RADICAL Proposals to Move Leazes Tce to Expand St James’ Park - REVEALED!

[@BoldonBigLad]

Excellent video Eddie, excellent. It would be an engineering marvel if this could be done. Before you showed the work at the bottom of Northumberland Street I was thinking about that very project. But in that case, the facade stays in place. Moving it would be amazing. If the PIF does get involved with the cost I don't think it would be an FFP issue, just like work on the stadium and training facilities wasn't. I recall earlier videos where you discussed the idea of moving to the soon-to-be vacant Longbentoon government site, but I think the council will want to keep the stadium exactly where it is. It is a focal point for both sets of fans on match day because it is in the city centre, making it unique. Also, the revenue generated in the city centre on match day must be enormous. If you build a super stadium miles out of town a lot of people will travel straight there, then straight home afterwards and that would be a big issue for many retailers. Exciting times without a doubt

[@davidsmith1066]

Brilliant information keep it up Eddie fantastic reporting ❤️👍🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤🤍

[@TynesideLife]

Thank you David 👊🏻

[@michaellionart4841]

Fascinating. Thank you Chief

[@Raggattoni]

You always do great work mate. Always fascinating. Well researched and informed. Keep up the good work!

[@TynesideLife]

🙏👍🏻👊🏻

[@daviderrington8224]

Very interesting content. You have become the go to site for information regarding a possible expansion of St James's Park. Keep up the good work

[@TynesideLife]

🙏👊🏻

[@gazmo71]

Fantastic and informative video Eddie as ever, so well researched. The difference this time round is it appears is the Council, the Club and local residents are working together unlike Hall/Shepherd's attempt. Have to say you by far the best content creator for NUFC, more then just reporting what has been stated on Social Media

[@TynesideLife]

🙏👊🏻

[@grittybits]

Great coverage. We’ve been conned by the Italians. I hope our lawyers wipe the floor with them. He won’t play for us again. What an utter fool. It all makes sense now.

[@thezyg6311]

Just some basic maths, in 1999/00 we went from 36000 to 52000, adding 16000 seats. The Milburn was already bigger than the East Stand at that time so if they were able to get all this land we'd be looking at a 70000+ stadium if every side had a level 7.

[@davegravy1842]

Eddie you go to great lengths into your videos must do a lot of work beforehand so in-depth stuff, excellent content appreciate your time spent to put together those keep up the good work 👍👍👍👍

[@davehood1514]

Totally agree 👍

[@TynesideLife]

Thank you Dave 👊🏻

[@pgVeritas]

Thank you Eddie, I have the answer. It doesn’t involve moving anything. I’m going to contact the club. I work with someone who was in charge (up until the over-run) for the build of the new Wembley Stadium. I’m going to run my idea by him, and see if he agrees.

[@garyley4270]

Great video again Eddy. Some interesting stuff. Always know where I'll get any up to date and accurate info.

[@TynesideLife]

There’s only one place Gary 👍🏻👊🏻

[@Ann-oi]

Hi Eddie, not NUFC related BUT could you look into the "Crown Hotel" on Clayton st west old facade, flats inside. I used to live at 18c a mezzanine LOVED it but could never find info on the building as a hotel. Would be fascinated

[@robweaver6618]

Love your show thanks heaps Rob from nz

[@TynesideLife]

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[@michaelsimpson2087]

Another great video Eddy 👍fantastic news that this idea is even being considered. It would certainly make expansion of St James a lot easier and make Leazes terrace into something more desirable too. Gets my vote 🖤🤍

[@ianjames9166]

Another great video, Eddy, and as always you are well researched and informative. I was going to say that I'll eat one of my many hats if this comes off but who knows??! We'll all be watching with interest, that's for sure.

[@TynesideLife]

I agree Ian. I’ll end my channel if it does

[@malthorn568]

Thanks Eddie, your videos are so important to everyone full of fact and not fiction. Keep them coming 👍👍👍👍👍

[@TynesideLife]

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[@jeffknowles1857]

Cheers for your update and all your hard work Eddie

[@TynesideLife]

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[@neilnicholas4028]

Love these stadium updates Eddie. This is an exciting time and it looks like there are options for the east stand.

[@TynesideLife]

If Leazes Tce doesn’t move, which is the likely outcome, there’ll be very little capacity increase in the East Stand unfortunately

[@LeeStewart]

Very interesting stuff. We’d all love to see St. James’ Park expanded, but I thought I'd never see the light of day the possibility of moving the external facade grade listed building’s from one place to another. I await with anticipation what the people behind this project come up with.

