The Picture House, a historic Team Valley building with origins as a 1930s cinema and welfare facility for manufacturing workers during World War II, now offers new owners or tenants the chance to occupy a unique headquarters steeped in history yet fully refurbished to meet modern business needs.
Combining its distinctive heritage with flexible, high-quality office accommodation, this property, available for sale or lease, presents an exceptional opportunity for organisations seeking a prestigious and inspiring workspace in one of the North East’s most successful commercial locations. Available through JK Property Consultants, The Picture House allows occupiers to align their brand with a building of enduring character and significance.
The building underwent a comprehensive refurbishment in 2006, transforming it into a detached, contemporary office space across two floors, while carefully preserving its architectural heritage.
The self-contained property offers approximately 10,877 sq. ft. (1,010.5 sq. m.) of office space. Features include a grand reception area, open-plan offices, meeting rooms, a functional mezzanine floor and extensive staff facilities such as a kitchen and lavatories.
Set within a 0.99-acre landscaped site, the building provides 61 dedicated parking spaces, supporting ease of access for employees and visitors alike. Available and ready for immediate occupation, the property is competitively priced at £1,500,000 (£137.91 per sq. ft.), or to let at £175,000 p.a. excl., (£16.00 per sq. ft.) plus VAT and benefits from an EPC rating of C, making it an option for both owner-occupiers and investors.
In addition to its historic charm, The Picture House incorporates a range of sustainability features, including extensive natural light and design elements aligned with Net Zero Carbon ambitions. These eco-friendly credentials help reduce ongoing occupation costs while future-proofing the premises.
Located with direct access to the A1 Western Bypass, The Picture House offers excellent connectivity to Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead and the wider North East region. Public transport is equally convenient, with nearby bus services, Gateshead Interchange and the Tyne & Wear Metro providing efficient links to the city centre and beyond.
The surrounding area boasts an array of amenities. Maingate retail and business park to the north offers a variety of office, leisure, hotel and dining options, with established occupiers including Regis, HSBC, Greggs, O’Brien’s and Premier Inn. To the south lies Retail World, a retail park housing M&S Food, Boots, TK Maxx and Decathlon, among others.
Kevan Carrick, co-founder of JK Property Consultants, said: “The Picture House is a truly unique property that marries a rich heritage with modern office demands. Its history as a cinema and welfare facility gives it character that is simply unmatched in today’s commercial market. After its thoughtful refurbishment, it now offers flexible, high-quality space designed to meet the evolving needs of forward-thinking businesses. Whether a company is looking to lease or purchase, this building provides an ideal canvas to create a bespoke headquarters that aligns with brand values and operational requirements.
“With features aimed at helping businesses achieve Net Zero Carbon targets, it’s well placed to support long-term cost savings and corporate responsibility goals. We’re excited to offer this rare opportunity at Team Valley — one of the North East’s premier commercial hubs — where occupiers can benefit from vibrant surroundings, excellent amenities and seamless connectivity.”
For further information contact:
Kevan Carrick m: 07957 188 2824 e: kevan@jkpropertyconsultants.com