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Welcome back to NewcastleGateshead... recently crowned the UK's favourite place by a UK-wide vote!
Find out whyCatch TV Legend Su Pollard, alongside North East Queen of Comedy Miss Rory and comic favourite Tom Whalley, in this year's spectacular pantomime at the Sunderland Empire - SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS!
Book Now ADVERTNewcastle Falcons and Newcastle Racecourse are coming together to provide a weekend of elite sport in one exciting bundle: 26 - 27 November.
Discover moreOur tips on how to buy festive presents from North East independent shops and businesses - as well as enjoy a day out in the toon!
Read moreBrowse a bustling variety of Christmas markets and artisan fairs in Newcastle, Jesmond, Ouseburn and along the Quayside.
Discover moreIt's Christmas in the toon once again - and you're invited!
Christmas Image: Christmas at Beamish MuseumIt's time to explore NewcastleGateshead and discover the diverse landscape of history, culture, coast and countryside beyond the city centre.
Get Outdoors Cragside National Trust, NorthumberlandRediscover a region bursting with art, culture and history. Explore family-friendly attractions, centuries-old heritage and leave with new memories from world-class experiences.
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United by seven iconic bridges across a bustling Quayside, Newcastle and Gateshead form a single, diverse and extremely vibrant visitor destination in the North East of England.
Get ready to be charmed by the famous Geordie spirit in a city bursting with thriving nightlife, an award-winning restaurant scene, top-notch attractions and museums and places to stay which span comfortable affordability to four-star luxury.
Choose from a wealth of things to do in NewcastleGateshead and discover the unexpected with centuries-old history and heritage, breathtaking architecture and impressive innovation. Undeniably, NewcastleGateshead is the go-to destination for roaring nightlife. Experience the pull of a night on the Toon and be wowed by excellent culture and events all year round – from showstopping theatre, comedy and live music that sits alongside the clubs, cocktail bars and independent breweries.
A passionate city bursting with Northern pride, visit NewcastleGateshead for world-class sport at iconic venues.
Stay with us in NewcastleGateshead and explore further afield from striking city centre to beautiful coastline and rugged countryside – a varied experience all wrapped up in one visit.
Delve into our official tourism guide for NewcastleGateshead to discover the North East’s most vibrant destination.
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Marvel at Planet Earth this winter at Life Science Centre in Newcastle when art meets...
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Hadrian's Tipi will return to STACK Newcastle this winter from Friday 22 October 2021 until...
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The 2021 Fenwick Christmas Window is... Shaun the Sheep - The Flight Before Christmas. Visitors...
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Welcome to Santa's Rooftop Cinema - screening from Thursday 11 November - Christmas Eve 2021...
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Welcome to Santa's Rooftop Cinema at Fenwick Newcastle where a special screening of Aardman Animation...
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Newcastle City Centre
Life Science Centre invite you to join them for a season of wintry activities and...
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Ice Skating at Life returns for another festive year! Get your skates on outdoors from...
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Sporty
11 Sep 2021 to 26 Feb 2022
Exhibition
11 Sep 2021 to 26 Feb 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Featuring over 85 oil paintings, drawings and prints, the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle presents...
25 Sep 2021 to 22 Jan 2022
Exhibition
25 Sep 2021 to 22 Jan 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Newcastle University’s Hatton Gallery, which has strong ties to the Pop Art movement, will once...
1 Oct 2021 to 31 Mar 2022
Seasonal
1 Oct 2021 to 31 Mar 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Get out on the water this winter and Chill Out with CBK Adventures from October...
11 Oct 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
Seasonal
11 Oct 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
Quayside
Witness a spectacular urban light show from the water and paddle in an illuminated kayak...
16 Oct 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Family
16 Oct 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Marvel at Planet Earth this winter at Life Science Centre in Newcastle when art meets...
22 Oct 2021 to 15 Jan 2022
Live Music
22 Oct 2021 to 15 Jan 2022
Newcastle
Hadrian's Tipi will return to STACK Newcastle this winter from Friday 22 October 2021 until...
29 Oct 2021 to 27 Mar 2022
Exhibition
29 Oct 2021 to 27 Mar 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Discovery Museum invite you to explore Making Waves: A Festival of Sound running until 2...
7 Nov 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Seasonal
7 Nov 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Newcastle
The 2021 Fenwick Christmas Window is... Shaun the Sheep - The Flight Before Christmas. Visitors...
11 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
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11 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Newcastle
Welcome to Santa's Rooftop Cinema - screening from Thursday 11 November - Christmas Eve 2021...
11 Nov 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
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11 Nov 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
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Welcome to Santa's Rooftop Cinema at Fenwick Newcastle where a special screening of Aardman Animation...
13 Nov 2021 to 4 Feb 2022
Family
13 Nov 2021 to 4 Feb 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Life Science Centre invite you to join them for a season of wintry activities and...
13 Nov 2021 to 9 Jan 2022
Family
13 Nov 2021 to 9 Jan 2022
Newcastle
Ice Skating at Life returns for another festive year! Get your skates on outdoors from...
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Post date: 15th November 2021
Newcastle is a great, Christmassy day out - and with a chance to explore the city as well as the local neighbourhoods, choose from a range of bustling Christmas markets and artisan fairs popping up in Jesmond, Ouseburn and along the Quayside.
Read out blog to find out where to meet Father Christmas in Newcastle and Gateshead.
Alfresco dining in Newcastle just got a whole lot cosier. Read our guide to where to find tipis, fire pits, outdoor dining pods and festive places to catch up with friends in NewcastleGateshead.
We've picked eight festive Afternoon Teas to book in Newcastle and Gateshead that will help you mark the Christmas season with a touch of class in NewcastleGateshead. Click here to find out more.
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