Newcastle Castle

Newcastle Castle    

www.newcastlecastle.co.uk
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(1K) · Castle in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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The Castle Keep & Black Gate - Newcastle's most historic buildings - recently reopened following a Heritage Lottery funded regeneration.

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Feb 3, 2025
Oh my this place was amazing and corry was the best cheers mate me and my kids love it would definitely return. Cheers matesFull review by Rhys M
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
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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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Questions & answers

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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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Adult £6.50 Senior (60 years and over) £5.50 Disabled (includes one free carer) £5.50 Students (with valid ID card) £5.50 Unwaged £5.50 Child (5-15 years) £3.90 Child (0-5 years …
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Adult £6.50 Senior (60 years and over) £5.50 Disabled (includes one free carer) £5.50 Students (with valid ID card) £5.50 Unwaged £5.50 Child (5-15 years) £3.90 Child (0-5 years old) Free Family of four £15.90
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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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