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Come and visit us online sometime: getintonewcastle.co.uk WITH THINGS RETURNING ContentsFood & Drink 8 TO NORMALITY WE REVERT Family Fun 12 TO BRINGING YOU AN INTRODUCTION TO THE Art & Culture 14 MAGAZINE FROM A MEMBER OF THE NE1 TEAM, STARTING Shopping 16 THIS ISSUE WITH THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE. Music & Nightlife 20 FRESH FROM THE @NewcastleNE1 PRESS Feeling a bit more optimistic about /GetIntoNewcastle things? I am. First, the weather is improving - that always helps with the ‘feel good’ newcastlene1 factor. Second, we seem (and I hope I don’t have to eat these words!) we are getting on top of the pandemic, the shops are open and indoor hospitality is making a welcome return this May. It’s great to see the efforts everyone in the city has been making to look after If you wish to submit a listing for inclusion 6 their customers; from a humble haircut please email: [email protected] to a new outfit and a meal out with For advertising call 0191 500 7865 or email: [email protected] 8 friends - suddenly it’s possible again. Get into Newcastle is published by And how we have missed it! Allies Group Ltd This edition the NE1 magazine marks ‘back to normal’ - or maybe back to the ‘new normal’. So much has changed I don’t expect we’ll revert to pre-2020 for a while yet, if ever. To me this is not a problem - it’s an Allies Group Ltd, Enterprise House, Kingsway, Team Valley Trading Estate, 13 opportunity. It’s an opportunity to try Gateshead, NE11 0SR out the new things and places that allies-group.com have come along, in many cases quite Publisher Christopher March literally ‘popped up’, over the last few [email protected] Editorial Matthew Thomas, Elysia Fryer weeks and months. [email protected] The city is so exciting just now and [email protected] there’s much more yet to come over Advertising Rebecca Jackson [email protected] the summer. Between these pages is Design David Stubbs where you’ll find out about it - we’re [email protected] looking forward to seeing you in town Image credit: vecteezy.com soon! All contents copyright ©2021 Allies Group Ltd. All rights reserved. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, no responsibility can be ADRIAN WADDELL accepted for inaccuracies, howsoever caused. NE1 CHIEF EXECUTIVE No liability can be accepted for illustrations, 14 photographs, artwork or advertising materials while in transmission or with the publisher or their agents. All content marked 'profile feature' is paid for advertising. All information is correct at time of going to print, May 2021.

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TheAT A GLANCE... next 10 WAYS TO GETfortnight THE BEST OUT OF THE CITY!

1 POP-UP PERFECTION Central Park @ Times Square Until 24 July Gather the gang and enjoy this idyllic outdoor drinking and dining spot, it’s a must on your May agenda! Get down to Central Park at Times Square and enjoy the blissful surroundings as you indulge in seriously good street food, beers, screenings and more! centralparknewcastle.co.uk 2 SPECTACULAR STEAKS Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill Throughout May If, like us, you’re beyond excited to get back to one of our favourite steakhouses in the city, be sure to book a table at Marco Pierre White this month! Expect sizzling steaks and the Et finest sides, all served with a smile! mpwrestaurants.co.uk h 3 GIN O’CLOCK nort Pleased To Meet You HAYMARK Throughout May 5 Selfie Central m METROumber Oh, how we are 'pleased to meet you' (again)! Our friends at PTMY are back behind the bar, doing what they do best - and LAND you’ll find us in there sampling a spectacular array of gins from near and far. See you there! ST. facebook.com/ptmyncl 4 INSPIRING ART Grainger Market 10 greystreetDEAN WOW: Women Only Works On Paper S From 17 May Marco Pierre White TREET Calling all culture vultures! Make sure you check out the 2 Steakhouse Bar & Grill Laing Art Gallery’s sparkling new WOW exhibition, displaying over 50 watercolours and pastels complemented by etchings and screenprints from some of the most iconic female artists. laingartgallery.org.uk 5 AND POSE! 1 Central Park E Selfie Central @ Times Square D Throughout May THE ySI Get yourselves over to The Gate this May for the ultimate 8 Lane 7 ua selfie experience! One of the UK’s only experiences of its kind, Selfie Central is the place to be to snap, share and Q smash your social media game. Complete with funky sets, backdrops and props, you won’t want to miss this! thegatenewcastle.co.uk 6 EXCITING EXHIBITION Pakui Hardware: Virtual Care From 19 May Don’t miss this fascinating UK debut display by Pakui Hardware (Neringa Cerniauskaite and Ugnius Gelguda). Expect to see inspiring explorations of robotic and virtual care and how it shapes our realities through bodies, technology and materials. Prepare to be wowed! baltic.art

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7 GREEN SPACE Grey Street Gathering Throughout May Our Grey Street Gathering is in-situ under the shadow of Grey’s Monument, and it’s the perfect spot to rest those legs and while away the hours under the spring sunshine. Meet your friends, unwind on your lunch break, or simply take a moment mid-shopping trip! getintonewcastle.co.uk 8 GAME CHANGER Lane7 Throughout May Challenge your chums to a game on the lanes this spring! Why not bring a bit of healthy competition to your bank holiday weekend plans? It’s a great way to catch up with friends over food, drinks and a bit of nail-biting action! lane7.co.uk 9 HAPPY SHOPPING John Lewis, Eldon Square Throughout May Flick to page 16 for our round-up of all that our friends at Et John Lewis are offering this spring. From new fashion lines to handy home design services and lots of friendly faces to ensure shopping is as safe and enjoyable as possible, we’re delighted h to be back! nort johnlewis.com HAYMARKMETROumber 7 Grey Street Gathering 10 CELEBRATING INDEPENDENTS m Grainger Market LAND Throughout May Laing Art Gallery 4 We’re taking the time to guide you through some of the ST. glorious independents that make up our Grainger Market on page 9 20. From local food suppliers and street food vendors, to creative makers, long standing family businesses and much, much more, Eldon greystreetDEAN we’re incredibly proud to call this vibrant hub our own. Square S ourgraingermarket.co.uk TREET

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Word on the street INSPIRING INSIGHTS AND EXCLUSIVE NEWS FROM ACROSS THE TOON THIS FORTNIGHT...

A HUGE STEP FOR NEWCASTLE UNI'S STEPHENSON BUILDING Spectacular plans to transform Newcastle University’s Stephenson WINE O'CLOCK IS BACK! Building into a world-class facility have been unveiled, and boy do they Good news wine-lovers! Our friends at WC Newcastle have moved their look good! Part of an eye-watering £69m transformation, this radical reopening date forward, meaning we can get back to sipping the good stuff overhaul has been given the green light and will allow Newcastle from 17 May! Even better, the team behind this quirky Bigg Market venue will University's Stephenson Building to become a leading School of be opening their doors seven days a week with a number of must-have deals Engineering for research, learning and engagement. A major milestone to get stuck into. With two for £10 cocktail deals and a bottle of house wine in the uni's rich history, this space-age building will also provide an for just £15 Monday to Thursday, 5pm - 7pm, you'd be a fool to miss out. exciting and diverse sustainability-driven curriculum within engineering Time to raise a glass and get back to it folks! Don't forget to book in advance for students across the globe. We can’t wait to see this one come on in to avoid disappointment. the coming months. Stay tuned online for updates and snapshots! wcnewcastle.co.uk ncl.ac.uk

STEP INNSIDE! We were lucky enough to be invited to have a look inside the stunning Innside Newcastle before it officially opens its doors on 17 May. Like many businesses, it has been a challenging year, but they're finally ready to open their doors and welcome the good people of Newcastle. Expect stunning rooms, wow views and an exciting food concept to be confirmed in the coming weeks. Stay tuned on social media for announcements! melia.com

