Really friendly and helpful staff here. I managed to find a table on a Saturday night and use the app to order. Drinks were taking over 15 minutes to come out, which is fairly understandable for how busy they were. They got my first drink wrong, but I couldn't be bothered making an issue out of it as it was luckily something I don't normally mind drinking. Kept it quiet and ordered again to get the right one second time round.

I have been here a couple of times. As Don McLean might sing; A long, long time ago. Probably 30+ years. Alic surprised how busy it is on an early Tuesday evening. Had to sit in the courtyard as all tables gone inside. Bit chilly after an August storm. Boothroyd ordered a strong Dartmoor brewery 4.8% Jail Ale, all the way from Devon. £1.99! .. less 50p with a CAMRA voucher.

Really poor The staff are disinterested, and the one in the photo made us more as he wanted to store things where we were sitting. "Where should we move to"? "I dont know, anywhere..." Flat and warm Lager that you can't get changed as there are no staff with manners to talk to. Filthy tables ! I dont like it here....

A fabulous setting next to the Tyne with views of its famous bridges.Currently being renovated but very welcoming and a typical Spoons offering great value for money on food and beverage.Small but plenty of outside seating Very friendly service .It's popularity and location means it's very busy on weekends, especially nights, but we'll worth the downhill walk from the city centre

I work close by and have popped in for food many times over the years, today we ordered chips and a burger, the same we have ordered in the past. The Burger was over done and burnt with an extremely small portion of chips, in the past they included onion rings and coleslaw - I asked the waiter where’s the rest of the chips to be told we have reduced our portion sizes but we still use the large plates!!! We have decided we won’t be going back, there’s plenty of other places with better value!!

Large pub inside & out, lots of seating but still got very busy. Good location, friendly staff.

Really nice place, close to River, Excellent customer Service, and or course Wetherspoon always fair prices.

Took a train ride with the children and had a under 10 minute walk to the museum. It is free to enter, wheelchair accessible and pushchair friendly, they have places to park your pram or pushchair. They have a cafe. Plenty of things to do, lots to learn and see and plenty of interactive things. 3 floors to interact with, our children range from 2 to 14 and they all enjoyed it. Highly recommend

Booked in for a activity that was making a madel around a moving sphere so we could pick up recycling. It was a small booking fee for adults and child and the 4yr old could come for free. This was harder then I expected but we had a lot of fun and the staff were amazing with both children. Especially since the youngest went rogue controlling the sphere and kept trying to eat the ladies lunch. They absolutely loved this

It’s free so who’s to complain? Daughter (2) and newborn had a great few hours out, sadly I didn’t get time to read much of the stuff as my toddler wanted to run around, it’s a great place for a free day out and I often go there for a day out to also Take my older kids who were at school this day but it does get busy on school holidays and weekends. The water room where toddlers play with water gets really busy but I don’t go in there otherwise I’d never get back out. It’s a very interesting place all I. All

Pretty sizable museum with lots of history and content about Newcastle upon tyne. Great place for kids or people who are into history/war. Best of all, its free! P.s. Thank you to the staff and Garry for helping me look after my luggage while i roam the museum.

It was one of the best museums i have visited. It's a really great setup and great attention to detail. There is lots of cool stuff for the little ones to interact with and some great historical sections. It's really worth a visit

Good for a visit not a whole days worth of exhibitions but allow a good few hours plenty to see and a few interactive ones staff were nice and place was clean. But a few interactive exhibits were broken or had pieces missing or didnt work buttons etc build a bridge,air plane control thing,shadow wall and a couple others but its free entry can make a donation also small selection of gifts toys and a cafe but we did not go in cafe.

Brilliant as always. First time in the new Tiny Tyneside and have to say it didn't disappoint. We spent a good 45 minutes playing with the ride-on cars, climbing up and down the bridge, playing captain on the mini-Turbinia and mini-Mauretania ships as well as exploring the interactive gears and trains. My only complaint would be that parents with older children seemed to think it was acceptable for their kids to run and jump when the little ones were trying to play.

