Feb 19, 2026 | Reviews
As part of our LoveNUL Ambassador programme, we sent Kirstie Ash to the award-winning New Vic Theatre to review The Hound of the Baskervilles by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, adapted for the stage by Steven Canny and John Nicholson and directed by Joyce Branagh. Bringing...
Nov 14, 2025 | BID
Businesses across Newcastle-under-Lyme have voted in favour of renewing their Business Improvement District (BID) status, securing over £1.4 million in funding to be invested over the next five years. This funding will support ongoing efforts to enhance the trading...
Nov 10, 2025 | Uncategorised
The Christmas magic returns to Newcastle-under-Lyme on Sunday 23rd November as Newcastle-under-Lyme BID, alongside 6 Towns Radio and with support from Valcato Entertainment, hosts its spectacular Light Up Castle switch-on event. Get ready for a full day of free,...
Nov 10, 2025 | Uncategorised
Newcastle-under-Lyme’s town centre welcomed the return of Castle Classics last weekend, organised by Newcastle-under-Lyme BID with support from 6 Towns Radio, the Red Haired Stokie and Envy Autos. Now in its second year, with two previous events in October 24 and...
Nov 10, 2025 | Uncategorised
Newcastle-under-Lyme BID is delighted to once again launch their Christmas Window Competition, giving local businesses the chance to get involved in the town’s festive celebrations. The competition brings a festive buzz to the town each year, encouraging businesses to...
Nov 3, 2025 | Uncategorised
Newcastle-under-Lyme Business Improvement District (BID), in partnership with Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council, proudly represented the town at the RHS Britain in Bloom National Finals in Brighton on Thursday 31st October 2025, following a successful judging visit...
Oct 21, 2025 | Uncategorised
Newcastle-under-Lyme Business Improvement District (BID), in partnership with Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council, has won Gold in the BID category at today’s Heart of England in Bloom Regional Awards (Tuesday 21st October 2025) and has been named Overall BID...
Jul 16, 2025 | Uncategorised
Over 70 eye-catching flags featuring original artwork from local residents are now flying high across Newcastle-under-Lyme, bringing a burst of colour, creativity and community spirit to the town centre this summer. The large-scale outdoor installation follows an...
Jun 20, 2025 | Local News
A stunning new mural paying tribute to Newcastle-under-Lyme’s rich market heritage has been unveiled on Hassell Street, on the side of Nail Essence, forming a vibrant gateway to The Stones Market. Commissioned by Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council and...
Jun 13, 2025 | Events
A high energy celebration of creativity featuring the best local potters, painters and poets is heading to Newcastle-under-Lyme. ArtSlam NUL is a charity art event taking over the raw, industrial surroundings of Astley Place, formerly York Place Shopping Centre on...
Jun 3, 2025 | Uncategorised
Local historian and heritage advocate Jenna Goodwin, known as “The Red Haired Stokie” is teaming up with Newcastle-under-Lyme BID to bring “Ales, Tales & Taverns” a historic pub walk to Newcastle on Sunday 15th June. Coinciding with both Father’s Day and National...
Apr 15, 2025 | Uncategorised
This summer, the streets of Newcastle-under-Lyme will come alive with colour, creativity and community and we want you to be a part of it! We’re inviting people of all ages to submit artwork to be featured in a stunning flag installation across High Street, Ironmarket...
Oct 25, 2024 | Local News
Last night the Newcastle-under-Lyme business community came together to celebrate business excellence at the LoveNUL Business Awards 2024. Following a public nomination and voting process, Newcastle-under-Lyme BID proudly announced the winners at an awards ceremony...
Oct 14, 2024 | Local News
A statue of Queen Elizabeth II, crafted by renowned sculptor Andy Edwards has been unveiled in Newcastle-under-Lyme’s Queens Gardens. Commissioned by Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council to celebrate the town’s 850th anniversary, the statue of Queen Elizabeth II is...
Sep 20, 2024 | BID
Newcastle-under-Lyme Business Improvement District have unveiled the dates and key sponsors for the 2024 LoveNUL Business Awards, which will take place on Thursday 24th October at the prestigious Denise Coates Foundation Building at Keele University. At its inaugural...
Sep 20, 2024 | Uncategorised
Newcastle-under-Lyme Business Improvement District (BID), in collaboration with Newcastle Borough Council, is celebrating a tremendous double win at the prestigious Heart of England in Bloom Awards 2024, held on Friday, 20th September. The collaborative efforts have...
