Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour

This tour is one of a kind - it is not a ghost tour. 
It takes you on a true crimes journey of Newcastle and explores some of the gruesome dark times in the city's history (all brought to life by your local expert). 

Your tour also takes you past some of the best-known places in the city but diverts to take you through some of the most hidden streets full of wonderful stories to tell!

Meeting Point

Grey's Monument

150 Grainger St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5AF, UK

We'll meet you right under the famous Grey's Monument in the heart of the city. Your guide will have a sign with "Newcastle Tour Company" and/or "Newcastle True Crime Tour" written on it. Super easy to spot!

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Grainger Town

Grainger Street, Newcastle city centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5AF

Venture through Grainger Town and witness some of the dark histories and stories surrounding Newcastle's most elegant streets!

15 minutes

Chinatown

Chinatown, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

Explore the area around the oldest church in town (St. Andrews) and venture into the churchyard itself - home to some of the most gruesome witch killings in English history.

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Bigg Market

Bigg Market, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1, UK

Not only known for drinking and partying - noooo, also known in history for thieving and bar fights! Discover some of the most famous outbreaks of violence whilst wandering the streets of Bigg Market & places surrounding Newcastle's oldest pub, The Old George.

10 minutes

Newcastle Castle

The Black Gate Castle Garth, Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1RQ

Walk through the old prison of Newcastle Castle and hear the stories surrounding this medieval masterpiece!

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Long Stairs

Long Stairs, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3RF, UK

Many little alleys that take you down to the river meander their way from top end to Quayside. None as notorious as the Long Stairs... Your local expert will reveal all!

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Quayside

Newcastle upon Tyne

Discover some of the dark stories surrounding the historic Quayside - not so beautiful in olden days...

20 minutes

Sandhill

Sandhill, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1, UK

Sandhill and Akenside Hills... Oh the stories (and the atmosphere to go with them!). Enjoy some fabulous tales of intrigue and murder whilst enjoying the atmosphere, architecture and views form these landmarks.

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What's included:

• Memorable historic images (which we can send to you via Whatsapp or email)
• Professional storyteller / tourist guide

Not included:

• Food & Drink