Custard Factory

The Custard Factory is a converted Victorian factory complex that has become a cultural and creative quarter in Birmingham's Digbeth area. Originally a custard powder factory, the site now buzzes with independent boutiques, vintage stores, art galleries, and studios. The open-plan layout features courtyards and alleyways filled with street art and murals. Regular events include markets, live music, and film screenings. The on-site food hall offers a diverse range of cuisines, from Caribbean to vegan. At night, the venue transforms into a nightlife destination with bars and clubs. The Custard Factory is a hub for Birmingham's creative community, hosting workshops and pop-up events. It's a place where you can spend hours browsing unique shops, grabbing a bite, and soaking in the industrial-chic atmosphere. The nearby Digbeth Dining Club adds to the area's foodie appeal.

Don't miss

• Independent shops selling vintage clothing, vinyl records, and handmade crafts
• Street art and murals by local and international artists throughout the complex
• Food hall with diverse street food options, from bao buns to jerk chicken
• Regular events like the Digbeth First Friday art walk and weekend markets
• Nightlife venues including bars and clubs with live music and DJs

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Custard Factory

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Know before you go

• Check the events calendar online – there's often something happening.
• Bring cash for some independent stalls, though many accept cards.
• Come hungry – the food hall has excellent options for all diets.
• The street art makes for great photos – explore all the alleyways.

A bit of history

The Custard Factory was originally built in the early 1900s as a factory for Alfred Bird's custard powder. After production moved, the site lay derelict until the 1990s when it was redeveloped into a creative and retail space, preserving the original red-brick architecture.