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Top Performance Venues in Newcastle
Big voices, bold acts, and Geordie charm. Newcastle’s performance venues are built to make your act shine. From historic theatres near Grey Street to warehouse stages tucked away in the Ouseburn, we’ve found the best spots for your next show. Whether you’re staging a play, comedy night, open mic, or full-blown gig, these venues deliver the sound, the seats, and the scene. Scroll on and get ready to take the stage.
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![Stage 1 at The Northern Stage in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £600
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityStage 1
447 guestsThe Northern StageNewcastle City CentreStage 1 has played host to hundreds of theatrical performances over the years as well as other high profile events such as BBC1’s Question Time, BBC Comedy Festival, the British Science Festival and Virgin StartUp with Richard -
![Stage 3 at The Northern Stage in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £85
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStage 3
140 guestsThe Northern StageNewcastle City CentreStage 3 is perfect for private celebrations, including wedding parties! Our most intimate theatre space, Stage 3 can host small-scale productions as well as conferences, seminars, and exhibitions. -
![Stage 2 at The Northern Stage in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £600
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityStage 2
160 guestsThe Northern StageNewcastle City CentreIts flexibility makes Stage 2 an ideal venue for a diverse range of events, including performances, conferences, awards ceremonies, lectures, presentations, workshops, and more. -
![Foyer Cafe Bar at The Northern Stage in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £90
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFoyer Cafe Bar
200 guestsThe Northern StageNewcastle City CentreA contemporary, light and airy space that can accommodate 140 seated. Hoping to invite more guests? We can configure the space to accommodate a mixture of both sitting and standing, which increases the capacity. -
![Artisan at The Biscuit Factory in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £1200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityArtisan
100 guestsThe Biscuit FactoryNewcastle City CentreHHolly T.
“Had my 21st birthday here in January and genuinely couldn’t think of a better venue to have it!” -
![Entire Venue at Anarchy Brew Co in Newcastle]()
from £750
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
500 guestsAnarchy Brew CoNewcastleDDeaf E.
“The space was perfect for our theme and worked well for accessibility.” -
![Mozart Suite at The County Hotel in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMozart Suite
220 guestsThe County HotelNewcastle City CentreThe Mozart Suite is a beautiful oak panelled meeting room which offers a classical setting for meeting and events, with views into central Newcastle. -
![Domain at Event Northumbria in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £1100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDomain
1000 guestsEvent NorthumbriaNewcastle City CentreOur largest space, Domain is a versatile open plan space with customisable configurations. We can offer a variety of layouts to suit any event type, with a range of in-house furniture and décor. -
![Reds at Event Northumbria in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £605
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityReds
450 guestsEvent NorthumbriaNewcastle City CentreYour own private event space, Reds has attitude and everything you need for a late night event. Raised seating areas overlook the main dance floor with a large island bar providing easy access to some of the lowest priced -
![Whole Venue at Revolucion de Cuba Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
950 guestsRevolucion de Cuba NewcastleNewcastle City Centre
#Supervenue
Spread across two stunning floors with lively bars and an unmatched cantina, this venue is a must-visit in Newcastle's city center. Whether you're looking to host a morning coffee gathering or a Cachaca-fueled night out, -
![3,800 sqft Office/Event Space at Hadrian House in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £75
hire fee / per hourCheck availability3,800 sqft Office/Event Space
450 guestsHadrian HouseNewcastle City CentreLocated on the 5th floor of Hadrian House, a 3,800 sqft open-plan office offers a flexible environment right in the heart of Newcastle city centre. -
![Blaydon Suite at The County Hotel in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBlaydon Suite
15 guestsThe County HotelNewcastle City CentreThe Blaydon Suite is on the 1st floor and it has 9 small steps up to the room. Within the Suite, there is a 52-inch plasma screen for laptops to connect to.
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FAQs about Top Performance Venues in Newcastle
Booking costs of performance venues average £770 hire fee per day. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Newcastle, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £600 | to £1200 | hire fee per day |
| From £30 | per person | |
| From £60 | to £85 | hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.5 mi from central Newcastle, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Grainger Suite at The County Hotel
on Neville Street - 0.4 mi from centre.
Venue said: The suite there includes a 70-inch plasma screen for laptops to connect to. The room also has large floor to ceiling windows. -
Domain at Event Northumbria
on 2 Sandyford Road - 0.4 mi from centre.
Venue said: Event Northumbria is a unique, independent events venue located in the heart of Newcastle. Situated within the spacious Northumbria University campus, we provide the ideal setting to host your conference or professional event. -
Stage 1 at The Northern Stage
on Barras Bridge - 0.5 mi from centre.
Venue said: Stage 1 is Northern Stage’s biggest auditorium, suitable for theatrical productions, conferences, presentations and award ceremonies. Stage 1 has played host to hundreds of theatrical performances over the years as well as...
For larger or central venues, aim to book at least 6–8 weeks ahead, especially during peak times like spring and autumn. Smaller venues may be available with less notice, but it’s always best to reserve early to secure the time and setup you need.
You’ll find a wide variety of performance spaces in Newcastle, including warehouse-style venues, flexible event halls, and bars with dedicated stages. Anarchy Brew Co in Walkergate is a great example of an edgy, large-capacity venue that regularly hosts live acts, while The Biscuit Factory combines industrial style with seating for up to 300—ideal for theatre, screenings or larger music performances. Spaces like Golf Fang Newcastle offer a vibrant and unconventional spot with a big stage surrounded by two floors of seating, ideal for spoken word nights, pop-up shows, stand-up comedy, or mixed-format performances surrounded by a big audience.
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