[@JohnRalphMcferlong]

Well compared to "the line" in Saudi.. this is a walk in the park I guess. hopefully this is not affecting FFP. If it doesn't well then there you go PIF are willing im sure. Would love to see 65000 in there wuhu

[@TynesideLife]

Unfortunately, our owners aren’t the decision makers on this

[@frankdux5693]

@@TynesideLife they have the brown envelopes though.

[@TynesideLife]

@@frankdux5693 you do know we have checks and balances in place for fraud and corruption? Individuals get caught in the end

[@JohnRalphMcferlong]

I was not talking about the proces it self. Im Award that our owners can’t do anything without a permission. I was simply saying that im sure if an application g’ets approved im sure the money is there to get the project done. 😊

[@cmdell4693]

Very interesting that and probably the only proposal I'd never thought about.

[@scottcarmichael4751]

Great video excellent content u do a fantastic job keep all informed well done once again

[@TynesideLife]

Thank you 🙏

[@peterarmstrong3298]

Brilliant thanks Eddie.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@MrCoyneyboy]

Great video as always Eddie. I don't really see the 3 year Stack contract as too much of an issue - if the club get the green light to expand the Gallowgate, they'd just compensate Stack for the remainder of any remaining contract period surely - at least while it's only the temporary fan park? LT and the East Stand is the main problem as far as I can tell. Would love to see this all done before Euro 28 but at best it's going to be very tight, so your conclusion may well be corret! 👍

[@nutty4bolts753]

Eddie, obviously this has been looked at before, it makes a lot of sense to move this complex, thanks for the update

[@TynesideLife]

There’s never been a feasibility study into this idea bud. It’s extremely unlikely to happen but the developments need reporting on and we’ll await the outcome 👍🏻

[@guybennett3243]

Excellent, informative video as always Eddie, many thanks for keeping us updated…..👊👌👍

[@TynesideLife]

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[@pennycatterick5148]

Eddie,.....I cant tell you how my heart leapt when you mentioned Carliol house, that's is where my Grand father used to work. I remember traveling into the town on a Yellow tram/ bus from Wallsend with him and going past that building; oh such happy memories. By the way, your too harsh on yourself. Remember Stack is just a temporary construction, it will be replaced by your longer term vision. On the timing of Stack, I expect there is a clause/provision in the contract that enables NUFC to release itself from the its obligation to enable early development of the Gallowgate stand. Here's the deal I think, once plans for development of the East stand have been approved, then that will release the start of physical development of the Gallowgate end. I imagine that the Gallowgate stand will be developed for Euro 2028 with the East stand development happening when the competition is over. I also think the proposal regarding relocation of Leazes Terrace makes sense, with it becoming offices for NUFC and PIF, with a luxury hotel included. There you are,...my thoughts! PennyXxx

[@TynesideLife]

Thanks again Penny, although I disagree with the Stack contract bit 😃

[@obrienoverthewall]

How was it leaked? Any plans would be on the planning portal.

[@TynesideLife]

Who mentioned plans? It’s a proposal being put together. Watch the video 👍🏻

[@wolfdog14]

Interesting video Eddie, plenty option to look at. Keeping the facade and sliding it accross I didn't think of. Be some time before we know what happens next. Keep up the good work

[@TynesideLife]

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[@AJamesRichards-ir7yy]

As always, an extremely interesting and well researched commentary based on what’s known and not simply speculative. For what my opinions worth, I do hope the proposed relocation of the terraced buildings is eventually approved and to me makes the most sense regardless of cost because it also makes the most sense aesthetically and can only enhance the building by removing it from the dominant shadow of St James Park itself. I’m certain that NUFC and the PIF will appreciate and support the concept because ultimately it will actually make financial sense in the long run combined with the benefits of keeping St James Park where it is. 👍

[@TynesideLife]

Great message James ☝️

[@rossblack9559]

Fans and non fans might not like this idea and low and behold the residents.

[@markillingworth1972]

But the residents might not want it

[@TynesideLife]

@@markillingworth1972 some of them might not and that is one of the huge complications 👍🏻

[@rossblack9559]

@@markillingworth1972 some will and some won't but am sure if the money is right haha

[@grahambell9831]

Top vdeo & content Eddy 👍......again we thank you for sharing the facts as you understand. Have a great weekend Eddy & Helen 🍻...... Salut!

