A birds eye view of a large building, anbd the surrounding area
A grand community hall with high, wood ceilings and a stage at on end.
Exterior of a large building in a park
Corner of a city street with a large old building, a palm tree, people crossing the road
A dark grey, contempory space with curved walls and dappled light
A carpeted room with chairs and tables, a screen and floor to ceiling curtains
A large conference room with white walls, chairs and tables, and a view out to a park

Albert Hall, Launceston

  • accessible
  • Attraction
  • Entertainment Venues

The Albert Hall holds a special place in Launceston's story. Since 1891, it has brought people together for performances, exhibitions, conferences, celebrations and community events.

Today, four distinctive spaces combine heritage character with contemporary amenities, creating opportunities for events ranging from intimate gatherings to major productions, with each space available individually or in combination to create an event tailored to your vision.

Accessibility Information

  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Train your staff in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges
  • Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
  • A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Have a hearing loop
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Have grab rails in the bathroom
  • Provide seating in common areas including reception area
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
  • Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
  • Have step free access to the conference or function room
  • Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
  • Have lifts with enough space for people using a mobility aid to enter and turn around to use the lift buttons. Buttons are at accessible height.
  • Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy)
  • Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
  • Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
  • Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
  • Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
  • An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
  • https://theatrenorth.com.au/albert-hall-accessibility

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We acknowledge Tasmanian Aboriginal People as traditional custodians of this land, we pay respect to Elders past and present, as they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hope for generations to come. We recognise and value Aboriginal histories, knowledge and lived experiences and commit to being culturally inclusive and respectful in our working relationships with Aboriginal People.

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Launceston Visitor Information Centre
Town Hall, 18-28 St John Street,
Launceston TAS 7250.

Phone:1800 651 827
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Sat & Sun:10am - 2pm
Public Holidays:10am - 2pm

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