Brenda Edwards makes her directorial debut
Brenda Edwards makes her directorial debut on the 2024/25 Hairspray UK Tour having previously delighted audiences as “Motormouth” Maybelle when Hairspray last lit up the stage at Newcastle Theatre Royal in 2018. The Loose Women and X Factor star recently made a popular return to the Grey Street venue...
Raby Castle’s new exhibition awarded national accolade
A new exhibition featuring the voice of BBC Countryfile presenter Matt Baker MBE, has won a prestigious national award by destination marketing organisation VisitEngland. Raby Castle, Park and Gardens in County Durham, launched the exhibition within its Grade II* listed newly-renovated Coach House and Stables in June 2024....
Going for growth: Morpeth leads the way on the East Coast Main Line
Morpeth is showing signs of significant growth for customer journeys on the East Coast Main Line with new data release by the popular open access operator, Lumo. Lumo believes the surge in demand for its services is due to a combination of an increasing focus on sustainability by leisure...
UK print giants hire experienced ecommerce expert
A UK print organisation has announced its intentions in digital with the appointment of a new ecommerce consultant. Sunderland-based operation WTTB, formerly known as Where The Trade Buys, has installed Scott Holland to advise the board on the businesses digital and ecommerce strategies. WTTB has become one of the...
Region welcomes European media to mark launch of new easyJet routes
Travel journalists and social media influencers from Netherlands and France enjoyed a weekend exploring the North East to mark the launch of two new routes into Newcastle International Airport. The media were invited to see what was on offer in the destination, following easyJet’s new daily flights from Amsterdam...
Keith Merrin recognised as one of the 50 most influential museum leaders in the world
A “forward-thinking” North East museum director has been named as one of the sector’s most influential leaders worldwide. Keith Merrin – Director of Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums – features in the Blooloop 50 Museum Influencer List, announced on 31 October 2024. The list highlights key individuals whose...
The Glasshouse announces £2m donation from The Foyle Foundation
The Glasshouse is announcing a major, £2m donation from The Foyle Foundation to support its work with young people. Already reaching over 50,000 young people each year, the donation will support the music charity to grow and develop its work, under the banner of a new Music Academy for...
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....
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...