Really great experience. The two tour guides Trev and Mick were fantastic both knowledgeable, kind and funny. Definitely worth a visit if in the area.

Interesting tour. I have lived in Newcastle for 6 years and this tour taught me a lot. I would recommend it. The guides (I think one was called David) were great and super knowledgeable. Only feedback I would give is to please clean inside the helmets provided. I had to give mine a clean because it obviously had never been cleaned.

It was an amazing experience for us. We preferred the 2 hours tour. Our guide was incredibly entertaining and very knowledgeable. You don’t realize how time flies. You have an unforgettable experience while learning about the history of the tunnel. I am usually uncomfortable with closed spaces, but the tunnel is very airy. If you don’t have a very severe illness ( strong claustrophobia), I recommend this very impressive experience.

Top Tunnel Tour : Our group had a great tour with Helen and Anne . They were really relaxed and very knowledgeable and friendly. We got a great feel of what it must have been like in the 2nd world war. Thank you for a very memorable experience 👍🏽

Absolutely amazing place to visit in Newcastle! So much history and fantastic tour guides which makes the experience even better! Great price too for the experience you get!

Went on a Sunday and had the best time! Trish and Mal were amazing guides, so funny and knowledgable which made it entertaining throughout the 2 hour tour. Would definitely recommend to anyone who loves history, Newcastle, or just wants to see this place!

Really good tour and well worth the price. Trev and Dave were great company and really knew their stuff. It felt safe down there and the place was tall enough to walk normally for the most part so it wasn't an uncomfortable walk. Highly enjoyed and fully recommended.

Very nice stadium where you can really enjoy watching the football game. The atmosphere and fans are really amazing. I have loved watching the game even we have enjoyed the awesome experience that we had at St Jame’s Park. Newcastle is one of historical football club and they have an excellent stadium along with true fans loved & supported their team. I would highly recommend anyone to make a plan to enjoy watching the game here

Great stadium tour guides were awsome in fact all the staff were great lots on information given and nothing was to much trouble for them.

Amazing tour! Definitely recommended if you’re in NCL! Do take a guided tour. Our tour guides Kieran and Jack were amazing! Knew every detail and the hour and a half tour flew by!

Amazing experience. The stadium is quite beautiful. Well maintained!

Love this ground but the only complaint I would have is as a visiting supporter you are at the top of the stand with 14 flights of stairs to surmount. I took the lift as I have some breathing difficulties. The concourse area was excellent with a good choice of food and non alcoholic beers. I was driving so that was important to me.

The tour is great. The guides well informed with plenty of stories to tell. Well worth the price.

Falling into St James’ Park and watching the city’s club, Newcastle, take on Nottingham Forest — and witnessing it end in a brilliant victory. Sitting behind the south goal with the roaring fans (there’s no room for sitting down or taking photos) — just shouting and unsettling the opposition. St James’ Park is unlike any other ground in England.”

Absolutely gorgeous autumn-themed afternoon tea! 🎃We’ve tried many over the years and this one really stands out - the flavours were spot on and the presentation was flawless 🍰 Clearly a very talented chef! Our server was also extremely friendly and attentive throughout. 10/10 definitely book ☺️ they were also really good with my allergy 🥜

Went here for a birthday meal. Having been required to order in advance I was surprised the steaks and fish were not of the type ordered, my food was ok but not exceptional. Others said the fish was quite bland. Stayed the night there was a mini bar in the room which was pay per item, that’s fair enough, but charging for a bag of crisps seems extreme, I have stayed in much cheaper places where small snacks of that nature are complimentary. Breakfast was lovely and plenty to choose from.

Beautiful hotel set in a peaceful location on the edge of Jesmond Dene Park. We stayed in the Apartment suite which was outstanding! The roof terrace really added a unique touch to a well furnished, comfortable and beautifully designed suite. Breakfast was lovely with a range of options. We received excellent service from all staff we dealt with during our stay.

This hotel feels a bit stuck in the past. Our attic superior double had a very low shower, a child-height toilet, and no toilet brush. Music from a wedding played for some time. Staff were friendly, but I wouldn’t choose to stay here again.

