Local Stories,
told Swell.
An independent print magazine celebrating the Newcastle region.
Issue 25 - Summer 2025/26
On Sale Now
Spread by Swell Mag.
Thursday 25 September, 5.30pm – 9.00pm
Spread by Swell Mag is our brand new event series: small, intimate gatherings celebrating the people who make the Newcastle region so special. Expect delicious food and drink, live music and meaningful chats. Just an excellent spread, all round!
This September, we’re kicking things off at Thermidor Oyster Bar and Brasserie.
Pre-order Issue 25
Find your sense of wonder with stories that celebrate curiosity, creativity and the magic hiding in plain sight. Issue 25 marks a special milestone – our 25th issue – and an invitation to see the world through fresh eyes. From bold ideas and bright design to heartfelt stories of connection, this issue reminds us that wonder isn’t just for faraway adventures; it’s right here in the details of daily life.
Pre-orders ship late November 2025.
Latest News.
Whether you’ve missed a story or simply dropping by for a glimpse behind the scenes, you’ve come to the right place. Here you’ll find a mixed bag of current articles, tales from the archive, and a few stories that didn’t quite make it to print. Peruse, if you will.
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Shop Mags.
Know someone who was featured in an issue? Looking for extra copies to treat yo’self or a friend? Filling gaps in your bookcase? Here you’ll find back issues packed full of great stories.
