The Quayside’s Sunday Market dates back to 1736, originally stretching from the old Tyne Bridge (near the Swing Bridge), along Sandgate and beyond.
These days it runs from the Swing Bridge towards the Millennium Bridge, without reaching all the way.
In just under 300 years the market has changed immeasurably and here are some photos to document it.

9. 1995
A view of the Quayside Market Newcastle upon Tyne taken in 1995. The photograph shows two women and two children standing in front of a man selling balloon animals. | NL

10. 1900
A view of the Quayside Market Newcastle upon Tyne taken c.1900. The photograph shows crowds on the Quayside. Sailing ships are moored on the Quayside. The High Level Bridge can be seen in the background. | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries

11. 1986
A view of the Quayside Market Newcastle upon Tyne taken in 1986. In the foreground there is a stall selling leather goods. | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries

12. 1995
A view of the Quayside Market Newcastle upon Tyne taken in 1995. The photograph shows a kiosk selling food drinks and candy floss. | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries


