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Eldon Square extension JLP01_10_28898
Filename: jlp01_10_28898.jpg
Size: 5222 x 6700 (5.8MB)
Date: 11th February 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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Eldon Square extension JLP01_10_28898
Eldon Square Shopping Centre, Newgate Street, Newcastle upon Tyne. The shop unit built to bridge Blakett Street and connect the extension to the original Eldon Square shopping centre in Newcastle.
Laing won the £ 5.2m contract to extend the shopping centre in March 1986 for completion in October 1987, a second in January 1987 to build the retail unit that bridges Blackett Street and connects the old with the new development and a third in May 1987 for improvements and upgrading across the whole Eldon Square site.
This photograph featured in the January 1988 edition of Team Spirit, the Laing company newsletter, with the caption Hennes. The building houses a retail unit for H&M, Hennes & Mauritz
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the Eldon Square extension in all its glory. Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, this architectural masterpiece was built to bridge Blakett Street and connect the new extension to the original Eldon Square shopping centre. The project was undertaken by renowned construction company Laing, who secured a £5.2 million contract for the expansion. The photograph, featured in Team Spirit - Laing's company newsletter from January 1988, showcases the stunning evening lights that illuminate this bustling shopping hub of the 1980s. The building itself houses a retail unit for H&M, known as Hennes & Mauritz at that time. Laing's involvement with Eldon Square didn't stop there; they also took on additional contracts to improve and upgrade various areas across the entire site. Their dedication and expertise ensured that this iconic shopping centre remained at the forefront of modernity and convenience. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to an era where fashion trends were born within these very walls. This photograph is not just a testament to architectural excellence but also serves as a nostalgic reminder of how our beloved cityscapes have evolved over time. Thanks to A© Historic England Archive for preserving this snapshot of history – it allows us to appreciate both past achievements and envision future possibilities for urban development.
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