[@TynesideLife]

You too Graham cheers 🍻

[@grahambell9831]

@@TynesideLife have a canny one ! 🍻

[@toma12101]

Good report eddy well researched

[@TynesideLife]

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[@michaeljp9605]

Sounds a very expensive solution but the value to the club, supporters and the city is huge…..interesting option

[@eltel4397]

Good video some good research. As Everton fan hope you get permission to build on your ground .

[@TynesideLife]

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[@andrewbellsmith2374]

hi eddie b&w throught can we expanded it in strawberry? throught it was a emergency through road from rvi hospital ?

[@TynesideLife]

Can you rephrase your question Andrew please? I don’t understand it 😃

[@ant2533]

This would be excellent and would open up a potential big expansion - with the terrace moved the East Stand could be much bigger! I suggested moving the terrace some time ago and, while it still seems a long shot, the fact that the insides can just be demolished it makes moving just the facade much more possible. It helps that the facade is regular along it's length i.e. it's more or less just repeats of the same short bit. There's a lot of experience in moving buildings on a brick by brick basis these days - some of the lads and lasses at Beamish will have loads of experience! So, I would first extend the Gallowgate using the same method as for the Milburn Stand and which Liverpool have just done i.e. build the new bit around the old one, move the East Stand ticket holders into the new bit of Gallowgate and then demolish the East Stand and rebuild something bigger. Piece of p.... erm, easy!😁

[@TynesideLife]

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[@chrisburgess2432]

There was an architect I spoke to who said he would incorporate leazes Terrace into an indoor Street. Much like the road under the milburn but the outside would be leazes Terrace with bars, food and hotel. It keeps the building as it is and gets around the light issue. Don't know if it was a passing comment or if he'd sort of looked into anything though

[@TynesideLife]

I’m sure you’d get an architect who could say that our cathedral could be incorporated into an Aldi superstore Chris. For reason too many to articulate, that is an absolute none starter bud I’m afraid

[@lew209]

Eddie, if you have nowt to do on Saturday (no footy) pop up to the Alwinton Show near Rothbury. The last agricultural show of the year in England and a cracking day out. We'd love to see you. xxx

[@TynesideLife]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@Youtuber-ku4nk]

You are the best in research and delivery 👌🏼

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers Tony 🙏👊🏻

[@paulamaxwell776]

Nice one Eddy , great info as always

[@TynesideLife]

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[@SueTownson]

Grade 1 means inside and outside is protected. Georgian era is over 100 years before the Victorian and 20th century architecture you are comparing them to. My other concern is what is under the houses - there could be Roman architectural remains which would then be protected.

[@TynesideLife]

You’ve misrepresented and misunderstood what I’ve said Sue. I also study history and this is also a history channel whereby I discuss historical topics in the Newcastle and Tyneside area. My video is presenting a proposal being put together by some important local stakeholders, one of which works on the Newcastle City Council Planning Committee. You’ll note my views on the proposal in the video 👍🏻

[@SueTownson]

I didn't mean to misrepresent you in any way and I am sorry if you think I misunderstood you. I know you are keen on the history and beauty of Newcastle. I like your channel and do subscribe - i really like seeing you travel to other cities and getting to know the people too . But there is a huge difference between Grade 1 and 2 building status. I think you do fairly point out the issues - there is a lot which can be done today with the advances of technology. I sometimes wonder if they should go under the ground - yes there is the metro but easier perhaps than a plethora of 300 year old buildings! Or move west over the road! There are lots of possibilities but moving into a city park and bulldozing 300 year buildings even if you protect the facade....seems to me too much to ask of the city. Plus as you know there may be even bigger problems involved once we start to dig into the ground but we could get that anytime and anywhere we dig in our region!. I hope you can see my points here.

[@peternufc1981]

Cool building need looking after and protecting I like where there going with it though

[@leejonesAngling]

I'm sure the Rubens would be able to do this, it would be great if it happens it makes complete sense. The whole area would benefit 👌

[@TynesideLife]

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[@bspark119]

Really good video and excellent insight into the possibility of moving the listed buildings along Leazes. The other work in Newcastle to preserve the facades is fascinating. Good to know the stakeholders are onboard. The Saudis certainly aren’t short of a bob or two and it wouldn’t be factored into FFP.

