Newcastle Castle

Newcastle Castle    

www.newcastlecastle.co.uk
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Now reopened to the public after a £1.67M restoration... Explore the site of the Castle that gave the city its name and discover its medieval gatehouse, the Black Gate. Uncover the changing face of the …
Now reopened to the public after a £1.67M restoration... Explore the site of the Castle that gave the city its name and discover its medieval gatehouse, the Black Gate. Uncover the changing face of the Castle through the ages: from royal fortress and border stronghold to grim dungeon and teeming slum. New exhibits allow visitors to experience what life would have been like for inhabitants in these two astonishingly preserved medieval buildings.

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Jan 5, 2025
Newcastle Castle is a great step back in time into the great history of Newcastle. Small entyr fee, but it's worth it. Also offers great views of the city. Full review by 509waynem
Nov 12, 2024
The castle is near the church and no doubt it’s old. It’s smaller and most all the surrounding fortifications are small. I’ve been to a decent number of European castles and this one doesn’t have a… Full review by Flyingboy58
Oct 13, 2024
Honestly a bit disappointing as there is not a whole lot to see. Do not come with expectations of a large castle, this is more of a square fort across a few different levels, and a small exhibition n… Full review by Wikumj
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The Castle, Newcastle, or Newcastle Castle is a medieval fortification in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, built on the site of the fortress that g…
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The Castle in Newcastle on Tyne in England is a fortress built dating back to 1177. Solely built for defense purposes, it represents the violen…
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Is there a guided tour at the castle? If so, when?
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Visits to the Castle are self-led, however we do run occasional guided tours, e.g. as part of Heritage Open Days. Please do keep an eye on our website's What's On page.
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What is the cost for entry?
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Our prices have recently changed as our tickets are now annual passes - buy once, visit as many times as you want in one year! Our current prices are as follows: Adult: £12.50 Child (5 …
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Our prices have recently changed as our tickets are now annual passes - buy once, visit as many times as you want in one year! Our current prices are as follows: Adult: £12.50 Child (5-15 years old): £8.20 Child (4 or younger): FREE Family (2 adults + 3 children): £35.25 Concession (senior, disabled, student, unwaged): £11.25
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Can we visit with our well behaved dog please?
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Hello. Guide-dogs only, we're afraid.
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Answer by Peter C · May 30, 2016
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Is the Newcastle Castle handicapped accessible?
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Hello Rita. The Castle consists of two buildings: the Castle Keep and Black Gate. The Black Gate is fully accessible, with a lift and accessible toilets. The Castle Keep has a lot of …
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Hello Rita. The Castle consists of two buildings: the Castle Keep and Black Gate. The Black Gate is fully accessible, with a lift and accessible toilets. The Castle Keep has a lot of narrow stairs and only the lower ground floor is fully accessible to wheelchair users. If you explain the limitations of your visit upon arrival, you will be able to get tickets at a concessionary rate.
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Answer by Peter C · May 30, 2016
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Is there a cafe/bar within the Castle grounds?
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There isn't, no. However St Nicholas Cathedral next door has a café which is open 8:30am – 3:30pm Monday – Friday. The Newcastle Quayside is less than five minutes' walk away …
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There isn't, no. However St Nicholas Cathedral next door has a café which is open 8:30am – 3:30pm Monday – Friday. The Newcastle Quayside is less than five minutes' walk away and has lots of bars and cafés
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Answer by Peter C · Mar 27, 2016
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What are your opening hours?
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We are open 7 days a week April - October, and we close Tuesday & Wednesdays in November - March. We are open 10am -...
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