Illustration of a toy stage with red curtains where two nutcrackers and a dancer perform for a small seated audience (Christmas Panto)

Christmas Panto

Tom Rolfe Productions returns to St Mary's Cathedral for an annual Christmas pantomime tailored for younger audiences. The hour-long performance packs in traditional panto fun and entertainment in a format that little ones can easily manage.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Ages

Younger children

Neighborhood

Coulby Newham

Food & Drink

Refreshments typically available at Cathedral performances include hot drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic cold drinks, snacks and confectionery.

Parking

There is no parking at the Cathedral. Free parking is available at the Parkway Centre across the road from the Cathedral, less than a one-minute walk from the main door.

Accessibility

Public areas offer complete step-free access, wheelchair seating, accessible toilets, and a T Loop hearing system.

Going?

Location

St Mary's Cathedral · Dalby Way, Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough, TS8 0TW Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and playful

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book wheelchair seating when arranging tickets, and speak to the team beforehand if you use a motorised mobility wheelchair or scooter.
  • Use the Parkway Centre car park across the road, as there is no parking at the Cathedral.
  • Allow extra time for possible bag checks, and leave suitcases, rucksacks and large bags at home.
  • Keep hot and alcoholic drinks, tins, cans and glass bottles outside the venue because they are not permitted inside.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Babes in arms are admitted free without a seat.

Links & Contact

Run by Tom Rolfe Productions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Christmas Panto aimed at?

It is aimed at younger children, and the hour-long show is designed to be manageable for little ones.

What should I know about tickets for children and babies?

Children aged 18 months to 15 years inclusive need their own ticket unless otherwise stated and must be supervised by an adult. Babes in arms are admitted free but do not get a seat.

What accessibility facilities are available?

The Cathedral’s public areas are step-free, with wheelchair seating by request, an accessible toilet and a T Loop system. Speak to the team before booking if you use a motorised mobility wheelchair or scooter.

Where can I park, and what public transport is available?

There is no Cathedral parking. Free parking is across the road at the Parkway Centre; buses 10 and 12 stop on Dalby Way, and visitors arriving by train can take a bus or taxi from Middlesbrough station.

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