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About The Custard Factory
The Custard Factory is a vibrant multi-space venue complex in the Digbeth area of Birmingham. With a variety of spaces to suit conferences, gigs, exhibitions, theatre, cabaret, and intimate performances, it’s a go-to hub for creative events in the city. Whether you’re planning a large-scale showcase at Space 2, a seated performance in The Old Library, or an intimate cabaret in The Study, we’ve got you covered. Below you’ll find practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby places to stay and dine to make your visit easy and stress-free.
Digbeth’s arts scene comes alive with regular events like Digbeth First Friday and the Supersonic Festival’s roots at the Custard Factory. For visitors driving in, convenient car parks such as North Yard Car Park and Trinity Street Car Park are close by, with additional options listed by Parkopedia. If you’re taking public transport, you’ll find Birmingham New Street and Moor Street within easy reach, and Digbeth bus routes including 60 and 97 serve the area. For a complete experience, consider staying at hotels like Hotel Indigo Birmingham Five Points S - UAB or Travelodge Digbeth, and explore nearby eateries and cafes. We’re here to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit to this iconic Birmingham venue.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: Gibb Street, Digbeth, Birmingham, B9 4AA, United Kingdom.
- Venue structure: multi-space complex with Space 2 (up to 1200 capacity), The Old Library (275), Vaad Gallery (300), The Theatre (105), The Arches (275), The Study (30), and other spaces; Factory Works is a dedicated event space (standing up to 700, theatre 400, cabaret 288).
- Parking and access: nearby car parks include North Yard Car Park and Trinity Street Car Park; additional options listed by Parkopedia; walking/public transport access from Birmingham New Street (Moor Street) and Digbeth bus routes.
- Transit/directions: Digbeth is within a short walk or ride from Birmingham city centre; bus routes (e.g., 60, 97) serve the area; Bullring is about a 10-minute stroll, with New Street about 13 minutes away.
- Notable events hosted: Digbeth First Friday monthly events; Supersonic Festival originated at the Custard Factory; Mockingbird Cinema operates on site; the area also hosts City of Colours and Digbeth Dining Club.
- Renamed/demolished notes: the Custard Factory has seen venue reshuffles and repurposing over the years (e.g., Alfie Bird’s nightclub site closed in 2016 and was transformed for other uses).
- Nearby hotels: Hotel Indigo Birmingham Five Points S - UAB; Travelodge Digbeth (examples of nearby accommodation).