Christmas at Blackfriars Restaurant Newcastle
Celebrate Christmas at Blackfriars Restaurant with unforgettable festive dining, Christmas parties, seasonal events and unique festive experiences in one of Newcastle’s most historic venues.
Located in the heart of Newcastle city centre within a stunning 13th-century friary, Blackfriars offers a truly magical setting for festive celebrations throughout November and December.
Whether you’re planning a festive night out with friends, a family gathering, corporate Christmas event or seasonal dining experience, Christmas at Blackfriars Restaurant combines award-winning food, atmospheric surroundings and warm festive hospitality for a celebration to remember.
Book Your Christmas Party at Blackfriars Restaurant
Looking for the perfect Christmas party venue in Newcastle? Blackfriars offers one of the city’s most unique and atmospheric festive settings, ideal for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations.
Our Christmas party menu starts from £49.50 per person and includes:
Welcome drink (fizz, beer, or non-alcoholic fizz)
Three festive courses
Festive fudge
Tea or coffee
We can host Christmas celebrations for up to 85 guests (subject to availability) across a range of beautiful spaces including:
Restaurant
Banquet Hall
Ornate Tasting Room
Cookery School
With historic surroundings, seasonal menus and exceptional service, Blackfriars is one of the most memorable Christmas dining venues in Newcastle.
Christmas Events in Newcastle at Blackfriars
But Christmas at Blackfriars is about much more than festive dining. Throughout the festive season, we host a range of unique Christmas events in Newcastle designed to bring friends, families and colleagues together in truly magical surroundings.
From wreath making workshops and festive tasting experiences to seasonal markets and cookery events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy during Christmas at Blackfriars Restaurant.
Blackfriars Christmas Market Newcastle
Join us on Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 December for the Blackfriars Christmas Market and kick-off the festive season in style at one of the most atmospheric Christmas markets in Newcastle.
Set within our beautifully decorated Cloister Garden and Banquet Hall, the market is the perfect place to soak up the festive spirit in the heart of Newcastle city centre.
Browse local artisan stalls offering unique Christmas gifts, seasonal treats and handcrafted products while enjoying the magical surroundings of our historic friary.
Stay warm with a glass of mulled wine or hot chocolate, indulge in festive street food fresh from the BBQ, and enjoy live carol singers throughout the weekend.
What to Expect at Blackfriars Christmas Market
Local artisan vendors & festive gifts
Blackfriars Santa’s Grotto
Festive street food from the BBQ
Mulled wine & hot chocolate
Live carol singers
Festive atmosphere in the Cloister Garden & Banquet Hall.
If you’re searching for Christmas markets in Newcastle with exceptional food, festive entertainment and a unique historic setting, Blackfriars is not to be missed.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshops
Create your own beautiful festive wreath with expert guidance while enjoying seasonal drinks and festive treats in the magical surroundings of Blackfriars.
Christmas Cookery Events
Join our festive cookery school experiences and learn seasonal recipes, Christmas entertaining ideas and winter favourites with our expert chefs.
Festive Wine Tastings & Whisky Wonderland
Enjoy themed Christmas tasting events including festive wine tastings, whisky wonderland experiences, seasonal beers and gin tastings — perfect for festive gatherings, friends and corporate celebrations.
All event dates for 2026 will be announced soon.
Unique Christmas Experiences in Newcastle
Looking for something a little different for your Christmas celebration in Newcastle? Blackfriars offers a range of festive experiences perfect for groups, team events and seasonal get-togethers.
Cookery School Events
Learn to make bao buns, enjoy pizza & prosecco, or take part in a “Ready Steady Cook” challenge.
From £90pp | 8–16 guests
Tasting Experiences
Wine, whisky, beer or gin tastings perfect for festive groups and seasonal celebrations.
From £38.50pp | 8–28 guests
Cocktail Masterclasses
Shake and stir three delicious cocktails with our expert mixologists, complete with fizz on arrival and canapés.
From £49.50pp | 8–14 guests
These unique festive experiences make Blackfriars one of the most exciting Christmas event venues in Newcastle.
Private Meeting Rooms & Festive Gatherings
We offer some of the most atmospheric private meeting spaces in Newcastle for festive events, corporate celebrations and Christmas gatherings.
Dormitory Meeting Room
Ideal for business meetings or festive functions for up to 25 guests.
Dormitory Snug
An intimate private space for 8–12 guests with its own private bar.
King’s Suite
A stunning vaulted room for 12–50 guests, perfect for drinks receptions and festive gatherings, complete with a private bar.
Why Choose Blackfriars for Your Christmas Party in Newcastle?
When it comes to hosting a Christmas party in Newcastle, Blackfriars offers a truly unforgettable festive experience.
Historic 13th-century setting full of character
Flexible spaces for both intimate and larger gatherings
Seasonal menus created by award-winning chefs
Unique festive experiences unavailable elsewhere in Newcastle
Warm, cosy and atmospheric surroundings
Central Newcastle city centre location
From festive dining and Christmas markets to wreath making workshops and tasting experiences, Christmas at Blackfriars Restaurant combines medieval charm with modern festive cheer.
Book Your Christmas Party
For tables of 1–7 guests, please Book Online.
For groups of 8+ guests, contact us directly:
📞 0191 261 5945
📧 info@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
We look forward to celebrating the festive season with you at Blackfriars.
(Please note we are closed on 25 & 26 December.)
From festive dining and Christmas markets to cookery workshops, tasting events and unforgettable Christmas celebrations, Blackfriars Restaurant is the perfect place to celebrate the festive season in Newcastle.
Early booking is strongly recommended for Christmas 2026 events and festive dining experiences.
Try our sister restaurants; Dobson & Parnell and Hinnies.
