Coal Kitchen, Front Bar Area
Merchants Rd, Gloucester GL2 5RG, GL2 5RG -
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 2024If 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 2024Great 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 2024A 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 2024Great 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 2024Good location and view from tables. However, the food wasn’t anything special.
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