Gateshead

Destination

Discover Gateshead from iconic and stylish buildings, extraordinary landmarks and a vibrant, lively art scene to exciting events, an outstanding shopping experience and beautiful countryside.
Gateshead is fast becoming one of the biggest cultural quarters in the country capturing the imagination of the world with The Angel of the North - Britain's largest sculpture, The Gateshead Millennium Bridge - the world's first tilting bridge, BALTIC - the ambitious Centre for Contemporary Art, and The Sage Gateshead – the regional music centre designed by Lord Foster.

What's on Offer

Amenities

Indulge the ultimate shopping experience at Europe's largest indoor shopping mall - MetroCentre Gateshead, the wealth of open and easily accessible countryside, parks and gardens in everyone's reach or outstanding events such as the Great North Run, Heritage Open Days & Enchanted Parks- just to name a few from the calendar of exciting events.

Places to Visit

Gateshead offers a diverse and exciting experience for visitors and residents alike with its range of attractions, beautiful countryside, variety of events and lively art scene. Gateshead is fast becoming a 'must-see' place for visitors of all ages.
The Gateshead Angel of the North is Britain's largest sculpture, designed by Antony Gormley for Gateshead Council.
Saltwell Park - encompassing 55 acres of landscape – with ornamental and woodland gardens, boating lake, sports facilities, bowling greens, play areas, animal house, maze, education centre and the beautiful Victorian Saltwell Towers.

Shopping

Metrocentre is the No1 shopping and leisure centre in the UK - and the largest in Europe. The Centre has over 330 stores and is stocked full of key designer and cost conscious brands. Metrocentre is more than a shopping experience, with a new IMAX Theatre now open, a host of great restaurants and entertainment including a Namco Funscape.

Eating Out

Six is the stunning rooftop restaurant at the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, combining breath taking panoramic views, with great food and great service.

Recreation & Sport

For a more adventurous day out visit Whickham Thorns. Complete with an assault course, climbing wall, ski slope, archery, orienteering and snowboarding.
For Cycling walking and Horse Riding visit Gateshead’s Beautiful Countryside.

Accommodation

Gateshead is packed full of accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets. There is a huge choice both in the nearby city centre of Newcastle and the surrounding area and whether you are looking for 4-star luxury, a traditional Bed and Breakfast or to rent your own apartment.

Getting There

Road

The A1(M) passes through Gateshead linking the area to London, the South, Scotland and major routes across the country. The A69 links west to Carlisle, the Lake District and, via the M6, to the South and West of England.

Rail

Direct rail services run from many UK cities to Newcastle Central Station.

Sea

The International Passenger Terminal at Royal Quays, North Shields is only 8 miles (11km) east of Newcastle city centre.

Air

Newcastle International Airport is located within a 20 minute drive.