10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Tyne and Wear That You Shouldn't Miss

January 26, 2022 Natalie Tallman

Discover the best top things to do in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom including Victoria Tunnel, Jesmond Dene, St. Mary's Lighthouse and Visitor Centre, The Angel of the North, Newcastle Castle, The Discovery Museum, Tynemouth Priory & Castle, St James' Park, The Quayside, Stadium Of Light.
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1. Victoria Tunnel

55 Lime Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2PQ England +44 191 230 4210 [email protected] http://www.ouseburntrust.org.uk
Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,894 reviews

Victoria Tunnel

Guided tours of the fully preserved 19th century coal waggonway and WW2 air-raid shelter. Pre-booking is essential and tickets can be booked online through our website or by telephone during office hours. Tours every day, check the website for details. Our extensive Covid-19 precautions have been assessed by Visit Britain and we have been awarded "Good to Go" certification.

Reviewed By 597derekp

15/12/18. Victory Pub Christmas Jolly Boys outing at the Victoria Tunnel. A thoroughly enjoyable and educational history tour of this amazing engineering feat of the 1840s. 2 fantastic volunteer guides. Fascinating facts about the tunnel's original use and later use during World War 2 as an air raid shelter for up to 9,000 people. Highly recommended.

2. Jesmond Dene

Jesmond Dene Road Jesmond Dene, Newcastle upon Tyne NE7 7BQ England +44 191 814 4574 [email protected] http://urbangreennewcastle.org/find-your-park/jesmond-dene
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,273 reviews

Jesmond Dene

Jesmond Dene is the jewel in the crown of Newcastle's parks and green spaces. The Dene is packed full of historic and natural features and masses of wildlife, flowers and ancient woodland for everyone to enjoy.

Reviewed By Jp_King93

This is a beautiful park, really calming and wonderful for pictures, I really enjoyed my visit and will come back for sure

3. St. Mary's Lighthouse and Visitor Centre

St. Marys Island, Whitley Bay NE26 4RS England +44 191 643 4777 [email protected] https://my.northtyneside.gov.uk/category/635/st-marys-lighthouse
Excellent
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4.5 based on 839 reviews

St. Mary's Lighthouse and Visitor Centre

Reached between the tides via a short causeway, St. Mary's has all the fascination of a miniature, part-time island. The Lighthouse, completed in 1898 on a hazardous coast for shipping, remained operational until 1984 when it was superseded by modern navigational techniques. Since then the Lighthouse and former keepers' cottages have been operated as a visitor centre by North Tyneside Council. The surrounding Nature Reserve contains an area of rockpools, clifftop grassland, a beach and newly created wetland habitats.Wherever possible we are open seven days a week between May and September, and during weekends and school holidays in the winter. However, it is not possible for us to open on some days because of tidal conditions. The stated opening times can also be subject to variations on occasion due to weather affecting the times of the tide.

Reviewed By juliepat23

lovely place - coffee shop and little gift shop friendly staff/areas to have a picnic amazing views Kids can go crab fishing and see fish sea creatures- very educational

4. The Angel of the North

Durham Road Low Eighton, Gateshead NE9 6AA England +44 191 478 4222 http://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/3957/Angel-of-the-North
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,139 reviews

The Angel of the North

Reviewed By grandad88 - Clitheroe, United Kingdom

We stopped here with our grandsons. Our elder grandson age 10 had read up information about it before we went and so gave us lots of facts about the statue. The younger one was at first a bit overwhelmed but soon warmed to the statue and enjoyed running around it. It is worth stopping here for a closer look as it is easily accessible just off the A1 with a small car park so if you are travellng up the A1 and want a short break you may as well stop here and stretch your legs

5. Newcastle Castle

The Black Gate Castle Garth Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RQ England +44 191 230 6300 [email protected] http://www.newcastlecastle.co.uk
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4.5 based on 870 reviews

Newcastle Castle

Steeped in history this imposing Norman fortress, in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne, is a rugged reminder of northern England's turbulent history. This was no baron's stately home. Newcastle Castle is a grim reminder of royal authority where armies gathered and criminals were imprisoned and executed. It is where the story of Newcastle began, the reason the city got its name and has the most commanding views over the city and the River Tyne. Open for the public to explore and enjoy our rich and varied history Newcastle Castle takes the safety of public and staff very seriously. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic we have introduced a number of measures to keep you safe whilst you explore, discover and enjoy.

