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When are we open?
Getting Here
Our Costumes
Frequently Asked Questions
Private Tours

Please note costume hire is currently closed so essential building works can be carried out

The team will still be able to accommodate prearranged pick-ups and returns, and will be responding to emails and voicemails. We apologise for any inconvenience and we will be back to normal service week commencing 06 Oct.

We are home to the amazing wardrobe of York Theatre Royal, with over 100m of rails of costume built up from our productions available for anyone to hire. Drop us a line with your enquiry to costumehire@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk.

Our friendly, helpful staff and volunteers will assist you in finding the perfect outfit for your event or creatively piece together stock for your production.

When are we open?

Opening Times

Tuesday 10am – 4pm

Thursday 2pm – 6pm

Saturday 10am – 4pm

Please contact us to make an appointment:

01904 715444

costumehire@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk

facebook.com/yorktheatreroyalcostume

Please be aware that as Costume Hire is only manned during our opening hours. We will reply to emails and messages left at other times on the next day of our opening.

Getting Here

York Theatre Royal Costume Hire
Unit 3, Birch Court
Osbaldwick Link Road
York
YO19 5JA

Find us on Google Maps.

We are situated in the Birch Court industrial estate on Osbaldwick Link Road, just off Hull Road by the turn off for B&Q. Look out for the big York Theatre Royal Costume Hire window sign.

Car parking spaces are opposite our entrance, please feel free to pull up outside our reception door for loading/unloading.

We’re located right by the bus stop for the York First Bus Route 6

(Clifton Moor – City Centre/Railway Station – University)

Our Costumes

Stock Includes

Pantomime, Animals, Characters
Period Costume: Ancient & Classical, Medieval, Tudor, Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian
20th Century Fashion: 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s
Uniforms: Military, Police, Medical, Clerical
Distressed/Halloween
Accessories: Shoes, bags, wigs, hats, neckwear & other accessories

Rail and mannequin hire is available. Unfortunately, we don’t hire out props or sets.

Hiring

We cater to all sorts of groups and individuals, including:

Schools, colleges, universities
Private customers for parties/events
Events companies
Amateur dramatic groups
Theatre companies
Local businesses
Freelance costumiers
Photographers/filmmakers

Minimum hire period of one week, discounts are available for longer hires. We can place items on reserve for you until needed.

Please let us know in advance if you are bringing a large group for fittings.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

How much does it cost?

Items are priced individually, please contact us with your enquiry and we can give you an idea of cost.

Are there discounts for schools and students?

A 10% discount is available for schools, colleges, and universities.

How can I pay?

We operate a cashless system – cards, BACS, cheques are all accepted

Will you post my costume items out to me?

Unfortunately, due to our limited opening hours, we are unable to offer a delivery/postage service or remote costuming.

Is York Costume Hire accessible?

Our ground level reception and fitting rooms are fully wheelchair accessible, but there is limited access to the main store. Please let us know of any access needs in advance of your visit and we will assist.

We have made changes to be more eco-friendly! Please bring your own bags if possible.

Please be aware our main store is a warehouse and working environment – warm clothes and sturdy footwear is advised. Please supervise children at all times.

Appointments are advisable – do let us know in advance if you are bringing groups of 6+ for fittings.

Read our Costume Hire Terms and Conditions.

Private Tours

York Theatre Royal Costume Hire Talk & Tour

Did you know?

Pauline and the team at Costume Hire do talks and tours! Join them for an hour and a half with a fun-filled, informative talk about our fabulous collection, a tour of the amazing store and a chance to do a bit of dressing up!

We can cater for a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 20 people at a time. Available Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 10-4. £12 per person.

All enquires welcome. For more information or to book a talk, contact Costume Hire on 01904 715444 or email us at costumehire@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk.

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Please note costume hire is currently closed so essential building works can be carried out