1-Hour and a Half Walking Guided Tour in Medieval Newcastle
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Join us for a tour around the fascinating remains of medieval Newcastle, including free entry to Newcastle Castle. This tour will explore the medieval history of Newcastle which lies hidden behind the modern city. One of our authentically costumed guides will take you from St Andrews, Newcastle's oldest church, past the formidable town walls taking in Friaries, merchant houses, markets and guild headquarters, before finishing at the imposing Black Gate - the gatehouse of Newcastle's Castle. From here you will be free to explore the amazingly preserved remains of the Black Gate and Castle Keep for yourselves - tickets are included in the price of the tour.1 hour 30 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Entry fee to Newcastle Castle
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St. Andrew's Church
Newgate Street, , Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, NE1 5SSOur guide will meet you here and tell you all about Newcastle's oldest Church as well as about the time Newcastle was ruled from Scotland!10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
The Newcastle Town Wall
Orchard Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, NE1 5EFNewcastle once boasted the "largest and fairest" walls of any town in England. Hear tales of sieges, jousts and battles from our guide, including the deeds of the legendary "Hotspur". 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Blackfriars Medieval Friary
Friars Street, Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, NE1 4XNNewcastle's Black Friars began life as the home of the town's Dominician Friars - supposedly "holy men" they soon amassed wealth and political power.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Newcastle Cathedral
St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, NE1 1PFOnce the largest of Newcastle's four parish churches, today the city's Cathedral, St Nicholas' Church is a monument to the wealth and grandeur of Newcastle's merchants.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
The Guildhall
Sandhill, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, United KingdomToday's "guildhall" stands on a site occupied since 1216 when the merchants of Newcastle first received a Royal Charter.5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location6
Trinity House
Trinity House Broad Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, NE1 3DQThe Guild of Masters and Mariners of Newcastle was founded in the Middle Ages and once controlled all shipping from Whitby to Berwick.5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location7
Newcastle Castle
The Black Gate Castle Garth, Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, NE1 1RQNewcastle Castle includes the two finest surviving medieval buildings in the city, the Black Gate and the iconic Castle Keep. Together they formed part of the royal castle that gave its name to the town. Our guide will introduce you to the Castle outside and you are then free to explore both buildings at your leisure after the end of your tour.10 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Go the gate of St Andrew's Churchyard and a guide will meet you there. They will be dressed in medieval clothing so should be easy to spot!View Location
End point
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The tour ends at the Black Gate, the gatehouse of Newcastle Castle. All ticket holders on this tour also get complimentary access to Newcastle Castle for the remainder of the day (last entry 4pm, Castle closes at 5pm)View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.
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