The Barrel Store

About

New Brewery Arts is the home of craft and making in the heart of the Cotswolds, with a gallery, onsite artists’ studios, café and shop, guest accommodation at The Barrel Store, and an extensive programme of over 200 courses and workshops each year.

Covid-19 update: The Barrel Store will reopen on 1st August 2020.

Explore craft and creativity. See unique items created by extraordinary craftspeople. Our studios offer a rare opportunity to meet makers and buy beautifully crafted work direct from independent artists. You can browse an exceptional selection of work by some of the UK’s leading craft makers in our gallery and shop. Our Craft Shop sells beautifully hand-crafted items for the home and individually designed jewellery and textiles.Whether you are a collector of craft, or simply looking to find something truly inspiring, New Brewery Arts is a unique experience.

Make more of your visit to New Brewery Arts by dropping in to our Café, we serve great coffee and a delicious lunch menu, we use local, organic and fairtrade ingredients wherever possible.

You can now make your visit into a holiday and stay with us in our new visitor accommodation. Stylish and affordable, The Barrel Store is not only a great base for our workshops and classes but you can make it a springboard for exploring the Cotswolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty.

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Access Information

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to:

Gift shop

Information point

Public toilet

Public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair

Level access, ramp or lift to dining area

STAFF

Staff have had disability awareness training

GENERAL

Audible alarm system

Contrast markings on glass doors and full-height windows

Non-smoking policy throughout the attraction

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility

PARKING (multiple unit properties)

Route from the parking area to the entrance is:

Flat (i.e. without steps)

ACCESS TO ALL AREAS

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds), or access by a ramp or lift:

To a toilet suitable for use by wheelchair users

To one or more bedrooms

To the kitchen

To the lounge

To the toilet and bathroom

KITCHEN

Seating is available in the kitchen

BEDROOM(S) AND BATHROOM(S) - GENERAL

Bedrooms with en-suite bathroom available

Bathrooms available with:

Level entry shower (i.e. no raised shower tray or step-up)

GENERAL QUESTIONS

The following available for guests with asthma or allergies:

Rooms without fitted carpets

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Facilities

Accessibility

Accessible Bedrooms
Facilities for the Disabled

Catering

Additional meal details - Guests receive a 10% discount in the adjoining New Brewery Arts Cafe
Cooking facilities for guests use - There is a small self catering kitchen area for light meals, drinks and breakfast.

Children & Infants

Accept children all ages
Cot Available - Baby changing facilities and toys available in the adjoining cafe.
Highchair

Establishment Features

Drying Facilities - Tumble drier.
Exclusive Use
Ironing facilities
Launderette - £5 per wash.
Number of Shared Bathrooms - One shared, most rooms en suite.
Open all year
Wireless internet (WiFi) connection available

Key Features

In town/city centre

Payment Methods

Maestro accepted
MasterCard accepted
Visa accepted

Room / Unit Features

Ground floor bedrooms available

Target Markets

Activity breaks - part of New Brewery Arts, a charity for craft with workshops all year.
Family Fun
Marketed as green/environmentally friendly - built to passivhaus (Passive House) standards
Special provisions for cyclists - five bicycle lockers available

Map & Directions

Map Link

Click here to view map

Road Directions

Nearest major road is A417/419. In the centre of Cirencester.In town centre, follow brown tourism signs to Sheep Street Long stay car park. Then follow signs on foot

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Kemble.
Five minute walk from 51 bus stop ( Cheltenham/Swindon) in market place.

Awards

Other Awards Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2024

Opening Times

Opening (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

* Check-in / reception 16:00 – 22:00

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