Aug 27, 2024 | Local News
Newcastle-under-Lyme’s High Street is set to welcome a fresh and exciting addition to its independent business community with the opening of The Hair House. Located next to the historic Guildhall in the former Millets/GO Outdoors unit, the salon is the brainchild of...
Jul 24, 2024 | Local News
Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre has welcomed back a delightful new addition this week with the introduction of their ‘pop-up park’ outside the Guildhall on High Street, around the Market Cross area. After the success of last year’s installation on Red Lion...
Jul 22, 2024 | Uncategorised
Newcastle-under-Lyme BID are excited to announce the launch of ‘Artbox’ a public art initiative that will transform the town’s streets with vibrant, artistic designs. The project has been funded by Newcastle-under-Lyme BID and see’s 10 artists using every...
Jun 12, 2024 | Local News
Food lovers of Staffordshire and beyond, prepare yourself for a day of delicious dishes and drinks as Castle Food & Drink Fest arrives in Newcastle-under-Lyme for the August Bank Holiday Saturday. This brand new event, held on the Ironmarket and High Street,...
Jun 7, 2024 | Local News
The Newcastle-under-Lyme Business Improvement District (BID) is delighted to announce the completion of a stunning new mural on Newcastle-under-Lyme High Street. The vibrant artwork, which now adorns the vacant facade of the former Metropolis building, is the creation...
Jun 5, 2024 | BID
Newcastle-under-Lyme BID is thrilled to announce the appointment of Charlie Machin as their new Projects and Marketing Executive. Charlie joins the BID team with a wealth of experience and a passion for creating engaging campaigns that will support BID levy-payers and...
May 17, 2024 | Business Spotlight
This May, Sophie Davies from Il Capo Barbiere on Bridge Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme will be walking the Pennine Way, a 268 mile journey to raise money for mental health charity, Mind. “Mental health issues are something close to me and something I see...
May 17, 2024 | Business Spotlight
An established barbershop in Newcastle-under-Lyme have added a new service to their skillset in a bid to to promote confidence and self-assurance among men. Opened in 2018 on Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, The Barber Life stands out as more than just a...
May 17, 2024 | Business Spotlight
S T O C K by Feasted, located at the lower end of the High Street in Newcastle-under-Lyme, is redefining the local dining scene with its innovative approach to traditional flavours. Since its opening in March, Newcastle-under-Lyme’s latest dining offering owned...
May 17, 2024 | Business Spotlight
Specialty Coffee shop Piccoloco, situated on Hassell Street in Newcastle-under-Lyme has become a staple in the town’s café culture. After scooping Café/Coffee Shop of the Year at the LoveNUL Business Awards, this father-and-son enterprise has gone from strength to...
May 10, 2024 | Business Spotlight
Two local lads, who once shared the same school corridors, are now making waves in the world of fashion retailing. Meet the faces behind Crepz Club, a brand that’s been making waves since its inception since the first lockdown of 2020. Founded amidst the...
Apr 18, 2024 | BID
Following Newcastle-under-Lyme’s national and regional gold medals and overall win of Britain in Bloom last year, Newcastle-under-Lyme BID and Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council are delighted to announce their collaboration to submit Newcastle-under-Lyme into...
Mar 28, 2024 | BID
Newcastle-under-Lyme Business Improvement District (BID) is delighted to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors following its recent Annual General Meeting (AGM). Chris Plant, representing Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce, and Martin...
Mar 25, 2024 | Local News
Newcastle under Lyme based studio confirms launch of Honey Box Hive, which will support and develop local musicians. King Street Studios is to undertake a new project which is aimed at the development of local musicians, gathering vital information in the music...
Mar 22, 2024 | Uncategorised
Newcastle-under-Lyme’s live and local music festival Lymelight Festival returns to Newcastle-under-Lyme town at the end of May – and its bigger than ever! Over the Bank Holiday weekend of Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th May, more than 40 up and coming local artists are...
Mar 22, 2024 | Events
Newcastle-under-Lyme BID is thrilled to announce that Keele University has stepped forward as the headline sponsor for the annual Lymelight Festival, celebrating the vibrant local music scene. The festival, a beloved fixture in the community’s calendar, is set...
Mar 22, 2024 | BID
Newcastle-under-Lyme BID announces a significant restructure within its leadership team to further enhance its mission of creating a safe, welcoming and forward thinking town for the whole community. Eddie Leligdowicz, who has served as the chair of the BID since its...
