Seven Reasons to Visit Living North LIVE in Newcastle

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April 2023

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Don't miss Living North LIVE as the North's leading lifestyle and shopping event returns for 2023

The must-visit lifestyle event, Living North LIVE spring fair returns to Newcastle Racecourse from 19th-21st May. Join us for a truly inspirational and enjoyable day out - we've picked out our top reasons to check out this year's must-not-miss event.

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1. Discover unique shopping

Expect to find an eclectic mix of independent designer makers and retailers from near and far bringing you the best in lifestyle and living. From inspirational interiors to original gifts, our Homes, Gardens and Shopping event is the perfect place to find those special things to turn your house into the home you’ve always wanted. Find accessories to help you stand out from the crowd, discover handmade British products, and enjoy meeting the artisans behind some one-off pieces.

2. Learn something new in the LIVE Lounge

Take time to learn a new skill in our interactive LIVE Lounge, where we have everything from design experts helping you to revamp your home, to tips on how to create the perfect spring wreath. The creatives among us can learn how to make a willow obelisk, find out more about arm knitting, or take the chance to ask the experts in one of our live gardening Q&As.

3. See the North East’s top chefs in action

In our LIVE Chef Demo Kitchen you can pick up tips from some of the best chefs from across the North. MasterChef’s Anthony O’Shaughnessy, Great British Menu’s Bobby Geetha and Troy Terrington from Dobson & Parnell are just some of those who’ll be joining us – check out the full line-up here.

4. Indulge in our fabulous food halls

Our renowned Food Halls return and our fabulous food producers will be on hand with a vast range of artisan produce, from Scotch eggs and handmade pastries to specialist cheese, delicious puddings and of course artisan spirits. Come along and meet the artisan foodies to discover some of the best local produce.

5. Take part in an exclusive workshop

New to Living North LIVE for 2023, don't miss our exclusive workshops and expert masterclasses. These will run on Friday and Sunday at Newcastle Racecourse, and tickets are limited, so don't miss out. On Friday, enjoy a glass of Prosecco and a cupcake while you learn how to get the Pillow Talk Party Look with the expert makeup artists from Charlotte Tilbury (you’ll also get an exclusive goody bag to take home). On Sunday, join Amy Rutherford for a hands-on make your own plant pot ceramic workshop. Your finished masterpiece will be taken to Amy’s studio to be fired and glazed before being sent out to your home address. Find out more and book tickets for both workshops here.

6. It’s the perfect spring day out!

Make a real day of it at Living North LIVE. When you need to take a break from all that shopping, we’ve got plenty of places to sit back and relax. Throughout the weekend you’ll be able to enjoy live music, and relax with a drink with friends in our gorgeous bar, enjoy light lunches, coffees, drinks and snacks, and be entertained by our live singer.