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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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Price From: £16.80 About: Discover The Alnwick Garden, a spectacular contemporary garden located next to...
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The Alnwick Garden is a Garden for everyone. The vision of The Duchess of Northumberland...
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Seaton Delaval Hall is a great house located after by National Trust not far from...
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Cragside National Trust has reopened...
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Post date: 30th December 2024
Explore Ouseburn's industrial evolution to a cultural hotspot, with Michelin dining, vintage stores, and a working farm at the heart of Newcastle's creative scene.
Discover exclusive discounts at Newcastle and Gateshead attractions when you go car-free. Enjoy sustainable travel and great offers at top destinations thanks to Good Journey.
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.
Looking for a perfect beach getaway near Newcastle upon Tyne? Look no further! Our article has got you covered with a list of the most beautiful beaches in the area.
There has never been a better time to hop on your bike and explore NewcastleGateshead – from Quayside to coast & countryside. Discover cycle routes here.
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Tynemouth
King Edwards Bay is a small sandy bay enclosed by cliffs and grassy banks, making...
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Ouseburn
There are three exhibitions to explore at Seven Stories, The National Museum for Children's Books...
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Newcastle City Centre
The Town Moor helps make Newcastle truly special. With around 1,000 acres of open space...
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Ouseburn
One of NewcastleGateshead's coolest watering holes, The Cluny is a great venue which manages to...
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Quayside
As one of the most famous pubs in Newcastle – and the second oldest in...
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Ouseburn
Crazy golf, cocktails, graffiti and street food come together at Golf Fang located just outside...
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Coast
The Salt Market Social is a relatively new venture that opened towards the end of...
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Ouseburn
Tyne Bank Brewery is a relaxed and industrial event space which is suitable for all...
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Newcastle City Centre
Dubbed Newcastle's "hidden" bar - Mother Mercy is a cocktail and wine bar in Newcastle...
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Gateshead
Saltwell Park, based in the heart of Gateshead, is one of Britain's finest examples of...
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Newcastle City Centre
After a lengthy transformation, Newcastle's City Pool and Turkish Baths reopened in 2019 as an...
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Originally home to the Lindisfarne Gospels and the site of grisly Viking attacks, Lindisfarne Priory...
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