Loved our experience here! The staff were superb, very attentive and welcoming, and the food was excellent as well! We will definitely be returning, as the menu had so many items worth trying. Lovely atmosphere in the garden as well, and staff look after you regardless of whether you are within their direct line of visibility - they still remember you are there.

We had a wonderful Afternoon Tea at the Jesmond Dene House! ☕🍰 A delicious selection of treats, excellent tea varieties, and a friendly, attentive team made it a perfect experience. The beautiful atmosphere and the lovely park surroundings added a special charm. Highly recommended – we were truly impressed! 🌿✨

What a great place hidden away and in such a beautiful location. Im celiac and this is the first time in years of booking hotels and telling them on booking and check in this that I received gluten free biscuits in my room. No big deal for people that don't suffer this God awful affliction, you'll never understand. Its the little things that matter sometimes and The Jesmond Dean House have got it spot on. Well done for your attention to detail even leaving a note to say the other biscuits weren't gluten free. We've stayed 2 nights with one to go, unfortunately for me I'll be in Freeman's hospital tonight so won't get to sample the excellent food and service in the bar/restaurant but we'll be back soon. Thanks again

Such a fun and inspiring place to spend the day! The Life Science Centre is perfect for both kids and adults – interactive exhibitions, hands-on experiments, planetarium shows, and even live science demonstrations. Everything is engaging and easy to understand, making science come alive in the most exciting way. Staff are friendly and passionate, which adds to the experience. Highly recommend for families, curious minds, or anyone looking for a unique day out in Newcastle!

Great place to take kids, my 2yo daughter loved the interactive contraptions. For older kids there's even more to do. The planetarium show was great! Highly recommend.

Great for any age. I waited for my daughter to be 8 to go thinking she'd understand more, but actually its great for any age... even a 48 year old! We spent 3 hours without realising where the time had gone! We added Times square parking into the ticket which I thought was good value being right in the centre of Newcastle.

My 9 year old says 5 stars, he loved it! My 6 year old says 4 stars because it closes to early 😂 I say 5 stars because it made it easy to keep my kids entertained a whole day 🥰 We arrived 10 minutes before it opened and stayed in until it closed. *Did most of the experiments *One planetarium show *The live science show *Assembled two Halloween lanterns *Spent a little fortune in the cafes and gift shop. We'll be back!

We visited here as a family for the first time and it definitely won’t be the last so many lovely activities and interactive activities for all ages to enjoy. We visited because of a promotional price on the entry which was fantastic. The staff were very friendly and welcoming and a nice relaxed atmosphere to just wander around at our own pace. We will definitely revisit it.

It is crowded in weekdays if you ask why there is a enormous amount of children maybe from 5 schools because they were in half term and they had field trips recommended to go In the weekend About the place it was amazing as A tourist like me cool science more to needed to add technology exhibits That is it

A proper belter of a day at the Life Science Centre, reet brilliant for bairns and dads alike! Loads of hands-on fun from giant bubbles to brain scans, plus the planetarium that felt like we were zipping round Saturn’s rings. The lads loved pressing buttons, pedalling, and programming bots — pure wonder and learning all rolled into one. If you fancy a day full of fun and curiosity, the Life Science Centre’s where it’s at.

There's always a holiday atmosphere on Newcastle Quayside. Iconic views, Baltic gallery, Millennium Bridge, plenty of pubs and restaurants. A lovely place for an evening stroll. The open air market on a Sunday is great for food, crafts, art and ice cream. In summer there's often special events like the beach resort or a tall ship, and the Baltic always has something new on display for a winter's day.

Totally iconic, I love this bridge. Work has just started on a restoration which seems long overdue. Rust, rot, flaked paint. Poor really, but at least help is on the way for this UK landmark.

