Metrocentre — Attraction in Gateshead

🛍️ Extensive Shopping Variety

With over 273 stores (some sources say 330–350), Metrocentre offers an impressive mix of high-street giants and niche boutiques — think Marks & Spencer, Next, Primark, H&M, River Island, Zara, Apple, plus specialty shops like Hotel Chocolat, WH Smith, Lush, and more  .

The centre is spread across five themed malls (Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Platinum), each with its own style and major anchors like TK Maxx, Harrods Beauty, and Sports Direct .

🍽️ Rich Dining & Café Options

Metrocentre features more than 60 places to eat and drink, including a dedicated Qube zone housing Bella Italia, Zizzi, Pizza Express, YO! Sushi, Nando’s, Wagamama, plus a vibrant food court with Starbucks, Costa, Greggs, McDonald’s and various Italian-style bistros and pasta bars .

Nearby Metro Oasis (adjacent to the main mall) adds casual dining gems like Harvester, Toby Carvery, Starbucks, and Krispy Kreme, perfect for a relaxed break .

The adjoining Metro Retail Park also delivers options with Pizza Hut, McDonald’s, Harry Ramsden’s and a bingo hall .

🎉 Entertainment & Leisure Galore • Odeon Cinema: A 12-screen multiplex with IMAX and VIP lounge . • Namco Funscape: Bowling (18 lanes), dodgems, arcade games, pool hall, soft play . • Clip ’n Climb: Over 26 climbing walls and a 10 m drop slide . • Treetop Golf (since late 2023): Two 18-hole mini-golf adventures with thematic decor . • The Escapologist: Immersive escape-room experiences . • Seasonal musings include rotating pop-ups, roller-rink, and family events .

🚗 Accessibility & Amenities • Parking: Around 9,000–10,000 free spaces plus EV charging bays . • Transport links: Metrocentre Interchange bus station and its own train station on Tyne Valley Line (7 min to Newcastle) . • Customer services: Shopmobility, ATMs, toilets with baby-change, accessible access, lifts & escalators .

🌆 Surrounding Attractions • Metro Retail Park for homewares (IKEA nearby) and casual dining . • Close to cultural Gems: Sage (now Glasshouse), BALTIC Art Centre, Angel of the North . • Nearby parks and venues: Saltwell Park, Gateshead International Stadium, Little Theatre .

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💬 Final Thoughts

Metrocentre in Gateshead delivers an incredible all-in-one experience—massive range of shops, endless food and drink options, and top-tier entertainment. Plus, with excellent parking and public transport, it’s effortless to visit.

I had a fantastic day—shopping, dining, a film, climbing, and a round of mini-golf all in one spot. If you’re in the North East, this is a must-visit — absolutely 5...

I took my daughter here recently for her birthday to do a bit of shopping.

Wow she was really spoiled for choice We started in the collectibles shop the staff were so friendly and kind taking time to show my daughter how a game worked and to put batteries in the game for her they were fantastic if you see this review my daughter would like you to know she beat level 11 on the game.

We then went to the entertainer the prices were so reasonable she bought a huge tub of loom bands and only paid £4 she bought herself a new doll at only £6 I was really impressed. Her favourite purchase was a ferret attached to a ball the staff went out of their way to give her a birth certificate along with it.

We then went to primark I'm not going to lie the shop was a bit chaotic with clothes scattered everywhere and the prices slowly going up but after a rummage my daughter managed to find some things she was happy with they were slightly over priced than what I would expect from primark.

Mcdonalds was next staff were perfect they made a huge fuss of my daughter for her birthday giving her a crown and stopping to wish her a happy birthday.

Lastly but not least at all we visited build a bear I was really worried about this visit with the prices but wow staff were fantastic they gave her a birthday bear meaning that because my daughter is only 6 she only paid £6 for her bear she was able to place a special birthday heart inside her bear, pick out a dress and make a birth certificate for her bear she was so happy the staff then let her ring the birthday bell in store and made a huge fuss of my daughter on her birthday she was beaming all the way home thank...

I recently had the pleasure of visiting an incredible shopping mall located in Newcastle Upon Tyne. This massive shopping center is truly amazing and consists of four malls combined into one convenient location. Each mall is color-coded with Yellow, Red, Green, and Blue. I parked at the Yellow Mall, where parking is free and there is no limit on the duration of your stay. The play area for children is absolutely beautiful and exciting, featuring wall climbing and other activities.

There are unlimited options for dining, so you'll never have to worry about where to eat. Although I didn't see any Indian food options, they have a Turkish delight stall and definitely some Chinese options. You can also find a PRIMARK store here for those who love to shop there. The mall even has a free indoor maze that was set up during the Easter holidays for Easter egg hunting.

The mall boasts an unbelievably large number of branded shops, and I was particularly impressed with the Guess store. For added fun for the kids, there's even a Train on Wheels that goes around the entire mall. There is a security team all over the place, so there are no issues with safety or security. The mall provides clear and readable directions, and each mall area has a help desk for extra customer care.

To fully experience everything this mall has to offer, you'll need at least 4-5 hours. I loved every minute of my time here, and I definitely recommend a visit to anyone looking for a fantastic...