Vane Tempest @ Dunelm House

Dunelm House is the famous Grade II listed Brutalist Students' Union of Durham University. One might say it is somewhat "Marmite", as many Brutalist buildings are - but most importantly for the Fringe, it’s in the centre of Durham, close to our other venues, in a spectacular setting. We are very grateful to The Students' Union for supporting us and allowing us to use this exciting two stage venue. The ballroom space, on the lowest floor of the building, is named after the renowned ballerina, Dame Margot Fonteyn, who was a previous Chancellor of Durham University. The Vane tempest is on the floor above and is a lecture theatre during term time.

Dunelm House is the famous Grade II listed Brutalist Students' Union of Durham University.

Duhelm House is set over 5 floors (with no lift) and has 2 performance spaces, the Fonteyn Ballroom and Vane Tempest.

The lack of a lift and multiple stairs makes access a challenge and if this might be an issue please contact us to discuss.

There is a large cafe / bar area open to audience and performers.

Vane Tempest is a great performance space, using the existing simple raised, wooden, dais style stage, approximately 3.5m(w) x 1.5m(d).

Performance space Simple raised, wooden, dais style stage

Specifications

Has a stage? YES 3.5m (width) x 1.5m (depth); vertical clearance 2m

Dressing Room YES

Bar (outside performance space) YES

Please note that even in venues with storage space, a limited amount can be decidated to each show, and this must be discussed in advance

Tech

Basic lighting available YES

Projector YES

PA System YES

On site technician YES

Ready to perform?

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Venue floor plan

Venue Details

Address

Stobbilee House,

Witton Gilbert

Durham

DH7 6TW

Specifications

Tech

Address

23 TO 27 JULY 2025

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