Newcastle upon Tyne Events December and Christmas 2009 – What’s On in Newcastle UK

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Running, Jumping, Swimming and Heavy Lifting: Sports Centres near Newcastle

 

worlds-favorite-sport-by-vramakSports Centres in Newcastle upon Tyne


Newcastle is a beacon of light in the North East, a place of wonderful people, great nights out, amazing views and generally a brilliant place to visit. As well as all these things the city of Newcastle is also a great place for sports and leisure, as shown by the great facilities
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Making a Canny Christmas: Fairs and Markets near Newcastle November – December 2009

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Christmas Fairs in and around Newcastle upon Tyne 2009

The run up to Christmas time would not be complete without a visit to a Christmas fair, and the city of Newcastle has a great range to choose from.

Whether you want to get in the mood by sampling Christmas food and drink, as you wander in your scarf and gloves looking for a gift for that ‘hard to buy for’ relative, or you are seeking a fun time for you and the children, you will find it in Newcastle.

These Christmas fairs and markets provide a good taster
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Discover Gateshead

 

gateshead-by-byrnsey-flickrGateshead is located next to the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, on the banks of the River Tyne in north-east England.

 
The population of Gateshead totals some 79,000 inhabitants making it small in comparison to the neighbouring city of Newcastle, but as the centre of Gateshead and Newcastle are extremely close, the two combine to make the main core of Tyneside.
 
Although Gateshead is not huge, the town has a wonderful history dating back to the times of the Romans. Gateshead has been named in numerous historical documents,
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A Village in the City: The Centre for Life, Newcastle

 

centre-for-life-by-samuel-mann-flickrThe Centre for Life: a Science Village


The Centre for Life is found in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne city centre and is a village created as a place to encourage the advancement for all life sciences.

The Centre for Life encourages scientists, clinicians, educationalists and business people from all walks of life to come together
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Tours Around Newcastle upon Tyne: History and Monuments

 

newcastle-skyline-by-lolas-big-adventure-flickrMonuments and Historical Buildings in Newcastle upon Tyne

 
Newcastle upon Tyne is a city that is nearly two thousand years old, where you can see many historic buildings and monuments of interest that are sure to captivate locals and visitors to Tyne and Wear.

 
If you are visiting Newcastle but don’t know where to begin your tour or which attractions should not be missed, then here at the Directory of Newcastle upon Tyne we have a small selection of local monuments and points of interest that we are sure will give you a good starting point!
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