Sporty NewcastleGateshead
NewcastleGateshead is the perfect place to watch a wealth of live sport all year round from football and rugby to athletics, basketball and horse-racing.
St James' Park Stadium, home to Newcastle United Football Club
NewcastleGateshead is the perfect place to watch a wealth of live sport all year round from football and rugby to athletics, basketball and horse-racing.
St James' Park Stadium, home to Newcastle United Football ClubLoading entries...
Be part of an epic Mexican wave during a live rugby tournament or cheer on a fast-paced basketball game from the edge of your seat.
NewcastleGateshead is the perfect place to experience live sport all year round from football, rugby and cricket to athletics, basketball and horse-racing at Newcastle Racecourse.
Newcastle’s iconic city centre stadium, St James’ Park – the home of the Toon Army – is a must-visit attraction for sports fans. Watch a live match or walk Newcastle United’s hallowed ground as part of a popular behind-the-scenes stadium tour.
Over the years, Newcastle has become a respected sporting hub for live rugby. Major sporting events in the rugby union and league calendars have taken place in the North East including England international matches, Rugby World Cup 2015 and Rugby League World Cup opening ceremony matches and Dacia Super League Magic Weekend, which will make its return in 2023.
Newcastle is home to two top level Rugby clubs with Newcastle Falcons and Newcastle Thunder representing rugby union and rugby league respectively so sports fans can enjoy the thrill of live sporting action throughout the season.
Sport is played at a world-class level in NewcastleGateshead from nail-biting athletics at Gateshead International Stadium to cricket at Durham Cricket Club. Fans of sport will enjoy a visit to Newcastle Eagles’ state-of-the-art sports venue where Britain’s most successful basketball team play regular matches to dedicated supporters.
Cheer on tens of thousands of participants and elite athletes cross the Tyne Bridge every September at the Great North Run, or… why not lace up your trainers and be part of the world’s best half marathon?
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Newcastle City Centre
Experience live sport in the most iconic stadium the North East has to offer -...
December 13th 2023 to December 13th 2023
Exhibition
13 Dec 2023 to 13 Dec 2023
Newcastle City Centre
A Grand Finale: Newcastle vs. AC Milan in the UEFA Champions League at St James'...
October 4th 2023 to October 4th 2023
Exhibition
4 Oct 2023 to 4 Oct 2023
Newcastle City Centre
A Thrilling UEFA Champions League Clash: Newcastle vs. PSG at St James' Park - Come...
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Newcastle City Centre
The Eagles are officially the most successful professional sports team in the North East and...
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Further Afield
Hidden away amongst 450 acres of fine park and woodland in mid-Northumberland, Linden Hall is...
November 11th 2023 to January 7th 2024
Exhibition
11 Nov 2023 to 7 Jan 2024
Newcastle City Centre
Embrace Festive Joy at Life's Open-Air Ice Rink! Step into a winter wonderland as Life...
Nestled in the heart of...
February 24th 2023
Newcastle Eagles Basketball Club are...
Newcastle Thunder are the North...
August 18th 2023 to September 2nd 2023
Experience an exhilarating summer adventure...
Post date: 1st August 2023
It's thirsty work cheering on your favourite team at iconic city centre stadium, St James' Park in Newcastle! Discover places to eat and drink near St James' Park here.
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From sell out Sam Fender shows to late night culture crawls across the city, discover unmissable events happening in Newcastle and Gateshead in 2023 here.
There has never been a better time to hop on your bike and explore NewcastleGateshead – from Quayside to coast & countryside. Discover cycle routes here.
Newcastle's now world-famous half marathon first took place in June 1981 when 12,264 people lined up ready to start what was to become an iconic part of sporting history and an integral part of North East culture.
September 6th 2024 to September 6th 2024
Sporty
6 Sept 2024 to 6 Sept 2024
Quayside
Dates for 2024's Great North 5K are yet to be announced, please check back soon...
September 10th 2023
Sporty
10 Sept 2023 to 10 Sept 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Great North Run 2023 will take place on Sunday 10 September 2023. Start the Great...
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Further Afield
Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slopes is the North East’s premiere ski facility in Sunderland...
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Further Afield
Gateshead International Stadium is the third largest stadium in Tyne and Wear, with a capacity...
Where to Stay
Great North Hotel is the ideal location for visitors to Newcastle. Located just 3 miles...
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Newcastle City Centre
Experience live sport in the most iconic stadium the North East has to offer -...
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Newcastle City Centre
Located just two miles from Newcastle city centre, TeamSport Go Karting promises an awesome, fun-filled...
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Further Afield
The Stadium of Light is home of Sunderland AFC and popular north east venue for...
Shopping
Newcastle City Centre
Northern Runner is Newcastle's only specialist running shop. Stocking a wide range of running shoes...
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Racing is for everyone. Newcastle Racecourse is a great day out for fans of live...
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Newcastle City Centre
The Eagles are officially the most successful professional sports team in the North East and...
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Gateshead
Two slipways provide direct access to the River Tyne which is navigable for a distance...
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