Your Wedding at the Bluecoat

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At the Bluecoat we strive to make your big day memorable

for all the right reasons: a bespoke menu, tailor-made

entertainment packages and an event manager on the day

guarantee that you and your guests will enjoy a day of fun

and laughter in Liverpool’s most creative setting.

Weddings at the Bluecoat offer an amazing blend of the

contemporary and historic. Inside Liverpool’s oldest city

centre building you’ll discover an inspiring oasis of calm.

Why not have reception drinks served in our garden,

wedding breakfast in our light and airy restaurant and

dancing in the performance space. The Bluecoat offers

a truly unique venue for your special day.

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The Bluecoat is a vibrant, contemporary arts space, and is also home to creative industries.

About the Bluecoat·

After a £14.5 million redevelopment over 3 years,

we reopened our Grade One listed building during

Liverpool’s year as European Capital of Culture, 2008.

Re-born in the heart of Liverpool One - the city’s new

vibrant shopping and leisure district - the striking yet

sensitive redevelopment has been recognised both at

home and abroad, receiving several accolades, including

a special commendation at the World Architecture Festival

Awards and winning the inaugural Liverpool Architectural

Society’s ‘Building of the Year’ award.

The Bluecoat is a vibrant arts space, presenting an exciting

year-round programme of contemporary visual art, music,

dance, live art and literature. It is also home to a community

of artists and creatives who make and sell their work in this

inspirational setting - from handmade jewellery to personally

crafted invitations and table decorations. Visitors to the

Bluecoat are not only invited to view art, but to experience

the whole creative process from conception to consumption

in this truly unique, creative space.

The Bluecoat is the perfect mix of

Something Old Something New.

“Thank you so much for

making our wedding day so

special. It was a great day, which

you managed very professionally.

We would recommend the

Bluecoat for other events

and especially weddings.”

Luke Richardson Photography

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The Sandon & Garden Rooms

The Sandon Room, Garden Room& adjoining Sandon Courtyard

Three of the most popular spaces within the Bluecoat.

Located off the garden on the ground floor with original

windows, doorways and fireplaces, the light, airy spaces

are available for hire individually or together.

The Sandon room offers a fresh and intimate atmosphere

for wedding ceremonies for up to 60 guests. Walk down

the iconic red carpet, with floor to ceiling Georgian windows

behind you. A Grand piano makes an impact in the room,

adding a touch of classic romance to your day. The Sandon

room then leads out onto our Courtyard, where you and

your guests can gather for drinks.

The Garden room overlooks the main Bluecoat gardens and

offers seating for up to 60 guests for a ceremony. The light

and airy room also looks out on the private Courtyard.

The Sandon Room, Garden Room and Courtyard can

also play host to an intimate wedding breakfast and

evening celebrations.

The Bluecoat is licensed for weddings. Come in,

and talk through requirements for your big day with

our Events Coordinator.

Space Capacities:

Sandon RoomCeremony 60

Wedding breakfast 40

Evening reception 60

Garden RoomCeremony: 60

Wedding Breakfast: 40

Evening reception: 60

Room hire quote available on request.

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An afternoon reception in the Sandon Room.

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The Sandon Courtyard.

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Upstairs Bistro & BarThe Upstairs bistro and bar offer delicious food in a

historic and creative setting. The bistro offers catering in

a unique space that blends good food with artistic flare.

Located on the first floor, this light and spacious venue

offers high ceilings and historic features with a modern

edge. The large windows give good views of both the

front courtyard and garden at the rear.

The bistro is also the most popular of all our spaces for

wedding celebrations. Enjoy your drinks reception with

your guests at the elegant bar, with comfy couches

overlooking the Courtyard. Then take a seat at the top

table to enjoy a delicious 3 course wedding breakfast.

The bistro can then be turned around to offer a chic

space for your evening celebrations.

Space Capacities:Ceremony: 70

Wedding breakfast: 90

Room hire quote available on request.

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Upstairs Bistro & Bar set up for a wedding.

The Upstairs bar.