TIME TO TAKE TO THE WATER Are you ready to hit the water this summer with CBK Adventures? We can hardly wait! Like a duck to water, the CBK gang are back this May and they’ve opened up a raft (see what we did there?) of spaces for kayaking expeditions on the Quayside and down the River Tyne. Imagine this... a SALON SUSTAINABILITY gentle paddle beneath our seven iconic bridges, the summer sun beating Huge shout out to the team at Green Ginger Hairdressing, who have recently down as you snap away, people-watch and work up a bit of a sweat at picked up an award for sustainability following the salon’s mission to reduce its the same time! A thrilling, first-class way to see our city from the water, carbon footprint. During ‘Lockdown 3.0’ the Higham Place beauty business was this is a great opportunity to explore hidden gems amongst the urban recognised with ‘The Good Salon Guide Eco Award’ for ethical and sustainable landscape and enjoy tales of the city's past, present and future. Head salon practice. Not happy with the amount of waste going to landfill, Green over to the CBK Adventures website using the link below and get yourself Ginger searched for a solution and found 'The Green Salon Collective' - helping booked in before it's too late! them to recycle 99% of their waste, including hair, foils, colour tubes, plastics, cbkadventures.co.uk PPE and surplus chemicals. Massive congrats to all involved in the initiative! greenginger-newcastle.co.uk

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ROOFTOP RIVIERA IN THE PIPELINE FOR FENWICK… We love visiting Fenwick’s Santa on the Rooftop at Christmas, and we’ve received fabulous news that our Fenwick friends have unveiled breathtaking plans to build on this success and open a permanent rooftop cafe, high above the city! That’s right, they're currently in the midst of exploring options to turn their fourth floor roof terrace into a brand new, modern eatery that will serve up some pretty spectacular views across the city centre. The terrace, facing out onto Northumberland Street, would not only have a canopy with a retractable awning, but they’d be serving up some of the finest cuisine in the city! Think Fenwick Food Hall with all the trimmings! It’s early and we’ve got our ears to GREY STREET IS CALLING FOR METRO the ground for more developments, but could you imagine an al fresco RADIO! brunch and Fenwick shopping trip to finish? Dreamy! Our friends at Metro Radio are riding on a wave of positivity this May, recently fenwick.co.uk announcing that they're taking their award-winning operation into the city centre and will be moving into state-of-the-art studios at the Grade II Listed Gainsborough House on Grey Street. This iconic building will now host the likes of Steve and Karen’s acclaimed weekday Breakfast Show direct from A TOTALLY TRANSFORMED MARCO one of Newcastle’s most famous streets. They’ll also be the new neighbours POLO! of our artisan pizza chums, Pizza Punks - that would have been the deal After 46 years of serving up delightful Italian dishes to hungry revellers clincher for us too! in the Toon, Marco Polo decided to use the lockdown period as an planetradio.co.uk/metro opportunity to go under the knife and embark on a major revamp, and we’re delighted to learn that the restaurant has come out of the other side looking radiant and totally transformed for summer 2021! Set to reopen on 20 May, this Dean Street food palace has unveiled a striking geometric interior, Victorian-esque glass green tiling and a colour scheme that looks like a scene straight out of a Venetian palace. One to add to your must-visit lists this May! facebook.com/marcopolonewcastle

PERMISSION TO 'SCREAM' FOR PIZZA! We're getting ready to move our pizza parties from the sofa to a sparkling new spot on the Quayside thanks to Scream For Pizza's exciting new venture! The slice masters have picked up the keys to their new home overlooking the Tyne, and we can't wait to see it unfold in the coming months! Having worked their way around the region for seven years as street food vendors, they've certainly got a good name when it comes to cheesy, doughy delights, and we can't wait to see what they've got in store at their new HQ. They'll be bringing New York- style slices and scrummy ice cream creations to the Quayside from summer. Stay tuned on social media for updates and lip-smackingly good snaps! screamforpizza.com

A WARM WELCOME TO BOBBY’S We’re buzzing to welcome another new nightlife haunt to our party scene NE1’S GAMING SCENE LEVELS UP… this summer and we’re pretty certain it is going to go down a treat once It’s all action over on Grey Street this summer! Having welcomed some it's up and running! Ladies and gentleman, please give a warm Geordie beautiful pavement cafes, seen Metro Radio relocate to Gainsborough House welcome to Bobby’s! An all-inclusive spot opening up on the old site and our Grey Street Gathering setting up camp as a glorious spot to relax and of Secrets Bar near the Life Science Centre, this is set to be the place unwind, we’re buzzing to learn that this sparkling street in the centre of town to be if you’re after a lively sports bar and a late-night boogie! The will soon have a nostalgic gaming arcade joining the party! Taking over the team is busy installing a vibrant bar area complete with DJ booths for basement beneath Zizzi’s Italian Restaurant, NQ64 is set to come armed with entertaining and everything else you can imagine for guaranteed good classic console games such as Pac Man, Space Invaders and Guitar Hero. The times in the Toon! Stay up to date on their progress by giving them some best bit? You can enjoy it all whilst catching up with friends over a drink or love on Facebook. See you soon guys! two! Who else is excited to get booed at by the Guitar Hero crowd because facebook.com/bobsncl we’ve had a few too many? nq64.co.uk

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Back in business WE'VE HIT ANOTHER MILESTONE DATE IN THE 21 ROAD TO REALITY, AND WE'RE OVERJOYED TO The delicious 21 at Home kerbside collection service became our saving grace in the several lockdown periods, serving us with restaurant-quality BE BACK OUT ENJOYING SOME OF OUR CITY'S food from 21 Hospitality kitchens. But now we've hit that 17 May milestone, FINEST BARS AND RESTAURANTS - INDOORS we can finally reunite with our pals at this Newcastle icon by the Quayside! 21 is a classic, modern bistro offering mouthwatering seasonal dishes, AND OUTDOORS! paired with exceptional service and a buzzy atmosphere - the TO CELEBRATE, WE’VE ROUNDED UP SOME perfect tonic for your first meal out.21newcastle.co.uk OF OUR FAVOURITE SPOTS TO SIT BACK AND ENJOY AS THEY RETURN TO BUSINESS THIS TRÄKOL @ BY THE THE DISPENSARY RIVER BREW CO Perfect eggs, banging burgers and MAY. GOOD LUCK GUYS! OPENING 19 MAY fluffy pancakes - yes, we could only be Wednesday 19 May is the date for talking about The Dispensary! Reunite your diary! Gather your mates and with this Toon favourite and tuck into Restaurants >> head for By The River Brew Co to try a pretty-as-a-picture stack of pancakes MANTRA THAI the fresh and seasonal treats from from this uber-cool foodie hangout. DINING THE BOTANIST Träkol. Boasting a vibrant menu What are you waiting for? Gather OPENING 19 MAY Grab your pals and pencil in a packed full of interesting flavours your gang and book in for some Diaries at the ready! Mantra Thai date at The Botanist. It's been and ethical cooking techniques, delicious grub! Dining is reopening for indoor dining a while and we can't wait to this spot on the city's 'Southbank' instagram.com/thedispensaryncl from 19 May. We simply can’t wait to get back to it! Enjoy all of your is perfect for those looking to dine be reunited with the authentic flavours favourite dishes including their with dazzling views! and vibrant atmosphere of this NE1 famous hanging kebabs, Botanist bytheriverbrew.co/trakol PACIFIC HOUSE foodie spot. We’re not ashamed to boards, mouthwatering burgers This contemporary American admit that we’re already browsing and gorgeous cocktails from HOUSE OF TIDES kitchen is back with a brand the menu ahead of our visit. Lamb the comfort of an indoor table OPENING 19 MAY new food menu brought to massaman curry or spicy stir-fried rice boasting gorgeous views over Book yourself in for an evening at you by Pizza Squared - experts noodles with beef? We’ve certainly Grey Street and beyond! Newcastle’s very own Michelin starred when it comes to Sicilian square missed making these decisions. thebotanist.uk.com restaurant from 19 May. Think pizza! Whether you’re looking mantra-thai.co.uk ambitious flavours, stunning interiors for an after-work tipple or and a gorgeous Quayside location! two, something to satisfy the UNO’S TRATTORIA houseoftides.co.uk mid-week munchies, a mate While dining al fresco under the Tyne Bridge has been date or a bite to eat during the amazing, we’re extremely excited at the thought of being seated at a table for footy, Pacific House has got you two in the cosy, warm and welcoming vibes of this authentic Italian restaurant! MILLER & covered. pacifichouse.co.uk unosrestaurant.co.uk CARTER Anyone else dreaming of 50-day CÔTE BRASSERIE LOLA JEANS aged steaks with beef dripping We’re swapping Côte at Home for a Say hello to Lola Jeans! We’ve been sauce? If you’ve missed the spot of indoor dining and we can’t dreaming about our return, with a refined steak experience in a wait to feel like we've been whisked cocktail or two and the famous Lola’s restaurant as much as we have, away to Paris again at this Grainger Classic burger. Think two signature you’ll be pleased to know that Street hotspot! Tuck into your favourite beef patties, mature cheddar, smoked you can now book in for indoor French dishes including their incredible streaky bacon, shoestring onions, dining. Go here for sophisticated salmon ratatouille, succulent beef pickles, shredded iceberg and Lola’s dining packed with gorgeous bourguignon and delicious signature sauce with heaps of triple cooked food, a vibrant atmosphere PIZZA PUNKS Côte burger. Rally your troops and get chips. Sounds delicious, right? and a bottle of the good stuff! Fluffy sourdough, melted cheese and your table booked this May! cote.co.uk lolajeans.co.uk millerandcarter.co.uk a choice of over 50 toppings. A trip to this Grey Street pizzeria should be at MARCO PIERRE WHITE the top of your agenda this May. Go STEAKHOUSE BAR & GRILL PITCHER & PIANO here for gorgeous wood-fired pizzas, Did someone say steak? We’re drooling just thinking about the fillet steak with Weekends down by the Quayside classic desserts, killer cocktails, craft garlic king prawns, béarnaise sauce, toasted sourdough and chunky chips. But just got a whole lot better! With the beer, mint tunes and an even better more than that, the Marco’as experience has definitely been missed amongst us reopening of indoor dining, fill your atmosphere. Vegan, vegetarian and Geordies this past year - the buzzy atmosphere, exquisite food, delicious cocktails schedule with bottomless brunch gluten free options are all available and comfortable surroundings come as a package deal and we can’t wait to get dates, post-work tipples and plenty of as well as a menu designed to satisfy booked in. gorgeous dinners at Pitcher & Piano! even the fussiest of eaters! mpwrestaurants.co.uk pitcherandpiano.com pizzapunks.co.uk

