Bijoux was located at 36 Mosley Street in Newcastle upon Tyne, near the city centre and Eldon Square. It was formerly a popular pre-bar and nightlife spot. Note that as of early 2024, this venue was undergoing a transformation into a new venue called "Motel Mexicana".
The former Bijoux nightclub at Mosley Street, Newcastle is currently undergoing a 'massive transformation' to turn it into Motel Mexicana, which when completed will offer four floors of entertainment, food and drink, as well as somewhere to stay.
Geordie Shore Filming Series 18 In Bijoux Newcastle
Where does everyone go out in Newcastle?
Dive into the fray starting at the Diamond Strip – a glitzy playground where Geordie Shore's glitterati mingle with trendsetting locals. For those with more refined tastes, take a leisurely stroll along the iconic quayside, indulging in the enchantment of Newcastle's upscale pubs and clubs.
The term bijou comes from the French and is the translation for jewel, preciousness or piece of jewellery. This already says a lot about bijous, they basically summarize all pieces of jewellery that are not in the extremely expensive segment with the most exclusive jewellery collections.
You won't get turned away if you're wearing jeans or cargos, though joggers and shorts are much riskier territory, especially for lads. During my Freshers' Week, I saw more corset tops paired with low-rise jeans than anything else. Shoulder bags are super convenient.
People from Newcastle are called Geordies due to several theories, mainly linked to the name "George," stemming from support for King George during the 18th-century Jacobite rebellions or from the local use of George Stephenson's "Geordie" safety lamps in coal mines, eventually becoming a term for the miners themselves and then all Newcastle natives.
The word jewellery itself is derived from the word jewel, which was anglicised from the Old French "jouel", and beyond that, to the Latin word "jocale", meaning plaything. In British English, Indian English, New Zealand English, Hiberno-English, Australian English, and South African English it is spelled jewellery.
When it comes to Newcastle's poshest postcodes, Gosforth and Jesmond are battling it out for the crown, each with its own distinct vibe. Gosforth, just north of the city centre, is all about those gorgeous tree-lined streets with impressive Victorian and Edwardian houses, alongside some seriously swanky new builds.
Rough areas in Newcastle often cited for higher crime/deprivation include Byker, Elswick, Walker, and parts of Cowgate, known for antisocial behavior, poverty, and drug issues, though residents note these areas vary and general city precautions apply, with central areas having higher overall crime but quieter nights elsewhere. Areas like Jesmond and Heaton are generally considered safer, student-friendly, and popular.
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, a Geordie is 'A native or inhabitant of Tyneside or a neighbouring region of north-east England', or 'The dialect or accent of people from Tyneside, esp. Newcastle-upon-Tyne, or (more generally) neighbouring regions of north-east England.
Grey Street is the beating heart of Newcastle, a remarkable street that runs from the towering Grey's Monument down towards Mosley Street lined with grand Georgian buildings and buzzing with life.
