A multi-million-pound initiative to revitalise Newcastle's Grainger Market and transform it into a top international destination is set to begin.

Newcastle City Council is now working with Robertson Construction Group as its management contractor meaning work can now begin at the Grade-I listed market.

Within the Arcade two new pavilions will be installed and improved toilet facilities provided.

All entrances will be renovated to increase the market’s visibility and fitted with glazed, automatic sliding doors to help reduce draughts.


While there will also be improved décor, wayfinding and signage in the alleys, building upon the original designs that exist throughout the market.

The external area around the entrances will also be upgraded.

Final surveys are ongoing on the site, built in 1835, and traders, whose businesses will remain open during the works, have been consulted on the plans.

Newcastle City Council has confirmed the improvement works will begin in late September, beginning with the demolition of existing units within the central Arcade.

It is expected the works will complete by summer 2025, but the council have said there are a number of challenges at the site.

These include ageing utility supplies within the market and the presence of a listed air raid shelter beneath part of the site.