A cinematic interior
A traditional proscenium stage, intimate auditorium and original theatre atmosphere, with adaptable spaces for filming, interviews and stills.
Gorleston Pavilion Theatre
Film and TV location hire
An independent Edwardian theatre beside Gorleston beach, with an auditorium, stage, bar and backstage spaces ready to become part of your production.
- Characterful Edwardian theatre
- 1901
- Steps from Gorleston beach
- On the coast
- Stage, auditorium, bar and support areas
- Flexible spaces
Why the Pavilion?
Built for performance. Ready for production.
Period character, practical working spaces and a distinctive coastal setting—all together in one independent venue.
Room to work
Front-of-house, bar, stage and backstage areas offer options for the camera as well as practical production support, subject to your brief.
A seafront base
The theatre sits in Pier Gardens, directly opposite Gorleston's beach and close to a varied mix of coastal, residential and heritage locations.
See the location
The Pavilion from every angle
Take a short aerial sweep around the theatre, Bandstand and Pier Gardens, with Gorleston seafront just beyond.
The Pavilion on screen
Yesterday came to Gorleston
Danny Boyle and Richard Curtis's musical comedy placed Gorleston before cinema audiences around the world—and the Pavilion is unmistakably part of its opening journey.
- Released 2019
- Directed by Danny Boyle
- Written by Richard Curtis
- Filmed in Gorleston
Danny Boyle became a patron of the Pavilion
During the filming of Yesterday, the Pavilion supported the production and its illuminated frontage appeared in the opening sequence. Across the road, more than 6,000 local people gathered for the film's landmark beach concert.
Danny Boyle also visited the Pavilion and became a patron of the theatre. In this short clip, filmed inside our auditorium, he talks about the 'amazing space' of the Pavilion.
Read and watch the story
See the Pavilion in Yesterday
Watch the trailer, see the Pavilion on screen and look inside the auditorium during Danny Boyle’s visit.
Production logistics
Well connected on the Norfolk coast
A seafront base with practical road access, nearby accommodation and a varied mix of coastal, urban and heritage locations within reach.
Pavilion Theatre, Pier Gardens
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk NR31 6PPGet directions
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk NR31 6PPGet directions
- Road access
- Approach via the A47 and follow signs for Gorleston Town Centre and the Beach. Free parking is available immediately outside, with paid parking opposite.
- Rail
- Great Yarmouth is the nearest station, with regular services from Norwich. The onward taxi journey is normally around 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic.
- On the doorstep
- Gorleston Beach, the promenade, Pier Gardens, the Bandstand and harbour mouth are all immediately around the theatre.
- Wider locations
- Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft, the Norfolk Broads and Norwich broaden the range of coastal, waterside, urban and historic settings available nearby.
Plan your shoot
Tell us what your production needs
Every brief is different. Share your dates, crew size, intended spaces and technical requirements, and our team will explore what is possible.
A flexible historic venue
- Auditorium and proscenium stage
- Theatre bar and front-of-house areas
- Backstage and practical support spaces
- Coastal exterior and Pier Gardens setting
- Access and availability agreed around performances