Let's take a look at Northumberland Street's history through 17 retro photos. Northumberland Street encompasses much of Newcastle's retail history. Created in the 19th Century, it was originally called 'Bath Road' as it led to the old Northumberland Baths opened in 1839 (replaced in 1928.)

Northumberland Street, Newcastle. Tyneside's premier shopping area in a pre-World War One picture. Circa 19001 of 16 Air raid shelter sign on Northumberland Street, Newcastle. December, 19393 of 16 The Moonies clearing up the litter and rubbish on Northumberland Street, Newcastle, during the strike by rubbish collectors, February 197910 of 16

The Moonies clearing up the litter and rubbish on Northumberland Street, Newcastle, during the strike by rubbish collectors, February 197910 of 16 The "Boom Army" performing on Northumberland Street, Newcastle, before the European Champions' League match, Newcastle v Barcelona on September 17, 199716 of 16

Learn more... Northumberland Street in Newcastle was decorated for the Silver Jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary. Callers furniture store on Northumberland Street in Newcastle was destroyed by fire on the 30th of November 1969.