The Tyne Bridge is undeniably an iconic symbol connecting Newcastle and Gateshead, embodying the spirit and resilience of the region. When it opened it was the largest single-span bridge globally, and it remains a striking piece of engineering to this day. Walking across the bridge offers breathtaking views of the River Tyne and the surrounding cityscape. At sunset, the scenery is especially beautiful, casting warm hues across the skyline—a perfect backdrop for photos.

Beautiful Views, a highly recommended Landmark for photography when travelling in Newcastle because of how iconic it is.

Brilliant bridge on a nice clear day you can see the whole of Newcastle i like the way it's been built the shape the time taken to build it must have been long but well worth it. We came from Birmingham 5 hour drive to see the sights and it never disappointed brilliant city

Beautiful bridge on river Tyne. They offer beautiful views or river Tyne and surrounding areas

Great engineering at its best. Great views from here overlooking the Swing Bridge and High Level Bridge as well as a great view of parts of the city. Bridge can be noisy as used by all types of vehicles. Wide pavements however if you have children with you, they must not be out of your sight due to the constant vehicular traffic.

I really enjoyed the Royal Theatre. Always present great shows, the staff is very helpful and polite - even if the queue at the bar is long the staff is efficient in serving everyone quickly. I ordered a glass of Prosecco, and it was a good quality one . The theatre is gorgeous with its red velvets and beautiful Edwardian style ornaments - sits are comfortable, and it is a pleasure to go.

Beautiful theatre rich in history. Gallery seating designed perfectly that you can see the stage perfect. More snack options would be my only gripe but a fair selection none the less. Great time

Beautiful theatre both inside and outside. It's not huge but seats are very steep if you don't like heights. We were in the upper circle and view was good. I don't think there are many seats without a decent view. We watched Miss Saigon. Stunning show. Staff are lovely. Big queue for toilets during interval but I suppose that is expected. I have been several times and I always enjoy the venue. It is in a lovely part of Newcastle with stunning buildings, eateries and bars galore. We parked at Dean street car park and it's a very easy walk of about 5 mins. Recommend.

Lovely Theatre. Full of character and charm. One of Newcastle's treasured buildings. Well worth visiting for a show.

It's just a glorious theatre. I have to say my seat in the upper gallery row C end of row was too shallow for my larger posterior! Although row D in UG last week had been fine. I think the seat was smaller to take in the curve of the row. I sat on the stairs and was very comfy! Views were great. Sound is always excellent, something you don't always find in other theatres. Staff are friendly and cheerful. A delightful experience

Love the theatre Royal. Only trouble is tickets sell so fast! So don't get here as often as I like

Fantastic show. Miss siagon was phenomenal. Theatre centrally located, no problem finding parking close by.

This is one of Newcastle's free museums. It was a quiet weekday when I visited. Not been since childhood some 40 years ago, so it was good to go back. Spent a few hours looking at the different aspects of the museum. The Ancient Egypt section was my favourite. Well worth a visit to the Planetarium if you have an interest in the planets, stars and the universe. We watched from Earth to the Universe. Can recommend it.

Review: This review is specifically about the Hadrian’s Wall section of the museum. It was exactly what I had hoped for before beginning my exploratory journey through the Hadrian’s Wall area. The displays offer superb descriptions and are very well laid out. There were only a few visitors in that part of the hall; I was able to take my time and really enjoy the exhibits. One small note: many of the information panels are positioned very low, near the base of the displays, and the lighting in that area isn’t always ideal for reading them, so you often have to crouch or kneel to see the text clearly—something that can be a bit challenging after a while. To be thorough, it takes approximately 90 minutes to go through the Roman and Anglo-Saxon areas of the museum. One plus is that, by seeing where along Hadrian’s Wall the items I was most interested in were discovered, I was able to add several more locations to visit on my trip here. Still, it was everything I’d hoped for. Having visited the area some 30 years ago, I’m simply happy to be back again and to see it presented with such care and detail.

I can't believe this place is free to visit. It's a very good place to learn British history. There is an Egyptian museum as well, with mummies on display. A must-go place with children. It's beautifully managed, and the staff is very kind.

