Police say they expect an EDL march and counter demonstration to pass peacefully, despite admitting the Woolwich murder "may have heightened community concerns." A police horse who was punched during the derby day violence will be back on duty.
Northumbria Police say extra police will remain in Newcastle city centre after today's protests.
Police say there were no major problems connected to this afternoon's protests by the English Defence League (EDL) and Newcastle Unites.
Police have also confirmed between 1,500 and 2,000 people took part in the EDL protest and around 350 to 400 in the Newcastle Unites protest.
"I would personally like to thank the local community for their amazing donations of food, toiletries and clothing. "
Owners John and Irene Hays say there is ''light at the end of the tunnel'', after the pandemic forced them to close 650 UK stores.
There has been resistance to calls to dismantle memorials to the explorer.