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The Beacon, Wantage

The Beacon, Wantage

The home of comedy, live music, and theatre in Wantage

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About

The Beacon in Wantage is a community arts venue with a regular programme of stand-up comedy, live music, theatre, guest speakers, film screenings and pantomime. It also hosts classes and workshops, from yoga and dance to trampolining and karate.

Five spaces are available to hire for meetings, children’s parties, classes, private events and performances, with a stage, kitchen, garden and step-free access. The Brews and Books Cafe, run by volunteers from Wantage Literary Festival, serves coffee and cake on weekdays.

Good to know

From the business’s own information, checked September 2026. Things change: check before you go.

What's on here

MON26OCTFestivalsWantage Literary Festival 2026Monday 26 October to Saturday 7 November · The Beacon and other Wantage venuesMost talks £13.50, students and under…

Dates change: check with the organiser. Everything on What’s on.

Opening hours

Monday09:00–17:00
Tuesday09:00–17:00
Wednesday09:00–17:00
Thursday09:00–17:00
Friday09:00–17:00
SaturdayClosed
Sunday (today)Closed

Please check before you go. Opening hours, meeting times and other details can change, and while we work to keep this accurate, our information can sometimes be wrong. Confirm with The Beacon, Wantage before making a trip. Tell us if something has changed.

Location

The Beacon, Wantage OX12 9BX, UK

Questions

Where is The Beacon, Wantage?

The Beacon, Wantage is at The Beacon, Wantage OX12 9BX, UK.

What are the opening hours at The Beacon, Wantage?

Monday 09:00 to 17:00; Tuesday 09:00 to 17:00; Wednesday 09:00 to 17:00; Thursday 09:00 to 17:00; Friday 09:00 to 17:00. Details can change, so check with The Beacon, Wantage before you go.

Does The Beacon, Wantage have step-free access?

Yes, The Beacon, Wantage has step-free access. Details can change, so check with The Beacon, Wantage before you go.

Does The Beacon, Wantage have an accessible toilet?

Yes, The Beacon, Wantage has an accessible toilet. Details can change, so check with The Beacon, Wantage before you go.

Does The Beacon, Wantage have a garden?

Yes, The Beacon, Wantage has a garden or outdoor seating. Details can change, so check with The Beacon, Wantage before you go.

Can you hire The Beacon, Wantage for a private event?

Yes, The Beacon, Wantage takes private hire. Details can change, so check with The Beacon, Wantage before you go.

Does The Beacon, Wantage have live music?

Yes, The Beacon, Wantage has live music. Details can change, so check with The Beacon, Wantage before you go.

How do I contact The Beacon, Wantage?

You can contact The Beacon, Wantage by phone on 01235 763456 or through their website. The details are on this page.

Food and drink nearby

Within about a 10-minute walk.

Walks from here

Nearby

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