Newcastle upon Tyne

Properties and events in Newcastle upon Tyne

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'Churchyard Mysteries' - All-Age Guided Tour

Newcastle Cathedral, St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 1PF
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Enjoy a fascinating tour through the Cathedral churchyard. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? Meet us in St Nicholas Square and join us in exploring the Cathedral grounds!

1825 George Stephenson's Stockton to Darlington Railway, talk by Amanda Hepburn

Newcastle City Library, Charles Avison Building, 33 New Bridge Street West, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 8AX
In person
Pre-booking required

In 2025 we are celebrating the 200th anniversary of the modern railway, join Amanda to find out about George Stephenson's fascinating achievements.

A Walk in the Park

Leazes Park, Richardson Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE2 4BJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

A Heritage Walk in the Park covering the history of the first People's Park in Newcastle, its setting in the Leazes Conservation Area and some of its flora & fauna

Behind the Books Tours

23 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 1SE
In person
Pre-booking required

Join one of our expert guides to find out about the fascinating history of one of Newcastle's hidden gems.

Discover the photographic work of Laszlo Torday: Show and Tell

Newcastle City Library, Charles Avison Building, 33 New Bridge Street West, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 8AX
In person
Pre-booking required

Discover the work a gifted local photographer Laszlo Torday, a chance to see his original photographic albums.

From Flax to Freelance The History of 36 Lime Street

Ouseburn Warehouse Workshops, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 2PQ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Join Ouseburn expert Mike Greatbatch and 36 Lime Street glass artist Sue Woolhouse on a tour of the exterior and then interior of 36 Lime Street, along the way explaining what its original use was and a tour of several studios.

HOD – Deaf Centre Make Some Noise!

2 Summerhill Grove, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE4 6EE
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Newcastle Deaf Centre Make Some Noise. Come and learn about the history and the current story of the Deaf Centre. Explore this beautiful building, learn about Deaf culture and try some handicrafts focussed on Deafness

Industry & Innovation: Lifting the Curtain on the Tyne Theatre & Opera House

117 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 4AG
In person
Pre-booking required

A free 1-hour guided tour of our beautiful Grade 1 listed building including the understage area that hosts our unique Victorian stage machinery.

Lost Newcastle, talk by Ken Hutchinson

Newcastle City Library, Charles Avison Building, 33 New Bridge Street West, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 8AX
In person
Pre-booking required

Discover some of the lost buildings and streets of Newcastle.

St Bartholomew's Church

St Bartholomew's Church, Station Road, Tyne and Wear, Benton, Tyne & Wear, NE12 9NQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit this beautiful, historic church set in beautiful mature grounds. Explore ancient monuments, stained glass, and architecture, as well as a display of living history. We have areas not usually open to the public, and activities for children.

The Corporation of the Newcastle upon Tyne Trinity House, Broad Chare

Trinity House, Broad Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 3DQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Trinity House is home to an historic maritime organisation. It is a Grade I listed building with its own Chapel (1505) and Banqueting Hall (1721) as well as other fascinating rooms. Maritime artefacts and paintings will be on display.

The Romans were here

Denton Burn Library, West Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE15 7QQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Discover all about the fascinating Roman remains in the Denton Burn area of Newcastle.

The Romans were here - Film and Guided Walk - West End Library

West End Customer Service Centre, Condercum Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE4 9JH
In person
Pre-booking required

Join us for a celebration of the Roman History of Benwell with a short film showing and walk.

The Romans were here - guided walk

Denton Burn Library, West Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE15 7QQ
In person
Pre-booking required

Join us for a fascinating walk through the Roman Heritage of Denton Burn.