Newcastle Civic Centre

Newcastle Civic Centre is a local government building located in the Haymarket area of Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It is the main administrative and ceremonial centre for Newcastle City Council. Designed by the city architect, George Kenyon, the building was completed in 1967 and was formally opened by King Olav V of Norway on 14 November 1968. The building enjoys Grade II* listed building status and is the joint-eighth tallest building in the city, standing at a total of 200 feet (61 m). From Wikipedia