John James Fenwick was born in Richmond, North Yorkshire, in 1846. In 1882 Fenwick bought and renovated a doctor's house for £181 and 4 shillings at 5 Northumberland Street. This would become his first store and the start of his legacy: JJ Fenwick, Mantle Maker and Furrier.
He sold an unparalleled range of mantles, silk goods, dresses, fabrics and trimmings. The store became popular, and soon he expanded his space by purchasing 37, 38 and 40 Northumberland Street.
In 1971 Fenwick Newcastle debuts its first animated Christmas window display. The now-yearly lavish and imaginative Christmas installations have since attracted millions of visitors and are a highlight of the city’s events calendar. The very first theme was Camberwick Green, bringing to life a favourite children’s television show at the time.
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Fenwick's Department Store.
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See my other photos around Northumberland Street:
- Northumberland Street - Fenwicks Christmas Window
- Northumberland Street
- Northumberland Road
- Blackett Street
- Haymarket
- Haymarket - Metro Station Redevelopment
- Haymarket - Shoulder To Shoulder (Lego Men)
- New Bridge St West
- Percy Street
- Pilgrim Street - New HMRC building and associated demolitions
- Pilgrim Street - Bank Of England Demolition and Bank House Construction
- Pilgrim Street
- Ridley Place
- St Mary's Place
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