Although we may not give it much thought, many of us have a place in our hearts for the iconic brands that have dominated Newcastle's high street for decades.
Quite often some stores will hold happy memories or were even one of our first employers, so it can be gutting when a brand goes under. The pandemic has had a huge impact on the high street with many cities and towns across the UK saying goodbye to huge stores including Debenhams and Topshop.
But it’s not until they close the shutters for the final time that we fully understand how vital they were to our high street shopping experience. Many of us returning to Newcastle following lockdowns may have been left disappointed by empty units where our favourite stores once were.
