It hosts in-house shows, such as a pantomime and productions by a youth theatre and a community company, alongside national tours.

Planning for the replacement building began in 1993 and received a significant boost when the Lottery Commission provided £3.75 million towards the fund.

[1] The design of the Main House is based upon the shape of an Elizabethan Courtyard or Inn Yard Theatre, from which the building takes its name.

The building contains a Studio theatre in addition to its Main House (and both double as cinemas), an art gallery and two conference rooms, on the ground and first floor.

[3] There is also a licensed Cafe-Bar which hosts a number of free events such as 'Jazz Cafe', 'Sunday Social' and 'Open Mike Night'.