Metrocentre was once known for its unique look, filled with trees, waterfalls, floating balloons, and not to mention Metroland. Yes, there was a theme park inside of a shopping centre, right here in Gateshead. A Look Back – Metrocentre in the 90s The centre was a green-filled oasis, with plants Read more…
It’s that time of the year again, Christmas Day is over and it is time to head to the sales. Thousands of shoppers are expected to hit the sales today, something which hasn’t been able to be done in recent years due to lockdowns. Thinking about heading out over the Read more…
Go North East Santa Bus – In Pictures – So Far The Go North East Santa Bus has been spreading festive joy over the past few weeks across the whole of the North East. Go North East Santa Bus – In Pictures Many families across the North East have shared Read more…
Metrocentre – Christmas & New Years Shopping Hours Still need to do some last minute Christmas shopping? Fancy going for food or to the cinema to kick off the New Year? Here’s all the opening hours you need to know for Metrocentre in Gateshead. Christmas Week Opening Hours As always, Read more…
The holidays are most certainly coming, even more so that the iconic Coca Cola truck will be visiting Gateshead this Friday. Coca Cola said “We know more than just about anyone that the Christmas Countdown officially starts with the very first sighting of the Coca‑Cola Christmas Truck – something that Read more…
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…