The Assembly Hall is the youngest of Worthing’s theatrical venues and was given to the town in 1934 by Alderman Denton, who was Mayor of Worthing four times. He also gave the town Denton Gardens and The Denton Lounge, which adjoins the Pavilion Theatre.
The venue welcomes a host of stars each year. In the past, it has welcomed Motorhead and the Band of HM. Royal Marines, to Jimmy Carr, Eric Clapton, Joan Collins, David Bowie and The Who.
Like the Pavilion Theatre, the carpets can be rolled away to reveal a fine, fully sprung dance floor used in past times for regular afternoon tea dances and Ballroom events.
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Richmond Room
Attached to the Assembly Hall, the Richmond Room is an intimate venue which is perfect as a training or meeting space, smaller fairs and AGM space. The Richmond Room has access to private bar facilities, a kitchen surface area and has an inbuilt project & screen. A small stage can be built to accommodate presentations and small performances and is fully wheelchair accessible.
The Richmond Room can only be hired if the Assembly Hall is vacant.
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Venue Facilities
Wheelchair Access
Worthing Assembly Hall is entirely wheelchair accessible to the ground-floor main auditorium, bars, and toilets. There is no lift to the balcony.
Assistance Dogs
WTM welcomes registered assistance dogs in all venues. Please talk to our team for any specific requirements.
Toilets
All toilets are located on the ground floor. Baby changing facilities and accessible toilets are available.
Tickets
The box office will open 60 minutes before the advertised start time.
Bag/buggy storage
Large bags (measuring over 40cm x 30cm x 15cm) buggies/prams or carriers are not permitted in the auditorium.
Seating
Please note that there is limited seating available in the foyer and bar area. Access to your seats in the auditorium will typically be available 30 minutes before the show starts.
