the Albany Competitors

Lighthouse is a source of inspiration and pride to our community and the wider region. We are the centre of artistic excellence for live events, film and visual art in Poole, providing a dynamic cultural facility for Poole, Dorset and the South West. We play an essential part in the delivery of the National and Regional Arts Strategy and have an important role as a receiving venue for national and international theatre, dance, music, contemporary circus and film. We support and enable the creation of work and artist development and provide a home for the region’s orchestra, BSO. Lighthouse is integral to the economic and cultural profile of both the town and region. We are passionate about providing opportunities for our community to experience the benefit the arts bring to individuals, communities and the cultural identity of the place in which we live.

The Old Fire Station is a centre for creativity in Oxford housing two organisations: the homelessness charity Crisis and Arts at the Old Fire Station (AOFS). We share our building. AOFS encourages people from all backgrounds to understand and shape the world in which we live through stories, creativity and the arts, and by connecting with others. Art is for everyone. Everyone has potential.

Historic 14th century AA 3 Star Hotel, refurbished en-suite rooms, free wi-fi, car park, award winning restaurant. Local real ales served in friendly popular bar.Corporate rates an ideal stop just off the M50, close to Cardiff, Gloucester, Hereford and Cheltenham