The Venue

The Garage is conveniently located in Norwich city centre, opposite the attractive Chapelfield Gardens. The venue boasts a number of professional sprung floor dance and drama studios, meeting rooms and a high spec studio theatre which seats 110 people. We can accommodate a wide variety of projects and events, from community workshops through to conferences, business events and performances. Other facilities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi access, a lounge area with snack machines, changing rooms and white boards. We can also provide a range of equipment such as flip charts or AV equipment for your use.

We believe that you will enjoy your time at The Garage. It is a vibrant and lively venue attracting young people, artists, community groups and businesses alike. We value the diversity of the range of people using our facilities and many people who manage events here enjoy the mix of the creative and business that takes place. The Garage is an inspiring place, whatever your intended activity, Ballet classes, drama sessions and break dance workshops often take place right across the corridor from corporate training or a large scale conference. 

Our team pride themselves on creating a welcoming atmosphere and on supporting events taking place in the venue. Hiring a studio or running an event at The Garage could not be simpler and our dedicated staff will support you to make the most of your time here, advising on the range of facilities resources and services available.

Over the years, we have built up strong relationships with the arts and business community and value the relationships we build with other organizations. Many organizations use us time and again and we hope that this is testimony to the quality of service, support and welcome we pride ourselves upon.   

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"The staff at the Garage are the most welcoming and approachable people, they make all the young people feel valued and all are treated with respect and dignity; consequently I have never seen any shouting or inappropriate behaviour when I have visited… Young people who have come on courses all say how fantastic they are…The venue is class and we feel we get the best.” Norfolk Youth Offending Team