Great museum, came here when I was a kid brought my kids here now bringing grandkids. Easily accessible and free ( can make a donation if you wish ) Had a few facelifts over the years but still great content.

I took my 2 year old dinosaur mad son there and he loved it. Its a beautiful building, and each zone is really well designed. I would have expected to pay a decent amount to see all that was there but its free with donations appreciated. Really recommend it even just for a pop in while in the centre.

I looooove the Hancock, especially when they've got events or new bits and bobs in. Always good fun to visit and I'm glad to see it's been looking more fleshed out recently. Great for families or just history fanatics, free too so I really can't complain.

What a lovely museum. Lots on display with dinosaur to Egyptian mummies and a whole lot more. The museum is free to enter, but a recommended donation is highly encouraged. The whole museum is wheelchair friendly, and they have disabled WC on site. There is a cafe and gift shop as well.

Absolutely loved visiting Newcastle Castle! I was genuinely impressed by the stunning architecture and how well this historic site has been preserved. Every stone seems to tell a story, and the views from the top are simply breathtaking — a perfect blend of history and scenery. Walking through the narrow passages and ancient chambers truly felt like stepping back in time. A must-visit for anyone interested in medieval history or simply looking to explore one of Newcastle’s architectural gems.

Had an amazing visit here as it was included in our walking tour. It's an amazing attraction and lots of history to be learnt. There is a lot of climbing so a reasonable level of fitness is needed, but there are areas to rest and look at historical aspects of the Castle. It wasn't too crowded and the information signs and interactive elements are very good. It's reasonably priced for entry and all in all a great experience.

Visited this castle on the last day of my holiday, and spent an enjoyable couple of hours here. A short but steep walk from the quayside, the castle consists of two main buildings, separated by a wooden bridge, the foundations of an earlier Roman fort, and railway arches. You have to visit the Black Gate first, because it's where you buy your tickets, in a small gift shop at the top of a flight of stone steps (there's a lift if you can't manage stairs). Adult admission is £12.50, it's £8.20 for a child, £11.25 concession. I bought an interesting little guidebook for £4.95, and there are also audio guides. The girl at the ticket desk was really helpful, telling me all about what there was to see and how to get to it. Useful to know that the only toilets in the castle are here too! The Black Gate, built around 1250, was the main gateway to the medieval castle. There's an upstairs exhibition in a former guardroom with artefacts, crafts, and lots of information about Newcastle's long and eventful history, but there's not a lot else to see. Far more interesting for me was the 12th century keep. The well-preserved rooms, on three floors reached by spiral staircases, include a great hall with medieval decorations and a large stone fireplace, a cellar, a Norman chapel, prisoners' cells, medieval toilets and a small room with a well. There are interesting passages and recesses to discover, but also a lot of steps not advisable for anyone with mobility issues to attempt. Plenty of fascinating info about the castle's history and royal connections, a few artefacts, and fun activities that included drawings for children to colour in and medieval board games, and friendly staff around to show me how to play them! But the highlight for me was the spectacular view from the roof! Accessed through an iron door at the top of a spiral staircase, it's a fantastic 360 degree panorama of Newcastle and all its best landmarks, from the Cathedral and Grey's Monument to the Tyne bridges, as well as the trains that were constantly passing below. Wonderful photo opportunities! All in all, a great way to spend the afternoon. Well worth a visit!

A really good few hours exploring the exhibitions and the keep. Amazing building with a lot of stairs joining the floors and great views across the city.

We booked with Newcastle Castle for an event and it was truly amazing. The staff were really organised and attentive in the lead up to the event and at the event itself. It was a really hot day and the team worked extremely hard carrying heavy things like tables etc into the hall and up many flights of stairs to set-up and pack down. The event went late into the evening so we really appreciate the staff working the event until that time and all the effort they put in to make the event super memorable. The castle itself is amazing, views from the rooftop are stunning, it's a beautiful venue! We had the best time ever and created memories we'll treasure forever ❤️

Well worth going just for the views. Amazing. You could see all the city and great place for pictures as well. Also good information in places like the great hall on the history of the castle.

