A decision is expected to be made next week about whether the North-East can hold on to its latest landmark.
The giant Ferris wheel, dubbed the Gateshead Eye, on the South Quayside, only has planning permission until September 30.
But Gateshead Council is in talks with the owners and its planning department to extend the necessary licences until the New Year so visitors can catch a bird's eye view of Tyneside during winter.
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