New retailers including Currys, PC World, Dunelm Mill and M&S Simply Food, are signing up to the redevelopment of the Manor Walks Retail Park, situated nine miles from Newcastle.

James Rowbotham, development manager for Hammerson, commented: "There is a significant gap in major retail brands in Cramlington which our redevelopment of both the shopping centre and retail park at Manor Walks has been able to address. There is strong consumer demand and by widening the town's retail offer we are confident of capturing growing retail spend."

Dunelm Mill Chief Executive, Nick Wharton said: "We are always excited about the opening of a new store.  It takes a lot of hard work, investment and commitment getting a new store up and running and we are delighted to bring our extensive range of homewares items to Cramlington for the very first time. We are confident that the Manor Walks Retail Park will play a valuable part in the continued success of the company."