Important coal mining centre since medieval times – On the opposite bank of the Tyne stands Newcastle, capital of the northeast and successful mix of...
Destinations,
Newcastle & Gateshead,
Northumberland Tyne & Wear,
North England
Dramatic millenium bridge runs across the Quays – Newcastle has always suffered slightly with an image of being a grim northern industrial city with...
Destinations,
Newcastle & Gateshead,
Northumberland Tyne & Wear,
North England
Britains largest sculpture, The Angel of the North – Arriving from the south Gateshead tends to be the first part of the industrial conurbation that you...
Destinations,
Newcastle & Gateshead,
Northumberland Tyne & Wear,
North England
Liverpool was awarded the European Capital of Culture 2008. The vibrant city is renowned for its arts & culture and is home to numerous museums & galleries including a branch of the Tate Gallery. Read more ...