Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Newcastle upon Tyne

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in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne, England

4 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne

Northumberland, England

Northumberlandia: Lady of the North

A million and a half tons of earth were used to create one of the world's largest land sculptures.

Added by Dr Alan P Newman

7 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne

Spanish Battery, England

Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade Watch House Museum

A collection of maritime artifacts from the world's first volunteer life brigade.

Added by Geordie Explorer

8 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne

Houghton le Spring, England

Penshaw Monument

The nearly 200-year-old folly has a secret spiral staircase hidden in one of its pillars.

Added by georgialk22

8 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne

Tyne and Wear, England

Steel Men Of Wearside

This tribute to Sunderland's mining past stands outside the home of its football club.

Added by Shaunm

10 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne

Atlas Obscura Trips

Legends and Lore of Southern England

Apr 27–May 01, 2020

On our immersive exploration of this historic region, we’ll experience medieval villages, sprawling moors, and Bronze Age ruins, hearing about the enduring tales they’ve inspired.

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Atlas Obscura Trips

Legends and Lore of Southern England

On our immersive exploration of this historic region, we’ll experience medieval villages, sprawling moors, and Bronze Age ruins, hearing about the enduring tales they’ve inspired.

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