In autumn 2015, we launched a new partnership with National Glass Centre in Sunderland to support the work of local glass artists and champion the heritage of glass making in the North East. We have dedicated space on the ground floor of our gallery showcasing beautiful glassware produced by National Glass Centre’s hot glass studio team, and in the coming months, visitors and clients to both venues will have the opportunity to receive exclusive access to experiences, events and exhibitions.

In autumn 2016, The Biscuit Factory teamed up with Corbridge-based Forum Books to launch a mini pop-up bookshop; a unique collaboration within the UK. The Book Hus can be found on our ground floor and stocks as many as 100 eclectic titles at any given time. Curated by Forum Books on an ongoing basis, the selection encompasses art, design, food, travel and fiction, plus a handpicked selection of titles about the North East. We’re also thrilled to be working with Forum Books to host a range of exclusive author events in the gallery.

We are delighted to have forged a new relationship with People's Theatre that will see us supporting one another and members of the local arts scene in Newcastle. Our charitable arm – The Biscuit Factory Foundation - is sponsoring the People's Theatre arts programming which provides a platform for amateur and emerging artists. In the coming months, we will also be looking to develop a mentoring programme for exhibitors, with curators from The Biscuit Factory offering artists advice on how they can develop their portfolios and progress in their careers.