Cabaret Mechanical Theatre

Step into the wonderfully curious world of Cabaret Mechanical Theatre, where art and engineering meet. Home to a unique collection of automata created by some of the world’s most imaginative makers, this Hastings gem has been fascinating visitors and inspiring creativity since 1981.

From quirky moving sculptures to clever mechanical creations full of humour and surprise, every piece has a story to tell. Their public space gives you the chance to get up close with these inventions, work out how they do what they do, and discover the joy of making for yourself.

WHAT WE LOVE

The workshops. Plenty of places would show you a collection like this and leave it at that – here they will teach you how to make one yourself, whatever your age or skill level. There are kits, books and gifts to take home too, so you can carry on the mechanical magic once you leave. It’s genuinely unlike anything else in town.

OPENING HOURS

Open by appointment on weekdays, and on selected weekend Open Days.

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