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Christmas at the Bluecoat

Whether you're looking for unique gifts, want to take a break from Christmas shopping and get a bite to eat or looking for activities, the Bluecoat will have something for you this season.

Bluecoat Gift Guide

Gift meaningful experiences and locally made items from the Bluecoat and our Creative Community this Christmas.

See our Christmas opening hours and discover what you and the family can enjoy at the Bluecoat this festive season.

Christmas at the Bluecoat Cafe

Enjoy our seasonal cafe menu over the festive season. Grab a cosy cup of hot chocolate, or warm up with our winter soups, and festive paninis.

Christmas Shopping

The Bluecoat is home to several independent retailers and creative businesses. From houseplants and music memorabilia to handmade gifts and jewellery, give something truly unique and help support a small local business this Christmas.

Please note: Some of the retailers will have different opening hours for the Christmas period. Please get in touch with each of them directly to see when they're open.

Festive Lunches

Enjoy a delicious lunch in our relaxing upstairs restaurant, prepared by our talented in-house chef.

£26pp (includes a carvery main and dessert, with a drink on arrival)

Dates:
Thu 28 & Fri 29 Nov
Thu 5 Dec
Thu 12 & Fri 13 Dec
Thu 19 & Fri 20 Dec

Available times:
12-2pm
2-4pm
4-6pm

Festive Season Opening Hours

Open every day Mon 16 - Mon 23 Dec

Closed Tue 24, Wed 25, Thu 26 Dec

Open Fri 27 - Mon 30 Dec

Closed Tue 31 Dec, and Wed 1 Jan

Open as normal from Tue 2 Jan


Building open from 10am, except Sundays open from 11am

Gallery open 11am-5pm

Plan your visit

Use the links below to plan our visit. Please get in touch if you have any questions.

We hope to see you this festive season!