MetroCentre signs Reiss, enhancing Red Mall’s prime fashion offer
The Metrocentre Partnership has announced that fashion retailer, Reiss, has signed at Metrocentre, further demonstrating the top 5 super regional mall’s momentum in securing highly sought-after and premium brands. Reiss will open a 3,933 sq ft space in Lower Red Mall in mid-November, stocking menswear, womenswear & accessories....
More than £3 million boost for Newcastle and Gateshead in bumper month for conferences and events
NewcastleGateshead’s award-winning Convention Bureau hails ‘Super September’ as city welcomes more than 3,000 conference delegates September proved to be the busiest month of the year to-date for conferencing in Newcastle and Gateshead as 16 events took place with an estimated economic impact of over £3.3 million. The Faraday Institution...
Café Mercy and Hjem collaborate for exclusive Oyster Shucking special
The renowned cocktail bar Café Mercy and Michelin-starred restaurant Hjem are delighted to announce a one-off collaboration “Oyster Shucking Special”; pairing fresh oysters with premium cocktails and fine wine. On Sunday 10th November, Café Mercy will host an exclusive oyster shucking special at their Grey Street cocktail café in...
Baltic charity firewalk to raise money for people affected by cancer
Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and cancer charity Maggie’s are seeking brave people from across the North East to raise funds for people with cancer by taking part in a charity firewalk. Taking place on Baltic Square in Gateshead on Thursday 14 November, Walk on Fire will see charity...
Time to light up the city for Christmas
It’s official, the start of Newcastle’s Christmas is nearly here, as details are announced for this year’s Christmas lights switch on. Newcastle City Council will again be working with Hits Radio North East (formerly Metro Radio), and breakfast show presenters Steve and Karen will be taking centre stage alongside...
Exciting future ahead as KLM and Newcastle Airport celebrate 40 years of partnership
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is celebrating a landmark 40 years of partnership with Newcastle Airport this week. The airline has played a pivotal role in connecting the North East to the world and has been a key driver for investment and growth in the region. Starting in October 1984,...
Community Diagnostic Centre at Metrocentre Welcomes Its First Patient
A new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the Metrocentre has welcomed its first patient as part of a £18.6 million investment to improve diagnostic services for the local community. The centre, a partnership between Gateshead Health and Newcastle Hospitals as part of the Great North Healthcare Alliance, will...
Newcastle Gateshead launches game-changing music city
The Glasshouse International Centre for Music and music development agency Generator launch Newcastle Gateshead Music City. Music City will attract further investment from national music industry and drive continued increase in music tourism to the region. Music City will improve links between education and music careers in the North...
Northern Lights Newcastle announces 2024 Christmas Village foodie favourites and new traders
This November, Newcastle’s iconic Leazes Park will be transformed into a magical wonderland as Northern Lights Newcastle returns for its highly anticipated second year from Friday 22nd November. Back with 14 brand NEW world-class illuminations, and two heart-warming charity-based collaborations, a spectacular lake show, a grand finale and a Christmas Village brimming...
MetroCentre welcomes Greggs and Newcastle United to town square
The Metrocentre Partnership has announced the signing of two iconic Newcastle-born institutions at top 5 super regional mall, Metrocentre. Greggs and Newcastle United are set to open in Upper Town Square later this year, underscoring the destination’s commitment to working with local hero businesses and bringing forward the latest...