The Centre was officially opened on 15 June 1972 by Anthony Eden, one-time MP for Warwick and Leamington and Prime Minister.

It was designed by the Architect Sir Frederick Gibberd and has two auditoria, the first of which is a traditional theatre which can hold 667 people.

As well as hosting productions by local theatre, music and arts groups, the centre also welcomes national and international acts.

The National Blood Service holds drop-in donation sessions and there are numerous fairs and exhibitions held too.

Some of the famous people to have performed at the venue are , Ken Dodd, Charlie Watts, Joan Collins, Jim Davidson, Mike Skinner, Derren Brown, The Incredible String Band, Alexei Sayle, Jimmy Carr, James Acaster and Chris Addison.