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Firstsite Cafe

Colchester, Essex

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Eclectic contemporary art from new and emerging creatives among free galleries, plus films and cafe. Summary via Google

About Firstsite Cafe

Firstsite Cafe sits within an art gallery in Lewis Gardens that shows contemporary work by new and emerging artists, with free admission to the exhibition spaces, film screenings and creative workshops. The cafe serves coffee and hot food.

The venue is suitable for children. Food hygiene standards are rated 5 out of 5.

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

What's nearby

  • Curzon Colchester next door
  • Natural History Museum next door
  • Hollytrees Museum 150m away
  • Colchester Upper Castle Park 200m away
  • Colchester Castle 250m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

People say this art gallery offers diverse modern art exhibitions, cinema screenings, and creative workshops, alongside a cafe with delicious coffee and hot food. Visitors also highlight the free admission and the welcoming, helpful staff.

Some reviews mention the service can be slow.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Guest rating
4.3 / 5 (1,401 reviews)
Good for children
Yes
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5 – Very good
Destination
Essex

Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.