Eldon Square Shopping Centre is at the true heart of Newcastle Upon Tyne and is an essential part of any trip to our city. If you’re planning a visit, why not take a look at these other excellent attractions and resources about what’s happening.

Local News & Media
Tourism Organisations
Entertainment Venues
Places of Interest
Sport
Travel

Local News & Media

icNewcastle
icNewcastle is the official website of the Newcastle Evening Chronicle, The Journal and Sunday Sun – the three premiere newspapers in the north east of England. Features include all the latest news, What’s On listings and north east sport.

Metro Radio
Metro Radio is the largest commercial radio station in the region broadcasting on 97.1 FM. Visit the website to listen online and find out about the latest events and contests taking place in the region.

BBC Newcastle
For regional news, travel information and weather check out BBC Newcastle or click here to listen to BBC local radio programming online including full match commentary on Newcastle United fixtures.

Tourism Organisations

Visit NewcastleGateshead
Celebrating the world-class Culture of the combined area, this website details everything from the latest must-see attractions, to maps and city guides. Like the city, it’s well worth a visit.

Visit North East England
Official tourist information site for visitors to our region, detailing Newcastle Upon Tyne and further afield to the historic monuments of Northumberland and County Durham – just a short bus or train ride away from Eldon Square and Newcastle City Centre.

City Council Leisure & Tourism
Newcastle City Council’s website provides information on a large number of local events and attractions. Practical advice about car parking and public transport can also be found on their site.

Entertainment Venues

Metro Radio Arena
The Newcastle Metro Radio Arena is the largest concert and exhibition venue in the north east of England. With a whole host of top names music artists and sporting events forthcoming, a night at the Arena makes the perfect finish to a day in Eldon Square.

Newcastle Journal Tyne Theatre
The Journal Tyne Theatre is a short walk from Eldon Square and features many excellent dramatic and musical productions. Visit the website for a full list of forthcoming events, booking information and directions.

Newcastle Theatre Royal
This prestigious theatre is set among the striking Georgian architecture of Newcastle’s Grey Street – voted ‘Best Street in the UK’ by BBC Radio 4 listeners. Frequently visited by top class west-end productions, including the Royal Shakespeare Company, Theatre Royal is best experienced after dining in one of Eldon Square’s new restaurants as it is just a short walk away.

Carling Academy Newcastle
A lively concert hall a comfortable ¼ mile walk from Eldon Square, the Newcastle Academy is the premier venue for the latest rock and indie acts and features regular alternative club nights.

Newcastle City Hall
A classic and intimate venue for music and comedy performers, Newcastle City Hall is steeped in the rich heritage of entertainment. The website offers an online booking system and has a full calendar of events.

Places of Interest

There are many top quality attractions in the Newcastle area that compliment a day out shopping in Eldon Square. Why not try the following?

• Centre For Life – Bringing science to life for the whole family.
• Newcastle Science City – Pioneering science project for Newcastle.
• Tyne and Wear Museums – Details many top class museums and galleries.
• Baltic Contemporary Art – A short bus ride away on the Quayside.
• The Sage Gateshead – Unique concert venue on the banks of the Tyne.
• National Trust – Details of many historic sites local to Newcastle.

Sport

Newcastle United Football Club
Catch up with all the latest action from Newcastle’s beloved Magpies. Includes online ticket sales, fixture lists and all the latest video highlights. St. James’ Park is a short walk from Eldon Square and visiting supporters and their families are always welcome.

Newcastle Falcons
The Guiness Premiership rugby side are based at Kingston Park, a five minute Tyne and Wear Metro ride away from Eldon Square from the Monument Station. Check out fixtures, the latest statistics and buy tickets online.

Newcastle Eagles
The 2005-2006 and 2006-2007 season BBL playoff champions are based at the Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle regularly tipping off for Friday night action, the perfect intermission between enjoying Eldon Square shopping and Newcastle’s famous nightlife.

Newcastle Vipers
Elite League Ice Hockey tears up the ice at Newcastle’s Metro Radio Arena on Saturday and Sunday nights. Check out the latest fixtures, buy tickets and merchandise online.

Travel

Newcastle Airport
International Airport with frequent flights from many domestic and European cities. Newcastle Airport is a ten minutes Tyne and Wear Metro ride away from Eldon Square and the city centre. The following airlines serve Newcastle Airport:

• Easyjet
• Jet2
• British Airways
• Ryanair
• Thompson Fly
• Eastern Airways
• Flybe
• Aer Lingus (Republic of Ireland)
• Air France
• Lufthansa (Germany)
• KLM (Netherlands)
• Wideroe (Norway)

Port of Tyne
International ferry terminal with regular arrivals from Norway and the Netherlands. Check online for crossing times and fares. DFDS Seaways and P&O Ferries both service Port of Tyne.

National Express
Bus transport network serving Newcastle from many points of the UK. The National Express drop off point is approximately ½ mile away from Eldon Square Shopping Centre. Other bus companies serving Newcastle include: Megabus.

Tyne and Wear Journey Planner

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