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Despite being a bustling city, Newcastle and neighbouring Gateshead are blooming with parks and gardens that make it easy for you to breathe in the fresh, restorative air without travelling far. Whether it’s a fresh autumnal walk to enjoy the changing colours of the leaves; a frosty winter march or a leisurely summer picnic and an evening stroll – there are many open spaces in Newcastle and Gateshead to discover.
It’s good for the soul to breathe in the countryside and with so much leafy-green in Newcastle’s urban setting – you have the best of both worlds – not to mention you’re a skip and a jump away from vast expanses of rolling countryside and wide-open space in nearby Northumberland.
If you're craving some fresh air and a change of scenery, make sure to check out the parks and gardens listed below.
Gibside National Trust in Gateshead has a stunning park and rolling gardens with woodland walks and a spectacular tree-lined avenue. Outdoor attractions including The Alnwick Garden and English Heritage Belsay Hall, Castle and Garden have large grounds and gardens to explore all year round, while Pet's Corner in Jesmond Dene is a great day out for families ready to discover the furry local residents.
Keen urban walkers can even take an epic stroll from Jesmond Dene, through Armstrong Park and into Heaton Park before wandering down into the Ouseburn and along to the Quayside. Get your boots on and get exploring!
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The Alnwick Garden is a Garden for everyone. The vision of The Duchess of Northumberland...
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Further Afield
Cragside National Trust has reopened and is now taking bookings for timed slots. All visitors...
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Gateshead
Escape to Gibside National Trust in rural Gatehead, a tranquil 18th century landscaped garden created...
Seaton Delaval Hall is a great...
Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens is...
You are never far from the...
Leazes Park is Newcastle city centre's...
Post date: 2nd September 2022
Heritage Open Days are back, with dozens of buildings across Newcastle and Gateshead not normally accessible to the public, set to open their doors. Discover more here.
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Despite being a city, Newcastle and neighbouring Gateshead are blooming with parks and gardens. Discover six of parks and gardens ideal for a springtime stroll and a picnic with your family.
There is no better way to escape the everyday on a crisp winter’s day than putting on your walking boots and heading out for a refreshing stroll. In NewcastleGateshead we are spoilt for choice with urban, rural and coastal walking routes all just a hop, skip and a jump away.
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Ouseburn
Take a guided walking tour around the popular Ouseburn Valley and explore the breweries and...
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Jesmond
Pet's Corner, in the heart of Jesmond Dene, is a popular, family-friendly visitor attraction. You'll...
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Jesmond
Jesmond Dene is a unique haven of peace and tranquillity for the people of Newcastle...
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Newcastle City Centre
At the Tyneside Cinema, a trip to the pictures is given the sense of occasion...
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So that we can safely manage capacities, all visitors will be asked to pre-book timed...
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Gateshead
St Mary's Heritage Centre is based within the former St Mary's Church which dates from...
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Newcastle City Centre
Lane7 is located in the heart of Newcastle and has a brilliant wide range of...
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Newcastle City Centre
Market Shaker, on Cloth Market in Newcastle, is a creative space for eating, drinking and...
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Heaton
Heaton Park, in the heart of a thriving community, is packed with history as well...
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Newcastle City Centre
One of the city's most famous sports bars is located just across the street from...
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Heaton
Grocery shopping doesn't get more glorious than at Fenwick Newcastle's Christmas Convenience Store.Brimming with gifts...
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Ouseburn
Crazy golf, cocktails, graffiti and street food come together at Golf Fang located just outside...
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