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Bars >> BIJOUX REVOLUCIÓN DE Mosley Street favourite, Bijoux, is CUBA one of Newcastle’s busiest bars Picture this, you’re sitting on the and has certainly been a miss this Santiago Sun Terrace drinking past year. Expect three floors of cocktails, tucking into delicious food international quality DJs, swanky and embracing the Latin-inspired vibes decor and drinks aplenty. Get your - sounds good, right? And guess what? table booked in advance, ahead of If it’s raining, you don’t have to worry the venue reopening their doors. because we can sit inside once again! bijouxbarnewcastle.co.uk Let the good times roll... revoluciondecuba.com MARKET SHAKER PLEASED TO MEET YOU This independent, all-day bar is a Get dolled up, an evening at Pleased To Meet You is on the cards! These CITY TAVERN firm favourite and we cannot wait Toon favourites are specialists in gin, craft beer, wine, cocktails and food - Pals and pints - the combo we’ve to return for a boozy afternoon. Lush all of the essentials when it comes to ensuring a great night out with pals. been missing a lot recently, but food, mint drinks and an even better facebook.com/ptmyncl the wait is finally over. Venture atmosphere. We’re loving this return over to this Toon favourite from to normality. BILLY BOOTLEGGERS THE HUDSON 17 May and, whether you’re instagram.com/marketshakernewcastle The guys at Billy Bootleggers know The Hudson is the perfect place to looking for post-work drinks or how it’s done. Live music, moonshine catch-up with friends over a tipple a boozy weekend, City Tavern THE DOG & PARROT and a buzzy atmosphere - oh, and did and a bite to eat as the late-afternoon has got you covered. Indie tunes, rock ‘n’ roll vibes and we mention an indoor seat? Our pals sunshine beats down and our glorious citytavern.co.uk even better beverages, The Dog & have worked hard during the pandemic city comes alive! Complete with (vital) Parrot is a Toon favourite and we can't to deliver their goods to our homes, patio heaters if you’re going al fresco wait to return! Grab your pals and but now we can return the favour by and super-friendly bar staff, a cold one go here for a night of pool, red stripe paying them a visit! at The Hudson is calling your name and two floors of music anthems. facebook.com/billybootleggers this May! hudsonnewcastle.co.uk thedogandparrot.co.uk

BAR 52 Located at 55 Degrees North, Bar 52 is the place to go to enjoy live sports, fresh beers, LADY GREYS and a buzzy atmosphere. Think Purveyors of cask ales, fine wines, stateside vibes, cool interiors, premium spirits and much more! a dazzling drinks offering and With a focus on local produce from mouthwatering food! Book your cask breweries and local farms in table and head down to this city Northumberland, this is the place centre spot for an unforgettable to go to feel right at home while night in Newcastle. TIGER HORNSBY you're out-out! bar-52.co.uk/newcastle Planning a visit to this intimate cocktail bar is a must this May! Go here for instagram.com/ladygreys gorgeous cocktails and spectacular Quayside views. With a menu updated seasonally, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to sunshine tipples! THE ALCHEMIST REVOLUTION From classic treats to inspiring experimental concoctions - there’s Who’s ready for some scroll-stopping Cocktails anyone? Let us set the scene, something for everyone to fall in love with. tigerhornsby.co.uk cocktails? We certainly are! Renowned it’s Friday night, you’ve finished a for their scientifically satisfying busy week at work, you’re sitting in a cocktails, this Eldon Square hangout booth at Revs, sipping on a Strawberry THE REDHOUSE PASSING CLOUDS will be reopening its doors on 17 Daiquiri. Perfection! While we enjoyed Quayside pint? Go on then! Pencil in This Bigg Market favourite is renowned May. We can’t wait to get our hands a range of exclusive cocktail kits 17 May for a date with The Redhouse for incredible nights out packed on their truly unique cocktail menu to try at home, it’s safe to say we’re and get ready to swap your takeout with cool cocktails and good vibes! and try the likes of the Lightbulb patiently waiting to reunite with our beers for river views, lush food and Live music, special offers and mint Moment, Colour Changing One, favourite tipple from the comfort a sit-down drink. atmosphere - what more could you Bath Bomb and so many more. of this uber-cool cocktail hub. facebook.com/redhousencl want? passingcloudsbar.co.uk thealchemist.uk.com revolution-bars.co.uk JALOU ALL BAR ONE THE PURPLE BREWDOG Jalou is renowned for its exciting drinks From your morning coffee to those PEACOCK The news we’ve all been list, great music and lively atmosphere, Saturday night Espresso Martinis, All Luxury styling, Asian cuisine and waiting for! Yes - that’s right - and we can hardly wait to be reunited Bar One will be back in your lives from gorgeous cocktails. The Purple Peacock these craft beer experts will be this month! With its chic Parisian 17 May. From picture-perfect cocktails is the place to go for an extravagant reopening their doors on 17 May. Go decor and outdoor terrace, this swanky to jaw-dropping food dishes, this night filled with glamour, style and here for chilled vibes, perfectly poured cocktail bar provides the perfect luxury vibrant venue has everything you sophistication - perfect for catching up IPAs and board games galore. Oh how hangout in the Toon. Book a table in need to enjoy socialising with with friends or indulging for date night. we've missed spending time at this advance to avoid disappointment. your friends and family again. ilovepurplepeacock.com iconic hangout. brewdog.com jalou.co.uk allbarone.co.uk

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Dean Street with a freshly poured beer. With over 22 Round off a stellar Sunday with an innovative and indulgent feast A S I concoctions to try straight from the tap, paired with cool at Aveika! Go here for sumptuous sushi, spectacular cocktails and A N - tunes and a range of delicious bar snacks, we couldn’t think a stylish vibe to match. With everything from robata grilled meats, F PM US of a better way to watch the Toon amble on by - Sunday to maki rolls, and Sunday roasts for those with a traditional taste, IO N style! brewdog.com there's something for everyone! aveika.co.uk FIN ISH!

