Plans in place to expand Grainger Street site to include gym, games area and golf simulator
Plans to expand a prominent Newcastle city centre building to create a mixed use development - including serviced accommodation with a gym, games area and golf simulator - look set for approval.
The plans relate to the TJ Hughes building at 86-92 Grainger Street.
Under the development, a two storey roof extension would be completed, enabling the upper floors to be converted.
TJ Hughes on the ground floor and basement would be unaffected.
The expansion would pave the way for 166 units of serviced accommodation, with other facilities including a gym, games area and an atrium and outbuilding at first floor level which could be used as a wellness area for guests.
The wellness centre is set to include treatment rooms and a pool.
According to the plans, all accommodation would have its own bathroom and a small kitchen area as well as a lounge.
The applicant has confirmed that the accommodation would operate the same as a hotel with guests staying for a single night upwards.
The application is set to go before Newcastle City Council's Planning Committee on 13 February 2026.
It has been recommended for approval.
Words: Alice Bird