Primera clasificación Compras en Newcastle upon Tyne

Describing Grainger Market as a "bombardier of the nostrils" might sound a tad off. If you pay it a visit, however, you'll see that it's both true and flattering. With more food stores than its neighboring Greenmarket, Grainger Market has delicacies to cater to everyone's palette. Look one way and you'll find meat, fruit, confectionery, and all the trimmings, while the other way you've got a pharmacy, a hardware store, a bookshop, and a video games retailer. It would be only a slight exaggeration to say that you could find almost anything you need in this huge and varied market.

Housed in a former Victorian mill, Seven Stories is an amalgamation of a bookstore, a museum and learning gallery that is solely dedicated to children's literature. Found here are exciting books and activities for kids, that are not just a source of entertainment but are also educational. The bookshop features plenty of interesting books for children of all ages, from nursery rhymes to short stories and even a few activity books. At the exhibition center and learning space, kids are treated to a series of great activities from creative writing and story telling to painting and craft, which the bets of which are exhibited at the gallery.

An absolute must visit for shopaholics or those who simply enjoy wandering around vast department stores. Fenwick of Newcastle is a flagship shop by any standards: five floors, food hall and delicatessen, travel bureau, beauty/hair salon; Fenwick caters for just about everyone. This can be a great shopping experience in particular try out the cook shop, wine and spirits department, audio, gift and household wares. Endless clothing sections (with many Designer franchises) will take hours out of your day. There are several high quality eating places throughout offering anything from a cup of coffee to a three course meal. The Fenwick windows at Christmas with their animation and music are one of the highlights of Northumberland Street festivities.

Regarded as the center of Newcastle, Eldon Square offers a superb selection of retail outlets under one roof. The choice of shops is excellent, ranging from top national names like Boots, and Argos to lesser known local and specialist outlets. Information points are available and there are plenty of seating areas when a rest is required, and a variety of cafes and pubs to provide refreshment. Or if you prefer a more energetic option, Eldon Leisure is a fully-equipped leisure and fitness facility. The mall can be exceptionally busy at weekends, but the crowds aren't a problem provided you relax and concentrate on browsing and buying from any of the hundreds of stores around the center.

Part of the John Lewis chain, this flagship department store has operated in the Eldon Square Shopping Centre since 1976. The store, however, has existed in some form since 1838, and may have been the world's first true department store. With over 80 departments spread over four floors, John Lewis concentrates on quality merchandise allied to helpful, expert service. Their motto: "Never knowingly undersold" holds good and price matching is common. Export sales are welcomed: interpreters and advisory staff are available if required, and the shop is experienced in overcoming the possible pitfalls of shipping goods to foreign parts. John Lewis is spacious, easy to navigate, with uniformed sales assistants just about everywhere. A pleasant, if somewhat muted shopping experience. If you need to relax, or reassess your finances, you can choose to refresh yourself in either the restaurant, or the coffee shop.