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An ode to Newcastle’s culture scene OUR THEATRES AND CINEMAS ARE AT THE VERY HEART OF NEWCASTLE’S CULTURE SCENE, AND WE CAN’T WAIT TO GET BACK TO SOME OF OUR FAVOURITE VENUES! AS THE CITY COMES TO LIFE AGAIN AND WE FEEL A BUZZ ABOUT THE PLACE, WE’VE BEEN TYNE THEATRE & OPERA HOUSE CHECKING IN WITH SOME FAMILIAR FACES They’ve been waiting in the wings and they’re ready to come back with a bang! The Tyne Theatre & Opera House are preparing for a super spring/ BEHIND-THE-SCENES TO GET THE LOWDOWN summer season with theatre thrills for the whole family, kicking things ON WHAT’S GOING ON BEHIND THE off with the ultimate feel-good panto, Jack and the Beanstalk: A Socially Distanced Pantomime! It’s the news we’ve all been waiting for, and we BIG SCREEN OR CURTAIN... can’t wait to be back in those plush theatre seats, in stitches as the fun unfolds on stage. Hitting the Toon from 29 May, until 6 June, it’s a must for families looking to get back to the theatre! Following that, theatre fans can expect to see appearances from the likes of Francis Rossi, Ignacio Thrilling theatre >> Lopez and Jonathan Pie. NORTHERN STAGE tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk Northern Stage has been keeping us entertained with a number of virtual stage events, and as the world begins to wake up again, we can’t wait to pop some in-person dates in the diary! We’ve got our eyes on The Sorcerer’s Apprentice in LIVE THEATRE the winter months, and have some 2022 dates set in stone with the likes of Red With news of the appointment of Jack McNamara, Joint CEO/Artistic Director, Ellen! Until then, we’re delighted to share the news of the venue’s Theatres Trust there’s plenty to celebrate at Live Theatre! Another big announcement comes in sustainability grant to help change its house lights from halogen to LED in its the form of the Your Voice: North East call out! The theatre has launched an open largest performance space, Stage 1! Lots of big and exciting new developments call for short plays that reflect the contemporary lived experience in the North East happening behind the scenes - we can’t wait to be back in the coming months. right now. Seven plays will be selected, with a £1,000 commission, to produce Stay tuned online for more information and announcements! and present the performances as part of Live Theatre’s 2021 programme! northernstage.co.uk live.org.uk

Dates for the dairy >> AWARE: WITH FILMS BY HIJINX, LAWNMOWERS INDEPENDENT THEATRE COMPANY AND ABOUT FACE Evelyn Gibbs (1905-1991), Self THEATRE COMPANY Portrait, 1927 / Liss Llewellyn 25 MAY - 5 JUNE From 25 May, the Alphabetti Erin Collins, Numb 2019. WOW: WOMEN ONLY Theatre invites culture vultures in BALTIC Open Submission, BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art 2020. WORKS ON PAPER for a socially-distanced event inside Photo: Rob Harris © 2020 BALTIC FROM 17 MAY your very own, bubble-friendly film WOW brings a fascinating display booth. Book in advance and settle BALTIC OPEN SUBMISSION of over 50 watercolours and pastels, in for inspiring screenings from MAY - SEPTEMBER complemented by etchings and Hijinx, Lawnmowers Independent The BALTIC Open Submission is a major open-call exhibition celebrating screenprints. Head to the Laing and Theatre Company and About Face the work of over 150 artists and makers based in the North East! A real admire this new exhibition showcasing Theatre Company. From political showcase of regional talent, it presents the work of artists who have been the works of artists including: Winifred documentaries, to insight pieces making throughout their lifetime, to those just beginning; of those who work Knights, Ithell Colquhoun, Annie on conceptual conversations and collectively, to those who create alone; those who have studied fine art, to French, Lucy Kemp-Welch, Thérèse puppetry performances, there’s self-taught creatives. Incorporating everything from print and drawings, to Lessore, Hilda Carline and Paule certainly something to spark ceramics, video and sound works, expect to find a truly inspiring collection Vézelay. A celebration of the female conversation amongst friends of vast works. artists that helped shape art in the and family. baltic.art 20th century. laingartgallery.org.uk alphabettitheatre.co.uk

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Super screenings >> CINEWORLD We can’t wait to get back to The Gate’s Cineworld with its sensational Superscreen, Screen X and 4DX experiences! Surrounded by a whole host of popular hospitality businesses in The Gate, it's the perfect place for food and a flick when we’re given the TYNESIDE CINEMA THEATRE ROYAL green light! cineworld.co.uk It wouldn't be a cinema round- Our friends at the Theatre Royal are getting set for a sparkling return up without mentioning our to action this summer, with a number of smash-hit performances and EVERYMAN friends at the Tyneside. They've musicals scheduled from July. Shows such as SIX!, Bedknobs and We’re more than ready to swap Netflix just announced that they're Broomsticks and Magic Goes Wrong are high up on our cultural agendas, on the sofa for an afternoon in the going to be opening a little and we’re also planning ahead for a knock-out autumn calendar swish seats at the Everyman, and it later than they had planned with shows including AJ & Curtis’s Big Night Out, The Drifters Girl and looks like 17 May is our lucky day! due to flooding, but we can't Everybody’s Talking About Jamie! New announcements for the back end Bookings are now live online - we wait to see what's in store in the of 2021 and into 2022 are coming in thick and fast, and our theatre can't wait to check in and catch up summer months (fingers crossed diaries have never looked so bright! on movies including Peter Rabbit 2, for early July!). We'll keep you theatreroyal.co.uk Godzilla vs Kong, Raya and the Last in the loop. Dragon and many, many more! tynesidecinema.co.uk everymancinema.com/newcastle DANCE CITY Dance City has taken the virtual world by storm in recent months, hosting a CENTRAL PARK @ TIMES SQUARE number of exciting Zoom events, online performances, talks and workshops. A big screen has landed in NE1 and we can’t wait for the fun to unfold! Tootle They’ve done everything in their power to make us feel like we’ve been ticking over to Times Square this summer and you’ll find Central Park - an exciting hub off our cultural to-dos and visiting the venue while we’ve been stuck at home, of activity for all the family! Setting the tone for the great British summertime, go but now, we’re delighted to be edging closer to a return date! With ‘In The Room here for big sporting events, street food, cocktails, craft beers and family-friendly or on Zoom’ classes now running, there’s never been a better time to get back to events to keep everyone happy! Family sessions are running throughout May, with one of our favourite cultural venues in a safe, socially-distanced way! England’s Euro 2021 fixtures scheduled for June and live action from Wimbledon dancecity.co.uk taking over in July. Don’t miss out! centralparknewcastle.co.uk

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Museum magic WE’RE THRILLED TO BE BACK ENJOYING OUR CITY’S MARVELLOUS MUSEUMS. HERE’S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FOR REOPENING IN MAY AND BEYOND...

