Newcastle Castle History Book

Newcastle Castle    

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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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Mar 26, 2025
We've done a visit as a part of a school trip. Sally was absolutely wonderful and the kids enjoyed a lot from all the nitty-gritty details she shared with them.Full review by Rodrigo S
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
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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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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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