Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour

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Dive into the shadowy history of Newcastle with the True Crime Walking Tour, a thrilling journey through the city’s most infamous locations. Guided by a local expert, you’ll explore the eerie tales of crime, intrigue, and mystery that have shaped the city over centuries.

Tour Highlights:

• Grainger Town: Begin your adventure in Grainger Town, where the city’s most elegant streets hide some of Newcastle’s darkest secrets. Uncover chilling stories from the past as you stroll through this historic area.
• Chinatown and St. Andrew's Churchyard: Venture around the oldest church in town, St. Andrew’s, and enter its graveyard—site of some of the most gruesome witch trials and executions in English history.
• Bigg Market: More than just a place for revelry, Bigg Market has a violent history of thievery and bar brawls. Learn about the notorious outbreaks of violence that once terrorised the area, including tales from Newcastle’s oldest pub, The Old George.
• Newcastle Castle: Walk through the medieval Newcastle Castle, once a prison, and hear haunting stories that still linger within its ancient walls.
• Long Stairs: Navigate the winding alleys that lead down to the river, none more notorious than the Long Stairs. Your guide will reveal the dark history of this infamous path.
• Quayside: Discover the sinister past of the historic Quayside, far from the picturesque scenes of today. Hear about the crimes and tragedies that once plagued this riverside area.
• Sandhill and Akenside Hills: End your tour with chilling tales of intrigue and murder, set against the atmospheric backdrop of Sandhill and Akenside Hills, where history and architecture collide in a haunting display.

This tour is perfect for those with a taste for true crime and a fascination with the darker side of history. Explore Newcastle like never before and uncover the chilling stories that have left their mark on the city.