Hippodrome, Historic circus theatre in Great Yarmouth, England
The Hippodrome features circular seating arrangements surrounding a central performance ring that transforms into a water-filled pool for aquatic presentations.
Built in 1903, the Hippodrome stands as a testament to Edwardian entertainment architecture and remains Britain's only surviving complete circus building.
The Hippodrome presents traditional circus performances mixed with modern acts, maintaining the heritage of British circus entertainment through generations.
The venue provides daily shows during peak seasons, with an adjacent café serving refreshments from 11:00 AM for theatre attendees.
The engineering system allows the circus ring floor to sink, creating a 100,000-gallon water basin for swimming performances within minutes.
Location: Great Yarmouth
Address: St George’s Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2PG, England
GPS coordinates: 52.60277,1.73576
Latest update: May 11, 2025 12:44
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