Check-out our top 5 reasons why you'll need to pack more than just your overnight bag. This is not only your perfect excuse to stay for longer than just your conference, event, meeting or wedding, but also your 'it's a must' checklist for when you step of the train, plane or bus.
Reason One: A to B
Regardless of whether you've just landed in Newcastle International Airport; arrived in under 3 hours from London on the train or travelled by road, everything is already at your finger tips. From a fantastic bus network and the iconic Tyne & Wear Metro system to a trendy electric Scooter or just good old fashioned walking, you can get from A to B with ease across NewcastleGateshead!
"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." newcastlegateshead.com
Reason Two: Northumberland, Cumbria and Beyond...
Speaking of travel, why not take a look at the beautiful areas we have surrounding our city. Whether you're looking for scenic countryside in the Lake District, stunning coastlines throughout Northumberland or stretching your legs over the border into Scotland, all are accessible via train, bus or motorway.
Reason Three: Or stay right where you are!
Whilst Newcastle can be a great starting point to further your journey, ensure to schedule in more than enough time to explore every nook and cranny before stepping outside of NewcastleGateshead's iconic landscape. Once you've zig-zagged across the Tyne, exploring both Newcastle and Gateshead, wander up Grey's Street and admire Newcastle's iconic Georgian architecture. Here you'll find an abundance of shops, restaurants and entertainment. Just at the top of Northumberland Street you'll find the Northumbria University campus, where you can enjoy a bite to eat whilst you explore our fabulous venues and green spaces. To complete your walking tour of the Toon, you can head back through Ouseburn Valley for an independent pint, live music and fantastic views!
Reason Four: Markets, Theatre, Arts and Culture
Once the evening has crept in, there's just enough time to pick up some dinner from Grainger Market and head back to your hotel to get ready to make the most of what Newcastle has to offer after dark. Whether you're looking to go dancing, watch a play, a comedy show or you're favourite band play live, you'll have to narrow it down yourself as there is always plenty of choices! You could always extend your stay for one more night...
Reason Five: There's so much more to come...
Okay, so we know you're already sold on NewcastleGateshead, but that's not all. There's is plenty in the pipeline for our wonderful region. Including the New Conference Centre along the quayside, the Wye Aye Wheel, the Innside Melia Hotel, the Newcastle Film Festival, the Magic Weekend 2021, the Great North Run and so much more!
We can't wait to see you soon!
Ailsa Ingham, Conference & Events Administrator, Venues at Northumbria