Newcastle is a city that has over 2,000 years of history and has become known as a friendly and vibrant city. It is situated in the north east of England and is on the banks of the River Tyne. It offers views of all of the scenic beauty that can be found in Northumbria and is truly an ideal vacation for anyone that is looking for a little more. Here you can enjoy the heritage coastline and bask in all of the sand dunes and sandy beaches that the area offers. You can use this county as a starting point to head to Hadrian’s Wall or just stick around and enjoy what the city itself has to offer.

All the way back in 1080 Newcastle was created as the Romans built a bridge over the River Tyne and built wooden forts in the area. The wood was later turned into stone in order to create more structure and to this day the area becomes the prime example of Norman architecture for military purposes. The town walls themselves were built throughout the 13th and 14th centuries.

Thanks to the military fortification, Newcastle become a very important part of the trading community and was known as one of the top provincial centres in all of the UK. Newcastle’s main export was coal and the tax from all of their trade helped to bring exponential wealth to the entire area. All of that new wealth led to rebuilding in the area and the emergence of an impressive and functional city centre that can be seen to this day. A lot of architectural work went into the buildings and streets that make up Newcastle and most of those locations have become theatres, department stores, shops, cafes, and other hot spots.

Newcastle Upon Tyne is an area that is ripe for tourists and filled with old and new attractions alike. Some of the most impressive sights include the St. Nicholas Cathedral, Castle Keep, Bessie Surtees’ House, Blackfriars and the Earl Grey’s Monument. If you have had enough of the sightseeing attractions then you can take a much deserved break with a walk through the Jesmond Dean park which is located in the middle of the city.

The area is also a hot spot for shopping as it boasts 3 unique shopping centres as well as a number of local shops and art districts. There are also a number of entertainment options including leisure centres, clubs, theatres, cinemas, bistros, pubs, and coffee shops that are sure to meet the needs of anyone’s style or budget.

On top of all of that, Newcastle-upon-Tyne is known for its wide range of accommodations that are sure to meet you and your family’s needs. Just be sure that you take the time to sit back and unwind with some local Newcastle Brown Ale.

This fascinating city is sure to mesmerize you and offer everything that you dream of when trying to plan that perfect vacation getaway. So be sure to stop in and see all that is has to offer for yourself, instead of just relying on articles and pictures online.