Tyne & Wear
Properties and events in Tyne & Wear
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'Churchyard Mysteries' - All-Age Guided Tour
Enjoy a fascinating tour through the Cathedral churchyard. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? Meet us in St Nicholas Square and join us in exploring the Cathedral grounds!
1825 George Stephenson's Stockton to Darlington Railway, talk by Amanda Hepburn
In 2025 we are celebrating the 200th anniversary of the modern railway, join Amanda to find out about George Stephenson's fascinating achievements.
A Heritage Stroll Around Saltwell Park led by Ian Daley
A one-hour stroll around Saltwell Park, exploring its fascinating history, hosted by Ian Daley.
A Library for the Future : Children's Vision for Jesmond Library
Exhibition and informal talk celebrating the creativity of Year 5 students from Newcastle Preparatory School as part of the RIBA Architecture Ambassador Programme.
A Musical Party at Bessie Surtees House
A display and discussion on musical instruments in a seventeenth century domestic household at Bessie Surtees House
A Tour and talk, from Roman Milecastle to Arts Centre
The history of the Arts Centre site goes back to the building of Hadrian’s Wall and a Milecastle Courtyard that is still in use. The fascinating story of this political, mercantile and cultural powerhouse is told on a guided tour.
A Walk in the Park
A Heritage Walk in the Park covering the history of the first People's Park in Newcastle, its setting in the Leazes Conservation Area and some of its flora & fauna
African Footsteps
Follow in the footsteps of Paul Robeson, Frederick Douglass, and 18th–20th century African and Caribbean residents and students. This heritage walk celebrates the people and places that shaped history in Newcastle.
All Saints Church, Newcastle upon Tyne
Visitors can enjoy the grandeur and beauty of the only elliptical church in England, whilst being guided through its history.
An Architectural Tour of Old Sunderland
Join Peter and Hillary Turton on a short walk around the East End of Sunderland and see the architectural gems still remaining in the area. These include the first purpose-built masonic lodge in the world, the original Trafalgar Square and buildings
Arbeia Roman Fort
Free tour of Arbeia Roman Fort.
Architecture by Industrial Railway Engineers - Five Centuries with the World's Oldest Railway at Tanfield
Our section of Tanfield Railway celebrates its 300th anniversary this year, making it the oldest operating railway in the world, but the whole route spans five centuries. Visit to learn more about our development historically and now.
Ballast Hills Burial Ground Poetry and Music Performance: Beneath This Ground
Join us at Ballast Hills Burial Ground for Beneath This Ground, a moving performance of poetry and fiddle music inspired by the lives of 40,000 people buried here, bringing their stories to life in this historic and atmospheric setting.
Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art: Building History and Behind the Scenes Tour
Join us for an exclusive behind the scenes look at Baltic. You'll learn about the history of the building and the regeneration of the Quayside area.
Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art: Quayside Tour
Explore the NewcastleGateshead Quayside and local history as Baltic Crew take you on this relaxed tour.
Behind the Books Tours
Join one of our expert guides to find out about the fascinating history of one of Newcastle's hidden gems.
Behind the Scenes with Progressive Players @ Little Theatre Gateshead
Have a tour of the only theatre to be built and to open during WW2. The Little Theatre Gateshead was built as a permanent home for the Progressive Players by the influential Dodds Sisters.
Bensham Grove Community Centre/ The newly discovered history of Bensham Grove Settlement 1919-1950
Come and hear about Babies, Art and J.B.Priestly. The first Nursery in the North-East, the Unemployed Men's Club, Music, Dancing, and Strong Women. All at Bensham Grove Community Centre, Bensham, Gateshead.
Birkheads Secret Garden
Visit Birkheads Secret Gardens to see the transformation of a former opencast mining site. The completed restoration is now a rural haven for wildlife, locals & international tourist attraction. Sept. 12-14th and Sept.18th-21st 1100-1500.
Blackfriars Restaurant
Enjoy a 45 minute tour of Blackfriars unique 13th century former-Dominican friary's heritage with a walk through it's medieval spaces and an explanation of its past to present.