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Development Projects
1NG is delivering a number of key, strategic regeneration projects in the NewcastleGateshead area. You can find out about these projects in the 1NG Projects |section of this website.
The 1NG projects are not the only exciting development in NewcastleGateshead. Listed below are some other significant projects taking place in the area and contact details for the developers concerned. 1NG has no direct involvement in these projects, so please contact the developers directly if you would like further information.
If you are a developer with a key project in NewcastleGateshead and would like your project included in this list, please contact info@1ng.org.uk
East Pilgrim Street
Stakeholder: Aldersgate
Proposal: This new business district is a strategically important element of the place-making strategy for the urban core. A development framework document has been produced setting out the vision for the southern part of East Pilgrim Street as part of the developers wider vision for this important part of the city core.
Further information is available from http://www.reubenbrothers.com/RetailHoldingsDevelopments.aspx|
Downing Plaza, Science Central
Company: Downing Developments
Proposal: This scheme features the new landmark Business School for Newcastle University, a stainless steel clad 135,000 sq ft building over 9 floors. The second phase of this development is nearing completion (September 2011), comprising a 520-bedroom student village and 8,000 sq ft of retail space. Phase 3, comprising a further 351 student bedrooms, is due to start Spring 2011. The final phase will deliver a 290 bedroom hotel.
Further information is available at www.downing.com
Sandman Signature Hotel, Newcastle
Company: Sandman Hotels
Proposal: The Sandman Signature Hotel Newcastle is a brand new hotel located in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. Modern, spacious, and well-appointed, this property has 175 guest rooms and self-contained suites, designed with both leisure and corporate travellers in mind. Visit the Sandman Signature Hotel to discover the new standard of travel in Newcastle
Further information is available at www.sandmansignature.co.uk .
Stephenson Quarter
Company: Silverlink
Proposal: The Stephenson quarter is a 10-acre site next to Central Station. It is to be turned into a new vibrant living working and cultural area with permission for the construction of a 251-bed four star plus hotel, 60 bed boutique hotel, business centre, exhibition space, commercial offices and 156 residential apartments.
Further information is available at www.silverlink-uk.com
Gateshead Town Centre
Company: Spenhill
Proposal: This scheme features a Tesco store, additional retail and leisure units. Student accommodation is being built above the retail floors and a hotel is also proposed creating a fully formed residential and commercial development. The scheme will make Gateshead a retail and leisure destination, bringing visitors and shoppers back to the town.
Further information is available at www.trinitysquaregateshead.co.uk|
The Gateshead Council contact is Geoff Underwood geoffunderwood@gateshead.gov.uk|
The Point
Company: UK Land Estates
Proposal: The Point forms part of Ochre Yards which, when completed, will provide in excess of 200,000 sqft of mixed use accommodation including offices, hotel, restaurant, and retail space overlooking the River Tyne’s famous Quayside. Point 5 is a two storey former Victorian railway building that has been superbly restored with the assistance of Heritage Lottery funding to provide approximately 3,231 sqft of Grade A office space which has now been let.
Further information is available at enquiries@uk-land-estates.co.uk|
Baltic Business Quarter
Company: Developer Terrace Hill and architect Red Box Design
Proposal: This is a 21 hectare site in the Gateshead Quays area. Developer Terrace Hill and architect Red Box Design Group have in partnership created and implemented a masterplan to deliver up to 1.5 million square feet of urban office accommodation. The site already has the new Gateshead College, the regional and European HQ for the Open University and Baltimore House. Work has begun on the Northern Design Centre, this will offer some 60,000sq ft of purpose-built office space for startup, small and expanding companies together with designated creativity, exhibition and research areas.
Further information is available from martin.vickerman@terracehill.co.uk|
Northern Design Centre
Company: Gateshead Council
Proposal: Northern Design Centre will create a regional design hub where world-class concepts, collaborations and initiatives can be developed.
The 60,000 sq ft building on the Baltic Business Quarter will provide incubators and studios for new and growing businesses, exhibition space and presentation facilities. It will also be home to RTC North’s Design Network North, a regional resource for businesses looking for expert advice in developing new products and services.
Northern Design Centre is currently under construction and will open in early 2012.
Further information is available from markcarrigan@gateshead.gov.uk
Hoults Yard
Company: Hoults Yard
Proposal: Hoults Yard has been transformed in recent years from an industrial estate to a funky and flexible office complex with character. It’s a great place to work and includes entrepreneurs in PR, design, digital, marketing, manufacturing, audio visual, conference production and general business. Recent developments have focused on revitalising the historic buildings, creating Maling Studios, The Old Forge and The Boiler House. The Kiln adds a new dimension to Hoults, providing high specification, open plan new space alongside one of the latest developments – a popular café in our original 1879 Clocktower. Hoults runs a cultural programme which includes events in music, art, film and performance which is attracting plaudits both nationally and internationally.
Further information is available from info@houltsyard.co.uk or Mark Brown or Charlie Hoult on 0191 265 2482.
Baltic Place
Company: Robertson Property and City and Northern
Proposal:Baltic Place is a 131,000sqft BREEAM Excellent office building situated on the NewcastleGateshead Quays. The building was completed in 2010 and is now over 30% let to tenants including 1NG and NGI, Santander, Michael Page and Burj Petroleum. The development consists of two ten storey offices blocks with basement car parking. There are showers and bike storage facilities adding to the offer for incoming tenants.
The joint venture partners have purchased a further 3 acres of adjoining land to develop a further 200,000sqft of office and retail accommodation supported by a 400 space multi storey car park. There are also plans for a hotel development of 120 beds.
Further information is available from: s.hopley@robertson.co.uk or contact Stuart by telephone on 0191 223 6807
Ramada Encore NewcastleGateshead
Company: Wyndham Hotel Group_Ramada_resized1.JPG "Ramada Encore (Hawks Road)")
Proposal: Ramada Encore NewcastleGateshead is a new-build, upper tier select service hotel targeting the connected business user and cost conscious traveller looking for a great experience without paying for mid-tier excesses which are rarely used. The hotel has 200 bedrooms and unique features such as glass-panelled bathroom pods, contemporary wooden floors in the guest rooms which generate a sophisticated vibe. The Hub provides an informal gathering place to serve our guests throughout the day including a bar, all-day dining, free WiFi and a gym with state-of-the-art equipment. Located next to the stunning Baltic Arts Centre in Gateshead opposite Newcastle Quayside, this hotel will be the 17th Ramada Encore in the UK and part of the Ramada brand with more than 80 hotels in the UK and nearly 900 worldwide.
Further information is available from stuart.smith@wyn.com or telephone +44 (0) 208 762 6571
Jurys Inn NewcastleGateshead Quays
Company: Jurys Inn NewcastleGateshead Quays
Proposal:Opening on August 25th, the 203 bedroom Jurys Inn NewcastleGateshead Quays, is located in the heart of the city on South Shore Road, recently voted the ‘hippest street in the UK’* and is right next to the BALTIC Contemporary Art Centre. We will have a great offering for business guests with three dedicated conference rooms, hosting up to 180 conference delegates, along with an outdoor terrace and a contemporary riverside bar and restaurant. It is less than a five minute walk to Gateshead Millennium Bridge and Sage Gateshead. Jurys Inn offers easy access to the A1 motorway and is less than a five minute taxi journey to Central Station.
Further information is available from http://newcastlegateshead.jurysinns.com/ or telephone: 0044 870 410 0800
