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Ludwik D

364 contributions

Stunning architecture

Aug 2022 • Solo

Stunning architecture and that's about it.
It's architecture reminds me of the arcade in central Brussels, just much smaller.
I've been there a few times and it's always almost devoid of people.
All the shops seem to be specialty music stores but the lack of customers makes it surreal.
It looks almost too posh for Newcastle.

Written 2 August 2022

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Victoria N

Gateshead, UK3,191 contributions

Beautiful Architecture

Sept 2021

I visited again recently for the first time since Covid. The architecture is superb, a real gem and if you enjoy Photography there are some great opportunities here. In terms of shops and restaurants, the Windows music store has always been a favourite, a really unique store in Newcastle. There is a very nice eatery called The Naked Deli which is really nice, serving fresh healthy gluten free and vegetarian food. There aren't many shops inside, its more like a nice space to admire the architecture.

Written 29 September 2021

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Brucestewart

Livingston, UK10,155 contributions

Well worth visiting but always very quiet.

Dec 2019

Whenever we've visited the Arcade it has been virtually empty which is a pity as the architecture and fittings make it well worth seeing. On our most recent visit the Arcade was decorated for the festive season in a very understated low key manner which was entirely appropriate for the ambience that the building projects.

Written 6 February 2020

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Bibcay

Gateshead, UK4,301 contributions

Great

Nov 2019

This looks like a mini, ancient, little shopping centre. Has shops like paper chase and jd window my favourite.

Written 5 November 2019

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Tour601322

Paris, France28 contributions

Great

Nov 2019

I stumbled upon it and went to have a look at the architecture. Very beautiful hidden in the center of Newcastle . It has shops inside .

Written 10 November 2019

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Paul Legate

United Kingdom21,893 contributions

Elegant Edwardian arcade

July 2017 • Solo

The Central Arcade is an Edwardian Arcade in Grainger Town, it was built in 1906 and was designed by Oswald and Son. It is an elegant place and is in character with the rest of buildings in the Grainger Town area of the city but on a busy Saturday when I visited there was hardly anybody around. The arcade is worth a visit whilst in the city.

Written 18 August 2017

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davide79_12

Newcastle-under-Lyme, UK1,901 contributions

Stunning Arcade

Aug 2018 • Couples

We absolutely loved Central Arcade. It was amazing. Just up our street - a joy to walk through. Good vibes and high level of service experienced. Beautiful architecture. A must when in Newcastle to go and visit. Recommend a visit to all.

Written 24 April 2019

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Bibcay

Gateshead, UK4,301 contributions

Good

Jan 2019

Central arcade is great because it has my absolute favourite shop there. It’s really well decorated.

Written 26 January 2019

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Dr_Waugh

Newcastle upon Tyne, UK8,111 contributions

A gem

July 2018 • Family

This arcade is a gem. Built inside the exchange building after a fire destroyed the theatre, the central arcade is a lovely space with tiled surfaces. Windows music shop is inside and has been there all my life. The other shops on the Grainger street side have changed over time but there are some classy ones that can be accessed from inside or outside.

The picture is a snap from yesterday (July 28) on our way to spaceNK. If you’re an architectural buff, someone into ceramics and architectural terracotta faience or just like wandering and taking in surroundings come and take a look.

Written 29 July 2018

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Tan W

North East UK318 contributions

a hidden gem

Aug 2016 • Couples

If you want to see a little piece of something hidden right in the heart of the toon have a look in here. Theres not many shops, but what is there are great, its just a nice little piece of history that people often forget about.

Written 4 August 2016

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