Feb 13, 2024 | Shop Local
Love is in the Air as Valentines Day approaches… What can Newcastle offer for the lovers out there? Say it with flowers (and why wouldn’t you?) both Jeanne Marie and Exhibits florists can provide stunning bouquets to fill the heart with joy. If bling is your thing,...
Jan 4, 2024 | Local News
Established bowling alley, Lymelight Lanes in Lymelight Boulevard, High St have recently undergone a 10 week refurbishment to transform a former snooker hall to offer duckpin bowling. Formerly Rack n Roll, the bowling alley have expanded to fill two floors of the...
Nov 24, 2023 | Christmas
A FREE Christmas window trail will take families through Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre as they search for clues to win prizes. Launching on the town’s Christmas Light Switch On event on Sunday 26th November and will run until Monday 11th December. Forms can be...
Nov 13, 2023 | Local News
Thompson Wright Chartered Accountants have recently had a defibrillator installed on the outside of their head office building in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, which is located directly across from a public car park. The defibrillator is stored in a locked cabinet and is...
Nov 2, 2023 | Christmas
The Newcastle Lantern Parade from B Arts returns to Newcastle-under-Lyme to bring together the community and light up the town and shine a light on the theme of “Peace.” The annual Newcastle Lantern Parade, established in 2013, is a testament to the community...
Nov 2, 2023 | Christmas
Christmas comes to Newcastle-under-Lyme on Sunday 26th November as the Business Improvement District #LightupCastle with their free and fun filled annual switch on event. Lucas Yeomans and Dan Townley will take to the stage to host an afternoon and evening of live...
Oct 31, 2023 | BID
Simon Hilton of Central Designs has been selected as the latest member of Newcastle-under-Lyme BID Board of Directors. Simon has over 35 years experience in a creative advertising and brand development agency and is also a director of Caffe Java. The addition of Simon...
Oct 31, 2023 | BID
Newcastle Under Lyme’s Business Improvement District (BID) is pleased to announce that it has secured vital funding from the Police Commissioner’s Safer Streets Fund to bolster safety and support local businesses in the town centre during the festive...
Oct 23, 2023 | Local News
Thanks to the generous support of the Staffordshire Police and Crime Commissioner’s Office, Newcastle-under-Lyme BID are set to transform an underutilised and graffiti-covered alleyway on Scarlett Street into a vibrant and thought-provoking mural. This project...
Oct 17, 2023 | Local News
Well Pharmacy is proud to announce a community health initiative designed to promote the health and well-being of the residents of Newcastle-under-Lyme. From the 16th to the 21st of October, a Mobile Health Bus will be situated outside the Guildhall, offering free flu...
Sep 29, 2023 | BID
Newcastle-under-Lyme BID are looking to establish Focus Groups that will enable businesses to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Newcastle-under-Lyme. Launching in October 2023, the BID invite Newcastle-under-Lyme levy payers to join us in shaping our...
Sep 29, 2023 | Local News
Nationally-renowned property developers Capital&Centric who are redeveloping Goods Yard, Stoke are helping to re envision multi million pound plans for homes, offices, shops and a hotel, plus public open spaces, are all moving forward for the Ryecroft, York Place...
Sep 29, 2023 | Whats On
After opening on Saturday 23rd September as part of the 850th Celebration of Newcastle-under-Lyme’s Royal Charter, Astley’s Astounding Adventures is set to take the New Vic stage by storm during its run up until 21st October. Astley’s Astounding Adventures, set in the...
Sep 26, 2023 | Offers
Ryman Newcastle-under-Lyme knows that student life can be challenging on the wallet. So, they’re here to help you save. When you flash your valid Student ID, you’ll instantly get a 10% discount on your purchase. Ryman is conveniently located at 43 High St,...
Sep 26, 2023 | Offers
Future scholars of Keele and Staffordshire University! Are you all set to embark on a new academic adventure? No matter which campus you’re heading to, you stand a chance to be one of the lucky 100 students who’ll walk away with a shiny new laptop courtesy...
Sep 26, 2023 | Whats On
Appetite and ArtsKeele present Featured, a new exhibition to be showcased at Newcastle Common. Featured is a collection of artworks created by artists from Staffordshire and Shropshire recently exhibited as part of the Three Counties Exhibition 2023 on show at Burslem...
Sep 17, 2023 | LoveNUL Awards
It was a night to remember as the Newcastle-under-Lyme business community came together to celebrate business excellence at the LoveNUL Awards. Following a six week public nomination and voting stages, Newcastle-under-Lyme BID announced the winners of the LoveNUL...
