Book your Christmas party at Blackfriars Restaurant

Whether it’s a festive night out with friends, a family gathering or a corporate Christmas event, Blackfriars Restaurant offers one of the most unique and atmospheric venues in the city.

Located in a stunning 13th-century friary, Blackfriars is renowned for its festive dining in Newcastle, with beautifully decorated spaces, seasonal menus, and a cosy atmosphere that makes every occasion truly special.

Our Christmas party menu starts from £49.50 per person and includes; a welcome drink (fizz, beer, or non-alcoholic fizz), three sumptuous festive courses, mince pie, with tea or coffee.

We can host Christmas parties for up to 85 guests (subject to availability) across a variety of spaces, including our restaurant, Banquet Hall, ornate Tasting Room and Cookery School.

Looking for something a little different for your Christmas celebration in Newcastle? Take a look at what we can accommodate. 

Cookery School Events – Learn to make bao buns, pizza & prosecco, or try “Ready Steady Cook” from £90pp (8–16 guests).

Tasting Experiences – Wine, whisky, beer, or gin tastings, perfect for groups of 8–28 guests, from £38.50pp.

Cocktail Masterclasses – Shake and stir three delicious cocktails with our expert mixologists, complete with fizz on arrival and canapés, from £49.50pp (6–12 guests).


We offer some of the most atmospheric private meeting spaces in Newcastle:

Dormitory Meeting Room – Ideal for business meetings or festive functions (up to 25 guests).

Dormitory Snug – Intimate space for 8–12 guests with a private bar.

King’s Suite – A stunning vaulted room for 12–50 guests, perfect for drinks receptions and Christmas gatherings, complete with a private bar.

For tables of 1–7 guests, please click the Book Online button below.

For groups of 8+ guests, contact us directly:

📞 0191 261 5945

📧 [email protected]

We look forward to celebrating the festive season with you at Blackfriars.

(Please note we are closed on 25, 26 & 28 December.)