Newcastle is a large and busy city, yet for all the hustle and bustle it also has many beautiful and well-tended parks and gardens that locals and visitors to Newcastle can enjoy.
Tyne Riverside Country Park
Located on the outskirts of the city the Tyne Riverside Country Park is situated close to the River Tyne. The park covers a huge expanse of wonderful parkland including the river, walkways, bridle paths, woodland, grassland and agricultural land.
The park is open every day, summer & winter, 24 hours a day. The toilets are open most days 9-5 (may occasionally be closed in winter)
Address:
Tyne Riverside Country Park
Grange Road
Newburn
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE15 8ND
Tel: 0191 264 8501
Exhibition Park
Found right in the heart of the city, Exhibition Park is a wonderful place to escape the fast-paced life of the city. The park covers 35 acres and was opened just after 1881 for the use of the people of Newcastle and visitors to the city.
This wonderful park includes moorland and a large selection of plants, while also hosting many activities such as boating, picnic area, café, Military Vehicle Museum, basketball, tennis, mini golf and a children’s play area and more.
Address:
Exhibition Park
Claremont Road
Newcastle
NE1
Tel: 0191 261 9495
Saltwell Park
Saltwell Park is the epitome of a fine Victorian park, with 55 acres of the most beautiful landscapes, woodland and gardens along with the awe-inspiring architecture of the Victorian Saltwell Towers building.
The park is open from 11am to 5pm in the summer months and 11am to 3pm in the winter months, including all bank holidays.
Address:
Saltwell Park
Saltwell Road
Gateshead
NE8 4SF
Tel: 0191 433 5900
Leazes Park
Leazes Park is located right near St. James’ Park, Newcastle United‘s home of football, and is a wonderful green area for people to visit.
Leazes Park was originally opened in 1873 as a place for the public’s health and recreation: it is still a popular attraction today.
Visitors to the park can ramble around the grassy areas, large lake or the woodland area of the park, as well as enjoy the other recreational activities on offer. Leazes Park offers tennis courts, bowling greens, fishing and rowing boats.
Address:
Leazes Park
Leazes Park Road
Newcastle
NE1
Tel: 0191 261 7231