Newcastle Theatre Royal seeks a catering partner for new bar opening in late summer

Newcastle Theatre Royal is seeking a catering partner for its new public bar-eatery at 11 Market Street, opening in late summer 2025.

As the theatre looks to maximise the commercial opportunities from the 300,000 visitors each year, the new venue – name yet to be revealed – will be open to the public and theatregoers 7-days a week.

The successful catering partner will provide a high-quality all-day offering, open from 11am daily, as well as there being opportunities to offer catering for travelling companies, and events taking place within the theatre itself.

Siobhan Lightfoot, Operations Director at Newcastle Theatre Royal, said: “As an organisation we’re very proud of the local partnerships we actively cultivate within the region, and we feel that this is a great opportunity for us to further that work and find a like-minded food operator to partner with us in this exciting new venture.”

This unique opportunity demands a strong emphasis on customer experience, innovative product options and the ability to meet the needs of both theatre and non-theatre guests.

As part of the refit process, the theatre will be investing £35,000 into the existing kitchen areas to modernise the spaces with updated equipment so it is primed for an operator to take up residence.

A tender pack is available and while it includes a sample menu, the theatre is flexible in exploring alternative menu ideas. Food provision will be offed from late summer.

Please click here for further details https://www.theatreroyal.co.uk/hospitality-tender/. Bids must be received before 9am on Friday 27 June 2025.