Parr Hall

Parr Hall was designed by the local architect William Owen in 1895. Originally it was built for the people of Warrington by Joseph Parr. Warrington Musical Society gave the first concert. The hall has hosted concerts and organ recitals from leading orchestras and cathedral organists over the years. The Rolling Stones performed at the venue on 25 November 1963, The Moody Blues on 1 March 1965 and The Who on 22 March and 11 October 1965 and on 14 June 1965 The Yardbirds. The band James - having sold-out concerts at much larger venues - played the Parr Hall on 20 December 1991 to record a promotional video. Other notable artists such as Beth Hart, Feeder, The Courteeners, Beady Eye, Arctic…