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Historic Restaurant & Event Venue

Blackfriars

Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England — NE1 4XN

120

Max Capacity

FROM

£120

Per Day

4.5

26 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

Blackfriars is a unique historic venue housed in a beautifully preserved 13th-century Dominican friary in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. As Britain's oldest purpose-built dining room, this Grade I listed building combines medieval architecture with modern hospitality. The venue operates as both an award-winning restaurant and sophisticated event space, featuring original stone walls, medieval arches, and atmospheric lighting. Blackfriars offers flexible spaces for corporate events, private dining, weddings, and conferences, accommodating up to 120 guests. The venue provides modern amenities including AV equipment and professional event management while maintaining its historic character and charm.

Room Capacities

theatre

boardroom

classroom

u shape

cabaret

reception

120

dining

banquet

Pricing

Day rates from £120

Event hire from £800. Private dining packages available. Wedding and corporate event packages vary by requirements and season.

Features & Amenities

Historic Building

Medieval Architecture

Private Dining

Corporate Events

Wedding Ceremonies

AV Equipment

Professional Catering

Central Location

WiFi

AV & Technical

Projector

Screen

PA System

Microphones

Wi-Fi

Background Music System

Ideal For

Wedding ReceptionsCorporate EventsPrivate DiningBirthday PartiesBusiness MeetingsCelebrations

Location & Access

Friars Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4XN

Newcastle Central Station is 10 minutes walk with direct services to London King's Cross (3 hours), Edinburgh (1.5 hours), and other major cities. Monument Metro station is 5 minutes walk. Comprehensive bus services throughout Newcastle city center.

No on-site parking. Nearby public car parks including NCP and city center parking. Limited on-street parking with restrictions.

Wheelchair accessible