An astounding effort last week from the team at @MuckleLLP, who generously gave up their time to help renew the railings surrounding the Cenotaph in Old Eldon Square, preparing and painting them to give the area a refresh ahead of Remembrance Sunday.

We were delighted to welcome veterans and JESA members Matt Hall and Mike Brook, who came to thank the volunteers and share their inspirational stories. Thank you to @EldonSqNCL, @MottMacDonald and @MuckleLLP.

Interested in volunteering? Email: richard.turner@newcastlene1ltd.com

Last week’s NE1 Business Breakfast took us to @freightisland, giving businesses the opportunity to experience one of Newcastle’s newest hospitality destinations.

From live music to corporate events, Freight Island is a significant new addition to the city’s hospitality offer.

Following the event, we caught up with a member of the Freight Island team to hear why they wanted to host the Business Breakfast and showcase the scale and versatility of the venue to Newcastle’s business community.

“We wanted to connect with local businesses and show them our space, and our offering. This is such a huge space with such a varied and wide offering - you can book an area or just and enjoy the atmosphere”

Great North Run week is officially underway in Newcastle.

This morning, we joined Great North Run founder Sir Brendan Foster, artist Mul and local press and content creators at Fenwick to mark the start of a special Great North Run takeover.

@Great_Run

The iconic Fenwick window has been transformed with a new Mul x Great North Run design, alongside a pop-up shop where visitors can personalise GNR clothing and get an early look at this year’s medal and finisher’s T-shirt.

Find out more: tinyurl.com/khyee6s9

@Great_Run

We're still blown away by the overwhelmingly positive response to NE1's Quayside Carnival.

We'd like to thank our partners Freight Island and North East Mayoral Strategic Authority, whose support has helped make Quayside Carnival even bigger and better this year, allowing us to create more zones for families to explore.

Registrations of interest from businesses are now open for 2027, so if you'd love to find out more about how you can get involved, please email rachel.fenwick@newcastlene1ltd.com

Following the Leader of Newcastle City Council, Cllr Colin Ferguson’s strong public support for the repeal of Newcastle’s Late Night Levy, Stephen Patterson, Chief Executive at Newcastle NE1, has made the following comment on the levy and its future.

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NE1’s next Business Breakfast takes place on Thursday 27th August, 1pm–3pm, at Newcastle’s ‘newest neighbourhood’, Freight Island.

With plenty of space, we’d love to welcome as many businesses as possible. Book your free place below:
eventbrite.co.uk/e/ne1-ltd-augu…

Guests can explore Freight Island, sample its new events menu and hear what’s still to come, including exclusive insight into PYR, the new food concept from the team behind Michelin-starred Restaurant Pine, ahead of its launch at the venue.

The NE1 Social Media Team will share a summer update, covering the latest figures and standout content, as well as marking the return of NE1’s Lunch Club, with exclusive Tuesday offers and the chance to win a free lunch in the city.

300,000!

We’re delighted to have reached a huge milestone across Newcastle NE1 social media channels, with our combined audience now exceeding 300,000 followers.

Across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and X, our channels showcase Newcastle city centre at its very best, from supporting and promoting our brilliant businesses to sharing major events, new openings, city developments and everything happening across the NE1 area.

Reaching 300,000 is a huge milestone and a real reflection of our growing community. A huge thank you to everyone who follows our channels, shares our stories and helps us spread the word about everything this great city has to offer.

A huge thank you to Shine North East members, who generously gave up their time this month to clear litter from the Quayside.

Volunteers collected an impressive 645kg of waste across 43 bags, helping keep one of the city’s best-loved locations looking its best.

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Shine North East, launched by North East Mayor @KiMcGuinness, recognises employers committed to fairness, opportunity and respect in the workplace.

Find out more: shine.northeast-ca.gov.uk

Thanks also to French Oven for keeping the team fuelled.