The Biscuit Factory

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The Biscuit Factory

16 Stoddart St, Shieldfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1AN
  • Monday10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Tuesday10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wednesday10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Thursday10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Friday10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Saturday10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Sunday10:00am - 5:00pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

The Biscuit Factory
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The UK’s largest independent commercial art, craft & design gallery.

A converted Victorian warehouse, with over 250 collections of work on display at any given time, as well as The Factory Kitchen Café to replenish visitors.

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