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers bud. Just to stress, this current ongoing proposal is independent of the club and owners at this time

[@PaulEvans-qz9ih]

The building of a brand new stadium (capacity of 75,000) will commence at 9-00 am on the 1/3/2025,on the Leazes Park/Castle Leazes site. You heard it here last.😉 Bookmark this post,It's happening.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@JimStafford-b2e]

Before I add my twopenneth worth, I would like to lay my cards on the table and say that like most Toon fans, I want to stay at St. James', it is our traditional home at the end of the day. Now here's the but. I've watched Eddy's reports with interest in recent months about the ground expansion, and the theme that keeps coming up is the cost implications. We are only talking about two stands being expanded, the Gallowgate and Popular Ends ( yes I 'm from that era and I still call it the Popular End!). Anyway, it seems to me that the cost for that would be astronomical. I'm not saying our owners can't afford it, but Eddy touched upon the subject in his report when he says PIF are an investment fund. They exist to make money. I know the owners have made all the right noises about wanting to stay at and having no intention to leave St. James but they will have to keep all options open. I know they have commissioned feasibility studies about how they can redevelope the ground, but the blunt truth of the matter is that probably for less than the cost of extending two stands, they could build a purpose built brand new ground somewhere. Where? I have no idea. Man City fans went through similar issues when they left Maine Road, even though a lot of their fans didn't want to move. Although their dynamic was a bit different as they had a purpose built ground to move into which had been built for the Commonwealth Games. I sincerely hope we stay at St. James but once the results of the feasibility studies are in, all I'm saying is I think theres an outside chance, however small, that they might decide to go for a new ground. Food for thought, that's all. I do hope I'm wrong. Fingers crossed to stay at St. James!!

[@TynesideLife]

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[@kevinpipe8168]

for me personally and ive always said this the only way forward is a new stadium. cost wise nothing eles makes sense

[@festihead]

I foresee a 100k seater new stadium on the town moor/leazes etc. in the next 10 years! very maine road esque! if they built it we'd fill it and some! the city centres just not feasible any more!

[@Tom_murray89]

Freddy shepherd was planning to expand St James’s Park to 60.000 just before Ashley took over

[@TynesideLife]

I mention this in the video and explain what happened 👍🏻

[@Tom_murray89]

@@TynesideLife ah ok

[@da90sReAlvloc]

Very interesting. Good video Eddie 👍

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers James 👊🏻

[@sicks6six]

i remember when leezes tce was the best seat in the ground when it was the popular end, the top floor windows would have people watching the match, the very end window always had a B&W scarf hanging out of it,

[@TynesideLife]

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[@mickharrison9004]

Absolutely stunning and so knowledgeable presentation mate ,I'm not a toon fan but I'm old school blackpool fc fan ,who years ago lived about at south shields with ex girlfriend for 10 yrs ,she had two sons season ticket holders with the toon ,so I've been in the thick of it and hoping for best ,with your great old club 🤝

[@TynesideLife]

Appreciated Mick 🙏👊🏻

[@mickharrison9004]

@@TynesideLife nice one mate have a great weekend to come 🤝

[@jamesmcmanus7398]

Great video thanks

[@TynesideLife]

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[@joinmeonthedarkside2]

Really happy the owners want to stay where we are. If they do do what they're looking to do it will be near 70k

[@TynesideLife]

You’ll need to add some detail as to how they’ll get to 70k bud 🤷🏻‍♂️😃

[@joinmeonthedarkside2]

@TynesideLife claims are 65k ? An increase of 13k .. originally it was 36k to the now 52k. If we increase the gallowgate and east stand similar by roughly 16k , 52+16 would be 68k . As I say near 70k .

[@peterr11]

Great video Eddie, very interesting as always. IMO I really cant see LT being moved. As you mention the cost would be huge and i cant see why anyone external to the club would invest that level of money for no financial benefit or payback once completed. Can see the club going down the route of a spurs stadium rebuild before potentially helping to put hundreds of millions towards a LT move.

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers Peter. Remember Spurs played elsewhere for two seasons whilst their stadium was being rebuilt. We don’t have that option, trust me, I’ve exhausted every possibility

[@peterr11]

Agree Eddie no where to go. Road blocks at every turn with any development. The feasibility study will be very interesting to read once completed that's for sure.

[@daveyeddie8176]

Eddie, a very interesting piece, but I personally cannot see that, the logistics are crazy. I've wrote a piece on other websites regarding SJP, our love for it is unquestioned, but I can't see why we cannot go back to the vision of Sir John Hall, and build a new stadium on Leazes park, "Leazes moor" the site is big enough and the stadium could be a big upgrade on Sir John's vision, it could be a world beater, and that then could release revenue for the club, money surely is no issue, and Leazes park alone is 43 acres, that could be redeveloped, just my opinion but we would sail through planning this time, in essence, the SJP ground refurb is a bit of a nightmare, and a new stadium literally just a few hundred yard behind it would be magnificent, you could use SJP for any number of things, of course it could come down for redevelopment, but the options are endless, training facility, hotel, centre of excellence, endless possibilities. You could build an 80,000 seater for the new stadium, there is enough room for sure. 😉

