16 Stoddart Street

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE2 1AN

Daily 10am - 5pm

What's On

The Biscuit Factory presents over 250 collections of work at any one time as well as larger scale solo shows, collaborative showcases and cultural events. Find out what's on and what's upcoming below.

Exhibitions

Deborah Grice
All Shall Be Well

23 November - 23 February

Returning once again as headline artist, Deborah presents a stunning collection of original paintings, drawings and prints.

These atmospheric landscapes in oil and charcoal, are inspired by the philosophy and aesthetics of the nineteenth century romantics, but are contemporaised with Deborah's eponymous geometric flashes of colour. The exhiibition also includes a display of Deborah's personal objects, each having some significance to her work and practice. Due to popularity there are brand new paintings added to the show for 2025.

'Nova' Light Installation by Stephen Newby

From 23 November

We've an exclusive opportunity this Winter for you to see 'Nova' - a spectacular 3D illuminated installation by local sculptor Stephen Newby.

Nova is a 3m x 3m illuminated star sculpture, which has been shown in light festivals internationally. This spectacular installation will be hosted in the gallery for you to enjoy throughout December.

Looking for an exclusive experience? Enjoy the sparkle of the Nova installation with a private dining experience in the Gallery?

Q&A with Deborah Grice

Saturday 18 January | 11am

Headline artist Deborah Grice joins us for an informal Q&A to talk about her work, inspirations, and career as an artist.

Just 30 tickets are available for this intimate chat with Deborah. Questions from attendees on the day are welcomed!

Events

Wedding Open Day

The Garden Room
Saturday 26 January | 11am - 2pm

You’re invited to The Garden Room on Sunday 26th January (11am-2pm) for our drop-in open day. This is the perfect opportunity to see the space dressed for a wedding and meet with one of our wedding coordinators to help you curate your dream wedding day. We will also have our other spaces open so you can really get a feel for the venue.

Booking isn't required, however if you'd like to meet with us at a specific time, you can book a show around here.

Networking with St Oswalds

The Garden Room
Thursday 13 February | 9-11am

Come and join us for a morning of networking in The Garden Room on Thursday 13th February 2025.

Meet like-minded individuals, make valuable connections, and learn more about the work of St Oswald's Hospice. This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to expand your professional circle while supporting a great cause.
Get your free ticket below!

Luxury Bridal Showcase

The Garden Room
Sunday 16 February | 11am - 2pm

Join us at The Garden Room Newcastle for a Luxury Bridal Showcase: Sunday 16 February, 11am-2pm

An exclusive event to spend with your bridal party discovering luxury touches for your big day

Ticket price includes an arrival drink, grazing menu throughout the afternoon and a goody bag. Open to everyone who wants to feel special on their big day.

If you'd like to be kept up to date with new collection previews of these, or any other specific artists, please drop the gallery team a line at art@thebiscuitfactory.com

We'll keep you posted with the latest collections and send first looks to registered clients!

Permanent Features & Partnerships

Alongside our rotating displays of original art you can also enjoy:

The Book Room

The Biscuit Factory
Free admission

Independent booksellers Forum Books bring the art of book-selling to Newcastle with a specially curated bookshop on the ground floor of the gallery.

Browse an eclectic and beautiful selection of some of their favourite books and hot-off-the-press new releases that you won't find anywhere else!

 

Permanent Collections

The Biscuit Factory
Free admission

Alongside our showcase exhibtions, you can always find work from hundreds of independent artists across a variety of media, styles and price points.

Including one of the largest exhibitions of handmade jewellery, extensive collections of applied art from ceramics to glass, textiles and woodwork, and 2D collections encompassing painting and print-work.

Whatever your interest, you'll always find unique handcrafted pieces for all tastes.
 

Tyneside Cinema

Cultural Partnership with
Independent Cinema

Tyneside Cinema is a thriving arts hub and registered charity which aims to enrich people’s lives by thinking differently about and through film. Striving to provide a platform for marginalised members of our community, they're passionate about all aspects of film and its potential to nourish, connect, reward, celebrate and educate.

Dedicated to screening the best new releases from the UK and beyond, Tyneside Cinema are proud to be the home of great film in the North East and the region’s leading independent cinema.

St Oswald's Hospice

Charitable
Partnership

St Oswald’s Hospice is a charitable hospice rooted in the North East. The hospice provides outstanding, specialist and expert care to adults and children with life-limiting conditions, and for their families too.

St Oswald’s is a place where people matter. A place that focuses both on living and dying well. It is a home-from-home, filled with honesty, camaraderie and hope that offers quality time for everyone.

.we'll be working to support this excellent local charity that provides an outstanding and unique facility here in the North East.