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St James' Park, Newcastle
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.
Magic Weekend hosted by St James' Park, Newcastle
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 matches and Betfred Super League Magic Weekend, which will make its return for the fifth year in May 2021. The Rugby League World Cup 2021 will also see the opening men’s ceremony and game played at Newcastle’s St James’ Park.
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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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Tours of St. James’ Park Stadium are available to book for a limited number of...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
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Newcastle
Newcastle Thunder are the North East's only professional Rugby League Club based at Kingston Park...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
Newcastle United Football Club introduces The Barracks, the new contemporary hospitality and event space at...
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Newcastle
Newcastle Falcons rugby team have been at Kingston Park Stadium, their current home ground, since...
Where to Stay
Newcastle
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26 Jun 2021 to 26 Jun 2021
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26 Jun 2021 to 26 Jun 2021
Newcastle
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24 Oct 2021
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24 Oct 2021 to 24 Oct 2021
Newcastle
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4 Nov 2020 to 5 Mar 2021
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4 Nov 2020 to 5 Mar 2021
Quayside
Join CBK Adventures on a 2-hour guided Glow Tour along the River Tyne. This memorable...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
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Newcastle Falcons rugby team have been...
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24 Oct 2021
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Tours of St. James’ Park Stadium...
12 Sep 2021
24 Oct 2021
26 Jun 2021 to 26 Jun 2021
Post date: 1st January 2020
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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.
While we wait to welcome you back to our beautiful region in person, we’ve pulled together a list of truly North East experiences that you can enjoy from the comfort of your home in the run up to Christmas.
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18 Feb 2021 to 18 Feb 2021
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18 Feb 2021 to 18 Feb 2021
Newcastle City Centre
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Newcastle
Newcastle Thunder are the North East's only professional Rugby League Club based at Kingston Park...
30 Apr 2021 to 30 Apr 2021
Entertainment
30 Apr 2021 to 30 Apr 2021
Newcastle
WWE Live is a unique blend of sport and entertainment, combining in-ring match action with...
6 Nov 2021
Sporty
6 Nov 2021 to 6 Nov 2021
Newcastle
In 2021, Newcastle will take centre stage once again - this time as one of...
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Newcastle
Newcastle Eagles are the UK's best basketball team priding themselves on being 'the most successful...
26 Jun 2021 to 26 Jun 2021
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26 Jun 2021 to 26 Jun 2021
Newcastle
Tickets go on sale for the 2021 Betfair Plate Day on 4th December. This is...
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Newcastle Eagles will host a pilot basketball match on Friday 18 September and would love...
29 May 2021 to 30 May 2021
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29 May 2021 to 30 May 2021
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2 Nov 2021 to 2 Nov 2021
Theatre
2 Nov 2021 to 2 Nov 2021
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Newcastle
Newcastle Eagles are the UK's best basketball team priding themselves on being 'the most successful...
There has never been a better time to hop on your bike and start exploring...
26 Jun 2021 to 26 Jun 2021
Sporty
26 Jun 2021 to 26 Jun 2021
Newcastle
Tickets go on sale for the 2021 Betfair Plate Day on 4th December. This is...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Any visitor to NewcastleGateshead who surveys the city skyline can be left in little doubt...
24 Oct 2021
Sporty
24 Oct 2021 to 24 Oct 2021
Newcastle
In 2021, Newcastle will take centre stage once again - this time as one of...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Newcastle Falcons rugby team have been at Kingston Park Stadium, their current home ground, since...
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Newcastle
If there is one thing that the North East is passionate about, it's football...
29 May 2021 to 30 May 2021
Sporty
29 May 2021 to 30 May 2021
Newcastle
Dacia Magic Weekend UpdateDue to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, and further to its postponement in...
12 Sep 2021
Sporty
12 Sep 2021 to 12 Sep 2021
Organisers have confirmed the 2020 Great North Run has been cancelled, due to the ongoing...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Gateshead International Stadium is the third largest stadium in Tyne and Wear, with a capacity...
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