Top Newcastle-upon-Tyne Outdoor Activities

Immerse yourself in Newcastle’s rich past and handsome architecture on a walking tour around its historical highlights. As you stroll, learn about the city’s Roman, Norman, and mercantile history. Admire Grey’s Monument, Grey Street, the Castle Keep, the Tyne River, and hear about the Victorian entrepreneurs who made Newcastle an Industrial Revolution powerhouse, and discover churches, hidden stairways, and a medieval monastery.

Instead of randomly choosing restaurants and foods while in Newcastle, ensure you hit its best culinary offerings—and landmark sights—during this private tour. With a guide for navigation and personalized attention; visit some of the top food haunts to taste their wares and meet the people behind them. Dive into Grainger Market, visit independent eateries along the Quayside, and enjoy tastings—and the city views—at the Baltic Centre.

The tour offers more sights than some other tours of the beautiful city of Newcastle. On it you will hear about the history of the city from the Iron Age to present day, and also about some of the city's more interesting characters. The tour is less than 4km, does include some steps, and some uneven pavement. Please come prepared according to the weather forecast for that day. In the event of bad weather, please contact me through the message option here on TripAdvisor to see if the tour is still going ahead. Weather cancellations will be very rare.

Explore the hidden gems and iconic sites of beautiful Northumberland on this 2-hour guided walking tour. Learn about the rise and fall of one of Rome’s most famous constructions at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian’s Wall. Discover why Northumberland has more castles than any other county in England. See romantic moorland, sweeping coastlines and medieval villages. This tour brings the places you visit to life, by telling you the secrets tales and anecdotes that archaeologists usually keep to themselves. The tour is perfect for visitors who want to get off the beaten track to explore the history and culture of rugged Northumberland.

Follow in the footsteps of Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope as you explore the filming locations of the hit TV show, Vera. Take a 4-hour guided coach tour through shooting locations such as Newcastle, Gateshead, North Shields and Whitley Bay. This tour is the only one of its kind and is designed for Vera fans who want to explore the filming locations and scenery from this classic crime show.

You can expect a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, where you can learn at your own pace. Qualified guides will be on hand to assist learning and provide you with plenty of fun and laughter. Our equipment is some of the best available, ensuring you have the best possible experience.

This is a unique experience and offers a fantastic mix of city and parks within one cycling tour! Guests will love the mix of the urban and natural! Our guides are experts in their field and the regions and will bring to life all facets of this guided cycling tour!

This tour is one of a kind - it is not a ghost tour. It takes you on a true crimes journey of Newcastle and explores some of the gruesome dark times in the city's history (all brought to life by your local expert). Your tour also takes you past some of the best-known places in the city but diverts to take you through some of the most hidden streets full of wonderful stories to tell!

We will head south over the river to Tweedmouth and Spittal before looping back over the New Bridge to take in the town on the north bank,passing several Lowry Trail boards. The route is relatively flat and uses trails as well as roads which should be suitable for most riders and bike types. The pace will be gentle and will stop regularly at points of interest where you can take photographs and your local guide will answer any questions you may have. Once you have finished your tour you will be in a great position to explore the area more in your own time,choosing your own favourite locations to revisit. A walking tour of the Elizabethan Walls is also available on request,text 07773 311 156 for details.

Spartans Academy of Krav Maga will teach you Krav Maga under the up-to-date model of Pre Fight, In Fight, Post Fight (what to do before, during and after) – avoidance, situational awareness, criminal and human behavior, UK Law Self Defence. The Krav Maga Self Defence skills, knowledge and techniques are sewn into an immaculate, scientifically planned programme to suit all abilities – each class will present you with something to practice and something new to learn.

This walking tour brings the ever changing heritage and culture into life. It explains the history as well as the future developments.

App led Travel Scavenger Hunt Experience - More than 200 Destinations & Challenges - Budget-friendly, Kid Friendly, Avoid Crowds - Ideal for Sightseeing, Hidden Gems, Walking Tours & Road-trips - No tour guides or reservations needed (start anytime you want) - 100% Free Cancellation - 7 Day Access (permitted on 1 device) Travel-themed scavenger hunt with hundreds of destinations & challenges. Contact free travel and truly immersive way to explore When you arrive in the region, simply log in to begin. With hundreds of map pins displayed on your screen, attempt to visit them all (earning points & prizes) or enjoy the journey at your own pace. You travel independently (self-drive/walk) with our GPS technology guiding you every step of the way Friends and family can enjoy together with just one ticket (ticket per device). And with the huge variety of destinations & challenges, it's perfect for all ages A brand-new way to travel & perfect addition for all Day Trips & Holidays

This tour takes you to: • Lake Windermere • Kirkstone Inn • Kirkstone Pass • Brothers Water • Patterdale • Glenridding • Ullswater • Lake Cruise on Ullswater. • Castlerigg stone circle • Lakeside at Keswick • Surprise View • Ashness Bridge • Honister Mine • Honister Pass • Buttermere • Crummock Water  • Moss Force waterfall • Thirlmere • Dunmail Raise • Grasmere • Rydal Water