Description

The centre provides a performance space to puppet companies from across the globe. From Mexican dancing dolls to Japanese mask theatre, this is the place to see it. The centre also runs courses in puppet-making and puppeteering: these can take the form of day long workshops or a two year degree if you want a professional qualification.

Although the exterior is remarkably uninviting, inside there are seminar suites, a library with over 4,000 puppet-related books, a studio theatre and a research unit. Admission to the centre itself and the fascinating standing exhibition featuring international puppets, masks, prints and engravings is free all year round, but shows only take place at 2pm on Saturdays from September-June and there is a small charge.

Admission: adults £4, children £3