Newcastle Gateshead Pocket Guide
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NewcastleGateshead.com NewcastleGateshead, Sunderland, South Shields, Tynemouth and Whitley Bay A handy pocket guide of things to see and do in our cities, coast and countryside WELCOME TO Whether you’re a first time Tyne Bridge and the multi arcades and vibrant markets. that attract party-goers visitor or taking a new look award-winning Gateshead And you’ll be captivated every night of the week. at familiar surroundings, you Millennium Bridge – provide by the arts and culture on can’t fail to be amazed at a show-stopping entrance to offer – from world-class Within 15 minutes of the what NewcastleGateshead this remarkable destination. music performances at The hustle and bustle of city has to offer. Sage Gateshead to stunning life you will find yourself in The compact city centre makes exhibitions at our many art rural Gateshead, with its The vibrant capital of North it the perfect place to explore, galleries and museums. woodlands, meadows and East England really does whatever the length of your With a heritage dating back riverside walks, where wildlife, have something for everyone; stay. Those looking to make beyond Roman times, you’ll such as the elusive red kite from mesmerising culture a day of it will be impressed find a wealth of historical and red squirrel can be to pulsating nightlife; rural at how quick and easy it is buildings to discover, including spotted if you look carefully. escapes to exhilarating to get around, so you can the Castle Keep standing shopping; whatever you are cram as much into your visit on the original site of the With so much to see and looking for from your visit you as possible. For those with ‘New Castle’ from which do, it’s easy to see why will find it and so much more more time to spare, there’s Newcastle takes its name. NewcastleGateshead has in NewcastleGateshead. a whole host of museums, been named amongst the best art galleries, nature, shops, By night, the city truly comes cities in the UK and Europe. Arriving in NewcastleGateshead entertainment and nightlife alive. Enjoy fine dining in one And after just a short time is an experience in itself; to fill your days and nights. of our many restaurants or in our unique and friendly the awe-inspiring Angel of relax with a pint of real ale city, you’ll see why people the North welcomes visitors Shopping lovers cannot fail to in a friendly, traditional pub. flock from far and wide to coming from the South and be impressed with the wide We’re famous for our big visit NewcastleGateshead the seven bridges that span range of high street favourites, nights out, and it’s easy to see time and again. the River Tyne and stitch designer stores and one-off why – NewcastleGateshead Newcastle and Gateshead boutiques in our modern is packed with cosmopolitan together – including the shopping centres, bustling bars and lively nightclubs 02 FIND OUT MORE AT: NEWCASTLEGATESHEAD.COM FIND OUT MORE AT: NEWCASTLEGATESHEADVISITNEWCASTLEGATESHEAD.COM.COM 0353 To the north of Sunderland You can discover South is the lively coastal town of Shields’ Roman past at Arbeia South Shields, with stunning Roman Fort. Find out about scenery, historical sites, the life and times of author, family-friendly attractions Dame Catherine Cookson at and traditional seaside fun. South Shields Museum and Art Gallery, where the kids Relax on the beautiful can also see snakes, spiders Sandhaven Beach or take an and creepy crawlies and invigorating cliff top walk along have fun in Art Adventure. The Leas to Souter Lighthouse and be rewarded with fantastic The buzzing market (Monday, views along the coast. Friday and Saturday) attracts shoppers and bargain South Shields is the perfect hunters from miles around resort for the family. Ocean and the town centre offers Beach Pleasure Park is great a wide range of favourite for thrill seekers and toddlers high street stores. alike with colourful rides, The city of Sunderland has 1844, it is one of the region’s plenty of amusements and If you are a curry fan, you something for everyone with most prominent landmarks. video games. Next door you’ll have to check out one of the great shopping, museums find Dunes Adventure Island, many Indian restaurants that and art galleries and Football fans should head over a fantastic indoor attraction to line the town’s famous Ocean stunning coastal scenery. to the Stadium of Light, the enjoy whatever the weather. Road. For a more traditional home ground of Sunderland Or have hours of fun at South take on seaside cuisine, try The story of Sunderland is AFC. Soak up the atmosphere Marine Park; with its boating the award-winning fish and told at the award-winning at a home game