WHO: SEVEN STORIES WHAT: A vibrant institute that celebrates and BOOKSHOP champions children’s literature unlike any other venue NOW OPEN! in the UK. BOOKABLE EVENTS FROM 22 MAY

DON'T Where Stories Come From COMING SOON! MISS Word on the street is that our friends at Seven Stories are close to unveiling a brand new exhibition for all the bookworms out there! Where Stories Come From explores the idea that every story fits into one of seven basic story plots used by writers across the globe. Perfect for all members of the family, Where Stories Come From will take visitors on a journey through these plots, each brought to life with unique items from Seven Stories’ superb collection including the typewriter used by Enid Blyton to create her hugely popular adventures, original illustrations from The Queen's Knickers by Nicholas Allan, as well as a notebook containing the first-ever draft of The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson. They’re busy finalising the fine details, so keep your eyes peeled online as this exhilarating workshop-come-exhibition sparkles into life! A Dark Pool - Laura Knight sevenstories.org.uk WHO: LAING ART GALLERY REOPENING WHAT: Founded in 1901, Laing Art Gallery is home to an 17 MAY WHO: NEWCASTLE CASTLE REOPENING internationally important collection of art that focuses on British WHAT: An incredibly special Toon icon steeped in centuries of 22 MAY oil paintings, watercolours, ceramics, silver and glassware from bygone eras. North East history.

DON'T Challenging Convention 17 May - 21 August DON'T The Gateway to Old Newcastle From 22 May MISS The Laing kick off their season of dazzling exhibitions with a poignant and MISS Yes, yes, yes! The time to visit one of Newcastle’s historic gems is here extremely relevant display that explores the path of four female artists: Vanessa and we’re buzzing to be back, walking in the steps of the people who have Bell (1879-1961), Laura Knight (1877-1970), Gwen John (1876-1939) and shaped our city’s illustrious legacy! One of the UK's most impressive examples Dod Procter (1890-1972) - through their lives as modernism, transformation and of a Norman fortress, the team at Newcastle Castle are inviting members of the increasing emancipation became prominent during the 1800s. In this exhibition, public to learn all about Northern England's history with a self-guided tour you'll be able to see the significant impact on the profile of female artists within around this iconic treasure. It’s where the story of Newcastle began, the traditional institutions in the public eye through a series of stunning paintings reason the city got its name and, luckily for you, their online booking from over 140 years ago. system is now up and running - meaning you can book in advance to laingartgallery.org.uk avoid disappointment!newcastlecastle.co.uk

Playtime! KIDS WITH LOTS OF ENERGY? WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED WITH OUR PICK OF PLACES IN THE TOON WHERE LITTLE ONES CAN LET OFF SOME STEAM... LANE7 MR MULLIGANS OUSEBURN FARM SELFIE CENTRAL With a whole host of different SPACE GOLF The friendly faces at Ouseburn Farm This one is sure to light up your activities to enjoy, Lane7 on St. James Our friends at Mr Mulligans are are back doing what they do best and camera roll this summer! One of the Boulevard offers so much more than back and they’re offering a stellar they’ve recently announced a raft of UK’s first-ever venues of its kind, Selfie your standard ten pin bowling spot. selection of intergalactic-inspired free farm visit slots this summer! With Central has arrived in NE1 to help you From interactive bowling lanes to golfing excursions you won't want to Meet The Animals interactive tours, step up your social media game and arcade games, table tennis tables and miss! One of NE1’s finest destinations secret treasures hunts and loads more, get those summer snaps on point! American pool tables aplenty, it’s a fab when it comes to an out-of-this-world there's endless fun available at the Complete with funky sets and dazzling spot to reconvene with loved ones this crazy-golf adventure, this one is sure to farm! What's more? They’ve recently backdrops that feature some wacky summer and remind them who’s boss keep the kids happy as you venture out been growing a new crop of delicious settings (a duck bathroom, cow kitchen when it comes to sports. Don't forget into the city once again! Visit the link garden goodies that we’ll be able to and a disco glitter ball fantasy!), be to sing your heart out on the karaoke - below to get booked up for a round of tuck into thanks to their brand new sure to check out this latest arrival at don't be shy! golf in outer space! summer menu. The Gate! lane7.co.uk mrmulligan.com/newcastle ouseburnfarm.org.uk thegatenewcastle.co.uk

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WHO: DISCOVERY MUSEUM REOPENING WHAT: Over 100 years old and an iconic museum that 17 MAY focuses on Newcastle’s maritime, scientific and technological importance to Britain and the rest of the world.

DON'T Making Waves: Turning up the volume on Tyneside's MISS hidden history From 19 September Discovery Museum will be treating us to an awesome display that’s based around significant sounds that depict the rich story and diverse history of our region. Featuring recordings digitised as part of the British Library Unlocking Our Sound Heritage project, this exploration of sound allows visitors to gain a further understanding on the science of sound, technology, social impact and design. This one is worth the wait - stick it in your cultural agendas now! discoverymuseum.org.uk

WHO: SIDE GALLERY WHAT: NE1’s dedicated spot for documentary and REOPENING societal photography. 19 MAY

DON'T Tom Stoddart – Extraordinary Women 19 May - 26 June MISS North East local, Tom Stoddart, has travelled the world producing powerful photo-essays on the serious issues of our time, and he’s bringing his critically-acclaimed photo exhibition, Extraordinary Women, to Side Gallery this summer. Having reported on the fall of the Berlin Wall, the election of President Nelson Mandela, the bloody siege of Sarajevo and the wars against Saddam Hussein in Iraq, Tom arrives with a series of striking black and white images that showcase the will and perseverance of women in war and extreme situations across the globe. A powerful showcase that gives a voice to the forgotten stories of women around the world, this is a captivating and poignant exhibition for those wanting to be dazzled and educated in equal measure. amber-online.com

WHO: GREAT NORTH MUSEUM: REOPENING HANCOCK 17 MAY WHAT: Newcastle's family-focused museum that’s chock full of natural history, archaeology, geology and world cultures.

DON'T Other Worlds: The Art of Atomhawk 17 May - 5 September MISS Now we’re talking - we finally get to enjoy this otherworldly masterpiece in the flesh this summer and experience first hand the character, colour and outstanding vision from world-class artists. Grab the little ones and round-up the sci-fi fanatics amongst you, as GNM are inviting us to experience our beautiful region like we’ve never seen it before. With designers who have contributed to films and video games like Guardians of the Galaxy, Age of Empires and Minecraft WHO: BALTIC REOPENING Earth, Gateshead design studio, Atomhawk, has embarked on an optic journey WHAT: Cutting edge exhibitions and forward-thinking 19 MAY and they’ve created a whole new world that depicts iconic landmarks in NE1 displays from leading artists. in a totally different light. One for the dreamers and creators out there! greatnorthmuseum.org.uk DON'T Pakui Hardware 19 May - 3 October MISS This is the first show back in business for BALTIC, and boy do they WHO: HATTON GALLERY REOPENING have a treat in store for us! For their first solo exhibition ever right here in WHAT: A beautiful gallery that places local artists, regional 5 JUNE the UK, Pakui Hardware (artists Neringa Cerniauskaite and Ugnius Gelguda) talent and Newcastle’s cultural offering at the heart of everything. have chosen the Toon to present their newly-devised commission created specially for BALTIC’s Level 2 gallery space. An exhibition that looks at the DON'T Time to check in with what the emerging artists and rising talents in subject of robotic and virtual healthcare among the human race, Virtual Care MISS our city are up to this summer with Hatton Gallery’s esteemed Fine Art explores how technology shapes our everyday lives through the use of glass, Degree Show! An enlightening show that is one of the highlights of the year for artificial fur, metals and plastics. BALTIC will be transformed into a scene Newcastle’s vibrant art scene, Hatton Gallery combines its glorious reopening that depicts a clinical surgery room in which human presence is replaced by with an exhibition showcasing the work of 56 emerging artists at the culmination technology. You can book your FREE tickets to this mind-bending exhibition of their four-year Bachelor's degree in Fine Art. Featuring striking examples by visiting the link below. of gravity-defying sculptures and intelligent forms of new media, this is a fab baltic.art opportunity to check in with the stars of tomorrow and support local talent. hattongallery.org.uk

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Brighter days are coming IT FEELS SO GOOD TO BE BACK OUT ENJOYING SOME OF THE BRILLIANT BUSINESSES THAT MAKE OUR CITY TICK. WITH SO MUCH GOING ON BEHIND-THE- SCENES AND IN-STORE, TEAM NE1 TAKES SOME TIME TO CATCH UP WITH THE SQUAD AT JOHN LEWIS...

