North Easteners have a canny eye for the original and for value for money. This is reflected in the astonishing range of shops - from bric-a-brac to designer labels - which will tempt the palate of even the most jaded shopper.

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NewcastleGateshead rivals anywhere else in the country for the sheer variety and quality of shops. From some of the biggest shopping centres in Europe (with excellent transport links and parking facilities) to smaller, independent boutiques to some superb designer outlets, if it's retail heaven that you're after, then look no further.

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• Fashion & designer labels
• Markets
• See art, buy art
• Book shops
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