Quick answer
Hull New Theatre is the city’s big touring theatre on Kingston Square, run by Hull Theatres. Its pantomime, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan, plays on selected dates from 10 to 31 December 2026. It is an indoor, rainy day option. The theatre lists the panto as Suitable for All Ages, and the event page said prices from £21.50 on 13 November. Hull Theatres’ terms offer Babes in Arms tickets for under 12 months at selected shows only. The terms allow only bags of A4 size or smaller in the auditorium.
Is it right for my child?
- The theatre: it opened in 1939 and reopened in 2017 after a refurbishment. It hosts family shows, musicals and what it calls the region’s largest pantomime.
- The pantomime: Brendan Cole plays Captain Hook and Jennie Dale the Magical Mermaid. The theatre promises magical effects, swashbuckling sets, stunning costumes and lots of laughter.
- Ages: the panto is listed as Suitable for All Ages. For shows in general, Hull Theatres advises that most are unsuitable for under 3s, except children’s shows.
- Supervision: the terms say under 14s must always be with a responsible adult. Staff may ask parents to leave if a child is disturbing others.
- Sensory notes: the event page warns that some productions may contain flashing and strobe lighting and haze. Ask the box office before booking.
- Running time: not published on 13 November 2026.
Plan your visit: a parent’s checklist
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early. Hull Theatres asks this so there is time for bag and security checks.
- Bring a bag no bigger than A4. The terms say larger bags and umbrellas go to the cloakroom, run at selected events for £1 per item, free to Extras members.
- Leave balloons, glitter, party poppers, strobe lights and noisemakers at home. They are on the terms’ prohibited items list.
- Check the food rules below before packing snacks, because two official pages differ.
- Keep your tickets with you. The terms say you must show them again to get back in after leaving, including at the interval.
Prices and tickets
The event page said prices from £21.50. On 13 November 2026 the theatre’s booking system showed these ticket prices, without fees.
- 10 to 17 December and 28 to 31 December: Full Price £17.50 to £30, Under 16 £14 to £26.50. Over 65, Student and Disabled tickets were also listed.
- 19 to 27 December: Full Price £19.50 to £33, Under 16 £16 to £29.50.
- Fees: the terms add a £1.50 booking fee and a £2.50 facility fee per ticket. Tickets under £15, groups of 10 or more, schools and Extras members are excluded.
- Babies: the terms offer Babes in Arms tickets for under 12 months, on a parent’s or carer’s lap, at selected shows. They must come from the box office.
- Refunds: tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled. The terms allow exchanges to another performance of the same event and ticket value. These cost £2 per ticket, subject to availability and management discretion.
Pushchairs, babies and toilets
- Baby changing: the Hull Theatres terms say baby changing facilities are available.
- Toilets: accessible toilets are on the Main Foyer and Circle levels. A Changing Places toilet is in the Stalls Foyer.
- Pushchairs and breastfeeding: the official pages do not mention them. Ask the box office about buggy storage.
Food and drink
Bars throughout the building serve drinks before performances and in the interval. Hot food, light bites and snacks are served up to 2 hours before the show. The menu includes a children’s menu.
- Kiosk: the foyer kiosk sells sweets, crisps and soft drinks before the show and in the interval.
- In the auditorium: no hot food. Drinks bought on site can go in a plastic glass, so ask at the bar. Free drinking water is available on request at the Main Foyer Bar.
- Bringing your own: the food and drink page allows only food and drink bought on site. The terms allow sweets, snacks and soft drinks in non-glass containers. Follow the stricter page, or ask the box office.
- Medical needs: both pages say allowances are made. Email the box office before your visit.
Getting there and parking
- Address: the contact page gives Kingston Square, Hull HU1 3HF. The getting here page shows HU1 3RQ, the postcode the contact page gives for Hull City Hall.
- Street parking: the theatre says limited pay and display bays nearby are free after 6pm.
- Albion Street car park: the theatre’s nearest named car park, which it lists as open 8am to 11pm. Hull City Council lists it as open 24 hours, charging 8am to 6pm daily.
- Charges: the council lists £1.20 for 1 hour up to £3.60 for 4 hours. Blue Badge holders park free. The barrier is 191cm high.
When to visit
- Peter Pan run: on selected dates from Thursday 10 to Thursday 31 December 2026.
- Times: 2pm and 7pm, or 1pm and 5pm, depending on the date. Wednesday 16 December has a 2pm show only.
- No performances listed: 11, 14, 18 and 25 December. Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and New Year’s Eve have 1pm and 5pm shows.
- Box office: the venue box office opens 1 hour before family shows. Phone 01482 300 306, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 4pm.
- Latecomers: the terms say they may be asked to wait for a suitable break before taking their seats.
Additional needs and disability support
Hull Theatres publishes this support for Hull New Theatre. On 13 November 2026 one Peter Pan access performance was listed.
- BSL interpreted: 7pm on Tuesday 15 December 2026, with an interpreter at the side of the stage.
- Not listed: on 13 November no relaxed, audio described or captioned Peter Pan performance was listed.
- Wheelchair access: a level entrance and accessible foyer, with lift access to all floors. The circle is not accessible to wheelchair users.
- Wheelchair spaces: up to 10, in the stalls. Tell the box office when booking. Unsold spaces are released two weeks before the event.
- Carers: the Personal Assistance Scheme is for customers who could not attend without an essential carer. Decisions take up to 14 days, and you should not book until approved.
- Hearing: the access page offers Sennheiser infra-red headsets from the Duty Manager for a £10 refundable deposit or a current driving licence. The terms say to book in advance with a £10 deposit and ID, so confirm when booking.
- Changing Places: in the Stalls Foyer, with level access. It needs a RADAR key, so ask staff if you have none.
- Assistance dogs: welcome. Tell the box office when you book.
- Not mentioned: the official pages do not mention sensory bags or quiet spaces.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Hull New Theatre pantomime 2026?
Peter Pan plays on selected dates from 10 to 31 December 2026. No performance is listed on Christmas Day.
How much are Hull New Theatre panto tickets?
The event page said prices from £21.50. On 13 November the booking system showed Under 16 tickets at £14 to £29.50, varying by performance, before fees.
Do babies need a ticket for the Hull panto?
Hull Theatres offers Babes in Arms tickets for under 12 months at selected shows, from the box office. Check availability when you book.
What age is the Hull New Theatre panto suitable for?
The theatre lists Peter Pan as Suitable for All Ages. No running time was published on 13 November 2026.
Can you take snacks into Hull New Theatre?
The official pages differ. The food and drink page allows only items bought on site, while the terms allow sweets and soft drinks.
Is Hull New Theatre good for autistic children?
On 13 November no relaxed Peter Pan performance was listed. Some productions may have strobe effects and haze, so ask the box office first.
Checked on 13 November 2026 against the official Hull Theatres pages for Peter Pan, Hull New Theatre, access, food and drink, getting here, contact and terms. Also checked: the theatre’s booking system and Hull City Council’s Albion Street car park page. Prices and times can change, so check before you travel.
