14 Reviewsjump on the metro and head to Tynemouth, there is so much history and scenic views to take in, as well as a abundance of pubs, cafes, restaurants etc. to suit everyone.
Tynemouth is a village located...
44 ReviewsThe Tyne Bridge was designed by Mott, Hay and Anderson who based their design on the Hell Gate Bridge in New York (which was completed in 1916). The bridge was completed on 25 February 1928 and opened...
23 ReviewsThe keep at Newcastle Castle is one the best surviving castle keeps in England. It was a principle strongpoint on high ground above the River Tyne and was built on the order of Henry II between 1168 -...
28 ReviewsI have yet to visit the Baltic but this converted riverside flour mill is a contemporary art gallery.
Open every day from 10.00 to 18.00 it has regularly changing exhibitions and shows. There are café...
14 ReviewsThe Angle of the North makes the entrance to Tyneside and greets all visitors to Gateshead with open arms, especially when you come by road and rail. It is approximately 20m tall and a wing span of...
5 Reviews Segedunum is a great Museum on Roman history in Newcastle and highly recommended if you travel with children. You can explore the house grounds of this fortress from a panarama tower in the museum....
12 ReviewsThe cathedral is named after St Nicholas, the patron saint of sailors and boats. It was originally a parish church, built in 1091, but this was destroyed in a fire in 1216. It was rebuilt in 1359 and...
15 ReviewsWith the kids off school keeping them occupied and active on a very rainy day could be a chore. Pop along to the Hancock museum in Newcastle and problem solved. It's free, it's quirky and it passes a...
14 Reviews For anyone interested in football, a tour of St James’ Park is a great opportunity to go behind the scenes. We did this some years ago and got a real thrill from sitting on the bench, visiting the...
4 ReviewsNewcastle i thought was one great place to shop! possibly the only place i did any shopping to speak of... its cheaper than most places i visited. I went to this place called the `Metrocentre' - huge...
3 ReviewsThe Bessie Surtees House is actually 2 houses built in the 16th & 17th Centuries along the historic Newcastle Quayside which has been used since Roman times. The houses are excellent examples of...
Located on 3 miles from the centre of sunderland, this quiet resort is ideal for those wanting to escape city life for a more laid back pace. Just north of Sunderland City Centre is Seaburn beach that provide a wonderful seaside playground for adults and children alike.The wide stretch of golden sand at Seaburn and its green, traffic-free promenade are used throughout the year as both a place of play and a place of relaxation.The award winning beach and its nearby parks also play host to a number of Sunderland's annual outdoor events, from the thrill of the annual international air- show, to the world music, art and theatre of the Waterfront Weekend.The blue flag beach is ideal for building sand castles with small children, whilst older children will enjoy the rides and games at the funfair located on the front near Morrison’s supermarket.
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The Castle
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Original starting point for Hadrian's Wall.Built by Henry II in 1168-1178 on the site of the 'New Castle', built in 1080 by Robert Curthose the building from which the city takes its name overlies Roman fortification of Pons Aelius. There is a small museum within the keep and the roof offers spectacular views of NewcastleGateshead.
shopping
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MetrocentreWhen it comes to shopping then it dosent get any better or bigger than this. Metrocentre is the largest shopping and entertainment centre in europe. There are 330 shops to choose from that’s 100 more than Manchester’s trafford centre.The complex al houses a 20 lane bowling alley, 11 multi screen cinema and Quasar, a state of the art laser game. When it comes to eating well you have a choice of some 50 restaruants. The location is just three miles from the city centre is reached by via road along A1 (M) to Gateshead. Parking availble for upto 10,000 cars.Arrive by rail on one the 98 trains that stop at the dedecated station. Trains arrive from Newcastle, Durham, Teesside and Sunderland.Shop from 10am - 9pm weekdays, or from 9am - 7pm Saturdays and 11am - 5pm on Sundays.
One too many bridges too Far???
by jetwind
As the city of Newcastle to the north and gatehead to the south of the Tyne river it was important to trade to create a bridge across the river. There are now a total of 21 bridges. Here are selection of the most famous ones TYNE BRIDGE v SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE - WHICH CAME FIRST?*It is a Myth that the Tyne Bridge was the model for the Sydney Harbour Bridge.It is true that the Tyne bridge opened for traffic first in 1928, whilst the Sydney bridge took a further 4 years to complete, however the plans where submitted in Australia some 9 months ahead of the British bridge. Take a walk over the bridge to cross from Newcastle to Gateshead or vice versa, or take picture from the Millennium Bridge. Millennium Bridge* Opened: Monday 17th September 2001. Official opening by Queen Elizabeth II on Tuesday 7th May 2002. The 600 tonne structure is designed to open and close like a giant eye lid...
NO MORE SALT
by jetwind
WHAT TO SEEBALTIC is a major international centre for contemporary art on the south bank of the River Tyne, and is one of the biggest contemporary art spaces in Europe.A former 1950s grain warehouse, the interior has been transformed into a series of stunning art spaces. With a bookshop, bars and cafes, including a roof-top restaurant, BALTIC is a good place to capture the excitement of the area.(My tip is to visit the roof top restaurant or great views of the Tyne)
The Sage
by jetwind
THE SAGE Gateshead is not simplyjust a extraordinary architectural wonder on the Tyne. It is a fantastic experience for everybody and anybody into music, and is open for 14 hours a day 7 days a week.This is a truly interactive experience.
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