Grainger Town
Grey's Monument, 150 Grainger Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 5AF
This walk takes a look at the first planned town centre in the country by Richard Grainger in 1830’s and to link it to the refurbishment of his town centre that took place between 1997-2003 that gave Grainger Town its name. The 1990’s regeneration covers a much wider area than the buildings built by Grainger to include all the historic buildings in the city “at risk”.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 14 September:
- 14.30
Location & directions
Grey's Monument, 150 Grainger Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 5AF
- Contact on day:
- Newcastle Association of City Guides
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- To attend our walks you need to be reasonably fit, prepared to be responsible for your own safety, and to supervise any children in your care. Appropriate clothing and footwear is recommended. A bottle of water, an umbrella and an extra layer wouldn't go amiss. The British weather is notoriously changeable! Newcastle is an historic city with uneven pavements and narrow passages add to its unique character. There are also often steps to navigate.
- Booking contact name:
- Patricia Lowery
- Booking telephone number:
- +447949680345
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grainger-town-free-tour-for-heritage-open-days-wa-tickets-1376274045719?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Booking opens:
- 01 Aug 2025 01:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 13 Sep 2025 05:00 PM
Accessibility details
Our walks take approximately 90 minutes, are you comfortable walking and standing for that length of time? If there’s any activity you are unable to do or if you have a concern, please contact us at [email protected] before booking. We try to stick to footpaths and use pedestrian crossings where available. If you have any pre-medical conditions or injuries that may affect you walking or feel unwell during a walk, please let your Guide know.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 70
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