Great historic venue. Lots to see and so here. So many nooks and crannies to look into. Helpful staff and great that your ticket gives you entry for a full year. Quite a few uneven steps so its not ideal for someone who can't walk easily or stand for long periods of time.

Me & my wife went to see WWE live at the arenas on August 24th 2025. We have been to the arena before, but this time we had different seats, which were way better than the previous time. Parking; For the actual arena itself, there is a public street around five minutes walk away which is free parking if you can get a space. If you can’t, the arena does offer parking and so does a car wash nearby which we paid £10. The arena: They charge £9.50 for a pint, which is absolutely insane and not worth the money. The queues for the merchandise stand is also absolutely ridiculous and no order whatsoever which you have people pushing in wherever they can with no one managing this at all. The event itself was pretty good and the seating in the arena overall isn’t bad as you can get a pretty good view from anywhere you sit. The photos provided are from seats in Block 102, Row K, Seats: 68 & 69

Great arena, and lots of accessible areas. Only issues were: slightly over zealous security staff, huge scrum in the entrance and ridiculously high soft drink prices. Enormous queues too, which could have been improved by having separate, signposted soft drinks areas. Also, there was a water fountain but you had to queue to get a plastic glass from the bar (no refillable water bottles allowed). Nonetheless great seating, fab views, and a brilliant show by Peter Kay.

Had a fantastic time at WWE and for my first time at the arena it was a great place to visit!!

John Bishop gig was awesome! Great seats and very very funny 😁

Fantastic venue, saw Riverdance at weekend Easy entry, easy exit, great sound, however only issue was lack of info as to how to access area that was apparently closed off No info despite guard being on duty as we arrived at the stairs, had to ask after waiting 20 minutes to be told stairs were blocked off but we could enter in via main arena then walk up to our seats!! A simply sign could have prevented confusion Other than that, perfect

One of the smaller arenas I've been too but that makes it a better experience as it's not as busy. Staff were friendly and helpful. No issues entering or leaving. Only issue really is the cost of drinks. 2 oasis £9.20 😂

My wife and I had a wonderful time at the Arena. The Arena is showing its age now and it’s very stuck in the 1970s Parking is confusing especially if you disabled. Food is not good. The show and presentation and the staff all first class.

Attended an 80's concert by candlelight. Lovely atmosphere. The staff on the door and the bar/cafe friendly - cakes on offer looked amazing but didnt sample - one for another visit! Lots of space to move out of people's way and dance. Good venue but a little chilly being a cathedral so dancing warms you up.

A nice Cathedral but I dislike new modern furniture being introduced where they clearly don’t fit and here is a good example, nothing appears in keeping. What I liked though was seeing how some homeless people were able to find a seat and rest here from the rain, get warmth and comfort. It’s what a religious building should be doing and looking to reach out.

Lovely and very beautiful free to enter cathedral. Was greeted by kind staff who made sure to tell me where things were and that I could ask questions if I wished. Lots of gorgeous stained glass windows, there are toilets and a cafe as a well as a small gift shop.

Been spoilt,the pews are gone, the laid up regimental colours hidden away on some dingy corner. Place of worship now more often a concert venue full of drunks. No wonder the C of E is becoming a joke.

First time in the Cathedral for a music event. It is an amazing building and the acoustics were very good. Not the real Fleetwood Mac but they were a decent band. Little bit of a trek to the bar area but its good to see that buildings of this type are being used in new ways and being supported by the public.

Beautiful cathedral in the centre of Newcastle. Beautiful architecture, stained glass windows, crypt, and welcoming staff ⛪ Gift shop and cafe on site too 👍🏻

This is a beautiful cathedral in the heart of the city. It's like entering into the spell of a fairy tale. Its calm, serenity, and beauty of architecture are amazing. The place is well maintained and msut visit. It has painted glass, big halls and amazing art.

