Description
Staying in the vibrant city on the mighty River Tyne, immerse yourself into the electric atmosphere of Newcastle with its buzzing vibe, stunning quayside setting and some of England's finest Georgian and Victorian architecture. The highly-acclaimed Geordie capital is your brilliant base for this weekend which packs in Northern history and heritage, where many of the one-time factories and warehouses have been transformed into galleries, museums, bars and entertainment venues. Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the 'Geordie Capital' and spend a day at Beamish, the wonderful award-winning open-air museum which tells the story of life in North East England over 200 years.
Itinerary
Newcastle - Geordie capital
Day 1 - After joining your holiday coach, heading northwards with suitable stops for lunch and refreshments expect to arrive at the centrally located 4* Maldron Hotel late afternoon for 3 nights. Arrival night and last night include breakfast & dinner. The middle night is on a breakfast basis only to give you the opportunity to sample the local cuisine. There are plenty of eateries within easy walking distance of the hotel from chain restaurants, fast food, pubs and restaurants.\n\nDay 2 - 3 At leisure with one included excursion and a full day at leisure in Newcastle\n\nDelve into Newcastle's heritage, sights and stories and experience how the city has dramatically changed from 'carrying coal' to becoming a cultural hub of Northern East England. City highlights include Old Newcastle (castle and cathedral quarters - entrances not included), classic Grainger Town and iconic Grey Street (Earl Grey - he of the tea!), St James Park Football Ground and the lively Quayside district\n\nINCLUDED EXCURSION\nBeamish, the Living Museum of the North\nTouch, taste, hear, see and smell history on an unforgettable journey into the past at England's largest open-air museum. Set in 300 acres of beautiful Durham countryside, Beamish - The Living Museum of the North brings 200 years of English history to life. Hop on a tram and make your way around the vast museum: visit the 1900s town and watch traditional sweets being made in the sweet shop, then visit the dentist (if you dare!). Try a tasty treat from the Edwardian Bakery or a pint at the Sun Inn Pub, then step even further back in time to the 1800s and take a steam train ride through the Georgian landscape on replica locomotives. Immerse yourself in the 1900s at the Pit Village by going down a real mine and enjoying a traditional fish and chips at Davy's Fried Fish Shop. Other attractions include a Georgian pottery as well as a cinema, milk bar, record shop and toy shop in the 1950s town. Staff are dressed in period costume, which makes the experience truly authentic.\n\nDay 4 - After breakfast, return homewards, arriving back at your local joining points early to mid-evening.
Your Holiday Highlights
- Hotel for 3 nights in central Newcastle with breakfast- First & last nights with dinner included- Porterage- Entrance to Beamish Museum- Day at leisure in Newcastle
Venue Information
Maldron Hotel, Newcastle
Situated in Newcastle City Centre, the modern 4* Maldron Hotel features free WiFi and a private court yard. Located in a prime central location with all of the beautiful city's attractions right on the doorstep, the hotel has a restaurant, bar and coffee shop. \n\nGuestrooms are bright, contemporary amd spacious and come with all mod cons including a desk, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities, in-room safe and hairdryer. Some rooms feature city views. \n\nThere is a lift