Future North East film talent gets major funding boost
A PROJECT aimed at nurturing the North East’s young film and music-making talent has received a major funding boost. The Tyneside Talent Unit is the brainchild of Newcastle’s Tyneside Cinema and aims to create a dynamic home for young content makers to explore, develop and support creative skills in...
Treat yourself to a weekend of Self-care at Eldon Square this March
Calling all health, wellness and beauty enthusiasts! Eldon Square, Newcastle’s premier shopping destination, is hosting an exclusive Self-Care weekend on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th of March. Get ready for two blissful days filled with free treatments, wellness activities, product demonstrations and exclusive discounts from top retailers at this...
Dance City is funny – Paul Riley, Kate Butch and Simon Evans shows kick off a new move for Newcastle dance hub
Located in the heart of Newcastle city centre, Dance City is known for showcasing the best in dance but this Spring/Summer season they are leaping into the world of comedy as they welcome a multitude of comedy shows into Dance City. On Saturday 8 March, Paul Riley, best...
North East England unites for major UK real estate conference
For the first time the North East Mayor and all seven local authorities will join forces at UKREiiF, with a unified approach to promoting investment opportunities across every part of the region. North East England will unite to promote its strongest assets and most passionate advocates at the UK’s...
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness opens Tyne Theatre & Opera House’s Community Hall and Cafe
On Thursday 13 February 2025 the Tyne Theatre & Opera House, a Grade 1 listed Victorian theatre in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, held an opening event for their 1867 Hall and Cafe. The occasion formally marked the completion of an initial phase of ambitious development works made...
DWF announces 12 promotions in Newcastle
DWF, the global provider of integrated legal and business services, has announced 12 promotions in Newcastle. As part of its annual promotions process, DWF has promoted Amy Ruffle, Lana Imrie, and Alex Cudden to senior associate. Gabriella Slater, Harry Thomson, and Michelle Elliott have been promoted to associate, while...
Stradivarius signs at Metrocentre with 10,000 sq ft regional debut
The Metrocentre Partnership has announced that Stradivarius has signed at Metrocentre, marking the brand’s first location in the North East and further underscoring the destination’s regional dominance in attracting the latest and most sought-after fashion brands. Stradivarius will open an almost 10,000 sq ft space in lower Red...
A pit disaster commemoration, restored on TV’s The Repair Shop, donated to Beamish Museum
A mining disaster commemorative serviette, restored on TV show The Repair Shop, has been donated to Beamish Museum’s collection ahead of the anniversary of the tragedy. The West Stanley Pit Disaster on 16th February 1909, claimed the lives of 168 men and boys. The commemorative serviette, made from crepe...
Solicitor appointed trustee at young women’s educational charity
Lawyer Lydia Stewart has become a trustee of Choysez, an alternative education charity for disadvantaged and vulnerable young women in Northumberland. Lydia, a solicitor in the Muckle LLP Real Estate team, visited Choysez in Bedlington to find out more about the charity’s work, which has been providing alternative classroom...
Mother Mercy secures its place among the UK’s Top 50 cocktail bars of 2025
Mother Mercy, Newcastle’s acclaimed cocktail bar, has once again been recognised as one of the UK’s finest drinking destinations, earning a coveted place in the UK’s Top 50 Cocktail Bars 2025 list. This prestigious accolade highlights the venue’s continued dedication to crafting exceptional cocktails and delivering outstanding hospitality. ...