Performance SpaceLocated on the first floor of the new arts wing,

adjacent to the Upstairs bistro, the Performance

Space is the largest and most flexible area.

The Performance Space offers state-of-the-art AV

technology with exceptional audio visual facilities

and our own in-house lighting enables you to create

that perfect setting.

Performance SpaceRoom hire quote available on request.

To find out more about this space, call our

Events Coordinator on 0151 702 5324.


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For more information, email our Events Coordinator at [email protected]

Library & Other SpacesLibrary

The smallest of all our spaces, the Library can seat

30 guests for a ceremony and 20 guests for a Wedding

Breakfast. This minimalist, light and sleek library with

its large, Georgian windows overlooking the Front

Courtyard is ideal for an intimate celebration.

Space Capacities:

LibraryDrinks Reception 30

Wedding breakfast 20

Ceremony 30

Room hire rates available on request.

A number of our other spaces are occasionally

available for hire. These include:

The HubCourtyard and Garden

These are some of the most prominent spaces at the

Bluecoat, which can add that something extra special

to your day. Be it a drinks reception in the gardens,

or a chance for your guests to view the fascinating,

contemporary art exhibitions the Bluecoat has to offer.

These spaces are occasionally available to hire; please

discuss with our wedding coordinator the opportunities

to incorporate these iconic spaces into your day.

Please enquire direct for a quotation.

Table setting in the Makin Library

Drinks reception in the Garden.

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For more information, email our Events Coordinator at [email protected]

Food &Drink

Using the finest seasonal ingredients possible means

that our menus reflect the wealth of produce available.

The team has developed menus that are suitable for

a variety of occasions. From afternoon tea to a canapé

party or wedding breakfast, the team has experience

in every area of event catering. Our chef team will

be happy to work with you on developing bespoke

menus where required.

We have selected wines that offer great value for money

whilst at the same time providing a taste of something

unique. The same philosophy also extends to our soft

drinks - we have a range of freshly squeezed juices and

delicious presses, all garnished and well presented

to enhance any event.

“Thank you for making

our wedding day extra special.

The food and drinks were

amazing, the service was

fantastic and the venue

fabulous! We had

a brilliant day.”


For more information, call our Events Coordinator on 0151 702 5324

Starter

Chicken liver pâté with red onion chutney,

shaved celery, crostinis and mixed salad

Smoked haddock & spring onion fishcakes

with tartare sauce

Roast butternut squash and feta salad

Seasonal soup served with granary bread

Main Course

Roast supreme of chicken served with seasonal

vegetables, creamy mash and a red wine jus

Pan fried haddock fillet served with olive & sun blushed

tomatoes, crushed new potatoes and basil pesto

Wild mushroom & gorgonzola risotto topped

with rocket, Parmesan and basil pesto

Dessert

Warm chocolate brownie with vanilla bean ice cream

Lemon citrus tart with vanilla bean ice-cream

Tea and coffee

£28.50 per person set meal

Choose one starter, one main and one dessert

for your event.

Please contact our Events Coordinator for our current

catering packages. Prices are subject to change.

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Sample Menu 1

Starter

Smoked salmon served with watercress,

granary croutes and horseradish crème fraiche

Mini confit duck spring rolls served with cucumber

& spring onion salad and Hoisin sauce

Fennel, walnut, apple & gorgonzola salad

Wild mushroom bruschetta finished

with shaved Parmesan & basil pesto

Seasonal soup served with granary bread

Main Course

8oz Rib-eye steak with homemade chunky chips,

roast cherry tomatoes and button mushrooms

Roast salmon fillet served on a bubble & squeak

potato cake finished with hollandaise sauce

Braised shoulder of lamb with potato & parsnip

mash, pea & mint puree and rich gravy

Goats cheese, pine nut and butternut squash en croute

served with a fondant potato, seasonal vegetables and

piquant dipping sauce

£37.50 per person set mealChoose one starter, one main and one dessert

for your event.

