Transforming Northumberland Street

Transforming Northumberland Street

 

We are working with construction company Taylor Woodrow to improve Northumberland Street and provide new paving, seating, trees, greenery, and lighting.

The changes will create an elegant and high-quality environment that is inspired by the street’s Medieval history and will reinforce its position as the region’s most vibrant and important high street, setting it apart from other streets.

Work started on the street in December 2023, with further preparatory works taking place in the first few months of 2024, much of which involved various utility companies working on their underground services before the paving and foundations began. 

These improvement works are funded by UK Government. When works complete the street will reflect the changing needs of city centres. Not only will there be great shops, but also spaces for events, entertainment and for people just to spend time in a more welcoming place that can be enjoyed both day and night.

Read more about our plans for Northumberland Street

An artist's impression of Northumberland Street, viewed from Haymarket. People sit on new seating, which incorporates flowerbeds and trees, in the middle of the street. In the distance new lighting columns can be seen. To the right is the branch of Halifax bank in Haymarket Metro station.

Update on the works – Autumn 2025

In Progress


South Northumberland Street (end near to Blackett Street):
Paving here is well underway, with bench bases and lighting foundations now being
installed.

Central Northumberland Street:
Tree pit work is underway here - five have been excavated and filled, with two more in
progress. Drainage, ducting and lighting foundations are being laid along tree pits.

North Northumberland Street (end near to St Mary’s Place):
One side of the rain garden here is now paved, and work has begun on the second
section.
 

Here's what to expect over the next few weeks:


South Northumberland Street:
Paving here will continue, and the tree grills are set to be installed soon to finish off the area.

Central Northumberland Street:
The focus will remain on completing the remaining tree pits and continuing with the drainage and lighting installations. Regulating will follow as each pit is finished.

North Northumberland Street:
Minor paving work will continue between the rain garden sections, and drainage work will begin to connect the rain gardens to the main line.

We appreciate your patience and support as we continue to transform Northumberland Street into a more vibrant and accessible space for everyone.
 

Information Hub

Taylor Woodrow continues to operate its information hub at 19 Saville Row, just off Northumberland Street. This is a dedicated space to allow engagement with the local community and businesses and to keep everyone up to date on the project’s developments, raise any questions or concerns, and speak with Taylor Woodrow's Public Liaison Officer.
 

Working hours

The normal working hours are:

  • Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
  • Saturday, 8am to and 1pm
  • Some agreed night time working 

Noise and disruption from works

  • Installing ductwork and drainage
  • Removing existing paving
  • Installing foundations and tree pits

  • Digging up the old concrete base slab of the old road

    Access will be maintained for pedestrians and deliveries.

Questions or comments

If you have questions or comments you can contact the council or our contractors.

Newcastle City Council

For general enquiries:

Taylor Woodrow (contractors)

For construction enquiries contact Taylor Woodrow public liaison officer Nicole Turley by:

 

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