https://youtu.be/nIegDUCfPJM Here in the North East we have some of the best historical, natural and coastal views in all of England. The video above features highlights from places like Jesmond Dene, Alnwick Castle and Garden, and Belsay Hall. Take a tour around the website to find out what you could do on your North East Tour. … Continue reading Highlight reel
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Better Damp than Dead
Descend below to Victoria Tunnel to find out its history as a Victorian coal mine and as a WW2 air raid shelter! https://youtu.be/JknnK6v3oSE Short audio clip on Victoria Tunnel northeasttour Victoria Tunnel as a Coal Mine The tunnel was originally built as a wagonway for transporting coal from Spital Tongues Colliery to the River Tyne. … Continue reading Better Damp than Dead
Urban Jungle
Wilderness in the city! northeasttour The Park Jesmond Dene Park is situated in Jesmond just north of Newcastle. With pay and display nearby you can walk about a mile from Armstrong Bridge up to Jesmond Dene Falls. The walk is beautiful with overgrown wildlife and a continuous stream of water – this place really removes … Continue reading Urban Jungle
Battle of the Cities: Newcastle
The second part of the series is here! Food Honestly, Newcastle is not about the food. It has the usual mainstream franchises to eat but compared to York’s clear food identity it feels lacking. Now, if this was about drinking it would be different. Newcastle’s drinking culture and nightlife is not to be missed if … Continue reading Battle of the Cities: Newcastle
