Newcastle has long been one of Britain’s most iconic cities – home to 2000 years of history, a proud industrial heritage, a thriving nightlife scene and, of course, the famous Geordie accent. Head northeast and prepare to be charmed!
If you’re in Newcastle for the first time, there’s a fantastic range of things to see and do. Football and culture fans alike can take a tour of Newcastle’s famous St James Park and Stadium of Light, while history buffs can explore some incredible museums, like the Great North Museum.
In Roman times, Newcastle was a fort on Hadrian’s Wall, called Pons Aelius. Later in Saxon times, the area was known as ‘Monk Chester’. William the Conqueror like Hadrian before him recognized its strategic importance. In 1080, he gave his son the job of building a ‘New Castle’, in addition to the building of St. Nicholas’ Cathedral. Today, these two buildings are among the city’s most popular tourist attractions.
Before getting stuck into the nightlife, try some of these activities perfect for Stag & Hen do’s. Head to Ghetto Golf for a fun experience and a great selection of cocktails, or battle it out at this outside laser tag experience.
Making the trip up north with the family? Not to worry, as there’s plenty of family friendly activities that’ll keep the kids amused for hours. Get up close and personal with birds of prey at this Falconry in Newburn, or head to this ancient Roman fort that’ll capture their imagination.