improvisation. Miss them if you dare”.
See the What’s On page for more details of all events - November is not a staying in month!
Download our complete Autumn 2008 programme here
