Welcome to the comedy crate
Experience top-tier stand-up across Northamptonshire and beyond. Curated by comedy fans, for comedy fans—bringing circuit legends, TV headliners, and future stars straight to your local stage.
Since our launch in 2016, we have had many top acts grace our stage including:
Al Murray - Seann Walsh - Ed Byrne - Iain Stirling - Zoe Lyons - Gary Delaney - Alex Horne and the Horne Section - Omid Djalili - James Acaster - Maisie Adam - Nish Kumar - Troy Hawke - Amy Gledhill - Paul Chowdhry - Suzi Ruffell - Mike Wozniak - Harriet Kemsley - Milton Jones - Scott Bennett - Laura Smyth - Sam Campbell - Paul Sinha - Mark Simmons - Boothby Graffoe - Josie Long - Marcus Brigstocke - Nick Helm - Mark Watson - Jack Skipper - Abi Clarke and so many more…
FAQ’s
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All tickets are digital e-tickets sent straight to your email upon booking. There is no need to print anything—just show your QR code or quote your name at the door.
If you need your tickets re-sending, you can visit our website, head to our tickets page and select manage tickets in the top right. Failing that, please email us with any issues.
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If a show hasn't sold out in advance, remaining tickets may be available to purchase on the door. However, many of our nights sell out early, so we strongly recommend booking online beforehand to guarantee your entry. If you are paying on the door, it’s often cash only.
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All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. If you can no longer make it, you are welcome to pass your tickets along to friends or family. For any severe extenuating circumstances, get in touch with our team directly via the contact form.
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Seating at our shows is generally unreserved and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are coming with a group, we advise arriving when doors open to grab seats together.
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Doors typically open 30 to 45 minutes before the show start time. Show start times vary slightly depending on the venue, so please check your specific ticket confirmation for exact timings.
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Our standard comedy nights run for approximately 2.5 hours, including two short intervals so you can grab drinks and use the facilities.
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Due to venue licensing and adult content, we advise 18+ or 16+ accompanied by an adult. However it can vary depending on the show. So please reach out if you are unsure.
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Yes! Full bar service is available at all our partner venues throughout the night. Food availability depends on the specific venue, so check the venue guide on our website before arriving if you plan to eat.
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We strive to make our comedy nights accessible to everyone. Accessibility varies slightly by venue due to historic building layouts, so if you have specific access or seating requirements, please contact us prior to the show so we can arrange suitable accommodations for you. Alternatively, please check the venues website for more accessibility information.
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While we always aim to present the advertised line-up, all acts are subject to change due to television commitments, last-minute tour scheduling or other unforeseen circumstances. If an act changes, we will substitute them with an equally brilliant act.
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Yes! Comedy Crate gift vouchers are available to purchase online and make great gifts for comedy lovers. They can be redeemed for any of our upcoming shows across all our regular venues.
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You are more than welcome to take photos before the show, during the intervals, or after the performance. However, filming and photography during the show are strictly prohibited to ensure the acts and other audience members are not distracted.
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We want everyone to have a great night. Respectful audience interaction is part of live comedy, but persistent heckling, loud talking during performances, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Venue staff and management reserve the right to refuse entry or ask disruptive audience members to leave without a refund.
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