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About Forum Twenty Eight
Forum Twenty Eight, formerly known as Forum 28, is Barrow-in-Furness’s versatile venue for theatre, comedy, music, conferences and events. Located at 28 Duke Street within the Barrow Town Hall complex, this multi-purpose space offers a main theatre plus additional rooms for meetings and gatherings. Whether you’re catching a performance, attending a conference, or planning a private event, we’ve got you covered with clear, straightforward ticketing and venue information.
Capacity ranges from a comfortable 530 in the main theatre to around 700 with standing configurations across Studio 158, Rydal 250, Grasmere 100, Ante Room 100, and other spaces. Use the seating options listed to choose the right arrangement for your visit.
Getting there is easy by car or rail. The Forum is about a 10-minute walk from Barrow-in-Furness railway station (roughly 0.5 miles). Local Stagecoach routes provide convenient bus access. Parking is straightforward with nearby Pay & Display options at Portland Walk and Town Hall Courtyard, including evening access guidance. When you’re ready to plan ahead, check affiliated hotels and dining options nearby to make a full day or evening out seamless.
Popular past performers include a range of theatre, comedy, and music acts, with notable orchestral performances such as the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra having appeared at this venue. Note: there was a temporary closure in 2025 for asbestos removal with relocation of some events; plans have been announced to resume and continue hosting a broad program.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location and address: The Forum Barrow, 28 Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 1HH (within Barrow Town Hall complex).
- Venue type: Multi-purpose theatre and conference venue; also houses rooms for meetings and events (Forum Barrow, formerly Forum 28).
- Capacity: Main theatre seats about 530; total capacity can be up to ~700 when configured for standing; additional spaces (Studio 158, Rydal 250, Grasmere 100, etc.).
- Seating chart: The Forum’s seating plan lists Theatre 530 seats; other spaces include Studio 158, Rydal 250, Grasmere 100, Ante Room 100, etc.
- Parking: Nearby Pay & Display car parks (Portland Walk, Town Hall Courtyard) with detailed guidance in Getting Here; gates/times noted for evening access.
- Transit: ~0.5 miles from Barrow-in-Furness railway station (about a 10-minute walk); Stagecoach bus information available for local routes.
- Nearby hotels: The Duke of Edinburgh Hotel (on or near Duke Street), Jeffersons Hotel & Apartments (60–64 Duke Street), Holiday Inn Express Barrow-in-Furness (Market Street) within a short distance.
- Notable events hosted: The Forum has hosted theatre, comedy, music and conferences; acts like the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra have appeared; the venue underwent a temporary closure in 2025 for asbestos removal with plans to relocate some events.