Very very artsy place. Definitely a place to visit to get your creative juices flowing! Art pieces all came with a pretty crazy price tag so for the rich artsy peeps why spend £500 on a balenciaga when you can get an exotic looking vase! Btw i love the animal pieces that were made using different materials to give cool textures

Parking is extremely difficult. On my visit I came with a lad in a wheelchair and two cars (neither had blue badges) were parked across where the disability bay is situated. There were no alternative spaces nearby. Once inside though the Biscuit Factory is a delight of exhibits by local artists. It's a lovely building to wander around. The cafe has a diverse menu and all our ordered meals were lovely. 5 stars for the gallery and cafe but a star off for parking

Lovely gallery and shop space with a cafe. Stopped in for just under an hour. Didn't visit the cafe this time as came early in the day and not long had breakfast, but enjoyed viewing the books and artwork, as well as checking the upcoming events. Parked a short walk from the location thinking we wouldn't get parked, but there was some spaces left.

Lovely place to go for some nice arts as well as food. I had Imam Bayeldi which was their special that day and it was gorgeous, very tasty and full of flavour. Staff were friendly too. Then looking at some arts which I think are work of local artist and they are lovely and very interesting.

Fantastic gallery, full of interesting, unique pieces. Also includes a great coffee shop, well worth a visit

We visited while we were staying in Newcastle for a few days. We often visit art galleries & I think many are getting better at being inclusive open to all rather than exclusive. This one is fantastic! The building and interior is inviting and as soon as we walked in we were welcomed and a member of the team told us about the gallery as we'd never been before. The artwork was accessible both in terms of viewing and purchasing with the option to pay with installments. We bought a gorgeous sculpture. It was a great experience. Unfortunately we live in Essex so can't go back regularly (there were so many beautiful pieces) but would definitely recommend visiting.

I love this place! I have been to an art class and really enjoyed it, and been on several occasions to mooch around looking at the art and heading to the cafe for some brunch. Lots of variety of art and sculptures, always changing too. Little shop and lots of nicknacks on offer. Great place to buy gifty things or prints.

The Lang Art Gallery is in a lovely building in the centre of Newcastle. The main part of the gallery is free and contains a variety of artworks. There is also a section where you can buy tickets. The current exhibition is ‘Romance to Realities’ where they are displaying art relating to the changing landscapes of the North. It was interesting to see paintings from Durham, Northumberland, and the Scottish boarders. I felt it was worth paying to see. The Gallery has a cafe but I cannot comment on this as I didn’t go in. The gift shop sold a selection of goods from books and cards to jewellery and bags. I travelled by train and it took less than 15 mins to walk from there.

We went today with my daughter because she loves art, and it was incredible. I think everyone should take their kids there to see so many historical pieces and amazing artwork. There are five different art rooms you can visit for free, and there are more exhibitions available if you’re willing to pay.

Free art gallery with a cafe and a shop. There's also an exhibition currently (With These Hands) that requires an admission charge, but I couldn't find information about it (on-site) so I chose not to visit it. However, the free exhibitions are nice on their own. Definitely worth a visit.

A really cool art gallery with some great Newcastle glass and pottery. Short walk from Manors and Monument stations. Good cafe as well! 😀

The Laing Art Gallery features an impressive mix of British art, from classic oil paintings to contemporary exhibitions. Housed in a charming Edwardian building, the gallery offers well-curated and informative displays. Admission is free, and the friendly staff make your visit even better. There’s also a cosy café to relax in after exploring the art, and a playroom for kids, which closes at 15:30 for cleaning. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy art in the heart of Newcastle.

Great gallery. Missed out on one star due to the gift shop not stocking much related to their own collection. Still a great place to visit.

I had a truly delightful morning at the Laing Art Gallery. The space is beautifully curated, with themed galleries providing the perfect setting for an engaging afternoon.

