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United Kingdom : Newcastle - June 2010

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With the sun shining, Marissa Carrruthers ditches her coat and joins the Geordies to sample life in this thriving city. She stops off to take a sneak peak at the famous Green Festival (see below), which boasts some of the best music, arts and crafts and entertainment around

Getting around

Newcastle International Airport,

Train: Metros also run directly from the airport to various locations across the city centre. Trains depart every 15 minutes until 11.59pm. The journey from the airport to the city centre takes 20 minutes and a single ticket costs €2,66/£2.10
Taxi: You can pick a taxi up from outside Arrivals. The journey to the city centre will cost about €12/£10 and takes 10 minutes.
Tourist information: Newcastle Tourist Information Centre is at 8-9 Central Arcade in the city centre (tel. ).

GRAINGER TOWN

Browse the string of stylish shops, relax in a quirky café or marvel at the architecture in Newcastle’s historic heart. The sprawling streets boast stunning listed buildings built by Richard Grainger in the 1830s and 40s.

Sleep soundly – The Grey Street Hotel (2-12 Grey Street, tel. , greystreethotel.com, rooms from €81/£69 based on a two-night stay) is a tranquil, central retreat, voted the fourth coolest boutique hotel in England.

Must eat – Dine at the UK’s oldest restaurant, Blackfriars (Friars Street, tel. ). Eat in the medieval courtyard or enjoy locally sourced produce in the romantic setting of the former monastery. Alternatively, Starters and Puds (2-6 Shakespeare Street, tel. ) combines the sweet with the savoury in a stylish setting. Make sure you order plenty.

Must drink – Sip a cocktail with the cool crowd at Popolo (82 Pilgrim Street), an art deco bar famous for its funky beats played over silent re-runs of classic black-and-white movies.

Shop til you drop – Keep up with the fashionistas with a trip to Vivienne Westwood (1 Hood Street), or try Skirt (19 Highbridge) for independent labels.

CENTRAL STATION

You never need leave this thriving pocket of the city, which boasts culture, cobbled streets full of boutiques, a lively selection of bars and restaurants and a world-famous nightclub.

Sleep soundly – Get a good night’s sleep at the grand Victorian Royal Station Hotel (Neville Street, tel., royalstationhotel.com, rooms from €85/ £75), situated right in the heart of the city.

Culture vultures – Journey to the stars in the region’s biggest planetarium theatre, as well as exploring human life and swotting up on your science, at the Centre For Life (Times Square).

Must drink – Try The Forth (Pink Lane) for fine wine, locally brewed beers and honest pub grub. With live music and top DJs, you’re sure to linger.

Dance the night away – Sample a true Geordie night out at globally-renowned club Digital (Times Square), catering for everything from rock, pop and indie to R&B, electro and house.

JESMOND

Two miles outside the city centre, this leafy suburb is a million miles away from the hustle and bustle and yet offers everything you need: from cool shops, restaurants and bars to breathtaking parkland.

Sleep soundly – Relax in the tranquil setting of Jesmond Dene House (Jesmond Dene Road, tel. , jesmonddenehouse.co.uk, rooms from €187/£165). This striking country house hotel, set in acres of woodland, combines understated luxury with contemporary style.

Must eat – For delicious Mediterranean food, Scalini’s (61 Osbourne Road, tel. ) is a must. Caffe Luccia (5 Hazelwood Avenue, ), meanwhile, is a chilled-out gem that’s a popular spot for coffee, fresh pastries and light lunches.

Shop til you drop – If unusual accessories are your thing, browse the shelves of Lebeado (9 Acorn Road) for beautiful, handmade jewellery.

THE WEST END

Spend a warm summer’s day wandering from the city centre and across the Town Moor, before visiting one of Newcastle’s finest curry houses.

Culture vultures – Take a trip to Leazes Park. Enjoy an ice cream and hire a rowing boat, or simply laze the day away. On 5 and 6 June the park welcomes a highlight of the city’s calendar, The Green Festival (newcastlegreenfestival.org.uk), which carries an environmentally friendly message and attracts hosts of stalls, live acts and musicians.

Must eat – For a tasty and reasonably priced curry visit Soloman’s Dhaba (3-4 Studley Terrace, tel. ) – try the spicy lamb rogan josh.

Must drink – Quench your thirst in the homely surroundings of The Denton (West Road) for a night at a proper English pub. If you’re feeling peckish, there’s fabulous grub.

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