Metrocentre gears up for the return of indoor dining and leisure
Metrocentre’s indoor dining and leisure retailers will reopen on Monday 17 May, following the latest government announcement. From Monday, Metrocentre visitors will be able to dine indoors with up to 6 people or two households at restaurants such as Wagamama, Nando’s, Five Guys, Zizzi and Chiquito, plus brand-new local independent restaurant,...
Fenwick Newcastle shines a light on homegrown talent with new artisanal marketplace ‘The Fenwick Exchange’
Prepare for a deliciously British summer and celebrate the region’s best homegrown talent with The Fenwick Exchange, Fenwick Newcastle’s brilliant new artisanal marketplace. The Fenwick Exchange is showcasing the regions finest food and drink producers in the Northumberland Street store from Monday 10 May to Sunday 23 May. Discover...
Up to 14 flights a week to Portugal from Newcastle International Airport
Following the announcement of the Green List by the Government last week, passengers can now choose from two destinations in Portugal and four airlines flying up to 14 times a week from the North East’s largest airport this summer. In light of the announcement, British Airways immediately put two...
Eco-friendly is the new black: Metrocentre launches new uniforms made from recycled bottles
You’ve heard of bring your own bottle, but how about turning it into a suit? Metrocentre Gateshead has unveiled its new sustainable staff uniforms, made from recycled plastic bottles. On average 45 plastic bottles are used to create a suit jacket and matching trousers, all recycled from landfill. Metrocentre’s...
Live Theatre announces the appointment of Jack McNamara as new Artistic Director/Joint CEO
Live Theatre has to announced the appointment of new Artistic Director/Joint CEO, Jack McNamara. Jack will join the Newcastle-based theatre in late August 2021, and will share the CEO role with Jacqui Kell, Executive Director. Jack has been Artistic Director of Nottingham-based touring company New Perspectives since 2012. His...
Office park helps to meet rising demand for clean travel
More commuters at a North East office park will be able to travel while protecting the planet from harmful emissions, thanks to its latest move. Quorum Park has installed a series of fast electric charging points on the site to help satisfy growing demand for more environmentally friendly travel...
The Tyne Theatre highlight ways to support them following funding decision
The Tyne Theatre and Opera House recently received the disappointing news that their application for the second round of Culture Recovery Funding was unsuccessful. A statement released from the Theatre following the funding decision said: “We’re pleased to see the news of many deserving recipients of the second round...
UK Athletics and Gateshead step in to host Diamond League fixture
UK Athletics can confirm that it will host the Müller Grand Prix Gateshead on 23 May at the Gateshead International Stadium. Rabat, which was due to host the opening Diamond League fixture on the same date, was no longer able to hold the event, and UK Athletics made the...
Life Science Centre becomes first visitor attraction to receive Gold Standard on World Autism Day
Life Science Centre, in Newcastle, has been awarded the Gold Standard by The North East Autism Society (NEAS), making it the first visitor attraction to ever receive the award. The award, which was presented ahead of Word Autism Day on Friday 2 April, recognises the innovative three-year partnership between...
Gateshead College appoints new principal
Gateshead College has announced the appointment of its new CEO/Principal, David Alexander, who will join the college this summer. David, who is currently vice principal at West College Scotland, one of the largest educational institutions in the country, will relocate to the North East to take up the post....