Flaura Rose, Ouseburn
Located in the heart of Ouseburn, this lifestyle store features a collective of female-owned small businesses, displaying handpicked, expressively designed, boho-inspired clothing, jewellery, posters, and quirky accessories, with highlights including hand-painted denim jackets and unique shoulder bags. Flaura Rose is the perfect stop for that stylish friend who loves a blend of trendy and timeless pieces. You won’t find anything mass-produced here, only unique designs made by locally based women with care.
The Find, Ouseburn
Just a stone's throw away from Flaura Rose, vintage treasures and artisan goods await you at yet another Ouseburn staple: The Find. This boutique is brimming with exquisite finds, from vinyl records and hand-crafted home decor to handbound books and natural soaps. The Find showcases a diverse mix of local sellers that provide everything you need to create the perfect gift hamper.
That Retro Game Shop, Grainger Market
For the nostalgic friend in your life, The Retro Game Shop is a must-visit. Filled with vintage games and consoles, this quaint spot is perfect for any gamer looking to relive their youth. Treat your friend to a childhood classic of Kingdom Hearts on the Playstation 2 or Pokémon Platinum on the Nintendo DS. They also cater to the movie buffs, with a hefty collection of DVDs for a small price of £1 each; why not plan them a childhood movie marathon?
Newcastle Arts Centre, Westgate Road
The Newcastle Arts Centre is home to a vibrant community of creatives in the city, offering a beautiful selection of decorative ceramics, polymer clay and enamel jewellery, and pottery. The centre has highlighted artistic talent from across the UK for over 40 years, making it a wonderful cause to support in your gift search. They also offer art courses, salsa classes and jazz events, which would be the ideal present for those who favour experiences over material items.
Tynemouth Market, Tynemouth Metro Station
Head over to the iconic historical station for a bustling atmosphere made up of over 150 stalls spanning both sides of the platform. The market has everything from knitted hats and football merchandise to flavoured coffee syrups and movie figurines, leaving you completely spoiled for choice with endless possibilities for gift ideas.