Credit: Metrocentre Santa is finally making his way from the North Pole and bringing his grotto to the Metrocentre. Mr Claus, alongside his elves, will be in his special grotto from 18th November up until Christmas Eve! Find the Grotto in the Green Mall, opposite Boots. The shopping centre say Read more…
Thousands upon thousands of families have enjoyed and still enjoy events at the Metrocentre, in Gateshead, including many shows from The Metrognomes. One of the creators who helped to bring those five colourful characters to life was John Lambert, who has sadly passed away recently. In a statement, the shopping Read more…
Local volunteers in Dunston, Gateshead, are attempting to plant 600 bulbs in their local park. A group of volunteers who have formed a new community group ‘Greening Dunston’, alongside Councillor Brenda Clelland, are hoping to spruce up Dunston Park ready for the spring. If you or someone you know may Read more…
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Tickets for Fenwick Newcastle’s annual ‘Santa On The Rooftop’ event sold out within minutes earlier today. The ticket includes a trip to see Father Christmas himself as well as his elves and to enjoy festive treats and activities in the secret Craft Factory. If you were left disappointed this morning Read more…
Many local residents across Newcastle and Gateshead have shared their thoughts on the current state of the Tyne Bridge, with many saying it is simply ‘rusting away’. It comes after the iconic Tyne Bridge, opened in 1928, was shown across the nation on television as part of the Great North Read more…
Photo Credit: Ken Fitzpatrick Almost £6,000 has been raised in aid of the Dunston Staiths Restoration Project. The iconic structure, known as the largest timber structure in Europe, suffered a series arson attack in May of 2020. The fire caused significant damage, leaving local volunteers who help to look after Read more…
Tickets have just gone on sale for pop sensation Ed Sheeran’s third scheduled gig at Stadium Of Light in Sunderland, next year. Click here to buy tickets.
WIN a family pass to Whickham’s Trick or Treat event at Chase Park! To WIN:LIKE and SHARE our Faceboook post Make sure you’ve LIKED Radio Gateshead on FacebookAnd answer the question below by commenting: “What fruit is associated with Halloween?” Post your answer on our post here. Expect lots of Read more…
North East comedian Stephanie Aird has been praised by her loyal legion of fans for her role on BBC Two’s new hiking programme called ‘Take A Hike’. Aird, who has over 500 thousand followers and well over 20 million video views, took part in the programme in which five keen Read more…