It consists of two theatre spaces (Derby Hall and The Box), as well as the Edwin Street recording studio.

The centre is operated by Bury Metropolitan Arts Association, a registered charity.

[1][2] The Met is situated in the Derby Hall, a large Victorian classical building on Market Street in the centre of Bury.

The Met houses a busy programme of events which includes theatre shows, many varieties of music, and stand up comedy.

The association originally operated out of a disused bank building at 2 The Rock, promoting events in civic halls and parish churches.