Paul Lancaster

"Software Centre is the hi-tech, cutting edge home of Sunderland Software City, providing permanent office space, events & co-working for the North East IT/software/tech startup scene."

"The Lit & Phil was founded in 1793 as a place for the people of the North East to meet, talk & learn. Members were leading thinkers of their day incling Robert Stephenson, Lord Armstrong & Joseph Swan"

"Get 20% off food every time you check-in at Shark Club. Simply show your check-in status on your phone to the waitress/waiter when ordering your food."

"Great coffee & food, decor & free wi-fi too."

"Felling Metro is just 3 stops away (approx 5 mins) from Newcastle Central Station. The Design Works business centre (home to Shell LiveWIRE) is also just a short walk away."

"If you're aged 16-30, based in the UK & starting a new business (or in the first 12 months of trading) you can win £1,000 cash funding at http://www.shell-livewire.org/awards"