Coal Kitchen, Front Bar Area

Up to
250 guests
Offers
catering
Internal Catering
allowed

Nestled in Gloucester Docks’ historic Pillar and Lucy House, Coal Kitchen offers a striking Grade II listed venue with a blend of Victorian charm and modern style. This versatile space features a spacious restaurant, bar, riverside terrace, and balcony, accommodating up to 120 guests indoors and 100 more in the marquee area.

Perfect for weddings, private dining, and parties, Coal Kitchen tailors events with bespoke menus, handcrafted cocktails, and seamless service. Conveniently located near Gloucester Station, it’s an ideal choice for any celebration.

The Front Bar Area is a fab spot for up to 45 guests, offering a flexible and fun space for your next event. With removable bar tables, you can easily create a stage for live music or stand-up performances. Perfect for cocktail receptions or masterclasses, the space also features two 10-person tables that can be used for larger gatherings. Whether you're hosting an intimate party or something bigger, this versatile area can be arranged to suit your style.

Capacity & layout

Standing

up to 250

Dining

up to 200

Theatre

up to 180

Boardroom

up to 180

Cabaret

up to 250

Catering & drinks

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Alcohol

Amenities

Cloakroom

Disabled access

Heating

Air conditioning

Outdoor / Garden / Beach

Telephone

Whiteboards

Space rules

Allowed events

Promoted/ticketed events

Licensed for alcohol

Cancellation policy

For private hires, a 10% deposit of the minimum spend is required to secure the booking. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the event will incur a charge. For bookings of over 10 people, card authorization is required. An automatic £5 per person charge will be applied for no-shows.

Location

Reviews

Eliza Eves
April 2024
If you're looking for an industrial interior vibe, a historic building and a calming ambience... This is the place to go! We didn't book and went Thursday evening for a spontaneous date night an it was perfect from the food to accomodating my allergy. The drinks were 10/10 too. You get what you pay for. Highly recommend Coal.
Nabsicle 1989
November 2024
Great fun for a Bottomless Brunch with colleagues. It was very busy when we went (Saturday 2pm) and the place was practically full. The bottomless brunch is a bit pricey (expect minimum £40 per person) but has a great choice compared to other restaurants and the drinks are well made and tasty. You have enough time to try most of the mocktails/cocktails on the menu. Couldn’t fault the service. They made an error with one item but it was quickly rectified and everyone was happy with their food 😋
Paul Walker
August 2024
A nice setting down in Gloucester docks with a decent selection of food. Can recommend the chicken pitta along with some sourdough pizzette to start.
Anil Thomas
August 2024
Great option for lunch and getogether whenever you visit Gloucester quays. Today visited this restaurant and staff immediately provided a seat and explained about main and set menu. 3 course set menu is easy to order. Food served with no waiting. Recommend this place for families and friends getogether.
Theo George
October 2024
Good location and view from tables. However, the food wasn’t anything special.