The Assembly House
The Assembly House is a Georgian Grade I listed building located in Norwich, United Kingdom. Today, the Assembly House is used for conferences, exhibitions, visual and performing arts activities, and weddings, and is owned by a registered charity dedicated to the arts.
About The Assembly House
The Assembly House is a Georgian Grade I listed building located in Norwich, United Kingdom. Today, the Assembly House is used for conferences, exhibitions, visual and performing arts activities, and weddings, and is owned by a registered charity dedicated to the arts.
The origins of the Assembly House date back to 1248 when John Le Brun founded The Chapel and Hospice of St Mary's in the Field, a hospital dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, on the site.
In 2025, the venue hosted a concert as part of the touring Kala Festival, featuring artists including Pandit Debasis Chakroborty (Indian Slide Guitar), Ustad Akram Khan (Tabla), and Raga Pianist Deepak Shah.[1] It is one of the twelve historic Norwich buildings in the Norwich 12 initiative, a project aimed at developing an integrated group of heritage attractions in the city.
Quick Facts
Contact information
Location & Directions
Theatre St, Norwich, NR2 1RQ
Past Events
Previous KalaSudha performances at this venue
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to The Assembly House on Theatre Street, Norwich, by bus, train or on foot?
The Assembly House is on Theatre Street in the centre of Norwich (NR2 1RQ), near the Theatre Royal and opposite The Forum and Chantry Place. The Theatre Street bus stop is about 150 metres away, the Red Lion Street and St Stephens Street stops 0.2 miles, and Castle Meadow 0.3 miles. Norwich railway station is 0.7 miles from The Forum, across the street.
Where can I park for The Assembly House in Norwich, and is there Blue Badge parking?
The Assembly House has a 30-space car park on Chantry Road (NR2 1RF), behind the building, and you cannot reserve a space. It holds two pay-and-display bays for disabled drivers. If it is full, try Chapel Field East or the 1,000-space car park at Chantry Place. Norwich City Council lists Blue Badge parking in the city. A driver can drop off a guest with mobility needs at the front door.
Is The Assembly House in Norwich step-free and wheelchair accessible?
Both main entrances to The Assembly House are step-free, and a ramp leads from the main doorway into the Grand Hall. A lift suitable for wheelchairs serves the first floor. The ground floor has level access to the toilets, and an accessible toilet opens with a Radar key from reception. The Noverre Ballroom has a hearing loop. Two pay-and-display bays for disabled drivers sit behind the building on Chantry Road. For access needs, call 01603 626402 or email [email protected].
What is The Assembly House in Norwich like as a concert venue?
The Assembly House is a Georgian building, listed Grade I, built in 1754 and 1755 to designs by Thomas Ivory of Norwich. It stands on the site of a hospital founded in 1248, and a charitable trust owns it. Its rooms include the Grand Hall, lit by a crystal chandelier, and the Music Room, with a Steinway grand piano, chandeliers and a minstrels' gallery. The Noverre Ballroom is one of the largest function rooms in Norwich.
Where can I go to hear live Indian classical music in Norwich, which venues have hosted KalaSudha's concerts, and where do I find the next Norwich date?
KalaSudha presents Indian classical music in Norwich and lists each concert on its Norwich page, with a link to book. For the next Norwich date, read how to hear about new Norwich concerts.
KalaSudha has presented concerts at St Andrew's Hall on St Andrew's Plain and at The Assembly House, a Grade I listed building on Theatre Street.
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