Step into Newcastle’s past with Iles Tours’ Old Newcastle walking tour, where storied streets and iconic landmarks reveal the city’s rich history. Perfect for history lovers eager to connect with Newcastle’s vibrant heritage.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves walking on paved and cobbled streets with occasional steps.
Wildlife
History
Newcastle’s origins date back to a Roman fort established around AD 200, which later developed into a medieval walled city with the Black Gate as its northern gateway.
Conservation
Efforts to preserve Newcastle’s historic architecture focus on maintaining authentic medieval structures amid urban growth, balancing heritage with modern city needs.
Iles Tours
Step into Newcastle’s past with Iles Tours’ Old Newcastle walking tour, where storied streets and iconic landmarks reveal the city’s rich history. Perfect for history lovers eager to connect with Newcastle’s vibrant heritage.
Iles Tours is a Bamburgh, England-based tour operator specialising in guided history and heritage experiences across North East England and the Scottish Borders. The business offers a varied programme that includes short walking tours, half-day city itineraries, full-day excursions and multi-day tours focused on castles, Roman sites and Anglo-Saxon history.
Iles Tours lists small-group options and multi-day itineraries, with trips that cover Durham, Newcastle, Hadrian's Wall, Bamburgh, Lindisfarne, Alnwick, Warkworth and destinations in southern Scotland. Sample offerings include a Durham full-day tour with visits to Durham Cathedral and the Auckland Project, Newcastle Quayside walking tours, Roman-themed walks, and multi-day castle tours that trace notable fortresses from Bamburgh to Alnwick.
The company is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its range of experiences is presented alongside regional tourism resources. Iles Tours provides clear tour names and summaries for booking and planning. Pickup and drop-off are offered on selected full-day itineraries where noted, and some tours include scheduled breaks such as lunch stops.
All descriptions of trips and itineraries are presented in third person and reflect the operator's published offerings from Bamburgh. Visitors can review listed tour titles and summaries to select routes that match interests in Roman history, Anglo-Saxon sites, medieval castles, or contemporary Newcastle and Durham city heritage.
Base
Bamburgh, England
Operates from Bamburgh on the coast
Tours Offered
22 tours
Small-group, walking and multi-day options
Flexible Durations
1 hour–multi-day
Walking, half-day and full-day itineraries
Historic Focus
Castles & Roman sites
Specialists in North East heritage tours
Reserve a spot on a small-group walk, half-day city tour or multi-day castle itinerary — view availability and book directly through listed tour pages.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
Expect city streets and some uneven pavements; good walking shoes will keep you comfortable throughout the one-hour tour.
Bring a Waterproof Jacket
Weather in Newcastle can change rapidly; layer up and pack a lightweight waterproof to stay dry.
Charge Your Camera
The tour passes several photogenic spots like St. Nicholas Cathedral and the Black Gate—make sure your camera or phone is ready.
Arrive Early
Start times fill quickly, so arriving 10 minutes before your tour ensures a smooth check-in at The Beacon, Business Centre.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supports city walking over varied pavement and cobblestones comfortably.
Waterproof Jacket
Protects against Newcastle’s frequent and sudden rain showers.
spring|fall|winter
Light Backpack
Helpful for carrying layers, water, and camera gear without weighing you down.
Camera or Smartphone
Captures the striking architecture and unique moments along the route.