[@TynesideLife]

There’s one major reason why this idea won’t happen Davey and it’s not because of space etc. There’s a huge drive for protecting our open spaces and the environment. The project idea was blocked then because of mass protests and objections and it’s likely the same would happen again

[@daveyeddie8176]

@@TynesideLife They, the powers that be regarding NUFC have had two years to look in to the expansion of SJP, and if the moving of Leazes terrace is the best they can come up with i just find that unbelievable, it's mind boggling, but not in a good way. As you say, they say, green areas need to be protected, ok but look at this statistic. The Town Moor is an area of common land in Newcastle upon Tyne. It covers an area of around 1,000 acres (400 ha), making it larger than Hyde Park and Hampstead Heath combined. We have masses of green area in the city. Can you imagine that gleaming new state of the art stadium as good as the Atlanta arena on our own door step, the Leazes park regenerated, which it needs desperately, during covid i spent many an afternoon up there, it's really run down in many parts, it could be fantastic with the right input, and we have that option with the Saudis and Reubens. This is just my take Eddie, I'm not challenging your opinion HWTL.

[@timrowley2963]

Another great informative video Eddie 👏🏻

[@TynesideLife]

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[@deanharding740]

Thanks for the video Eddie 👌🏻 Newcastle have professional developers on the board and access to world-class architects who could plan something really amazing for NUFC and the community and the city - let’s hope the city planners seize the opportunity in front of them to do something really special and leave a tremendous legacy which would have far reaching commercial benefits, not just for the club, but for the people who will be involved in the construction and the local shops, restaurants and hotels, all of whom will benefit from additional visitor revenue.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@Flukey_1970]

Really interesting mate thats quite a monumental task though but obviously can be done, firstly having a modern internal building will obviously tick the boxes for the environment etc but also having a bigger stadium would not only benefit NUFC but might draw gigs away from that other stadium over the water so all good for the city. As for the Euros can't wait if I remember correctly was it 1994 we hosted the Euros and England played in St James? I remember being gutted I couldn't go so will rectify that this time god willing!

[@davidwright-t6v]

If the pif are not involved with moving the listed buildings, where is the money going to come from don’t think that would happen. If they can’t extend the east stand they should knock it down and put a more Morden stand up. Would love the capacity up to about 70,000 but spend massive amounts of money for an extra 8,000 seats is it worth it. Great vid.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@pauldodds8920]

I think we should be looking at complete stadium rebuild on the same site - just like Spurs. Repurpose the available space more strategically to allow the expansion. Certainly this is a massive challenge too and where do we play while this happens? No option is straightforward

[@Wheyayemanchannel]

Totally agree 👌 no way will they spend billions as Eddie is saying. It wouldn’t make sense. Good video though.

[@frankdux5693]

Stadium of light is the obvious answer. This would wind the mackems right up. Us selling thier ground out. UCL nights at the stadium of light. The locals sitting at home hearing our fans from thier stadium. Them turning up at a match day and finding Newcastle scarfs etc lying around.😂

[@charliemckeever3192]

Spot on video eddy lets hope it's all sorted soon rather than later 🤞🤞 it's a pity they carnt extend all of that corner of the stadium 🤔

[@TynesideLife]

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[@100_Noogs]

Great video Eddie as usual. However 62-65 thousand is nowhere near enough! I suggest moving lock stock and barrel and build an 85 thousand seater stadium elsewhere.

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers bud I know the owners are motivated to optimising capacity rather than maximising capacity. Two different business models in which the latter isn’t the best

[@100_Noogs]

@@TynesideLife your right Eddie I’m speaking from an emotional point of view as opposed to a business perspective. I personally can’t fault the current owners as they engage with the fan base and look like they genuinely care. Keep up the great work Eddie 👍🏻

[@shaunieo666]

Top work as usual mate 👍

[@TynesideLife]

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[@stoptillyoudrop]

Would it not be easier to move St James park ?

[@TynesideLife]

In what way?

[@stoptillyoudrop]

build a new stadium

[@RushfanUK]

There have been plenty of buildings taken down and moved, the main aspect of this would be timescale but if it did happen it would open up the possibility of a stadium with a capacity of anything up to 80,000, it would cost £millions not £billions.

[@TynesideLife]

I bet you can’t name one Grade 1 listed building that’s been moved 😃

[@RushfanUK]

@@TynesideLife I'm not talking about G1 but about the simple engineering challenge of moving buildings.

