What time do performances start?
Standard show timings for live music are as seen below. Please refer to your e-ticket, or physical ticket if purchased at the box office, which tells you the doors open time of the show you are attending. The below times are just a guideline we try and work towards when booking bands, however, some show times may vary.
19:30 – Doors Open
20:00 – Support Act (If applicable)
20:45-21:00 – Interval
21:00-22:30 – Main Act
The JPC reserves the right to alter start and finish times.
What accessibility does the John Peel Centre offer?
You can visit our accessibility on the accessibility tab of this website. If you have any access requirements, please make the Venue Manager aware prior to your visit with us.
Venue & Access Manager – bobby@johnpeelcentre.co.uk
What are the age restrictions for gigs?
The following restrictions apply to gigs at the JPC. You will see the age symbol on your ticket or on the website if there is an age limit.
Over 18 Only
No children are allowed at gigs marketed as Over 18 Only.
Children 14-17 years
May only attend gigs if accompanied by an adult. Both adult and child must have tickets.
Children under 14 years
Not normally allowed at gigs. To ask for exceptional permission for a child under 14 to attend, accompanied by a parent or carer, please email the Venue Manager.
Parents/carers/responsible adult should note that where children are allowed to attend gigs, it is their responsibility to decide:
Please note – Our box office has recently moved to 11 Market Place and is managed by volunteers and our staff are part-time. If you call and your telephone call goes to answerphone, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
