Central Arcade, Shopping arcade in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
Central Arcade is a covered shopping passage in Newcastle upon Tyne connecting Grey Street to Market Street through three glass-roofed walkways. The corridors feature intricate mosaic floors and decorative tilework that create a visually detailed retail environment.
The site began as a commercial building in 1837 and was reconstructed as the current arcade by Oswald and Son in 1906 after a major fire destroyed the earlier structure. This rebuilding established the passage as a key shopping link in the city center.
The arcade hosts a mix of long-standing and newer shops that give the space its character today, with family-run businesses sitting alongside contemporary retailers. This blend reflects how shopping and commerce have evolved while maintaining local connections within the covered passages.
The arcade contains independent retailers and cafes spread across the three walkways, making it easy to explore and shop in a covered environment. The glass-roofed passages keep visitors comfortable regardless of weather while allowing natural light throughout the space.
The interior decoration features Art Nouveau tiles created by Rust's Vitreous Mosaics paired with Corinthian columns modeled after the Temple of Vesta. This classical design inspiration gives the shopping passage an unexpected architectural character that few visitors immediately notice.
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Address: Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6EG, UK
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-17:00
GPS coordinates: 54.97310,-1.61326
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03
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