[@DesertTOON]

If they can move the London bridge, then they can move the building a few hundred yards.

[@norvichindmarsh6772]

I did suggest this to the club early in the time following the take over by getting the expertise from Beamish Museum who have years of experience of moving not just buildings but whole streets from one site to another reconstructing them to the exact standard they where b4 moving them.

[@TynesideLife]

Those are Grade 2 listed buildings mate and not on the scale, or complexity of potentially moving Leazes Tce

[@norvichindmarsh6772]

@@TynesideLife I tend to think Eddie that our Saudi owners will not be thinking of scale or complexity but rather can it be done and in my humble opinion that answer is YES. We will just have to wait and see.

[@TynesideLife]

@@norvichindmarsh6772 the important thing to remember is that it’s not up to our Saudi owners

[@robturnbull29]

Thanks Eddie

[@THEPete_]

Be surprised if they havent looked at rebuilding the east stand in its entirety - and have it sink and raise into the ground on a match day. Similar to Real Madrid and their collapsible pitch

[@davidstanton4716]

Britain's sewer systems wouldn't allow something so extra though. Just build up and over, sod lighting for houses lol

[@InterYamah]

Metro lines under the stadium is a problem aswell

[@johnamos7070]

Absolutely spot on it’s exactly my thoughts when I heard of the expansion, if they can put a roof on Wimbledon closing roof at the Watch stadium, surely there are people who can design a stand that rises and lowers. It would cost a lot less than moving buildings.

[@johnamos7070]

Welsh

[@kenloughran355]

Cracking video Eddie mate

[@johandevil1834]

What's the thoughts on rebuilding a stadium something like that spurs have would the fans be up for it ? It's very hard to work with what we have so it might be the best option to knock and rebuild to bring is into the future.

[@TynesideLife]

There’d be nowhere to play for two years during a crucial time in the clubs evolution

[@bethanygriffiths5787]

Has the Barker and Stonehouse building just around the corner from St James been bought as rumour has it??

[@TynesideLife]

Just gossip I think but that building doesn’t cause any issues anyway

[@chrisburton4128]

This is a smart plan, it wouldn't cost billions either but would be expensive obvs. All the tenants and building owner should be well up for this considering they will get a brand new property

[@TynesideLife]

That’s not the only problem and solution Chris

[@chrisburton4128]

I get that but it's a good starting point. Great research BTW@@TynesideLife

[@deanstephenson9422]

Great video Eddie. I love the Toon but do not want the Leazes terrace/ listed buildings damaged or destroyed. If they are to be moved then it must be done ‘brick for brick’. The listed buildings are just as much the fabric of our city as the Club.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@kevgeordie1]

Nice one Eddie…💪👍👊 toon toon!

[@TynesideLife]

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[@Paulb2386]

Instead of moving listed buildings surly it would be easier to move the listed leazes park and rebuild a new energy efficient,state of the art stadium then develop the area around it.

[@TynesideLife]

Neither option is likely to happen Paul 👍🏻

[@grahamtctravels8380]

If all this work & cost brings capacity to max 65k. Don’t see the point as that wouldn’t touch the sides, we’d still be about at least 10k short of demand. I still believe ultimately we’ll end up with a World Class new stadium with a 75 - 80k capacity. Chairman wants to be No1, he’ll also want No1 world class stadium talked about all over the world. Could be built & wouldn’t have issue looking for somewhere while it’s done, could get it done by 2030

[@TynesideLife]

There’s a huge difference between maximising capacity and optimising capacity. I know there’s a drive to optimise capacity by the owners as it’s a far more efficient business model 👍🏻

[@grahamtctravels8380]

@@TynesideLife Maybe, however the next move is to satisfy generations. At the moment SJP just about a closed shop. If you want to create future generations of fans & local players you need to allow them in. Then if you want to increase fans from all over the world - which is on the owners to do list (although like ticketing making a dogs diner of it) then 1 city club, thriving to be the best needs a stadium of 70k. Unfortunately if fans vote - we have a I am alright jack attitude and don't see beyond that. Long term that attitude could hinder us, let's hope we have visionaries within and see the possibilities

[@andycowx9617]

Excellent video Eddy. I did get a bit turned around when you said that the PIF would only recover a fraction of their investment if they were to fund billions into moving the buildings. That said, who is proposing the move and how will they get their money back?

[@TynesideLife]

Hi Andy, these is discussed in the video 👍🏻

[@andycowx9617]

@@TynesideLife watched it again and still no clearer. Who is going to pay to move the buildings and what would be their motive?

