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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 (new time)
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
How to Find Us
York Theatre Royal Costume Hire
Unit 3, Birch Court
Osbaldwick Link Road
York
YO19 5JA
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
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:
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 & 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.
Full hire Terms & Conditions click here.
Private Tours
York Theatre Royal Costume Hire Talk & Tour
Would your group like a private tour of our amazing Costume Hire store? We are now hosting group visits which consist of a tour around the facility and a talk about some of our special items. The store is home to around 100m of rails of clothing including fabulous Pantomime costumes, period original clothing dating back to late Victorian era and pieces worn by famous actors. We can’t wait to share it with you!
For further details and booking please contact costumehire@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk
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