Winding Wheel
The Winding Wheel opened in 1923 as the Picture House and, in the late 30s it was bought by the Odeon Cinema chain. As well as a cinema, the building housed a ballroom and a restaurant. It closed in 1981 but was bought by Chesterfield Borough Council, restored and refurbished, opening again in the late 80s as a conference and entertainment venue. Recently given Grade II listed building status, the Winding Wheel is one of 155 listed in cinemas in the country.
Today, the Winding Wheel is the venue for concerts, lectures, dances and conferences, and has 3 rooms available for hire for private functions. One of these, the Ballroom, has a beautiful stained glass dome over the dance floor.
The Winding Wheel has hosted West End touring shows, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and major tribute acts including Livewire (the AC/DC Show).
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Prices
Free entry
Show prices vary
Opening details
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon 12 Nov 2012 - Wed 31 Dec 2014 | Mon - Fri 10:00 to 16:00 |
| Notes | Office opening times. Evening show start times vary and shows often take place on Saturdays and Sundays. |
Contact
Box OfficeTel: 01246 345222
box.office@chesterfield.gov.uk
www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
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Nearby
Local AccommodationVenue
Winding Wheel13 Holywell Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7SA
www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
See location on Google maps.Map reference: SK 385712 Lat: 53.23715 Long: -1.42446
The Winding Wheel is in Chesterfield town centre and there are many nearby car parks. The directions below are to the nearest car parks.
From North/South
Leave M1 at junction 29 and follow A617 to Chesterfield (approx 4 miles). At roundabout select middle lane and take 3rd exit. At next roundabout select right hand lane and take 2nd exit (Lordsmill Street). Keep to right hand lane and go straight on through traffic lights and round back of 'Crooked Spire' Church. Select right hand lane and go straight on at 1st and 2nd set of traffic lights, approaching large roundabout with car park in middle. Keep to right hand lane and turn right into car park (Holywell Cross).
From East
Follow A617 to junction with M1 motorway, then follow route from North/South.
From West
Follow A619 to Chesterfield. At traffic light controlled roundabout (Lidl on left) select middle lane and take 3rd exit. Keep to left lane and, at traffic lights, go straight on. At next roundabout select left lane and take 1st exit (Lordsmill Street). Select right hand lane, then follow route from North/South.
Parking : with charge
Accessible by Public Transport : Chesterfield station
Also at this venue
Winding Wheel
Team Building Events
Meetings
Corporate Hosptitality
Banqueting
Exhibitions
Events at this venue
Self-assessed accessibility details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is solid
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
- Hearing loop installed in public areas
General
- Hearing loop system
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
- Audible alarm system
Notes
Although the Winding Wheel doesn't have a cafe, there is a bar available in the Auditorium during performances.