[@TynesideLife]

@@andycowx9617 The motive is to expand the East Stand of the stadium which is the core subject of the video. you asked who was proposing the move and that is discussed very clearly in the video. As to who would pay, as discussed in the video, that would be the Saudi PIF (if it were ever agreed) and that was articulated very clearly too bud.

[@toonarmysteve5068]

I know building a new stadium in Leazes Park met with protests before but this is a new era. A new stadium there and extending the park into the space occupied by the current stadium would keep the current city centre location and be much cheaper.

[@TynesideLife]

Definitely won’t happen Steve for several reasons

[@RazagalArtanis]

I don't think it would be as expensive as you think. Beamish is chock full of listed buildings that had every brick numbered insitu, taken apart bricks by brick and then re constructed within the Museum. If they do it in connection with Beamish, as a charity I'm sure the PIF could get some education/kick backs.

[@TynesideLife]

A new stadium build costs around £2bn these days. Beamish buildings are Grade 2 and tiny compared to Leazes Tce. Plus, cost isn’t the only issue as discussed in the video

[@Glencoe-r3v]

Really good point ,that is👍

[@RazagalArtanis]

@TynesideLife aye total cost is ridiculous, bit actually moving the building isn't. Beamish moved the outside and internals for some complex buildings (Barclays bank and Masonic Lodge) so just moving a single layer is going to be alot easier (in comparison - not easier than demolishing it). I think the longest stretch in Beamish is 52yrds (but have front, back, sides and internals) vs 160yrds for Leazes. Great video as always though, please don't take my comments as disrespectful. I wouldn't even be able to think about this subject without your hardwork and knowledge being presented.!

[@TynesideLife]

@@RazagalArtanis great info mate 👍🏻👊🏻

[@davee3897]

As much as the supporters want to stay at SJP, the cost such a project would be astronomical and as such if the club could get the land around the arena a larger modern stadium could be built at a fraction of the cost with the club retaining a city centre location.

[@TynesideLife]

That land will be long gone by 2028 Dave. Pause we shouldn’t forget that our owners have pledged to stay put 👍🏻

[@FatherJack-73]

I can't see them moving the whole street, and as much as i want us to stay at SJP surely we have to consider building a brand new stadium

[@TynesideLife]

Where would we play for two years?

[@andrewrtbaron69]

I've never been inside Leazes Terrace. I assume this would be a win win for everyone given less noise and a nice new inside for the residents. It cant be very private as it is now.

[@michaelb2228]

Adding my tuppence worth on this issue. My guess is the extensions will be a piecemeal process. The Gallowgate end being done first as a rolling development towards Leases Terrace - this achievable by the Euro’s in 2028. The East stand is more problematic, not least due to planning issues as you state, but on development my guess is this would be lower than the 3 others and give St. James an almost amphitheatre air. Because of seat allocation the this Season end could see the commencement of works beginning?

[@vordman]

That sounds a ridiculously complex project. Might as well move the ground! After all, it's just steel bolted together. But moving a listed building brick by brick? What about the interiors?

[@TynesideLife]

It seems apparent that you haven’t watched the video pal…

[@ethanh8033]

Hope if they extend the Gallowgate it's not a carbon copy of the Leazes end as it would kill a lot of the atmosphere. Things like roof design and how the sound echoes must be considered.

[@ir0nMonKie]

If this could become a possibility, could the building be converted into a hotel, to help counter the cost of the project?

[@TynesideLife]

Yes. I’ve discussed this in a recent video. Check out my playlist on stadium development 👍🏻

[@andrewchapman2738]

What would they do with all the people who live there?

[@TynesideLife]

There’s not many, only a dozen or so permanent residents. I think the proposal would include an offer to buy them out

[@AW_77]

Why can't they develop the corner of the west stand and gallowgate, instead of always focusing on the east stand and the grade 1 listed buildings? That looks easier to me and would increase the capacity considerably.

[@TynesideLife]

They will be mate 👍🏻

[@stephenvarty191]

I think Hunters Moor/Nuns Moor would be a perfect location for a new 75000 seater stadium!