Dessert

Raspberry & almond Eton mess

Sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce and custard

Deconstructed pear & apple tart with amaretto mascarpone

Orange bread & butter pudding with ice cream,

custard or pouring cream

Tea and coffee with after dinner mints

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Sample Menu 2

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Piri Piri chicken skewers

Halloumi and roasted pepper kebabs

Pork and leek sausages

Homemade beef burgers with melted cheese

Pan fried onions

mixed leaf salad

pasta salad

Fresh breads

£18.95 per person

Homemade beef burgers with melted cheese

Old English style sausages available

Barbeque pork ribs

Piri Piri chicken skewers

Halloumi and summer vegetable kebabs

French bean salad

Potato and spring onion salad

Caesar salad

A selection of olives and dipping oils

Fresh breads


Barbeque Menu

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Cold dishes:

Selection of tortilla wraps

Selection of sandwiches served on wholemeal bread

Mixed vegetable and pesto pasta salad

Caesar salad topped with boiled eggs

Selection of homemade quiches

Homemade sausage rolls

Tomato, red onion and olive salad

Hot dishes

Sweet potato curry with chapatti bread

Traditional homemade Scouse with pickled red cabbage

Roast Mediterranean vegetables with penne

pasta topped with mozzarella cheese

Chilli con carne with tortilla chips and sour cream

Mixed vegetable chilli with tortilla chips

and sour cream

Homemade Thai chicken curry

King prawn Thai green curry

Option One - £13.951 hot dish, 1 cold dish, 2 accompaniments

Option Two - £17.952 hot dishes, 1 cold dish, 2 accompaniments

Additional dishes are available on request.


Buffet MenuAccompaniments

Homemade coleslaw

Green salad with house dressing

Basmati rice

Hummus and baba ganoush with pita breads

A selection of breads

Green bean and shallot salad

Roast new potatoes

Selection of seasonal vegetables

Potatoes wedges

Desserts

Lemon citron tart

Chocolate brownie

Cupcakes

Desserts available as add-on at £2.50 per person.

All prices include VAT.

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Mini smoked haddock and spring onion fishcakes

with tartar sauce

Goats cheese and red onion chutney croute

Smoked salmon and cream cheese blini

Mini vegetable spring rolls with sweet chilli dipping sauce

Mini jacket potatoes topped with sour cream and chives

Mini confit duck spring rolls with Hoisin dipping sauce

Tomato and basil Bruschetta topped with parmesan

and finished with basil pesto

Halloumi fingers with a roast red pepper mayonnaise

Piri piri chicken skewers

Lamb kofta with tzatziki

Honey and wholegrain sticky old English style sausages

Butternut squash and feta cheese risotto balls

Lemon sole goujons with garlic sauce

Option One - £7.50Choice of three canapés per person

Option Two - £10.95Choice of five canapés per person

Option Three - £11.95Choice of six canapés per person

All prices include VAT.


Canapes

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Glass of Cava with fresh raspberries

Traditional Lemonade

Selection of finger sandwiches

Scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam

Mini Bakewell Tart

Petit chocolate éclair

Your choice of tea from our tea selection

£20 per person


Afternoon tea

Drinks package one £13.50

Glass of Cava cocktail after ceremony

Glass of house wine with meal

Glass of Cava for the bridal toast

Drinks package two £15.50

Glass of Cava cocktail after ceremony

2 glasses of house wine with meal

Glass of Cava for the bridal toast

Drinks package three £22.50

Pimms or Cava cocktail after the ceremony

2 glasses of house wine with meal

Glass of Champagne for the bridal toast

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White Wine:

Vina Arroba - £15 WhiteSPAIN - A fresh white full of crisp apple and juicy pineapple flavours. 11%abv.

Les Guatier Blanc £16 WhiteFRANCE – A refreshing blend of zesty and fruity grape varieties. 11.5%abv.

Marqués de Somera Macabeo £16 WhiteSPAIN – Smooth and slightly creamy on the palate with fresh aromas reminiscent of herbs, banana and citrus fruit. 13%.

