Alexandra Hall

Alexandra Hall: A Victorian Gem in Halifax's Crown

Standing majestically in the heart of Halifax, Alexandra Hall represents one of the town's most striking examples of Victorian architectural grandeur. Named after Queen Alexandra, consort to King Edward VII, this impressive building has been a cornerstone of Halifax's social and cultural life for generations.

Alexandra Theatre.

Public Hall – owned by the Alexandra Hall & Café Company – between Alexandra Street and King Edward Street, Halifax. It was designed by the Halifax-based Clement Williams & Sons, and built by Benjamin Whitehead Jackson and opened on 11th March 1931, with the Alexandra Café and restaurant.

The 650-seat hall was owned by the Halifax Building Society – and built on land owned by the society next to the former York Buildings – although it was operated by an independent company for many years, and was popularly known as The Alex.

When opened, it had the only domed cyclorama in Britain.

The theatre was well-equipped and the lighting was advanced for its time with a sophisticated colour system. The first production was the Halifax Thespians' Adam, the Creator by the Brothers Capek.

There were 3 lockup shops outside the building. The basement is carved out of solid rock and was used as a strong room to store the building society's title deeds and documents.

The hall was used for meetings, social gatherings and exhibitions, and was closed to the public in 1969, and is now a part of The Halifax complex

Thanks to Malcolm Bull for this information

Views from Alexandra Street

A Magnificent Heritage

Built in the late Victorian period, Alexandra Hall showcases the prosperity and ambition of industrial-era Halifax. Its impressive façade, adorned with intricate stonework and tall windows, speaks to a time when Halifax was at the height of its textile manufacturing power.