He joined Northern Premier League Premier Division club Gateshead on loan in December 2005, making his debut in a 0–0 home draw with Radcliffe Borough on 17 December. He made five appearances before returning to Hartlepool in February 2006.
A player from Hartlepool moved to Gateshead on loan in December 2005 and made his first appearance in a 0–0 home match against Radcliffe Borough on 17 December. He played five games before returning to Hartlepool in February 2006.