Reviewed By Keith_Bnufc - England, United Kingdom

Spent about an hour and a half in there last week- interesting, informative, helpful staff and great views from the top. Only complaint was that it isn’t bigger!

6. The Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Blandford Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4JA England +44 191 232 6789 [email protected] http://www.discoverymuseum.org.uk
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4.5 based on 1,686 reviews

The Discovery Museum

It’s free to get in to Discovery Museum, which is a massive space showcasing the best of Newcastle’s heritage over three floors and extensive galleries crammed with inventions, world-firsts, model ships and interactive activities for curious kids – and adults! Telling the story of Newcastle and its people from Roman times through to the present day Discovery Museum champions the spirit of the north east area. With events on all year.

Reviewed By nikkisuk

The museum is free to visit (although donations are gratefully received). We visited on a sunny Saturday and there was a steady flow of people but not by any means overcrowded. There are three floors of rooms that you can visit covering topics such as life locally, the local regiment, a science maze and on our visit there was an inventors section and the Stephenson Rocket exhibition. My two boys, aged nine and seven, thoroughly enjoyed their day there. Lots of the displays have reading but there is also a great deal of interactive exhibits. There is a cafe there but we took our own lunch and used the tables on the lower ground floor to picnic. There is no real outdoor space, other than the front on the pavement but the building is light and airy so that if it is a sunny day, you don't feel like you're missing out too much. Several car parks locally which are reasonable in price. Easily can spend a good four hours there.

7. Tynemouth Priory & Castle

Pier Rd, Tynemouth NE30 4BZ England +44 191 257 1090 http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/tynemouth-priory-and-castle/?utm_source=Trip%20Advisor&utm_campaign=Local%20Listings&utm_medium=Trip%20Advisor%20Profiles&utm_content=tynemouth%20priory%20castle
Excellent
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4.5 based on 570 reviews

Tynemouth Priory & Castle

Reviewed By WestCountryGreenMan - Worthing, United Kingdom

Tynemouth priory is a lovely, interesting place to visit and definitely worth it if you're in the area. There's some amazing views from the priory too.

8. St James' Park

1 Barrack Road Strawberry Place, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4SE England +44 844 372 1892 [email protected] http://www.nufc.co.uk/stadium
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4.5 based on 1,435 reviews

St James' Park

Delve into Newcastle United's history all the way back to the late 1800s by joining us on a tour of the iconic St James' Park. Accompanied by a tour guide you will visit areas of the ground reserved for players and officials only, including the Home Dressing Room, Media Suite, Director's Box, and more. Tours last approximately 90 minutes, and run daily at 11.30, 12.30, And 14.30, At a cost of £15 an adult, £12 a concession, and £8 a junior.

Reviewed By Mikelemberg - Mill Valley, United States

Had opportunity to see my first premier league game at st James park. Sat up with the boisterous and loud fans. Super loud, singing and chanting. It is a bit rated R. Great stadium and atmosphere (and Newcastle won the first match of the season).

9. The Quayside

Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne England +44 191 260 3506 http://www.newcastlequayside.co.uk/frameset.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 3,155 reviews

The Quayside

Reviewed By stevearchbold - Wallsend, United Kingdom

This may seem a little biased but if your visiting Newcastle you need to check out the Quayside it's only a short downhill walk from the city centre with plenty of taxis to get you back up. Plenty of good bars and restaurants to choose from, a great view of the river side and the bridges and you can walk across the millennium bridge to the sage music centre or the Baltic arts centre plenty to do for young and old

10. Stadium Of Light

Sunderland SR5 1SU England +44 371 911 1200 [email protected] https://www.safc.com/club/stadium-of-light
Excellent
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4.5 based on 831 reviews

Stadium Of Light

Reviewed By garyr593 - Sunderland, United Kingdom

Great day out, we're in the Premier concourse, £40 a ticket, programme and food, well worth it, great win, fantastic atmosphere with all the fans, great to be at home in grass roots football, just do it.

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