As our city continues to reopen for business, we thought it was a good time to check in with our good friends at John Lewis & Partners. It’s one of the biggest stores in the city and it’s home to an incredible array of seasonal treats; from fashion and beauty, to interiors, toys, technology and more. Team NE1 popped into the Eldon Square store to bring you up to speed with all that’s new at John Lewis…

Summer inspo >> The John Lewis crew have got summer covered this year! Whether it’s garden accessories, fun for the kids, or the must-have beauty launches to help Fit By Eye: Putting your safety first, book in for a well-deserved makeover you get that sunshine glow, you’ll find heaps of inspiration in store. without compromising on tip-top or expert advice from beauty experts With clearly signposted departments and smiling faces on hand to help, you’re in underwear shopping, the store’s new representing some of the biggest good hands if you’re looking for something specific; and with dazzling displays Fit By Eye service is a fantastic way to brands in the biz! everywhere you turn, you’re also sure to find those treats you don’t need but you guide you through a bra, shapewear or must have! That’s what shopping in-store is all about, right? swimwear fitting with no contact. Try & buy: The news we’ve all been waiting for! The John Lewis fitting Beauty treatments: The Beauty rooms are now open and regularly Super services >> Retreat is back in action! Head over to sanitised, meaning you can try before If, like us, you need a bit of expert Nursery Advisory the ground floor haven for all things you buy when it comes to brightening guidance when it comes to getting Appointments: Calling all new cosmetics, where you’ll be able to up your summer wardrobe! back to department store shopping, parents and parents-to-be! There’s the fine folk at John Lewis are on probably a very long shopping list hand with a number of different - and looming - and you might be wondering MY JOHN LEWIS incredibly handy - services to make where to start! Let the experts at John This last year has taught us that community is everything. With that in mind, shopping safe, easy and enjoyable Lewis do the hard work with a number our friends at John Lewis have created an exclusive corner of the internet for all involved. Check them out... of virtual and in-store appointments to where you can access members-only offers, competitions, events and more! help you prepare for your next chapter Sign up to My John Lewis in-store or online - you won't regret it! with little one. SAFE SHOPPING As you’d expect, staff and customer safety is top of the priority list, and it’s great to see the store putting our minds at ease when it comes to returning to the high street. • You may be asked to queue at the entrance to keep customer numbers at a safe level • The store will be operating on reduced hours • Toilets, fitting rooms and touch points are cleaned and sanitised regularly Personal Styling: We’re not sure • The collection point is open for online orders about you, but our sense of style went out of the window three lockdowns Home Design Service: We’ve SHOPPING APP’Y DAYS ago! Jumping from PJs to loungewear been spending a lot of time in our HOURS The John Lewis & Partners app is here to activewear and now workwear (!?), own homes throughout the various to make shopping simple, and we we could certainly do with a bit of lockdown periods, and now we’re Monday - Saturday can’t wait to check it out! Whether guidance. Whether it’s a full wardrobe getting back into some kind of routine 9.30am - 6pm (closing at 8pm you’re on-the-move, shopping in-store refresh or outfit inspiration for an as the world slowly wakes up again, on Thursdays) or browsing at home, the app allows upcoming event, one-to-one styling is there’s never been a better time to give Sundays you to purchase, check stock, scan a great way to boost your confidence our living spaces a little facelift. The 10.30am - 5pm products, create a wish list and share and ensure you’re making all the right store’s very own home design stylists goodies with loved ones! decisions! Personal Styling is available are on hand in-store and online to help for both menswear and womenswear, you transform your space in serious For more information on the reopening of the John Lewis in-store or online. style. Pinterest board at the ready! Newcastle store, visit: johnlewis.com/our-shops/newcastle

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Meet the John Lewis team >> Graceful gowns Shakespeare Street’s swoon- worthy new store has us dreaming of the perfect wedding gown. NE1 gets the lowdown with owner Danni Hesketh…

NAME: SARAH JOB TITLE: NURSERY ADVISER NAME: AMANDA How does it feel to be back? It's so great to be back. JOB TITLE: HOME DESIGN STYLIST Your top tips for people worrying about returning to the store? Try not to worry, we have How does it feel to be back? Lovely! It social distancing guidelines in place and we have hand is great to get the buzz again from working with sanitising stations and screens throughout the store. All of customers and bringing positivity back into their What can you tell us about Sisters the John Lewis Partners are here to help and guide you to homes of Grace? make your shopping experience a safe and enjoyable one. Your top tips for people worrying about Sisters of Grace brings a mix of Your in-the-know secret from the Newcastle returning to the store? We keep a close contemporary luxe bridalwear for modern store? We have recently launched a new service, Baby eye on the numbers in the store to ensure social brides. A relaxed space showcasing styles and Beyond, with our Nursery Advisories. This is a 1-hour distancing can be maintained. that are all-inclusive and cover all budgets, appointment where we can help you with everything from Your in-the-know secret from the our bridal studio houses luxury wedding weaning to sleep solutions. We can recommend products to Newcastle store? It is great to be able to offer dresses and features iconic styles by Love help with each of your child’s milestones, from four months in-person home design appointments once again, Story Bride, Evie Young Bridal, Madison to four years. both in the shop and in customer's homes. James and Kelsey Rose. We've hand chosen Your hero products for spring/summer? We have Your hero products for spring/summer? hair accessories by Arianna Tiaras, which got some amazing John Lewis & Partners cot and cotbed Our outdoor living selection has a new home this sit pretty alongside our very own SofG bedding sets. From ‘outback’ to ‘under the sea’ themes, year on Floor 2. We have recently installed a statement making Celestial. Our sisterhood we have got something that would suit any nursery. We fabulous garden studio, perfect for creating extra of stylists are on hand to help you find the have also recently launched our own John Lewis & Partners living space and enjoying the outdoors, even when dress that makes your soul shine. accessories, from cupholders to car seat mirrors - even a the weather is not that co-operative! universal raincover. What would you say to brides- to-be who are nervous about shopping in the new normal? This last year has shown that we can all adapt. We have safety procedures in place so both you, your star guests and our team can relax and feel super safe.

Why is now the perfect time to buy a wedding gown? NAME: NATASHA We’ve seen an influx of brides searching JOB TITLE: PARTNER, NAME: JOLIE for the one, and now is the ideal time. Our BEAUTY DEPARTMENT brand new SS21 styles have just arrived, JOB TITLE: PERSONAL STYLIST meaning you can take your pick from all the How does it feel to be back? Wonderful, I How does it feel to be back? It feels really good to latest looks. Your chosen dress takes around really missed being with customers in the store. be getting back to normality. 4-6 months to be made and your final Your top tips for people worrying about Your top tips for people worrying about seamstress fittings begin six weeks before returning to the store? Our Ground Floor returning to the store? Our fitting rooms are open your big day. This last year has highlighted Beauty Retreat is open again for treatments with again and they are cleaned after every use. how the unknown can happen at any time extra cleaning time between appointments and We also now offer a no-contact bra fitting service called - be forward thinking on time scales so you therapists wearing full PPE. Some brands such as Fit By Eye, which is proving very popular with our can relax and enjoy your bridal journey. Our Elemis have even redesigned their treatments - their customers. brides with closer wear dates this summer, no-touch facial, for example, uses tools instead of Your in-the-know secret from the Newcastle don’t panic (you’re not the only one!) - we their hands. store? We can once again offer our complimentary have a fantastic range of sample sale Your in-the-know secret from the personal styling appointments. There are five of us who gowns in our 'Designer Den’. Newcastle store? It’s great to be able to offer run these and we are a friendly bunch! Our aim is to our Beauty Cycle service to our My John Lewis tailor the advice to each customer according to their Top trends for SS21? members again, giving them £5 off their beauty body shape, skin tone, lifestyle, personality and budget Our designer line-up is rocking a mix of purchase when they bring in five beauty empties for to make them feel their confident best. We maintain detachable accessories such as flowing us to recycle. distancing at all times during these appointments. sleeves, two-piece styles, sleek crepes and Your hero products for spring/summer? Your hero products for spring/summer? Two statement-making bohemian lace. We have a gorgeous selection of summer fragrances; new brands have arrived on our fashion floor since we re- my personal favourite is Very Good Girl by Carolina opened - Forever Living and Ro&Zo. Ro&Zo was actually Sisters of Grace Bridal, 8-12 Shakespeare Herrera. For me, this is holiday in a bottle! created during lockdown by two friends who saw a gap in Street, NE1 6AQ the market for comfortable yet glamorous clothing. sistersofgrace.co.uk

