River Island – Gateshead – Opening Hours & Store Details River Island is ideally positioned in Metrocentre on Gibside Way, about a 2.69 mile driving distance west of the centre of Gateshead, in Metrocentre (aside Junction 71 (Metrocentre) of A1). The clothing store is situated in a convenient location to serve the people of Whickham, Swalwell, Lobley Hill, Dunston Hill, Arthur’s Hill, Fellside, Elswick and Dunston. This page will provide you with all the information you need on River Island Gateshead, including the hours of opening, street address, telephone number and other info.