WWT Washington launches new postcard adventure trail for summer
The school summer holidays are almost here and families looking for a fresh adventure to deepen their connection with nature can enjoy a new postcard trail launching on 20 July at WWT Washington. Giant postcards, designed by children’s illustrator Ella Beech, share personal messages and fun travel stories from...
West End hit set to terrify Newcastle audiences
After exhilarating audiences across the globe with record breaking, sell-out productions and a smash hit film, the Olivier-award nominated, supernatural sensation, Ghost Stories “An immaculately crafted evening of entertainment” (Time Out) will be visiting Newcastle Theatre Royal (Tue 22 – Sat 26 Apr 2025). Now even more spine-tingling and...
Joe McElderry to star in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
South Shields-born X Factor winner, Joe McElderry, is set to return to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. His North East homecoming will see Joe perform at Newcastle Theatre Royal (Tue 10 – Sun 15 Jun 2025). McElderry returns to this sensational production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd...
Newcastle’s Ward Hadaway makes 13 new appointments as strong growth continues
Leading law firm Ward Hadaway has announced 13 new appointments across its offices, including seven in Newcastle, reinforcing its commitment to growth under managing partner Steven Petrie. The appointments add to the nearly 500-strong team at the full-service firm, one of the leading independent practices in the UK. The...
Tyneside Cinema kicks off new era with further funding boost
THE Tyneside Cinema has kicked off a new era in its illustrious history with a further six-figure funding boost. The iconic national treasure in Newcastle city centre has received a further investment of £545,000 in National Lottery grants from the British Film Institute (BFI) and The National Lottery Heritage...
Beamish named region’s most visited attraction and among top nationally
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North has been named the North East’s most visited attraction and among the top in the country, in a new VisitEngland report. The museum’s visitor numbers increased to 801,756 in 2023, making it top in the region and the 17th most visited paid-for...
Urban Green Newcastle and Mushroom Works unveil new creative space in heart of Gosforth Central Park
Urban Green Newcastle – the charity that cares for Newcastle’s parks and allotments – has unveiled Mushroom Works as the new tenant of the former Bowling Pavilion inside Gosforth Central Park. The community interest company, which provides affordable studio and events space for people working in the creative industries, will launch...
Major boost for North East TV & Film as post-production studio lands in Newcastle
Leeds-based production company, True North Post, has chosen Newcastle for their next studio with the potential of bringing more creative jobs to the city over the coming years. True North Post is known throughout the industry as a specialist in post-production, having delivered thousands of hours of content for...
INNSiDE by Meliá launch INNSiDE Road Runners
INNSiDE by Meliá, part of Meliá Hotels International, has launched INNSiDE Road Runners – a new wellness initiative to encourage INNSiDE hotel guests to see the city at pace, all while meeting like-minded people and exploring the local area. Taking place across INNSiDE UK hotels in Liverpool, Manchester and...
Festive Comedy show Laffs4Kids heads to Utilita Arena Newcastle this December
Laffs4Kids is coming to Utilita Arena Newcastle on Sunday, 15th December! Produced and compered by Jason Cook, the event is a fantastic feel-good Christmas show bringing together some of the best comedy stand-up acts, well known faces from TV and some extra special guests too. Laffs4Kids is not only...