New life for an old building
Otley Courthouse Arts & Resource Centre opened in May 2004 after the conversion of the 19th century Magistrates’ Court complex (which ceased to operate as a Court in 1997).
It is now a thriving multi-purpose space for all kinds of arts activities, concerts, workshops and meetings. It is fully accessible throughout. The complex also houses the Otley Maker Space ‘where people get together to make stuff’ – see their section on the website for more information.
In November 2005 Otley Courthouse and its architects (Groundworks of Nottingham) were awarded a RIBA Yorkshire White Rose Award for conservation.
Since we have opened we have worked with volunteers to document the history of Otley Courthouse:
- Use the drop down menu under ‘Heritage’ to access information on this website
- Visit the Courthouse to view the full Timeline on the Cell corridor
- Pop in and buy a copy of ‘Memories of Otley Courthouse’
- Join our Heritage Group
