Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
The Black Gate, Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne
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Overview
Explore the site of the Castle that gave the city its name and discover its medieval gatehouse, the Black Gate. Uncover the changing face of the Castle through the ages: from royal fortress and border stronghold to grim dungeon and teeming slum. New exhibits allow visitors to experience what life would have been like for inhabitants in these two astonishingly preserved medieval buildings. Visit our website to see our seasonal themed activities!

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Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
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$12.31
Meeting Point
Newcastle Castle
The Black Gate, Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Annual Admission to Newcastle Castle from the day specified + 364 days
What's not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Castle consists of two buildings: the Castle Keep and Black Gate. While the Black Gate is fully accessible, the Castle Keep has many steep stairs and uneven surfaces.
- Dogs, with the exception of guide dogs, are not permitted entry. Buggies can be parked in the reception of the Castle Keep.
- The Castle Keep is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with several upper storeys which are not accessible to disabled visitors. However, there is an audio-video walk-through of the Castle Keep in the Gaol, the only fully accessible room in the Castle Keep. The Black Gate, however, has been fitted with ramps and an external lift. This allows access to the upper-levels of the building, including the shop. The building also has an adapted accessible toilet on its first floor.
- Steep uneven stairs that you should be aware of.
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