A public lecture will explore the future of city centre retail.

The Northumberland and Newcastle Society (N&N) will host the event, titled "Living, or Dying: the Future of City Centre Retail," on October 23.

The event will feature experts from the fields of retail, planning, heritage, and architecture, who will discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead.

The keynote speakers at the event, held at The Miller Theatre, Royal Grammar School, Eskdale Terrace, Jesmond, are Leo Fenwick, strategic partnerships director at Fenwick Ltd, and Tim Bailey, head of practice at Newcastle-based xsite architecture LLP.

Mr Fenwick will share insights on the changing retail landscape and Fenwick's concepts to capture customer imagination.

Mr Bailey will discuss how the 'historic fabric of the city' can best meet the changing needs of its residents and visitors.

Northumberland and Newcastle Society chairman John Matthews said: "Both Tim and Leo are supremely influential figures when it comes to retail and city centre development.

"Everyone is welcome, so whether you work or have worked retail, whether you are concerned about the future of our towns or cities or if you just love shopping and want to know what may lie ahead for your favourite shops or stores, do be sure to book as places are limited."