Why Tyne and Wear..... ?
I am continuing my journey around the UK and I have landed on Tyne and Wear. Surprise, surprise lots to see and do!
Greys Monument
Now, this is ideal to me. I love a good panoramic view. Climb the 164 steps to the top of Grey’s Monument on a tour with Newcastle City Guides. The Monument is named after the 2nd Earl Grey, Charles Grey, who hailed from the North East and was British Prime Minister in the 1830s - the famous Earl Grey tea blend was named after him too! From here you can enjoy unrivalled views over Grainger Town’s magnificently preserved Georgian architecture. Experience panoramic views and close encounters with a former Prime Minister, followed by a well-earned cup of Earl Grey tea. Sounds perfect to me.
National Trust’s Gibside
I have never been 'glamping' but I do fancy this. Make yourself at home with exclusive access to Gibside National Trust’s grand Georgian estate, once home to the Bowes-Lyon family.
Take a walk through the historic walled garden and observe wild deer rummaging through the woodland with red kites taking to the skies above, and afterwards, snuggle up in an authentic Mongolian Yurt.
Whether choosing to get cosy in front of the fire or share an al fresco glass of wine out on the candlelit deck, visitors can simply get away from it all and enjoy some alone time - together - in one of Newcastle Gateshead’s most beautiful settings. Definitely a cut above your regular ‘glamping’.
Jesmond Dene
I do like to take myself for a little walk and Jesmond Dene just hits the mark. It is a unique haven of peace and tranquillity for the people of Newcastle. It is a narrow wooded valley that follows the river Ouseburn between South Gosforth and Jesmond Vale. This provides an important wildlife corridor right into the centre of Newcastle. There is a spectacular mix of native and exotic trees, and the Dene is home to a lot of wildlife, notably the Kingfisher, the Red Squirrel and many woodland birds. The Dene stretches for over three kilometres and has many areas of tranquillity, as well as ‘honey pots’ of activity.
The Port of Blyth
It wouldn’t be my fantasy visit around the UK without a visit to a beach. Blyth South is a long, wide, golden stretch of sandy beach, backed by a system of sand dunes which are a haven for wildlife and a designated area of Special Nature Conservation.
When it comes to activities, visitors are also well catered for at Blyth South. Bathing is a popular pastime here in the summer, whilst the waves bring surfers to the area. There is a surf school on the beach.
The beach also has a zone for water sports such as jet-skiing, and a yachting club. During the winter, anglers flock to the beach for the excellent fishing opportunities. I don’t know how close this Blyth Beach is but it has caught my heart!
Of course I spotted the BEACH HUTS.
So now you know what’s on offer in Tyne and Wear why not give me shout and find out about the opportunities I have in the area!
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