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==History== |
==History== |
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The shopping centre opened in 1974.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Cordner|first=Chris|date=2019-09-23|title=15 scenes which show the changing face of The Galleries. Bring back memories?|url=https://www.sunderlandecho.com/heritage-and-retro/retro/15-scenes-which-show-the-changing-face-of-the-galleries-635809|access-date=2022-02-20|website=Sunderland Echo|language=en}}</ref> |
The Galleries shopping centre opened in 1974. Originally the area where Costa coffee is was all open plan without a roof.. this to be added years later. The Galleries boasts the UKs first ever flagship “Savacentre” store, now Sainsbury’s.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Cordner|first=Chris|date=2019-09-23|title=15 scenes which show the changing face of The Galleries. Bring back memories?|url=https://www.sunderlandecho.com/heritage-and-retro/retro/15-scenes-which-show-the-changing-face-of-the-galleries-635809|access-date=2022-02-20|website=Sunderland Echo|language=en}}</ref> |
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Since 2009, work at the centre has included erecting new entrances and improving the atrium.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Green Travel Plan - The Galleries Shopping Centre|url=https://www.gallerieswashington.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/GreenTravel.pdf |
Since 2009, work at the centre has included erecting new entrances and improving the atrium.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Green Travel Plan - The Galleries Shopping Centre|url=https://www.gallerieswashington.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/GreenTravel.pdf|access-date=July 31, 2021}}</ref> |
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On 8 July 2016, a [[Changing Places (campaign)|Changing Places]] accessible toilet was opened at the centre.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2016-07-11|title=New Changing Places for Washington Galleries|url=https://www.independentliving.co.uk/changingplaces/new-changing-places-for-washington-galleries/|access-date=2022-02-20|website=Independent Living|language=en-GB}}</ref> |
On 8 July 2016, a [[Changing Places (campaign)|Changing Places]] accessible toilet was opened at the centre.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2016-07-11|title=New Changing Places for Washington Galleries|url=https://www.independentliving.co.uk/changingplaces/new-changing-places-for-washington-galleries/|access-date=2022-02-20|website=Independent Living|language=en-GB}}</ref> |
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In May 2021, 8 electric vehicle charging points were installed near the [[McDonald's]] & [[JD Sports]] car park entrances.<ref>{{Cite web|title=More vehicle charging points for customers to use at the Galleries in Washington|url=https://www.sunderlandecho.com/news/environment/more-vehicle-charging-points-for-customers-at-the-galleries-in-washington-3221405|access-date=2021-07-31|website=www.sunderlandecho.com|language=en}}</ref> |
In May 2021, 8 electric vehicle charging points were installed near the [[McDonald's]] & [[JD Sports]] car park entrances.<ref>{{Cite web|title=More vehicle charging points for customers to use at the Galleries in Washington|url=https://www.sunderlandecho.com/news/environment/more-vehicle-charging-points-for-customers-at-the-galleries-in-washington-3221405|access-date=2021-07-31|website=www.sunderlandecho.com|language=en}}</ref> |
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In January 2022 the centre was purchased from M&G Real Estate by LCP.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Ford|first=Coreena|date=2022-01-27|title=North East shopping centre snapped up as part of £138m deal|url=https://www.business-live.co.uk/commercial-property/north-east-shopping-centre-snapped-22891832|access-date=2022-02-20|website=Business Live|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=LCP acquires Cwmbran Centre and |
In January 2022 the centre was purchased from M&G Real Estate by LCP.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Ford|first=Coreena|date=2022-01-27|title=North East shopping centre snapped up as part of £138m deal|url=https://www.business-live.co.uk/commercial-property/north-east-shopping-centre-snapped-22891832|access-date=2022-02-20|website=Business Live|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=LCP acquires Cwmbran Centre and Washington's Galleries in £138 million deal |url=https://www.retaildestination.co.uk/lcp-acquires-cwmbran-centre-and-washingtons-galleries-in-138-million-deal/ |access-date=2022-04-18 |website=Retail Destination |language=en-GB}}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Latest revision as of 06:54, 27 September 2023
 Galleries Shopping Centre pictured in 2006 | |
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| Location | Washington, Tyne and Wear, England |
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| Coordinates | 54°54′02″N 1°31′58″W / 54.90053°N 1.53288°W |
| Opening date | July 1974 [1] |
| Owner | LCP |
| Website | gallerieswashington |
Galleries Shopping Centre is a shopping centre located in Washington, City of Sunderland.
Shops[edit]
The shopping centre comprises over 200 retail units, including 16 units in the adjacent retail park, with Sainsbury's & Asda as anchor tenants. The shopping centre offers over 2500 free parking spaces and has an on-site bus station, with the adjacent retail park offering over 600 parking spaces.[citation needed]
History[edit]
The Galleries shopping centre opened in 1974. Originally the area where Costa coffee is was all open plan without a roof.. this to be added years later. The Galleries boasts the UKs first ever flagship “Savacentre” store, now Sainsbury’s.[2]
Since 2009, work at the centre has included erecting new entrances and improving the atrium.[3]
On 8 July 2016, a Changing Places accessible toilet was opened at the centre.[4]
In May 2021, 8 electric vehicle charging points were installed near the McDonald's & JD Sports car park entrances.[5]
In January 2022 the centre was purchased from M&G Real Estate by LCP.[6][7]
References[edit]
- ^ Morton, David (23 July 2014). "Remember When: The Galleries shopping centre in Washington turns 40". ChronicleLive. Retrieved 30 July 2021.
- ^ Cordner, Chris (23 September 2019). "15 scenes which show the changing face of The Galleries. Bring back memories?". Sunderland Echo. Retrieved 20 February 2022.
- ^ "Green Travel Plan - The Galleries Shopping Centre" (PDF). Retrieved 31 July 2021.
- ^ "New Changing Places for Washington Galleries". Independent Living. 11 July 2016. Retrieved 20 February 2022.
- ^ "More vehicle charging points for customers to use at the Galleries in Washington". www.sunderlandecho.com. Retrieved 31 July 2021.
- ^ Ford, Coreena (27 January 2022). "North East shopping centre snapped up as part of £138m deal". Business Live. Retrieved 20 February 2022.
- ^ "LCP acquires Cwmbran Centre and Washington's Galleries in £138 million deal". Retail Destination. Retrieved 18 April 2022.
