Doing business in Gateshead
Gateshead is one of the most exciting and vibrant places in Europe with plenty to offer its residents and growing business community:
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Home to more than 200,000 people and over 4,000 businesses Gateshead is well-established on the International map.
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Gateshead is within walking distance of Newcastle city and is fast becoming a cultural and technological centre of world renown.
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More Gateshead Facts and Figures.
Gateshead Council is committed to providing a top class service to both residents and businesses and is currently focused on driving the commercial agenda in the North East.
Regenerated riverside development - Gateshead Quays
The regenerated riverside area has attracted more than £500m of private and public sector investment and had achieved global recognition for a number of major projects including:
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Gateshead Millennium Bridge;
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BALTIC, a leading contemporary art gallery;
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The Sage Gateshead – a unique new music centre designed by Sir Norman Foster.
Gateshead is also home to:
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MetroCentre – Europe’s largest shopping and leisure complex;
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Team Valley Trading Estate – one of Europe’s largest commercial areas with more than 650 businesses.
Help for businesses
At Gateshead Council we are also committed to helping entrepreneurs thrive and grow through our dedicated advice service for new and existing businesses. We can help guide you through the process of setting up a business in Gateshead and provide expert advice on funding, grants, planning and all aspects of starting or growing your business.