Newcastle upon Tyne
Properties and events in Newcastle upon Tyne
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A Walk in the Park
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
Arbeia Roman Fort
Free tour of Arbeia Roman Fort.
Christ Church, Shieldfield, Newcastle upon Tyne
Christ Church has for the last 163 years been the parish church for Shieldfield. This Grade II* listed building is a fine example of Victorian Gothic architecture. Its interior captures the history of Shieldfield.
Civic Treasures: the town halls and civic centres of North-East England, talk by Dr Michael Johnson
A fascinating look at the history of the civic buildings in the North-East of England.
From Flax to Freelance The History of 36 Lime Street
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.
Grainger Market
The wonderful Grainger Market opened in 1835, Newcastle's first supermarket. Its airy alleyways and newly refurbished domed roof is certainly worth a visit. Book a tour of the market and find out its secrets.
Guided Tour of Scotswood Station
Discover the fascinating history of Scotswood's railway network.
Guided Tour of St James' Graveyard
A chance to have an expert Guided Tour of a local historic graveyard.
Jesmond Old Cemetery: a meander through the monuments.
Join the Friends of Jesmond Old Cemetery on one of our heritage tours, where we visit some of the final resting places of the famous, and not so famous, men and women who contributed so much to the history of Newcastle, the North East and beyond.
Sir Terry Farrell West Newcastle Walking Tour
A walking tour through and around the Centre for Life to learn about its development, construction and connection to Newcastle. May also include a walk to the river if time allows.
St Johns Cemetery, Elswick
Take a tour of Newcastle's largest cemetery, which opened in 1857, the burial place of many historic local characters and with fabulous views.
The Corporation of the Newcastle upon Tyne Trinity House, Broad Chare
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 East Quayside and Saint Ann's Church - Walking Tour
Discover the fantastic history of the East Quayside once a hub of Newcastle Industry.
Tour of Blackfriars 13th Century Former-Dominican Friary's Heritage
Enjoy a 45 minute tour of Blackfriars unique 13th century former-Dominican friary's heritage with a walk through it's medieval spaces and an explanation of its past to present.
West Newcastle in Film
A fantastic free day of film showings about the history of Newcastle's West End.
Westgate Hill Cemetery
Guided tour of the graves in one of the earliest garden cemeteries in England, now a listed park and garden.