BRISTOL Hippodrome is welcoming back theatre tours, two years after they stopped due to the pandemic.

The theatre, that has been open for over 100 years has only ever closed for repairs or refurbishment, even remaining open to the public during both World Wars, but closed in 2020 as the country went into lockdown.

Designed by Frank Matcham, the Hippodrome is bursting with history and staff say the ever-popular theatre tours are full to the brim with interesting facts and tales of the stars who have performed on their impressive stage. 

The popularity of the tours is evident as the first one scheduled to take place on September 17 has almost sold out.

Kyle Pyrke, creative learning director said: “It is incredibly moving to finally reopen the tours again and allow the public to hear some of the most moving, funny and in some cases tragic stories this beautiful theatre holds. 

"The Hippodrome has been here for 110 years, visited by Royalty, hosted performances from some of the biggest stars of the day and continues to showcase some of the biggest shows touring the UK today. 

"This theatre really does have it all.” 

To book a space on a theatre tour visit - www.atgtickets.com/shows/theatre-tour/bristol-hippodrome/