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A guide to the

USEGrainger THIS AS YOUR POCKET GUIDE TO THE Market Clayton Street GRAINGER MARKET, EXPLORING WHY THIS HISTORICAL RETAIL HUB IS AT THE BEATING GEORDIE BANGER CO HEART OF NEWCASTLE'S INDEPENDENT UNIT 172 / ALLEY 4 With everything from cumberland sausages and SHOPPING SCENE... pork and leek bangers, to salt and pepper beef burgers and dry cured bacon medallions, you’re sure to find something to put smiles on faces from the Geordie Banger bunch! THIS IS ANALOG geordiebangercompany.co.uk UNIT 111 / ALLEY 3 Tucked away in the vibrant alleys, Analog Vintage Clothing has been quietly making its mark on NE1’s vintage fashion scene and they’re a sure bet if you’re wanting to get kitted out in fresh Tommy Hilfiger tees, cool Ralph Lauren clobber and the occasional Supreme must- have. They originally opened as a pop-up, but we’re so pleased DUMPLING & BUN Nun Street to hear that they're here to stay! UNIT 62 / ALLEY 2 instagram.com/this.is.analog If you know - you know! We cannot speak highly enough of the team over at Dumpling & Bun. Head here if you’re big on delicious handmade dumplings and roast BBQ buns with tasty dipping OLIVER & EDEN sauces. What’s more? If you fancy your hand at UNIT 108 / ALLEY 3 making your own, you can buy their bamboo tiered A third generation family butchers steam baskets. facebook.com/dumplingandbun established in 1949, Oliver & Eden have kept our fridges packed full of the finest meat produce for over 70 years now. A beautiful local business bursting with history and tradition, here’s to the next 70 years team! facebook.com/oliveredenbutchers

PET LAMB PATISSERIE UNIT 19 / ARCADE ACROPOLIS The spot to visit if you STREET FOOD need to keep your sweet tooth satisfied! The UNIT 12/13 / ALLEY 1 brilliant Grainger Market-based duo at Pet CHIRTON FISHERIES Gorgeous Greek goodies Lamb Patisserie have kept our taste buds UNIT 26 - 27 / ALLEY 1 all day, everyday! The Acropolis team happy and stomachs plump thanks to their Chirton Fisheries seem to have been were on hand throughout the various brownie boxes throughout lockdown, and around the market since it was lockdowns, supplying us with their signature we’re over the moon to learn that their lush built! One of the finest purveyors of dishes thanks to their stellar takeaway cafe is open again, filled with the yummiest freshly-caught and locally-sourced and collection service. Now that the city is treats in the Toon. They’ve got new creations fresh crustacean produce that you getting back to its bustling self, a market flying out on a daily basis and it’s one of could hope to find anywhere in the mooch perusing our lush independents with our favourite spots to visit for some self-care North East. Apart from stocking the a humongous halloumi wrap is and always snacks! likes of Lindisfarne Oysters and Dublin will be the correct way to enjoy our Grainger facebook.com/petlambpatisserie Bay prawns, Chirton Fisheries also has Market. We can't wait to see those smiling a stellar reputation for outstanding faces on the stall once again! customer service. One to check out if acropolis-street-food.co.uk you’re cooking a special date night Blast from the past >> meal or hosting one of many summer A Grade I Listed stunner, the Grainger Market BBQs! facebook.com/chirtonfish Credit: Tyne & Wear has retained much of its stunning light and airy Archives & Museums architectural design from John Dobson’s original drawings in the 1800s.

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Blast from the past >> You’re all familiar with the M&S Penny Bazaar nestled in the Grainger Market, right? This stall is the last surviving example of the shops that gave birth to a legend in ELLENS COSMETICS retailing. The story goes that Michael Marks UNIT 150 - 151 / ALLEY 4 opened the first Penny Bazaar in Leeds in Think top brand cosmetics at 1884 with the motto: 'Don't ask the price GEORDIE GIFTS unbelievably good prices! Discounted - it's a penny!' Our NE1 stall first opened in 1895 and is the only one of the six the UNIT 177 / ALLEY 4 NYX lippy? Check! Maybelline company owned to have survived and it What an addition this lovely little foundation for practically nothing? is now regarded as a jewel in the modern independent has been to our shopping You betcha’! Rimmel eyebrow pencil M&S shopping empire! scene! If you’re after NE1 inspired kit, for pennies? Of course! facebook.com/ellenscosmetics ARCADE tongue-in-cheek presents or just want to enjoy browsing beautifully handmade gifts, the friendly folk at Geordie Gifts have got you covered in true Newcastle fashion! geordiegifts.co.uk GRAINGER CD UNIT 143 - 144 / ALLEY 4 ARCADE Melissa, Lizzie and Dave are all local legends when it comes to kitting out music fanatics with record rarities! If you’re after Irish-folk compilations or seeking an FED’S elusive delta blues record from the 60s, chances are these music UNIT 87/88 / ALLEY 2 maestros have it in! Unit 143 - 144 - stop by and have ALLEY No4 A newcomer to the fried chicken scene here in a mooch through their collection. You won't regret it! Newcastle, we’re buzzing to see that FED’s are back in graingercd.co.uk business and that their grill has been non-stop serving up seriously good fried chicken in recent weeks. Nestled over in unit 87/88 within our beautiful Grainger Market, it’s a must-visit for foodies of the North East! REDHEADS MAC ‘N’ CHEESE ALLEY No3 facebook.com/fedsfriedchicken UNIT 49 / ALLEY 2 Trust us, the addiction to Redheads Mac ‘n’ Cheese is real! They’ve been keeping hungry shoppers fuelled down at the Grainger Market in recent weeks and we can't wait to get back to the indulgent, cheesy treats! ALLEY No2 redheadsmacandcheese.co.uk

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ALLEY No1 PUMPHREY’S COFFEE CENTRE UNIT 50 - 53 / ARCADE Pumphreys has taken NE1’s coffee scene to the next level and they’re one of LA CASA a select few who offer barista workshops (during usual circumstances) for all DELICATESSEN those budding coffee connoisseurs out there! A beautiful stall that prides itself UNIT 39 / ALLEY 1 on authenticity and incredibly delicious results, be sure you get acquainted this Be whisked away to Spain in an summer if you haven't already! instant with a trip to La Casa Delicatessen! The facebook.com/pumphreyscoffeencl friendly faces at Unit 39 bring a world-class offering of all the things we know and love about sunny Spain. From smooth Spanish beer with black truffle, to el capricho Santoña tinned anchovies and Blast from the past >> the formidably floral Alemany organic forest honey, Rumour has it that there are secret tunnels there's plenty to get your tastebuds tingling! Take a running under the Grainger Market! Thought to Credit: Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums seat, lap up the Grainger Market buzz and feel like have been constructed in the 1930s and used you've been whisked away to a Madrid food market as an air-raid shelter during World War II, it’s in no time! A lush little spot on Alley 1. Make sure believed that the tunnels may run as far down you check it out this May for those holiday feels! as Central Station! facebook.com/lacasadelicatessen

