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South bank of the River Tyne between The Sage and Baltic, Gateshead·In developmentHousing & Development

Gateshead Quays

  • Stage£24m NECA funding to start work on site announced March 2026, subject to Mayor and Cabinet approval
  • Value£24m NECA funding (March 2026, subject to approval)
  • Next milestoneGateshead Council to begin infrastructure and enabling works; arena operator to be identified
  • Last checked1 November 2026
Source: North East Combined Authority · reported Place North East →

What has changed on this project, and when

  • Next milestone: Gateshead Council to begin infrastructure and enabling works; arena operator to be identified2 November 2026 · previously: Earthworks expected to start on site in late 2026, with public realm works following into 2027; arena operator still to be identified
  • Stage: £24m NECA funding to start work on site announced March 2026, subject to Mayor and Cabinet approval2 November 2026 · previously: Planning granted; funding secured and enabling works being mobilised
  • Value: £24m NECA funding (March 2026, subject to approval)2 November 2026 · previously: £24m NECA enabling funding (2026)
  • Next milestone: Earthworks expected to start on site in late 2026, with public realm works following into 2027; arena operator still to be identified13 October 2026 · previously: Appointment of arena operator and start on site for ICC/Arena

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