[@TynesideLife]

It won’t happen for the same reasons it didn’t happen in 97’ Stephen

[@stephenvarty191]

I thought that time it was all about Leazes Park/Town Moor Eddie but you are probably right! Maybe it should go to a city wide referendum and the majority vote wins the day!@@TynesideLife

[@SirAmnesia]

solid inside info, good vid and good job

[@shearer63]

Mate- You are a legend. You should work for Sky or BBC , actually they are not good enough for your content quality and professionalism. Start your own TV news channel mate. I love your content so much, I live in London but im coming up for the palace game so will say hi after

[@TynesideLife]

Haha! Cheers. Even if they offered I’d say no 👊🏻 I have started my own news channel. It’s called Tyneside Life 😃

[@shearer63]

Ha ha love it buddy. Hope you are well and enjoy your day

[@TheWacoKid1963]

Leaving the facade doesn't always work, when the built the wilkinson store, the original Farnons facade was meant to be Wilkinson's facade, BUT it fell down EDIT: I'm sure this also happened to a facade at the bottom of Grainger St, I believe it was a former bank maybe TSB

[@TynesideLife]

What do you mean by leaving the facade?

[@TheWacoKid1963]

@@TynesideLife Frontage, the principal front of a building, that faces on to a street or open space

[@TynesideLife]

@@TheWacoKid1963 that’s another word for it 👍🏻

[@TheWacoKid1963]

@@TynesideLife I was beginning to think I'd spelt it wrang lol

[@stephenvarty191]

I would love to know how much that would cost!

[@clivehoward8861]

Another mature sensible report about something none of us in 2023 can be certain of.

[@TynesideLife]

The video is about a proposal to move Leazes Tce that’s happening right now. That’s definitely newsworthy 👊🏻

[@clivehoward8861]

@@TynesideLife I agree. It shows there is lots to discuss, decide and pay for. Fingers crossed for a speedy conclusion.

[@peterwalton6680]

Would be much cheaper to buy st James metro and end that line then build up the gallowgate end and have that road run underneath

[@TynesideLife]

They’ll do that anyway without buying the Metro to end the line bud

[@andrewbarnes3554]

It’s not happening sadly because of cost. I remember you saying we have a small slice on sports and entertainment so you would think they couldn’t justify it. My guess the glass theory is the best value for money and that’s if it’s allowed. Great update Eddie cheers

[@hazbohogg2234]

Good video keep up the hard work mate

[@johnwignall5413]

So let's get this right? Good old Marion, didn't want a new stadium in Leazes Park, but she's more than happy to get effectively a block of flats built there, all be it pretty flats? The word hypocrisy does spring to mind, and I bet good old Marion either won't be paying a penny of the cost, but pocketing the difference in the uplift in value of her flat due to it now being in a lovely green park, and not slap bang next to a football ground? The fact she is part of the planning committee and has a vested interest in this proposal should have excluded her from ANY proposal do to the staggering conflict of interest. However Marion would have a slightly longer walk to her seat should the terrace get moved, so her sacrifice is indeed burdensome!

[@TynesideLife]

👍🏻

[@DavidBrown-jk4fy]

I have seen listed buildings brought inside of development's built over and utilised as administrative services, etc, retaining the integrity of the building

[@TynesideLife]

You’ll have never seen a Grade 1 listed building falling into this category you describe and now I’m going to ask you to provide an example of a grade 2 or 3 listed building that’s been incorporated into another building. In regards Leazes Tce, you’ll see that half of its length is offset from the stadium footprint.

[@DavidBrown-jk4fy]

Apologies for my ignorance around uk listed buildings. I have seen this done in Australia and the USA .My point was that there is possibly other options to moving the building

[@TynesideLife]

@@DavidBrown-jk4fy ahh thank you for acknowledging that. I’m negligibly certain that nothing will happen to Leazes Tce other than the possibility of it being bought and repurposed

[@lofgren29]

11:04 fascinating stuff. The range of comments here are interesting and thought provoking too.

[@TynesideLife]

👍🏻👊🏻

[@joppadoni]

Are Leazes Trce not student only accomodation any more then? Were they ever only? 🤔 I always wondered why the hell they needed sun light in the first bloody place. 🤣 I'm only slightly joking.

[@TynesideLife]

Most of Leazes Tce is currently student halls of residence with a few permanent residents at the back, facing the park. All residential buildings have a right in law to have access to natural light if they’ve been there for 20 years or more. There’s never been a Grade 1 listed building moved that I’m aware of. Newcastle’s St Nicholas Cathedral is also Grade 1. Imaging proposing to move it to make way for an Aldi superstore that would be of huge economic benefit to the city. It would never happen and the chances of moving Leazes Tce is almost nil too.

[@norvichindmarsh6772]

The East stand could be taken down and redesigned by Sir Norman Foster in glass.Again put forward to the club .

[@TynesideLife]

It would still be built with concrete and steel according to the engineering experts I speak to. Even with glass facades, the expansion would be minimal anyway