An iconic Newcastle building which was once described as one of the finest of its type faced the bulldozer 63 years ago.
This gallery of images, provided by the Newcastle Photo Archive, shows the Royal Arcade which was demolished in 1963, but only after a history which was noteworthy, to say the least.
It first opened in 1832 but suffered a fire in a savings bank, and by 1874 three of its tenants had moved out.
Many of you will remember the building which replaced it which was Swan House and which later became known as 55 Degrees North.
But for now, we want your memories of the Royal Arcade. Share your recollections by emailing [email protected]
5. Reduced to rubble
The aftermath of the demolition work at the end of Pilgrim Street in Newcastle in the 1960s. | Newcastle Photo Archive
6. Arcade recollections
Get in touch if you have memories of the Royal Arcade in Newcastle's past. | Newcastle Photo Archive
7. Once impressive
A once impressive building enters its last days before it disappears from the Tyneside skyline. | Newcastle Photo Archive
8. Making plans for demolition
Plenty of scaffolding in place as the arcade is prepared for the process of bulldozing. | Newcastle Photo Archive