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Overview
The tour takes you around some of the more interesting sights of the beautiful city of Newcastle. On it you will hear about the history of the city from the Iron Age to present day, and also about some of the city's more interesting characters. The tour is approximately 3.5km (2.2 miles), does include some steps, road crossing, and some uneven pavement. Please come prepared according to the weather forecast for that day. In the event of bad weather, please contact me through the message option here on TripAdvisor to see if the tour is still going ahead. Weather cancellations will be very rare.
Meeting and Pickup
From December 1st 2023 NO TOURS will meet at Grey's Monument due to disruption from the Christmas market and from weekend demonstrations. After this date ALL TOURS will begin at Societe Cafe where the staff are selling hot drinks, including some festive mulled wine!
End Point
The tour will end at the castle keep, near the High Level Bridge which has views over Newcastle's quayside.
Redemption Instructions
Please show the booking details, paper or digital, to the tour guide on arrival. In the event of bad weather, please check the Facebook page @RedBeardTours, or contact me through the message option here on TripAdvisor to see if the tour is still going ahead. Weather cancellations will be very rare.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Hear the history of Grainger Town and the man on the monument.
2. More history of Grainger Town, and the market built to replace those demolished to build it.
3. Learn about the history of the Blackfriars, and the mark they left on Newcastle.
4. Hear about the town wall and it's towers, the siege of Newcastle in 1644, and the Gallowgate leadworks.
5. The first cathedral in Newcastle (but not the oldest). Hear the history of the cathedrals in the city, and how this one came to be built.
6. Hear about the history of the site from the Iron Age to the Roman fort, and the building, and rebuilding, of the castle.
Inclusion
English-speaking tour guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews
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Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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