My partner and I got married at The Parlour at the start of June, having booked it a year earlier - and honestly, we couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate our big day. Right from the start, the staff were brilliant - so friendly, helpful, and they really made everything feel relaxed and straightforward. We had a few meetings with Naomi and then our last with Jess. Every meeting felt calm and well-organised, which meant we could actually enjoy the planning! The venue itself was exactly what we were after. We had a small, intimate ceremony and it suited our vibe perfectly. It felt really personal and special - like it was made for us. We had the room decorated using some fabulous suppliers - and were both genuinely blown away when we saw it. It was even more beautiful than we’d imagined! The staff on the day were fantastic too - so attentive - and the food was absolutely delicious. I want to back in time and do it all again 😂 If you’re thinking about getting married at The Parlour- go for it!! You won't be disappointed. They did amazing! X

We chose the parlour as it suited our smaller wedding (43 guests) with a lower minimum spend budget . The value was great food was amazing every guest was so impressed. Plentiful food and drink and the service was amazing from start to finish from the sales teams all the way to those that were there on the day . Emma and Jess were always in response to emails and calls with questions and help and made the booking process and the plan so easy . They offered great advice! Alison and Paul on the wedding day were brilliant . Alison helped calm all our jittery nerves , effortless and professional . Always an eye on the event and us to make sure we and they guests were well looked after. The event was smooth and controlled perfectly. We had a couple guests have an accident , of their own fault, and Alison and Paul were at hand straight away even offering a lift to the hospital. Again so calming and professional. The venue is gorgeous . We know of a couple who got married there in the winter and it's just as beautiful. The chefs where amazing , food was to die for. Honestly, if you are really wanting an intimate , no fuss , chilled but beautiful day look no further! The grounds and aesthetic does not need much as it's cosy and chic in itself already. Thank you to all involved at The Parlour, you are all worth your weight in gold !

The Parlour at Blagdon was just right for our wedding in May 2025. It was everything we were looking for and we knew straight away that this was the venue for us. It gave us such a cosy and magical feel. But what truly made our day perfect was the amazing staff. They did more than we could ask for, showing great care and kindness. From easy planning to everything going smoothly on the day, every small part was handled with great attention. They knew what we needed, making our ideas come true with nice touches. The food was absolutely delicious! Everyone loved every bite. After dinner, the party really got started, and we all danced the night away, making memories that will last forever. Our guests were also very happy with the caring and friendly service. The Parlour at Blagdon isn't just a lovely place; it's where wishes come true, thanks to a team that really cares about making your day special. We truly suggest it for a wonderful experience.

I had my baby shower at the Parlour and I was utterly impressed with the whole venue. The grounds & room were beautiful! All the staff that took part in the day were absolutely lovely and couldn’t do enough for me and all the guests! From booking my event to the finish was a dream, even the sales staff were great! The afternoon tea option I chose was £20 per person with tea or coffee. You get so much lovely food that me and my guests couldn’t finish it all but the staff were great and offered boxes for us to take what was left home. Perfect day!

We attended a wedding reception and thought it was a lovely venue. Loved the way they lit the buildings up and appreciated the heaters when it got a bit chilly. The toilets were lovely and clean & the staff were friendly and helpful. We did think the drinks were rather expensive. £9 for a glass of Sauvignon Blanc but it really was a very nice place to celebrate something special.

We done a job here for a wedding, the guest wanted our superhero soft play for the children to play during the big day. Staff were friendly easy set up great size. If you have a booking at this venue and need a bouncy castle or soft play get in touch now.

We had our wedding at The Parlour on 30th August this year. We had an absolutely fantastic day and our venue and the wonderful team at The Parlour made our day perfect. We had fantastic support through out the planning process. They made the build up to the wedding stress-free and fun. They helped us to plan and make the dreams for the day become a reality. We stayed at The Parlour from Friday to Sunday with our wedding on the Saturday. The attention to detail was incredible. Every single member of the team went above and beyond to make the whole celebration amazing. We were so well looked after, nothing was too much trouble. All of our guests loved the celebrations and couldn't believe what a wonderful venue and team we had for our wedding. This venue is perfect for a relaxed rustic style wedding. Our guests loved how there are different areas for them to relax, dance, enjoy the outside areas. The food is absolutely delicious and the service and organisation impeccable. Thank you so much to all the team at The Parlour for making our wedding absolutely perfect - Amelia and Shaun xxx