Green Guide Newcastle

BEST FOR: Families, couples and individual travellers

ADDRESS: River View, Bridge Court, Newcastle, NE1 3BE

Newly opened in May 2021, The INNSiDE Newcastle Hotel is the newest international hotel brand coming to Newcastle. It’s part of Meliá Hotels International, which is recognised as the most sustainable hotel group in the world with a commitment to the reduction of non-renewable energy use,
waste water and a promotion of a more responsible supply chain.

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BEST FOR: Families and couples seeking a tranquil stay, away from the hustle and bustle

ADDRESS: Jesmond Dene Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 2EY

Situated in a wooded valley in the city suburbs, Peter Candler’s Tudorstyle mansion is an oasis of calm and a beacon of eco-friendliness. The Dene is formed from the Ouseburn’s steep sided, wooded valley which is a peaceful haven.

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BEST FOR: Families, couples, and solo travellers

ADDRESS: 17 Newgate St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5RE

This stylish central hotel is in the perfect position for guests to take advantage of Newcastle’s public transport links. As a business it is working towards a more sustainable stay from something as small as re-fillable toiletries, through to the anaerobic processing of all its food waste to create energy for the national grid.

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BEST FOR: Couples wanting a romantic getaway

ADDRESS: 104 Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3DX

Like all its hotels, the Malmaison Newcastle is in a unique building, offering something a bit different. Located right by the river it’s a stunning spot, with a fabulous view of the Quayside especially on a lazy Sunday morning.

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BEST FOR: Everyone

ADDRESS: 15-25 High Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1EW

Motel One is only a seven-minute walk away from the station, and five minutes from Newcastle’s eponymous castle with plenty of restaurants, bars
and attractions within easy reach. All of Motel One’s electricity comes from 100 per cent renewable sources, such as hydro power, wind power, and
solar power, and all its toiletries are free from microplastics.

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BEST FOR: Families with young children

ADDRESS: Buxton Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6NL

For an extended stay, or if you prefer a self-catered suite to a standard hotel room, the Staybridge Suites are a good option. There is an onsite fitness room, kitchen facilities in your suite and its in a good spot to access the rest of the city.

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BEST FOR: Couples or families who want to stay in the heart of the city

ADDRESS: Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1RQ

The Vermont is an impressive neo-classical building with a near perfect location. Being within easy walking distance of main attractions, it limits visitors’ reliance on using public transport to explore city sights.

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BEST FOR: People who like a bit of city escapism

ADDRESS: Heaton, Heaton Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 5HL

Heaton is home to some of the best organic, zero-waste general stores in the region, including Honey Tree on Heaton Road selling a range of plastic-free fruit and essentials. 109 isn’t far away on Heaton Park Road and here you can pick up bamboo products as well as food and toiletries.

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BEST FOR: An active day out with the family

ADDRESS: Jesmond Dene Road, Newcastle

A gorgeous green space in the heart of Newcastle, the ancient woodland of Jesmond Dene is the perfect place to get back to nature. Keep your eyes peeled while walking the trails along the river and you might spot otters, kingfishers, and dippers along the way.

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BEST FOR: Suitable for all ages – and those who love the sea air!

ADDRESS: Tynemouth Long Sands, Palace Buildings Grand Parade, Tynemouth, North Shields

A popular favourite is Longsands Beach, Tynemouth, which is proud to fly the Blue Flag standard. It provides endless material for photos and is ideal for fresh air and exercise. 

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BEST FOR: Environmentally-conscious shoppers

ADDRESS: 173/175, Alley 4, Grainger Market, Newcastle, NE1 5QN

Nil Living is a zero waste and refill shop inside Newcastle’s historic Grainger Market – which won the title of ‘Britain’s Favourite Market’ in the Great British Market Awards 2020. The company’s aim is to help encourage a low-waste lifestyle by offering refill stations and eco-friendly products.

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BEST FOR: Music lovers of all ages

ADDRESS: St Mary’s Square, Gateshead Quays, Gateshead, NE8 2JR

Sage Gateshead is an international home for music and a stunning piece of architecture built in 2004. Its aerodynamic form channels natural winds to provide ventilation, which means no artificial cooling is required in its large concourse. The solid concrete and masonry parts of the building also act as thermal storage, providing radiant heat to the concourse space.

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BEST FOR: History Buffs

ADDRESS: Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4PT

With a huge variety of permanent exhibits, the Great North Museum has something to interest everyone. From fossils to the night sky by way
of ancient Egypt and Rome, it promises to be a great day out for the whole family. 

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