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Gateshead County Court and Family Court
Address, contact details and practical information for Gateshead County Court and Family Court in Gateshead.
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Address and contact details
National Contact Centre for Civil & Family Court - Monday to Friday 8:30am -5pm
DX: 742120 Gateshead 6
Email contacts
Location map
Check the entrance and address against your appointment or hearing notice. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Open a larger mapWhat to expect at Gateshead County Court and Family Court
For an in-person hearing at Gateshead County Court and Family Court, start with the address and time on your hearing notice. Plan the journey to NE8 1DT and allow extra time for the security checks at the entrance.
Family hearings can involve sensitive personal information. The judge decides who may attend, and different rules can apply to different hearings. Check arrangements for a supporter, children or a separate waiting area with the court in advance.
Before you leave home
Bring your hearing notice, case reference and the documents you have been asked to provide. Keep important papers organised so you can find them during the hearing. Check the court’s security rules before packing food, drinks or other items, and put your phone on silent before entering a hearing room.
The court lists disabled toilet, disabled access among its facilities. The descriptions below explain what is available. If you need an adjustment, contact the court beforehand so staff can discuss the arrangements for your visit.
When you arrive
Follow the signs to security, then find reception or an usher. Give your case reference if asked and check the courtroom or waiting area. If you do not understand a practical instruction, ask staff to explain it. Tell the usher if you need a break, assistance or cannot hear what is being said.
Can someone come with me?
Check before bringing a supporter or child. Public access and permission for supporters depend on the type of hearing and any order made by the judge. A person accompanying you is not automatically allowed to speak for you.
What if I am late or cannot attend?
Contact the court using the number for your type of case and tell your legal representative as soon as possible. Explain the problem and follow the court’s instructions. Do not assume that sending a message changes the hearing date.
Is my hearing definitely in this building?
Use the venue on your current hearing notice. Buildings can handle different types of work, and a listing on this directory does not confirm where an individual case will be heard. Telephone and video hearings have separate joining instructions.
General preparation guidance; the court’s instructions for your hearing take priority. Read the attending-court guide and official sources.
Opening times
10am to 2pm (cashless office in operation)
Building and counter opening times may differ from your hearing time. Follow the time and venue on your hearing notice.
Getting to Gateshead County Court and Family Court
Use the postcode NE8 1DT to plan your journey, then check the building name and entrance against your court letter.
Directions open in Google Maps. Check live services, parking charges and accessibility with the transport operator. Allow time for court security.
Facilities and accessibility
Accessible toilets
Assistance dogs are welcome.
Disabled access facilities.
Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement)
Private interview rooms are available at this court.
There are no public parking facilities at this site. Disabled parking is available upon request however. Please see below for alternatives: Public Transport - Gateshead bus Interchange is a large enclosed bus station within Gateshead town centre with bus links to various areas outside of Gateshead. The local metro station, Gateshead Metro, is also located here. Both which are a 7 minute walk to the court. Local parking which includes disabled parking - Regent Court Car Park Charles St Open 24 hours · 0191 433 3636 Civic Centre Car Park Arthur St Open 24 hours · 0191 433 3636 Sunderland Road (Tynegate) Car Park Sunderland Rd 0191 433 3636
Lanyards available on request.
Contact the court before your visit if you need an adjustment, interpretation or other support. A listed facility does not confirm it is available for your particular hearing.
Areas of law handled
Use your hearing notice to confirm which court is dealing with your case.
Solicitor offices nearby
Solicitor office
BEN HOARE BELL LLP
Gateshead · NE8 1LU · 0.2 miles away
Discrimination/civil liberties/human rights · Criminal · Personal Injury · Children · Family / Matrimonial · Litigation - Other · Mental Health
Solicitor office
MULCAHY SMITH LIMITED
GATESHEAD · NE8 1LU · 0.2 miles away
Employment · Property - Residential · Probate and Estate Administration · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Landlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic) · Property - Commercial
Solicitor office
TAIT FARRIER GRAHAM LLP
GATESHEAD · NE8 1LU · 0.2 miles away
Children · Criminal · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Family / Matrimonial · Property - Residential
Solicitor office
LAMBERT TAYLOR & GREGORY SOLICITORS
GATESHEAD · NE8 1EB · 0.2 miles away
Criminal · Family / Matrimonial · Property - Commercial · Property - Residential · Children · Probate and Estate Administration
Legal-aid providers nearby
Legal-aid provider
Collingwood Immigration Services LLP
Gateshead · NE8 3HU · 0.1 miles away
Immigration
Legal-aid provider
Djms Solicitors LTD
Gateshead · NE8 1LU · 0.2 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings
Legal-aid provider
Tait Farrier Graham LLP
Gateshead · NE8 1LU · 0.2 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings · Family
Legal-aid provider
Lambert Taylor And Gregory
Gateshead · NE8 1EB · 0.2 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings · Family
Legal-aid provider
Meikles Solicitors LLP
Gateshead · NE8 1EB · 0.2 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings · Family
Distances are straight-line distances from the listed court coordinates, within 30 km. Listings are not recommendations. Ask each provider about your case, funding and availability.