Quick answer
Bridlington Spa is a seafront entertainment venue on South Marine Drive, run by East Riding of Yorkshire Council. Its pantomime, Cinderella, plays on selected dates from Saturday 12 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027. It is an indoor, rainy day option. On 13 November the booking system showed child tickets from £19 and adult tickets from £25, varying by seat band. The terms say every child needs a ticket with a seat, except children under 2. A relaxed performance is at 5pm on Monday 28 December.
Is it right for my child?
- The venue: it overlooks Bridlington’s South Beach. The Spa calls its Theatre an ornate Edwardian two tier theatre with a proscenium arch.
- The pantomime: a Paul Holman Associates production starring David Potts and Troy Harris. The Spa promises musical numbers, comedy and plenty of audience participation.
- Ages: the official pages give no age guidance and no running time for Cinderella. Ask the box office if you are unsure about a young child.
- Supervision: the terms say children under 14 must be with a responsible adult aged 18 or over.
- Sensory notes: the terms say some performances use strobe lighting, smoke effects and loud noises. Notices of special effects are posted on the evening of the performance.
Plan your visit: a parent’s checklist
- Buy a ticket for every child aged 2 or over. The terms say children under 2 do not need a ticket with a seat.
- Ask the box office about leaving your seat mid-show. The terms say there are no pass-outs or re-admissions of any kind.
- Arrive in good time. The terms say latecomers are admitted at a suitable break, but admission cannot always be guaranteed.
- Ask the box office before packing snacks. The terms say your own food and drink may be prohibited.
- Tell the box office when booking if anyone in your group uses a wheelchair or needs special access. The terms ask for this.
Prices and tickets
On 13 November 2026 the Spa’s booking system showed the same prices for all 29 Cinderella performances. Each ticket type has four seat price bands: Premium Seating, Price Band A, Price Band B and Restricted View.
- Child: £28.50, £22, £21 or £19.
- Adult: £31.50, £27, £26 or £25.
- Concession: £31, £26, £25 or £24. The terms say concessions generally, but not always, apply to under 16s and senior citizens. Proof is needed when you collect the ticket.
- Under 2s: the terms say they do not need a ticket with a seat. The price list showed no baby or family ticket.
- Fees: the terms say some events carry booking fees.
- Refunds: the terms say tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase. If an event is cancelled, card payments through the box office system are refunded automatically, and other payments by BACS.
- Payment plan: for pantomime orders over £50, through the box office. Pay a 25% deposit, then the balance at least 14 days before the show, or the tickets are cancelled with no refund.
Pushchairs, babies and toilets
- Toilets: the Spa says an access toilet is immediately to the right through the main entrance. Every toilet section has one too.
- Baby changing, pushchairs and breastfeeding: the Spa’s own pages do not mention them. Ask the box office about changing and buggy storage before you go.
Food and drink
The Spa’s café, overlooking South Beach, opens Monday to Saturday 9am to 4pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm. These hours are subject to change, and it may close early for large events and gigs. The Spa suggests checking its social media first.
- Bars: during shows and concerts, the licensed bar is open downstairs.
- Bringing your own: the terms say your own food and drink may be prohibited, so check with the venue first.
Getting there and parking
- Address: Bridlington Spa, South Marine Drive, Bridlington, YO15 3JH. The Spa says it is reached from the A166 or A165 coastal route.
- No on-site parking: the Spa says three pay and display car parks are within a 10 minute walk. It names Langdale Wharf, Nelson Street and Palace car parks, plus pay and display street parking on South Marine Drive.
- Langdales Wharf Car Park (YO15 3AN): the Spa calls it Langdale Wharf and names it as the nearest. The council lists it as open 24 hours, with charges 8am to 6pm and 8pm to 8am every day, including bank holidays. It has 87 standard and 4 disabled spaces and a 2.2m height limit.
- Disabled bays: a few sit down the slipway north of the Spa. For step-free access, return up the slip road and follow South Marine Drive left to the main entrance.
- Drop-off: allowed at the kerb outside the main entrance, but never leave the vehicle unattended. It is not possible at certain large capacity events.
When to visit
- Cinderella: on selected dates from Saturday 12 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027.
- Times on 13 November: most dates had 1pm and 5pm shows. Friday 18 December had a 7pm show only. Christmas Eve had 10am, 1.30pm and 5pm shows.
- Single 2pm shows: Boxing Day, 31 December, and 1, 2 and 3 January.
- No performances listed: 14 to 17 December, Christmas Day and 30 December.
- Box office: Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm, closed Sundays and Christmas Day. Hours can change weekly. Phone 01262 678258.
Additional needs and disability support
Bridlington Spa publishes this support on its accessibility page and the Cinderella event page.
- Relaxed performance: 5pm on Monday 28 December 2026.
- BSL signed performance: 2pm on Sunday 3 January 2027.
- Free carer tickets: the Authorised Carer Ticket Scheme gives a free carer’s ticket after registration. The cared-for person shows the first page of a DLA or PIP letter, or an Access Card.
- Register first: the box office cannot issue carer tickets to anyone not pre-registered, including on the night. It allows one carer ticket per show.
- Entrance: level access through automatic sliding doors from South Marine Drive. A lift goes to the Theatre Circle, and one level below to the Theatre Stalls.
- Wheelchair spaces: three in the Stalls, towards the back, and four more in the Circle. A carer may not always sit next to a wheelchair user.
- Stairs: the Spa says some seats can only be reached by stairs.
- Mobility scooters: they cannot go in the lifts or auditoriums. Leave them in the foyer; a limited number of manual wheelchairs are provided for transfers.
- Assistance dogs: welcome. Tell the box office when booking.
- Not mentioned: the Spa’s pages do not mention sensory bags, quiet spaces or a Changing Places toilet.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Bridlington Spa pantomime 2026?
Cinderella plays on selected dates from 12 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. No performance is listed on Christmas Day.
How much are Bridlington Spa panto tickets?
On 13 November the booking system showed child tickets at £19 to £28.50 and adult tickets at £25 to £31.50, by seat band.
Do babies need a ticket for Bridlington Spa?
The terms say every child needs a valid ticket with a seat, except children under 2 years of age.
Is there a relaxed performance of Cinderella?
Yes. The event page lists a relaxed performance at 5pm on Monday 28 December 2026.
Can you leave during the show at Bridlington Spa?
The terms say there are no pass-outs or re-admissions of any kind. Ask the box office how this applies during a performance.
Checked on 13 November 2026 against the official Bridlington Spa pages for Cinderella, accessibility, food and drink, contact, about us, terms and payment plans. Also checked: the Spa’s booking system and East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Langdales Wharf car park page. Prices and times can change, so check before you travel.
