Thought Foundation, Brain Space photo #0
Thought Foundation, Brain Space photo #0

Thought Foundation, Brain Space

Location pin

Thought Foundation, Clarity House Durham Road, Birtley, DH3 2TB - 

  • Users

    Up to
    20 standing

  • Table with chairs

    Offers
    catering

  • Delivery truck

    Internal Catering
    allowed

A thoughtful arts and cultural space, to inspire, promote and support. We have a gallery, cafe, shop, kids play space and workshop space. We have several spaces available to hire offering flexible layout options for various sized groups.

Brain Space is a unique and flexible space ideal for meetings, interviews and professional training sessions. This venue is accessed via the cafe and includes the use of a digital projector. Potential layouts include conference, theatre and board room styles.

Capacity & layout

Standing

Standing

up to 20

Theatre

Theatre

up to 20

Boardroom

Boardroom

up to 10

Classroom

Classroom

up to 10

Catering & drinks

Catering arrangements

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Refreshments

Alcohol

Alcohol

Amenities

Disabled access

Disabled access

Public transport

Public transport

Premises parking

Premises parking

Audio & visual

Whiteboards

Whiteboards

Projector & screen

Projector & screen

Flipchart

Flipchart

WiFi

WiFi

Space rules

Cancellation policy

50% refundable 7 days before the event

Location

Reviews

  • Girl Kojak

    October 2018

    This is a remarkably characterful place to visit. I went with friends primarily to go to the café, which has good wholesome food, expertly prepared by friendly and helpful staff. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options available, but carnivores should not despair as meat dishes are also available. I'm reliably informed that the cakes are outstanding. I have multiple allergies, and the staff could not have been more helpful, and I actually had a choice of suitable items. There is a small shop containing a number of ethically/locally produced products such as jewelry, wooden toys, books, colouring books, soaps, decorative items, etc, and I can see me going back to do a little Christmas shopping. I did too much chatting with my friends to explore the gallery side of the establishment, but I would definitely be interested to have a look when I go back. Thought Foundation is definitely a child-friendly place, with indoor and outdoor play areas. There seems to be a variety of interesting-looking classes/activities available for adults and children.

  • Ilona Mi

    October 2017

    What a place! Love it, love it, love it! Great space to see amazing art exhibitions as well as have a tasty lunch or coffee & cake..!

  • Mavis Whiteoak

    May 2018

    A great place for a visit, to spend time, listen to a performance, have food or hold a seminar or meeting. The art work is stunning and inspirational.

  • Neil Smith

    May 2019

    The Thought Foundation is an art space in Birtley and on the night we went they were recording a podcast for Heyartwhatsgood. There were guest artists speaking and there was a display by renowned artist Sophie Gatie. There is a bar/cafe there where you can get beers, teas and coffee and burgers etc. Highly recommended. Such a cool place.

  • Aaron Tucker

    June 2018

    Excellent art gallery, cafe and outdoor space. great food, coffee and cake, lots of events, for adults and children. recommended for a visit.