Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour

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About this activity

This tour is one of a kind - it is not a ghost tour.

It takes you on a true crimes journey of Newcastle and explores some of the gruesome dark times in the city's history (all brought to life by your local expert).

Your tour also takes you past some of the best-known places in the city but diverts to take you through some of the most hidden streets full of wonderful stories to tell!

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Newcastle Tour Company

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Memorable historic images (which we can send to you via Whatsapp or email)
Included: Professional storyteller / tourist guide

Not included

Not included: Food & Drink
Not included: Private transportation
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Grainger Town

15 min

Venture through Grainger Town and witness some of the dark histories and stories surrounding Newcastle's most elegant streets!
Stop 2

Passing by

Explore the area around the oldest church in town (St. Andrews) and venture into the churchyard itself - home to some of the most gruesome witch killings in English history.
Stop 3

10 min

Not only known for drinking and partying - noooo, also known in history for thieving and bar fights! Discover some of the most famous outbreaks of violence whilst wandering the streets of Bigg Market & places surrounding Newcastle's oldest pub, The Old George.
Newcastle Castle

Passing by

Walk through the old prison of Newcastle Castle and hear the stories surrounding this medieval masterpiece!
Stop 5

Passing by

Many little alleys that take you down to the river meander their way from top end to Quayside. None as notorious as the Long Stairs... Your local expert will reveal all!
NewcastleGateshead

20 min

Discover some of the dark stories surrounding the historic Quayside - not so beautiful in olden days...
Stop 7

Passing by

Sandhill and Akenside Hills... Oh the stories (and the atmosphere to go with them!). Enjoy some fabulous tales of intrigue and murder whilst enjoying the atmosphere, architecture and views form these landmarks.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We'll meet you right inside Tickets Bar near Newcastle Central Station. Your guide will have a sign with "Newcastle Tour Company" and/or "Newcastle True Crime Tour" written on it. Super easy to spot!