Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England — Attractions
Castle Keep and New Castle
Originally known as Monkchester, Newcastle only got its present name when Robert Curthose, son of the infamous William the Conqueror, built his 'New Castle' on the site of the Roman Fort, Pons Aelius in 1080. Used as a point of defense, the Castle was originally built of wood and timber, but was later rebuilt in stone and today, visitors can explore the remains of the Castle, as well as the Castle Keep built later on the same site by Henry II.
- Region/City Name
- Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
- Address
- St Nicholas Street, Castle Garth
- Phone Number
- (0)191 232 7938
- Website
- www.castlekeep-newcastle.org.uk
- Hours
- 10am Monday to Saturday and 12pm on Sunday, last admission 4.15pm, close 5pm. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
- Admission
- £4 (adults), under 18s free when accompanied by adult.
Hadrian's Wall
In order to separate the Roman Empire in Britain from the 'Barbarians,' in AD122 Emperor Hadrian ordered the building of an impressive wall. Taking approximately six years to complete, the Wall stretches for roughly 80 miles (120km) from South Shields to Ravenglass, passing through present-day Newcastle. Dotted along the Wall are several forts, temples, turrets and milecastles and visitors can explore these fascinating 2,000-year-old remains, as well as the surrounding countryside. Hadrian's Wall was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
- Region/City Name
- Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
- Phone Number
- (0)1434 322 002
- Email Address
- info@hadrians-wall.org
- Website
- www.hadrians-wall.org
- Admission
- Free
BALTIC Center for Contemporary Art
The BALTIC Center for Contemporary Arts is a unique and fascinating collection of ever-changing exhibits, set in an old flourmill on the south bank of the River Tyne. The biggest gallery of its kind, the Center allows visitors to explore the innovative and unusual world of top contemporary artists, both local and international. The BALTIC Center also plays host to various performances, activities, talks and visitors have an opportunity to interact with the latest artist-in-residence. Some of the Center's past, present and future exhibitors include Sam Taylor-Wood, Wang Du, Susan Hiller and Keith Haring.
- Region/City Name
- Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
- Address
- South Shore Road, Gateshead Quays
- Phone Number
- (0)191 478 1810
- Email Address
- info@balticmill.com
- Website
- www.balticmill.com
- Hours
- Daily 10am to 6pm, Tuesdays 10.30am to 6pm. Last entry is 15 minutes before closing
- Admission
- Free
