Exhibitions
Jim Moir
Knot Twister Prologue
Jim Moir (AKA Vic Reeves) returns to The Biscuit Factory this Summer with a brand new collection of original paintings. Those following Jim's career as an artist will be familiar with his breadth of work. From charming watercolours to expressive & bold oil paintings; his passion for nature is obvious in every composition, as are the unique characters of his subjects.
This, the fourth large-scale exhibition we've hosted with Jim, will see a selection of these familiar works, as well as some local scenes of the region. It's a show not to be missed, and presents another opportunity for art enthusiasts and Moir fans to add original pieces to their homes and collections
Shorelines
Summer Headline Exhibition
This Summer we're excited to present Shorelines, a mixed exhibition of contemporary art inspired by our island coastline. A host of artists from across a range of disciplines will be exhibiting work that celebrates the space where land meets sea - whether it's the natural features of sandy beaches and rocky shores, the wildlife and sealife that thrives in these places, or the way we enjoy our coastline.
Expect a curated collection of paintings, print, sculpture, and more from artists including Graham Rider, Sarah Carrington (pictured), Graham Muir, Kate Boxer, Stephanie Cunningham, Rhonda Smith and many more.
Events
Father's Day
The Factory Kitchen
Treat 'Dad' to a delicious Father's Day brunch or Afternoon Tea in The Factory Kitchen. Our bright and airy café has a relaxed ambiance, or soak up some sunshine on our roof terrace; overlooking the Ouseburn Valley.
Choose from freshly-made all-day brunch dishes, or pre-book a rustic Afternoon Tea full of savoury and sweet treats. When booked in advance, 'Dad' gets a free Hadrian Border Brewery ale of his choice.
Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair
Northumbria University
Find us at Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair (GNCCF) when it arrives in Newcastle later this June. We'll be showcasing a selection of artists from the gallery, and looking forward to meeting friends old and new at this brand new event for Newcastle.
Find out more about GNCCF and get your tickets to the show:
An Evening with LK Steven | Artisan
We are delighted to host the North launch of Silvercloak, by L.K. Steven, and fans of fantasy are set for an evening of amazing conversation from one of the hottest new voices in the genre. Silvercloak blends the best of high fantasy with an enthralling magic system where magic is fuelled by pleasure and pain, and the pace, spice and intrigue of an enemies-to-lovers romance.
Newcastle Fringe Festival | Artisan
This Summer we are thrilled to be one of the 8 host venues for Newcastle Fringe Festival
The festival runs from 22nd July - 2nd August 2025, featuring over 110 performances. The programme covers Comedy, Theatre, Music, Poetry, Drag, Family work and much much more.
See the line-up of performers we’ll be welcoming below:
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
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
Find us at Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair (GNCCF) when it arrives in Newcastle later this June. We'll be showcasing a selection of artists from the gallery, and looking forward to meeting friends old and new at this brand new event for Newcastle.
Find out more about GNCCF and get your tickets to the show:
Tyneside 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
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.