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With countless retailers and stores to explore in Newcastle City Centre, independent shops in Gateshead and many more stylish boutiques nearby, you're spoiled for choice when it comes to indulging in a spot of retail therapy.
For the latest in men's and women's fashion, discover the wide range of clothing, shoes and accessories on offer at Eldon Square, Newcastle's most well-known shopping centre. Here you can browse the rails of some of the region's best high street retailers and department stores like John Lewis and Fenwick Newcastle, where you'll find everything from homeware to beauty, designer fashion and children's toys.
Meanwhile, Metrocentre over the river in Gateshead provides an authentic shopping mall experience with clothing and jewellery stores, luxury beauty counters and specialist sports shops to explore at your leisure.
If you're keen for something a little more luxurious, treat yourself at any of the designer boutiques in the North East, including Hugo Boss, Space N.K. Apothecary and END Clothing. There's also a number of quirky independent retailers and vintage shops for you to pick up unique one-off pieces and trinkets on your visit!
No day of shopping in NewcastleGateshead would be complete without a visit to any of the local markets which host a range of stalls by North East vendors selling locally sourced foods and hand-crafted gifts. From vintage treasures at Tynemouth Market to delicious freshly prepared goods from the Grainger Market stalls, you'll find plenty of opportunities to shop until you drop in NewcastleGateshead. If you're looking for ways to shop sustainably then local markets are a great place to start as well as the increasing number of refill stations and environmentally-conscious independent shops most commonly found in Newcastle's suburbs.
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Post date: 4th November 2021
With the first whispers of 'Black Friday deals' beginning to float around and the pull to shop online for Christmas gifts, it is tempting to head to the big brands but here are our tips on how to buy festive presents from North East independent shops and businesses - as well as enjoy a day out in the toon!
Whether you’re a local on the hunt for the crustiest sourdough or biggest stottie, or you’re on your holidays in Newcastle – why not call in and treat yourselves to the freshest of artisan bakes at these seven, independent bakeries…
Thirsty for a zingy IPA or a hoppy craft beer? NewcastleGateshead is home to some of the best breweries, microbreweries, tap rooms and pubs which stock a wide range of craft beers, IPAs, cask ales and kegs. Find out where should be on your list of places to visit.
We’ve got some suggestions to get you off the sofa and into the fresh air in NewcastleGateshead. Whether you take a walk along the coastal paths or play at the new exhibition in Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, there are plenty of things you can do in Newcastle and Gateshead between Christmas and New Year.
Newcastle is a great, Christmassy day out - and with a chance to explore the city as well as the local neighbourhoods, choose from a range of bustling Christmas markets and artisan fairs popping up in Jesmond, Ouseburn and along the Quayside.
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