The Plaza Theatre, Romsey
Everything you need for a fine evening at the historic Plaza Theatre in Romsey.
Find us in the heart of Romsey
The Plaza Theatre sits on Winchester Road, a short stroll from the market square. It’s an easy walk from the train station and well served by local buses.
- The Plaza Theatre, 40 Winchester Road, Romsey, SO51 8JA
- A five-minute walk from Romsey train station
- Free parking on Albany Road after 6pm
Ways to travel
Parking near the Plaza
Free after 6pm on Albany Road, with limited spaces right beside the theatre.
Arriving by train
Romsey station is a five-minute walk from our door, with direct services from Southampton and Salisbury.
Cycling and walking
Secure bike racks are in place near the main entrance, and the town centre is ten minutes on foot.
Arriving
Our front doors open straight off Winchester Road with level entry from the street, and the front-of-house team are at the door to welcome you.
Refreshments
Licensed bar, soft drinks, mocktails etc
Finding your seat
The auditorium seats around 250, in rows that rise from the stage, so the row in front sits below your view.
Before curtain up
Settle in beneath the 1930s cinema detailing: the gold-lined proscenium and the RAODS crest above the stage.
The show
From RAODS productions to visiting bands, comedy and pantomime, the lights go down and the show begins.
Your comfort and safety
Everything you need for a relaxed and enjoyable evening.
A drink before the curtain rises
Our licensed bar serves local ales, wines, spirits and soft drinks, and opens 45 minutes before the performance and during the interval.
Skip the queue
Pre-order your interval drinks at the bar before the show and we'll have them waiting.
Your time at the Plaza
Our front of house team is first class.
A theatre open to everyone
Every word clear as a bell
An infrared hearing loop covers the whole auditorium, with headsets available from front of house.
Accessible facilities
A step-free accessible WC sits off the foyer, close to both the bar and the auditorium doors.
A night out should be shared
Companion tickets are free for essential carers attending with you — just ask the box office when booking.
A clear view from every seat
Wheelchair spaces sit at the front of the stalls with level entry from the street, bookable by phone.
Frequently asked
The questions our box office hears most, answered before you ask.
There’s a large public car park directly behind the theatre on Albany Road, free after 6pm. A few disabled spaces are available right outside the main entrance on Winchester Road.
None at all. Come as you are — most people dress much as they would for an evening out in town.
Our licensed bar opens 45 minutes before the performance and again at the interval, serving local ales, wines, spirits and soft drinks.
The foyer and bar open 45 minutes before curtain up, and the auditorium around 20 minutes before.
Yes. There is level entry from Winchester Road, wheelchair spaces at the front of the stalls, an accessible WC off the foyer and an infrared hearing loop throughout. Companion tickets are free for essential carers.
Very much so. Age guidance varies by production and is listed on each show’s page — do check before booking.