Rosé wines:

Discovery Beach - £15 White Zinfandel CALIFORNIA - This juicy rosé has sweet strawberry and tropical flavours with floral aromas.

Sparkling wines:

Castell Llord - £20 Cava Brut NVSPAIN - A bright and clean Cava with high, fruit flavours and balancing fresh acidity. 11.5% abv

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Red Wine:

Vina Arroba - £15 RedSPAIN - Soft and fruity, easy drinking full of delicious ripe fruit flavours. 11%abv.

Les Gautier Carignan Merlot £16 RedFRANCE – Soft, ripe, red fruit flavours with a smooth finish. 12.5%

Marqués de Somera Tempranillo £16 RedSPAIN – A fleshy and well-balanced medium-full bodied wine. 13%.

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Additional Suppliers

FloristsTamzyn Angela0151 548 8241www.tamzynangela.co.uk

Osmosis0151 707 9988www.osmosisdirect.com

PhotographersitchyKOO01937 586 220www.itchykoo.co.uk

Atmosferik Photography0800 781 2694www.atmosferik.com

Luke Richardson Photography07834 983104www.lukerichardsonphotography.com

Mad Panda Photography0151 702 7763www.madpanda.co.uk

Iain Watts Photography07846 102062www.iainwatts.com

Venue dressingAdd a Little Sparkle

0151 345 1716www.addalittlesparkle.com

MusiciansHope St Harmonies07947 387782 (Claire) or 07813 301517 (Elinor)www.hopestreetharmonies.co.uk

The Northern Chamber OrchestraFor string quartets or trios: 0161 247 2220 (Jonathan or Caroline) www.ncorch.co.uk

John Witherspoonsinger/songwriter07500 118241

Mike BrownDJ07889 366843

Wedding CupcakesVanessa Cakes07802 978843 Cupcake specialist (Vanessa Ralph)

There are 22 studios at the Bluecoat, including eight creative industry spaces accommodating graphic designers,

illustrators, arts editors, charities and more. We also house nine independent retail units, selling a variety

of handmade and unique items, from textiles to ceramics.

Recommended Suppliers

Print studiosat the Bluecoat0151 702 5324www.thebluecoat.org.uk/content/print-studios

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Creative community retailers:

Jewelers/ EngraversBluecoat Display Centre0151 709 4014www.bluecoatdisplaycentre.com

R&JP Porter engravers0151 708 6330www.thebluecoat.org.uk/gallery/retailers

Anthony Wong07811 206617 www.thebluecoat.org.uk/gallery/anthony-wong

Gift and wedding decorationsBluecoat Display CentreSee above

Landbaby0151 702 5324 ext. 198www.landbaby.co.uk

The Painted Chair 07890 468667www.paintedchair.co.uk

MusiciansSense of Sound0151 702 7799www.senseofsound.org

Tailoring & AlterationsStitches0151 702 7783www.stitchesuk.co.uk

Wedding ListsProbe Records0151 702 5324 ext. 146 www.thebluecoat.org.uk/gallery/retailers

If the Bluecoat seems like the place for you and your

partner, then why not come down for an informal

chat and show round of our beautiful spaces.

Alternatively, please complete the event form over

the page and return it by fax, email or post to our

Events Coordinator:

T: 0151 702 5324

E: [email protected]

or send it by post to:

The Bluecoat, School Lane, Liverpool, L1 3BX.

Booking Form


Photograph by Richard Bryant


Date(s) of wedding:

Your names:

Address:

Postcode:

Email:

Telephone:

Access time(s) for set up:

Start time(s) of event:

Finish time(s) of event:

Number of guests:


Booking Form

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Please discuss with the Events Coordinator the room

layout options for each space, before completing the

requirements below.

Type of celebration:

Ceremony

Wedding breakfast

Evening reception

Catering requirements:

Additional information:

Room (s) required

Sandon Room

Garden Room

Sandon Courtyard

Performance Space

Makin Library

Upstairs Bistro & Bar

Garden

The Hub

Other (please specify):

Any special room layout requests?


Spaces Required

Documents

Your Wedding at the Bluecoat