Historic restoration of the Grade II listed Worswick Chambers and 93–101 Pilgrim Street completed
Ryder Architecture, in conjunction with the project team comprising of Avison Young, SHED Engineers, OOBE Landscape Architects, and contractor Bowmer + Kirkland, has successfully completed the historic restoration and extension of Newcastle’s Grade II listed Worswick Chambers and 93-101 Pilgrim Street. The multi-million-pound project will now be transformed through...
NESST vision achieves regional business recognition for Pro-Vice-Chancellor
Judges at the North East Business Awards have named Professor John Woodward as the Business Person of the Year for Northumberland and Tyneside for his work to develop the new North East Space Skills and Technology Centre at Northumbria University. Professor Woodward, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (International) at Northumbria University has been...
Davina McCall, Arriving in Style with Parkers Chauffeurs!
As the leading chauffeur company in Newcastle, Parkers Chauffeurs recently had the immense privilege of transporting Davina McCall during her visit to Newcastle. It was a double celebration for Davina, attending her daughter’s graduation ceremony at Newcastle University and the following day, accepting an honorary PhD in Civil Law...
Lumo takes pride in supporting local independent businesses
Tyneside train operator Lumo is showing its support for local independent businesses in Gateshead ahead of the town’s first Pride event this month, by showcasing some of the town’s hidden gems in a video taking social media by storm. Popular North East drag queens Danni Delonco and Mutha Tucka...
A glittering event to sparkle throughout Raby Castle’s grounds this Autumn
A glittering experience is set to arrive in the North East this autumn as Raby Castle, Park and Gardens launches an extravaganza of light, music and storytelling. The Glittering North will be a celebration of the region’s Norse and Viking heritage, weaving together tales of folklore and myth, with...
‘Homegrown’ partner promotion at UNW
Newcastle-based independent chartered accountancy and business advisory firm UNW has announced the promotion of Peter Sym to Partner in its Audit & Assurance team, making him the first person in the firm’s history to progress from graduate trainee level all the way through to partner. Peter, who joined UNW...
Your Most Memorable Christmas at your very own country home
Ever wondered what it would be like to experience the festive season in your very own lavish country home, fit for royalty…? Five-star 19th-century country home and luxury hotel, Matfen Hall, nestled in the rolling hills of Northumberland, could be your Christmas home this festive season, providing you with...
Summer’s Not Over Yet! WWT Washington Has A Wow for You Around Every Corner
Families looking to make the most of the last few weeks of summer should head to Wearside’s WWT Washington Wetland Centre, where an extraordinary day out filled with new experiences and unique activities in nature awaits. There’s a wow around every corner and something for all the family at...
Growing UNW reveals appointment of Corporate Finance Manager
Newcastle-based chartered accountancy and business advisory firm UNW has further strengthened its Corporate Finance team with the appointment of Meghan Phillips as Corporate Finance Manager. Meghan, who is ACCA qualified, joins UNW having recently relocated back to her native North East following a decade in the Midlands where she...
Ambition, intrigue and jazz-age glamour
The razzle-dazzle of Broadway is coming to Newcastle Theatre Royal as Chicago the Musical hits the stage (Mon 28 Oct – Sat 2 Nov 2024). This legendary, Tony Award-winning show brings its signature style with sensational choreography, unforgettable songs, and a captivating story of ambition, intrigue and jazz-age glamour....