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Club nights for your calendar… Nightlife SHINDIG PRESENTS: MARCO CAROLA 30 JULY is near! A major coup for our chums at WITH ALL EYES SET ON 21 JUNE AS THE DATE Digital! Techno king and vibe THECUT technician, Marco Carola, will be WE CAN OFFICIALLY BURST THE BUBBLE AND The place to be when it comes to taking to the decks this July for YOUR COFFEE FI GET X! GET BACK TO OUR BUZZY NIGHTLIFE, WE'RE Newcastle's alternative nightlife scene! a summer blowout in the Toon. C UL When given the green light, we're Marco is considered one of the TU LOOKING AHEAD AT SOME OF OUR CITY'S RE

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20 // More listings at getintonewcastle.co.uk 29.05.21 - 31.05.21 IT'S THE WEEKEND! #BankHolidayBonanza! Have a blast this bank holiday weekend with our handy Toon trail - taking you from brunch dates and shopping trips, to perfect pints and fun with the kids! Northern Spirit We’ve covered coffee, now it’s time for a bit of good old Feel-good T HERE northern culture! Our next stop is the Laing Art Gallery STAR to check out the inspiring Northern Spirit exhibition, eats YOUR COFFEE FI GET X! celebrating artists, manufacturers and makers from the Our friends at Super Natural Cafe C UL are back, and we can't wait to TU North East of England. With work from the likes of John RE pay them a visit! Go here this Martin, Thomas Bewick and the Beilby family, you’re K I Sunday and enjoy good-for-you C sure to be blown away. laingartgallery.org.uk K S vegan food and drink. With

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VINTAGE VERA 5 - 6 JUNE Worn your beer garden outfit to death already? It's a good job The Gate is welcoming back its ever-popular Vintage Vera fair this June - just in time to get you kitted out for Diaries the return to pubs, restaurants and events! Expect endless stalls of seriously cool vintage clothing from a plethora of eras, featuring some of the biggest brands in the retro at the fashion world! Whether it be 90s flannel shirts to help you channel your inner Kurt Cobain, or cute summer dresses from some seriously cool labels, one mooch around this vintage fair and you’ll be stocked for summers to come! thegatenewcastle.co.uk/whatson/vintage-vera FROMready LIVE MUSIC TO SPORTING EVENTS UEFA EURO 2021 BILLY NOMATES SCREENINGS 7 OCTOBER AND THEATRE THRILLS, IT'S TIME TO FILL 13 JUNE - 11 JULY Our friends at The Cluny have just Football fans rejoice - it’s coming announced an unbelievable gig with THOSE DIARIES WITH THE FUN STUFF home this summer! Our friends at Billy Nomates this October, and it’s KICKING OFF IN THE CITY THROUGHOUT Boiler Shop have recently announced one you simply cannot miss! Boasting that they will be screening Euro a deadpan voice that cuts straight to THE SUMMER MONTHS AND BEYOND! 2021 fixtures throughout the the chase on British class structure, warmer months! Expect huge screens Billy has enjoyed a meteoric rise to showcasing all of the pivotal matches the top of the post-punk scene and throughout June and July. Boiler recently collaborated on Sleaford Shop will be kicking proceedings off Mods' critically acclaimed album. on Sunday 13 June with England vs She’ll be smashing through her self- Croatia; doors open at 12pm for the titled debut at The Cluny this October pre-match build up. You'll get a table, - it promises to be a stellar night out, food and drink deals, pre-match DJ really celebrating the return of live sets and the all-important music in style! What more could you live match action! ask for? boilershop.net thecluny.com

DACIA MAGIC WEEKEND 2021 4 - 5 SEPTEMBER Fab news for rugby fans! The original May fixtures for the 2021 Dacia Magic Weekend have been rescheduled for the weekend of 4-5 September at Newcastle’s St. James’ Park and boy, it feels so good to know that live sport will be returning to the city! Super League’s iconic BEN HOWARD sporting summer party returns with an action-packed weekend of fun for 7 SEPTEMBER 2021 the whole family and we’re chomping at the bit to see the biggest rugby MCFLY: YOUNG There’s a huge name coming to league stars battle it out in the Toon! DUMB THRILLS TOUR our city’s live music scene this superleague.co.uk 21 SEPTEMBER summer! We’ve just learned that After the year we’ve all endured, the incredible singer-songwriter you’d be forgiven for making McFly’s extraordinaire that is Ben Howard EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE late-summer exclusive show at the will be performing stripped-back 14 - 19 JUNE Utilita Arena 'All About You'! We’re songs from his new album, Not long until we’re hunkered down in the plush red seats, waiting for our fan-girling pretty hard that pop-rock Collections From The Whiteout favourite shows to take to the stage! Smash-hit musical, Everybody’s Talking kings, McFly will be zooming onto at Boiler Shop this September. About Jamie, comes to Newcastle's Theatre Royal this summer and it’s featuring an NE1 stage this summer, armed A mega-star within the music West End superstar Layton Williams as Jamie, and EastEnders’ Shane Richie with their new album and first studio industry, this is a once in a lifetime as Hugo/Loco Chanelle. With a score of catchy pop tunes by the lead singer- effort in 10 long years - Young Dumb opportunity to see an arena- songwriter of The Feeling, follow the story of 16-year-old Jamie as he takes us Thrills! Expect new bangers, old headlining artist in such an intimate on a journey of self-discovery as he battles prejudice and bullies in poignant bangers and lesser-known bangers as setting. Somehow, tickets are still on fashion. Returning to theatres with a funny, fabulous and much needed feel- Tom, Danny, Dougie and Harry rock sale, although we don’t expect that good factor, expect a musical extravaganza for all members of the family this and roll all night long. Tickets still to be the case for much longer, so summer. The West End is coming back to the Toon! remain - go, go, go! bag them now before it's too late! theatreroyal.co.uk utilitaarena.co.uk boilershop.net

22 // More listings at getintonewcastle.co.uk Back to business So, there you have it, we're back to our usual magazine format - 24 glossy pages filled with countless reasons to visit NE1 this month! We don’t know about you, but we’re brimming with optimism and can’t wipe the smiles off our faces when we’re spending time in the city.

With indoor dining having returned and so many cultural venues opening their doors once again, it almost feels as though (dare we say it!) the bustling city life we took for granted is returning and we’re hopeful it’s here to stay.

As we progress through 2021, there are some amazing plans in the pipeline - so much so, we’re heading back towards our normal regular schedule, and we promise to continue to bring you the lowdown on all city centre happenings, events, projects, offers - you name it!

Flick back through our new issue and get your diaries ready as there is an entire city on your doorstep waiting to be explored once again!

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Free Chalk events at Discovery Museum

Saturday 22 May Rainbow Plaza Party with Chalk events Inspired by dotty artist Yayoi Kusama. Tuesday 1 & Thursday 3 June Make crazy headdresses, collaborative artwork, your family banner, mini bird Toy Crafts kites. Let your creativity run wild. Delve into your goody bag packed Free, donations welcome. with ﬁve toy-themed craft activities. Booking essential £5.50 per child. Wednesday 2 June Robot Block Party Friday 4 June with Chalk events Family Challenge: Groove to Grandmaster Flash, make your Robot outﬁt, learn to Rocket Car Racers! Robot dance and add your dream Invent and build your very own rocket Robot to the Robot drawing wall. car using junk and craft materials. Free, donations welcome. Booking essential £5.50 per child.

discoverymuseum.org.uk Free entry, donation welcome

See website for details and what to expect when you visit.

Blandford Square, Newcastle, NE1 4JA