The Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall are located in Hanley, the city centre of Stoke-on-Trent’s Cultural Quarter. Neither venue has its own car park, but there are several council-operated and private car parks within easy walking distance. Most offer reduced evening rates from 5pm or 6pm, making them ideal for theatregoers.
Key information: Both venues are on Piccadilly/Bagnall Street in Hanley. The Regent Theatre address is Piccadilly, ST1 1AP. Victoria Hall is at Bagnall Street, ST1 3AD. They’re approximately 2 minutes walk apart.
Best Car Parks for Theatre Visits
John Street Multi-Storey (Cultural Quarter)
The closest and most convenient option, just a 2-minute walk from both venues. This council-operated car park has 492 spaces and is well-lit with good security.
| Duration | Price |
|---|---|
| Up to 20 minutes (short-stay bays) | Free |
| Up to 1 hour | £1.40 |
| Up to 2 hours | £2.80 |
| Up to 3 hours | £4.20 |
| Up to 4 hours | £4.40 |
Evening rates:
- From 4pm: £4.50
- From 5pm: £4.00
- From 6pm: £3.50
- After 7pm: £3.00
Sunday: £3 all day
Important: Check closing time notices at the entrance – the car park is locked on closing. All machines accept card payments; four also accept cash.
Postcode: ST1 3BP
Disabled spaces: 13
Smithfield Multi-Storey Car Park
Stoke-on-Trent’s newest parking facility (opened 2022), with 730 spaces across 8 levels. Features modern facilities including EV charging points, cycle storage, and excellent security with 100+ CCTV cameras and automatic number plate recognition.
| Duration | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 hour | £1.50 |
| 2 hours | £3.00 |
| 3 hours | £4.50 |
| 4 hours | £6.00 |
| 12 hours | £7.00 |
| 24 hours | £10.00 |
Approximately 5-7 minutes walk to the theatres via Piccadilly.
Postcode: ST1 4JH
Disabled spaces: 32
EV charging: 12 points (expandable to 174)
Accepts: Card payments; two machines also accept cash
Pall Mall Car Park
A small surface car park located opposite the Regent Theatre’s stage door, making it the closest option to the theatre. However, it only has 14 spaces and fills up quickly on theatre nights – arrive before 5:30pm to secure a spot.
| Duration | Price |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £1.70 |
| Up to 2 hours | £3.20 |
| Up to 3 hours | £4.60 |
| Up to 4 hours | £5.20 |
| All day to midnight | £9.80 |
Evening rates (Mon-Sat):
- From 4pm: £4.00
- From 5pm: £5.50
- From 6pm: £3.00
- After 7pm: £2.50
Sunday: £2.50 all day
Postcode: ST1 1HR
Blue Badge: Free parking with valid badge
Glass Street NCP
A 24-hour car park operated by NCP, convenient for the Regent Theatre and Potteries Museum. About 5 minutes walk to the venues.
| Duration | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 hour | £2.30 |
| 1-2 hours | £4.30 |
| 2-4 hours | £5.30 |
| 4-24 hours | £6.50 |
| Early bird (Mon-Sat, 6am-9:30am, up to 12 hours) | £4.20 |
| Sunday (12 hours) | £2.20 |
Tip: Download the ParkPass app for reduced rates.
The Potteries Centre Car Park
Multi-storey car park at the Potteries shopping centre, approximately 5 minutes walk to the theatres. Access from Quadrant Road or Brewery Street.
Pay via the Potteries Centre app (automatic payment), contactless at exit, or pay station. Over 900 spaces available with dedicated disabled and parent-child bays.
Disabled Parking
Blue Badge holders have several options:
- Pall Mall Car Park: 14 designated spaces opposite Regent Theatre stage door (narrow bays, not suitable for larger vehicles). Free with valid Blue Badge.
- John Street Multi-Storey: 13 disabled spaces
- Smithfield MSCP: 32 disabled bays
- On-street: Some designated disabled parking spaces in nearby streets
Getting There by Car
Stoke-on-Trent city centre (Hanley) is easily accessible from the M6 motorway:
- From the M6: Exit at Junction 15 or 16, then follow signs for City Centre and Cultural Quarter
- From the A50: Follow signs for Stoke-on-Trent City Centre
Both theatres are well signposted from the main approaches to Hanley.
Alternative Transport
By Train
Stoke-on-Trent railway station is approximately 10 minutes by bus or taxi from the theatres. Frequent trains run from towns in the surrounding area.
By Bus
Hanley Bus Station is a 5-minute walk from both venues, with frequent services from across Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding area.
Coach Drop-off
There is a coach drop-off space near both venues. For coach parking details, contact the Groups Hotline on 0333 0095 383.
Tips for Theatre Parking
- Arrive early: For a 7:30pm show, aim to park by 6:30pm to allow time for pre-show drinks or dining
- Evening rates apply from 5pm or 6pm at most car parks – check signage for exact times
- Sunday is cheapest: Most car parks offer all-day rates of £2-£3 on Sundays
- Check closing times: John Street Multi-Storey locks at closing time – check notices at the entrance
- Pre-book for peace of mind: Apps like JustPark offer pre-bookable private spaces from around £4.30/day
- Pall Mall fills quickly: The closest car park to Regent Theatre only has 14 spaces – arrive before 5:30pm
Car Park Summary
| Car Park | Walk Time | Evening Rate | Postcode |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Street Multi-Storey | 2 mins | From £3 (after 7pm) | ST1 3BP |
| Pall Mall | 1 min | From £2.50 (after 7pm) | ST1 1HR |
| Smithfield MSCP | 5-7 mins | £1.50/hour | ST1 4JH |
| Glass Street NCP | 5 mins | £5.30 (2-4 hours) | ST1 2NR |
| Potteries Centre | 5 mins | Varies | ST1 1PS |
Prices correct as of January 2026. Always check signage for current rates as prices may change.