or enjoy a tour lake, exciting children’s play chips at Colmans or a yummy Sunderland Museum and of the stadium. Sunderland areas, mini steam train and ice cream at Minchella & Co. Winter Gardens along with Aquatic Centre, just next door, lots of wide open space to A great way to round off a fun- displays of works by artist houses the region’s only 50 enjoy a leisurely picnic, just a filled family day at the coast. LS Lowry. And you can even metre pool and to try your stones throw from the beach. take a treetop walk over the hand at water sports, head tropical plants and flowers. Or over to Sunderland Marine visit the National Glass Centre, Activities Centre where sailing, EXPERIENCE a contemporary glass building, canoeing, kayaking and housing stunning displays and power boating are just some artist studios – the delicious of the activities on offer. Throwingstones Restaurant SOUTH is definitely worth a visit. Shop until you drop at The Bridges shopping centre which Explore the historical side of houses over 100 high street SHIELDS Sunderland with a trip to the retailers, or explore Sunniside 7th Century St Peter’s Church for stylish independent which is one half of the twin boutiques and contemporary monastery of Wearmouth- galleries. At night, choose Jarrow, the UK’s 2011 bid for from a wide range of delicious World Heritage Site Status. restaurants and lively bars. Theatre lovers should head For stunning views of to Sunderland Empire to see the city and surrounding the latest West End show on countryside head up to tour. A vibrant city with so Penshaw Monument. Built in much to offer any visitor. 04 FIND OUT MORE AT: NEWCASTLEGATESHEAD.COM FIND OUT MORE AT: NEWCASTLEGATESHEAD.COM 05 Head east from the centre Aquarium which houses over North East England is one of of NewcastleGateshead and 30 displays, including tropical DIScoVer the most unique and beautiful within minutes you’ll find sharks, seahorses, giant crabs places in the country. yourself at one of the most and even miniature monkeys! glorious stretches of coastline in the country. We’re rightly The seaside town of Whitley proud of our beaches with Bay attracts visitors by day with the miles of golden sands its long golden sands, bustling and promenade stretching shops and the statuesque St between Tynemouth and Mary’s Lighthouse. By night Whitley Bay. Perfect for it transforms into a lively bracing walks and fun night out, attracting revellers playtime for the kids. to the many bars and pubs that line South Parade. For The picturesque seaside something a bit more cultural, village of Tynemouth is a catch the latest performance must see; with the imposing at the newly refurbished Tynemouth Priory and Castle, PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay. NORTH EAST ENGLAND a vibrant weekend market, quirky shops and boutiques, No visit to the coast would be relaxing cafés and lively pubs, complete without sampling as well as some of the most some delicious fish and beautiful beaches you’re chips and with the freshest ever likely to see. Its rugged catch of the day landing coastline attracts surfers from daily at North Shields Fish far and wide all year round. Quay, you’ll find everything you could possibly wish for For fun that all the family will from a day at the seaside. enjoy, take a trip to Blue Reef EXPLORE The sprawling countryside of A short drive or train ride Northumberland to the north south of NewcastleGateshead of NewcastleGateshead with brings you to the historic city of its gorgeous coastline and Durham. Visit Durham Castle bustling market towns, just and Cathedral or explore the has to be explored. Check out city’s meandering streets and Alnwick Castle, the setting for its delightful mix of shops the Harry Potter films, and stroll and cafés for a great day around the stunning Alnwick out. Head further afield to Garden which includes water Tees Valley, where you’ll find sculptures, a poison garden plenty of things to see and do. TYNEMOUTH and Europe’s largest treehouse. See a re-creation of an 18th & WHITLEY BAY century seaport at Hartlepool No visit to the region Maritime Museum or discover would be complete without the story of Captain Cook at taking in Hadrian’s Wall. the Captain Cook Birthplace The wall snakes across the Museum in Middlesbrough. country, from Wallsend in the east, where you can visit With so much to see and do, Segedunum Roman Fort one visit just isn’t enough. You’ll to Bowness in the west. have to come and see us again. 06 FIND OUT MORE AT: NEWCASTLEGATESHEAD.COM FIND OUT MORE AT: NEWCASTLEGATESHEADVISITNEWCASTLEGATESHEAD.COM.COM 0753 MAKING THE journey to make. The machines TAXI CYclE RouTES moST of YouR are yet to take cards or notes, TIME HERE so coins are essential.