The Regeneration of East Pilgrim Street
Join us for our first North East case study tour, an in depth look at the multi phase redevelopment of East Pilgrim Street in the heart of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne.
Click HERE to book your free place. Space is limited, so early booking is advised.
After sitting under developed for over 20 years, East Pilgrim Street is undergoing a complete transformation. This session examines the masterplan's progress; from the catalyst of Bank House office block to the massive office developments at Pilgrim’s Quarter for HMRC and Pilgrim Place for DWP, and how these unlocked the rescue and complex restoration of the area’s Grade II listed heritage assets.
Image: Ryder Architecture
The Itinerary
1. Arrival & Presentation: Cooper’s Studios, Westgate Road
The tour begins at Ryder Architecture’s offices. Housed in a former 19th-century horse and carriage repository, this award-winning conversion serves as the ideal starting point to discuss adaptive reuse.
2. Expert Talk: The Fire Station & Worswick Chambers, Pilgrim Street
The team have been working across these projects for over 15 years, in close collaboration with the local authority, stakeholders and tenants.
Architects Alex Blaylock and Chris Fulham (Ryder Architecture) will be joined by project manager and client representative Chris Turnbull (Avison Young) to provide a technical walkthrough of two of the city’s significant adaptive reuse projects:
The Former Fire Station, Police Station and Magistrates Courts:
Hotel Gotham Newcastle marks the city’s first five-star hospitality offering, born from the sensitive restoration of the iconic 1930s Police Station and Magistrates’ Court. Centred on luxury and storytelling, the 90 bed boutique hotel blends original architectural quirks with high end finishes, creating a unique urban retreat that features a private members' club, a signature restaurant, and will see the historic courtrooms repurposed for exclusive events.
Worswick Chambers:
Steeped in history but reimagined for the modern day, the transformation of Worswick Chambers and 93-101 Pilgrim Street breathes new life into Newcastle's architectural heritage. This vibrant social hub centres on an open air courtyard and terraces that connect to a dramatic, double-height auction hall. From boutique independent eateries to beautifully preserved shopfronts, it is a landmark destination for food, music, and culture.
3. Site Visit
The morning includes a visit to both projects, and the surrounding East Pilgrim Street to see the integration of new-build elements with historic fabric firsthand. The tour will end at Worswick Chambers with the opportunity for further informal networking, food and drinks.
Click HERE to book your free place. Space is limited, so early booking is advised.
Photo credits: Simon Williams