Busking on Metro
Give us a song! Everything you need to know about busking on Metro
We provide busking spots at the following Metro stations:
- Central Station
- Monument
- Haymarket
- Gateshead
- Heworth
- Jesmond
Busking pitches are divided into two three-hour slots:
- 12.00pm – 3.00pm
- 3.00pm – 6.00pm
Consecutive bookings may be considered, but are not guaranteed.
Busking is not permitted on ‘event’ days, for example, on days when rugby and football home games, or large concerts are taking place.
What you need to know
Anyone over the age of 16 can apply. Requests from anyone under the age of 16 will not be considered. The maximum number of people permitted to busk in a group is two. Both members of the group are required to register.
All prospective buskers are required to complete an Authorised Busker Application below. Applications will be processed within seven working days. Once an application has been approved, we will issue a letter of authority which will display your photograph. The letter of authority will be valid for two years, after this time you will need to reapply.
Once your application has been approved, you can reserve a pitch. Please contact the Customer Relations Team at least 24 hours in advance: Phone 0191 20 20 747 (lines are open Monday-Friday, 9.00am-5.00pm excluding Bank Holidays) or Email customerrelations@nexus.org.uk
You must approach a member of the Customer Service Team at the station to inform them that you have permission to busk and to verify your authorisation. You will then be shown to the designated busking area. Please note the use of amplifiers is not permitted while busking on Metro premises. Metro employees can ask you to stop busking and leave the station at any time. This may be on operational safety grounds or if they believe you may be a nuisance to customers.