Greys Monument Tours

Grey's Monument tours are over for this season. We'll be back in 2025.

Monument tours happen usually on the first Saturday of each month from April to September and if you check this page regularly you will be the first to hear when bookings start. Tickets are for half hour slots between 10am and 4pm and will go on sale a week or two before each event.

Make sure to set your alarm clock - tickets sell out very quickly.

Pre-booking is essential.

Climb the 164 steps to the top of Grey’s Monument on a tour with Newcastle City Guides. The Monument is named after the 2nd Earl Grey, Charles Grey, who hailed from the North East and was British Prime Minister in the 1830s - the famous Earl Grey tea blend was named after him too! From here you can enjoy unrivalled views over Grainger Town’s magnificently preserved Georgian architecture.

Please arrive no later than 5 minutes before your booking time. If you miss your slot, we cannot guarantee entry at a later time than shown on your ticket.

Price

Tickets are £7 per person, season tickets are not applicable to Grey's Monument tours.

Children under 5 years are not permitted.

Group tours

Grey’s Monument can be hired for group tours between March and October subject to Guide availability. A minimum charge of £75 + VAT (£90) applies, which provides up to 2 ½ hours of access and accompanying tour guides. The Guides can provide a commentary on the history of Monument and the surrounding area, highlighting the local Newcastle landmarks and places of interest. Please note that group tours will not operate from October to February due to the reduced daylight hours and increased likelihood of bad weather and poor visibility.

Tours typically take 30 minutes, including climb and descent, with a maximum of 8 guests per tour. A 2 ½ hour hire could therefore accommodate a maximum of 40 people. Group tours depend upon guide availability and whether other events are taking place on Grey's Monument plinth. Tours can be cancelled at short notice in the event of severe weather or poor visibility. If this happens, we will try and book your tours on another date. Please email newcastlecityg@gmail.com for more information.

Please note

• Children under 5 years are strictly not admitted on Monument tours.
• Children 5-16 must be accompanied by an adult.
• There are 164 steps to climb and at some points the staircase is narrow and dark.
• If you have a fear of heights or confined spaces, have breathing difficulties, a heart condition, or are in the latter stages of pregnancy, please do not attempt this climb.
• Please be aware that only 8 people can climb to the top per tour.