Pump House Theatre & Arts Centre

The Pump House is one of the leading arts venues in Watford with a thriving programme of events. The aim of the centre is to provide facilities for local arts groups and enable art for all of the community to enjoy. This covers all art forms including: plays, musicals, live music (including Jazz, Folk and rock), live comedy, dance and visual art. The centre is run by volunteers and is funded through the groups that use the centre, donations and sponsorship. We currently receive no regular funding from the council or any other arts bodies.

The Pump House Theatre & Arts Centre used to be the old pumping station supplying water to the Watford area. A new pumping station was built and the Pump House fell into disuse. In the early 70s the building was converted to provide a theatre auditorium and rehearsal room. Several other developments and improvements have been carried out over the years that have lead to the existence of the centre with additional facilities to support the local community as it is today. It offers an auditorium seating 124 and a live music venue.

Further information at www.pumphouse.info