Looking forward to Newcastle’s Christmas and New Year 2023
Plans for Christmas and New Year in Newcastle have been announced, helping to make this festive season undoubtedly the most wonderful time of the year. Newcastle City Council will again be working with NE1, the Business Improvement District company for Newcastle city centre, to bring a whole variety...
EMI North partners with Generator in the North East
EMI North – launched earlier this year by the UK’s most celebrated label, EMI – has extended its network into the North East by partnering with Newcastle’s leading talent development agency, Generator, to form a new label focussed on finding new talent from the region. The area’s rich history...
Global underwater hub makes waves in region with northern office opening
Global Underwater Hub (GUH), the trade and industry development body representing the UK’s growing £8 billion underwater industry, has opened a new north England regional office in Newcastle upon Tyne. The new premises mark the next phase in the organisation’s plans to support the future growth of this diverse,...
Young people to pay no more than £3 for unlimited day travel across the North East
Young people aged 21 and under across Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and Durham can now travel all day by bus, Tyne and Wear Metro and the Shields Ferry for just £3 – thanks to the launch of a brand-new ticket, funded by the region’s Bus Service Improvement Plan. The...
International street artist paints the town pink, blue and white
NE1’s impressive street mural has been updated by Dutch street artist in time for summer. 90 metres of pavement on Wesley Square on the Quayside has been transformed into a huge work of art, thanks to another new artistic commission by NE1 and Newcastle City Council. Dutch street artist,...
NGI publishes report to celebrate a year of impact with partners
NGI's newly published report showcases £2.25m funding for tourism and job creation while celebrating a year of impactful partnerships for the North East.
Now is the time to plan summer fun – without breaking the bank
A wide number of tourism businesses and attractions across the North East have joined a campaign by the National Lottery and VisitBritain – in a bid to boost domestic tourism and provide hugely discounted family days out in time for the summer break. VisitBritain and The National Lottery have...
Stars of North East’s tourism industry shine at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2023
Four North East tourism businesses have been recognised at the national tourism awards which took place last night (Wednesday 7 June) at the Warner Bros Studio Tour London. Serenity Farne Island Boat Tours and Kidlandlee Holiday Cottages were presented Gold awards, Silver went to Langley Castle Hotel and Rockliffe...
Global initiative launched to promote healthy ageing and longevity in cities
The UK National Innovation Centre for Ageing (NICA) has launched a new global initiative to promote healthy ageing and longevity in the urban environment. The City of Longevity project is the first of its kind and aims to create an inclusive, accessible, and equitable urban environment that supports the...
Major New Festival Celebrates Region’s Tech Sector
TechNExt, a major new festival to promote and celebrate the North East region's growing tech sector will take over the region from June 19 – 23 2023.