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Address: A167 Durham Rd, Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne
This breathtaking sculpture is the largest sculpture in Britain. The angel stands 65 feet high and has a wingspan of 177 feet. The statue can be seen from many different points throughout the city. It was created by sculptor Anthony Gormley to begin the Gateshead public art program in 1998.
Category: Attractions - Newcastle Attractions & Activities
Address: 41-44 Sandhill, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JF
This home found along the Quayside has a plaque on it that has a very interesting story to tell: the richest, most beautiful girl in town lived here at one time. She had many suitors, but her family did not approve of the poor man that she truly loved. She crawled out of one of the windows in this house and ran to Scotland to get married. This...
Category: Attractions - Newcastle Attractions & Activities
Address: North East Civic Trust, Tyne and Wear, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4XN
CITY CENTRE. During the 13th century, this establishment was a friary in Newcastle. From the 16th century to the early 20th, the monastery served as a home for the needy. Today this attraction houses a variety of craft stores and exhibits regarding the history of Newcastle. Visitors who stop to visit this informational attraction can enjoy the...
Cathedral Church of St. Nicholas
Category: Attractions - Newcastle Attractions & Activities
Address: St. Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1PF
ST. NICHOLAS SQUARE. This eye-catching church has a spire that reaches the towering height of 193 feet. This structure dates to the late 15th century. The interior of the small cathedral is lavishly adorned by the city's prosperous merchants.
Category: Attractions - Newcastle Attractions & Activities
Address: Blackett St, Grey St, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This tall monument marks the centermost point of Newcastle. Its construction began in 1837, as a monument to Earl Grey.
Category: Attractions - Newcastle Attractions & Activities
Address: Castle Garth, Tyne and Wear, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RQ
This attraction dates back to the mid 13th century. In the 17th century, Henry III used the gate to keep any "unwanteds" out of his castle. In the 1600's, the castle was turned into a residence that was occupied by Patrick Black, from whom the gate received its name. Today the attraction is the main office for the Society of Antiquaries of...
Category: Attractions - Newcastle Attractions & Activities
Address: Castle Garth, St. Nicholas St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RQ
This castle was built in 1168-1178 AD and is the castle that gave the city its name. There are two reasons to visit: first, it's a historic attraction with rooms left as they were in medieval times, including the queen's room, the main chamber room, with high vaulted ceilings, and a Norman chapel. Downstairs you will find artifacts from the...
Category: Attractions - Newcastle Attractions & Activities
Address: Newcastle upon Tyne
An extensive surrounding wall protected Newcastle in the 13th century. Parts of this wall are still standing today, and its towers and weathered surface are of interest to many. Visitors are usually most impressed with the "West Wall" remains located at the rear of Stowell Street, and the parts that are still standing amid Fourth and Hanover...
Category: Attractions - Newcastle Attractions & Activities
Address: (King George V Bridge), Newcastle upon Tyne
This bridge, which crosses the Tyne River, was constructed in 1925 and was opened by King George V. This is one of the most recognized landmarks in the city. Upon completion, it was believed to have been copied by the famous bridge in Sydney, Australia, but documentation later proved that this structure actually began construction after its...
