Barker and Stonehouse in Gateshead
2 showrooms · Mid-High (£££)Est. 1946
Barker and Stonehouse is a family-owned furniture retailer founded in 1946, operating 11 showrooms across Northern England and the Midlands. They offer a curated mix of contemporary and classic furniture spanning mid to high price points. Known for their large, styled showrooms that showcase room settings rather than just individual pieces, they carry both own-brand designs and international labels. Their strong regional presence and personalised in-store service set them apart from national chains.
Known for: Curated collections, often unique designs
These lot curate their collections like a gallery owner with a furniture addiction. You'll find pieces here you won't see anywhere else, which is refreshing when every other showroom looks like it ordered from the same catalogue. Slightly industrial edge keeps things interesting.
“Curated cool, never boring, occasionally bold”
All 2 Showrooms
Barker & Stonehouse Gateshead
Metro Park West, Gibside Way
Gateshead, NE11 9XS
Barker & Stonehouse Metro Outlet
Unit 4a, Metro Centre Retail Park
Gateshead, NE11 9XU
What to Expect at Barker and Stonehouse
- Price Range
- Mid-High (£££)
- Trustpilot Rating
- ★ 4.9 / 5(Positive)
- Sofa Styles
- Contemporary, Industrial, Designer
- Style Focus
- Varied style selection
- Customisation
- medium
- Delivery Time
- 6-8 weeks
- Delivery Cost
- Varies by item
- Delivery Type
- White glove delivery, assembly and packaging removal
Finance Options
0% APR: 6mo (£500+), 10mo (£500+), 12mo (£1000+). Classic credit: 24/36/48mo at 9.9% APR (£500+). 10% deposit required. Provider: V12 Retail Finance.
Warranty
2-year guarantee standard on all products. Optional 6-year protection plan upgrade covers everyday wear and accidental damage. Furniture Ombudsman member.
After-sales: Dedicated after-sales team; Furniture Ombudsman registered
Returns Policy
14 days from delivery. Items must be returned; customer responsible for return shipping costs
Sustainability
Medium – some eco-labeled items. Certifications: No recognized certifications widely
Contact Barker and Stonehouse
- Phone
- 0333 010 2352
Sofa Shopping in Gateshead
Gateshead's 8 sofa showrooms are anchored by the mighty Metro Centre — one of Europe's largest shopping complexes and a north-east furniture shopping institution. With 6 brands ranging from budget-friendly to mid-to-high, including Barker & Stonehouse and IKEA, this is where serious sofa shoppers from across the region converge. Add Newcastle's showrooms across the river for the full experience.
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In Gateshead, Barker and Stonehouse is one of 6 sofa brands with showrooms. Benny rates Barker and Stonehouse 4/5. Here's how it compares:
| Brand | Rating | Price | Showrooms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barker and Stonehouse | £££ | 2 | |
| Dunelm | £ | 1 | |
| Furniture Village | £££ | 1 | |
| IKEA | £ | 1 | |
| Oak Furnitureland | ££ | 1 | |
| SCS | £ | 2 |
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