Freight Island Rooftop Set for Newcastle Debut

Freight Island is coming to Newcastle. It will transform Eldon Square’s rooftop. This new spot will offer food, drinks, and music. It’ll be entertaining and immersive in the city center. The space will feature family events during the day. Evenings will showcase DJ sets and live music.

Opening is planned for this autumn. New art previews the development. It includes the UK’s first wine tanks. There will also be an Aperitivo cocktail bar.

A Music Box will be a key feature. It will be a venue for live music. This allows hosting many events. Corporate gatherings, art, and festivals could happen. They expect national and international tours, too.

Freight Island has a successful site in Manchester. It launched back in 2020. Newcastle will offer similar food and drink. Global street food stalls are planned. Also, a chef will oversee a restaurant. A food hall with a retractable roof will also be built.

Freight Island will grow some food on-site. They will support local suppliers as well. Sustainability guides the venue’s mission. They want to be environmentally aware. The project will create many jobs.

Freight Island aims to replicate Manchester’s success. The Manchester location contributed to the local economy. It added over £30 million already.

Eldon Square wants to become the city’s heart. Freight Island will help make this vision a reality. The venue will blend music, culture, and community. It will offer something special for Newcastle. The investment totals £16 million.

Newcastle sees this launch as important. It marks a city center transformation. The city offers great leisure and nightlife. This investment keeps it attractive to visitors. Freight Island’s opening aids city growth. Freight Island’s lease shows a Newcastle commitment. They see the city as perfect for expanding. Freight Island seeks to nurture local talent.