Shields Road is a colourful thoroughfare.

A landmark for shopaholics, this neighbourhood is bright with little gems that are made up of small businesses and high street shops. It’s a neighbourhood that’s proud of its history, the famous Newcastle firm Ringtons Tea head office building is still located at the top of Shields Road. The six-storey building is no longer in use by the company, but you can see Ringtons Limited Tea Merchants Est 1907 on the face of the building. Shields Road is a colourful thoroughfare that provides a range of local services, such as the East End Library Community Hub, Shoe Repair Shop, butchers, post office and the Cycle Centre Shop. You can also experience a dynamic sport at Newcastle Climbing Centre. Situated in the former church of St Mark's the building provides a spectacular indoor climbing environment with over 1200 square metres of indoor climbing. It’s a neighbourhood full of unique cultures, you can buy produce from an array of international supermarkets such as International Foods, Byker International Foods, Lviv Mini Market and Potraviny Byker Polish Shop European Food.