Outlet shopping

For a spot of discount shopping head to Dalton Park near Durham or the Royal Quays Outlet Village at North Shields, where there are hundreds of top-name bargains. Combined with a visit to a nearby attraction or special event you have the ingredients for a great day out.

Designer Boutiques

The elegant Georgian-style buildings of Yarm house a choice of chic boutiques, whilst Durham city’s cobbled streets are lined by a mix of exclusive shops. NewcastleGateshead sparkles with designer labels and the smart suburb of Jesmond has been described as a ‘mini Notting Hill’ by City Life magazine.