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Sage Gateshead to reach more people with capital programme refurbishment

In May 2019 Sage Gateshead, the international centre for music and events on the banks of the River Tyne, was awarded National Lottery funding through Arts Council England to make vital improvements to the venue’s facilities – the first major refurbishment to take place since the building opened in 2004. Sage Gateshead is delighted visitors […]

29 September 2021

Double reopening of heritage venues in NewcastleGateshead following multi-million pound investment

Two landmark heritage venues have reopened in NewcastleGateshead after receiving £9.3 million in funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The Common Room of the Great North and Newcastle Cathedral are now once again, available to host events and conferences, after being closed for refurbishment. Formerly known as The Mining Institute, The Common Room is […]

15 September 2021

Live Events Reinsurance Scheme introduced as part of Government response to COVID-19

The Government has announced the launch of a new Live Events Reinsurance Scheme which will run until 30 September 2022 with a review point in Spring 2022. The scheme will offer cost indemnification if an event must be cancelled, postponed, relocated or abandoned due to new UK Civil Authority restrictions in response to COVID-19. All […]

13 September 2021