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Places of Interest:
Shopping
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Places of Interest
Eldon Square Shopping Centre
– Shopping
– Galleries and Museums
Various clothing, electrical, perfume, card shops, cafés and many more
including Debenhams, Holister, All Saints, Next, Fenwick, John Lewis, Marks
& Spencer, Argos Extra, Dorothy Perkins, New Look, Boots, Clinton Cards.
– Cafés and Restaurants
http://intu.co.uk/eldonsquare
– Bars, Pubs, Clubs
+44 (0)191 261 1891
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18 Where to post your mail
Northumberland Street
Shops include Primark, Argos, H&M, Superdrug, Clas Ohlson, Currys
PC World, mobile phone outlets, JD Sports and various food outlets
and banks.
Metrocentre
MetroCentre is the largest shopping and leisure centre in Europe
and offers a not-to-be-missed shopping experience.
Shops include House of Fraser, Debenhams, Marks & Spencer, HMV,
French Connection, USC and many more.
New leisure and retail facilities have been introduced comprising a
state of the art Odeon cinema, a new family entertainment centre with
bowling, pool, children’s soft play area, dodgems, activity machines
and electronic games and enhanced family dining facilities.
Many buses run from Eldon Square bus station in Newcastle City
Centre and drop off at the coach station at the MetroCentre.
www.metrocentre.uk.com
+44 (0)191 493 0200
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Places of Interest:
Galleries and Museums
Hatton Gallery
Baltic Centre For Contemporary Art
Newcastle University, Quadrangle, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU
Gateshead Quays, South Shore Road, NE8 3BA
The Hatton boasts the internationally renowned Kurt Schwitters’ Merzbarn,
which was described by art critic Andrew Graham-Dixon (in History of British
Art, Channel 4) as ‘the seminal piece of 20th century British art’. It also houses
a permanent African collection, as well as temporary exhibitions – FREE ENTRY.
Opening hours: 10am–5pm Monday to Saturday, closed Bank Holidays
A major international centre for contemporary visual art. This landmark
building is one of the biggest temporary art spaces in Europe – FREE ENTRY.
Opening hours: 10am–6pm daily, except 10.30am–6pm on Tuesday
www.twmuseums.org.uk/hatton-gallery.html
+44 (0)191 208 6059
Laing Art Gallery
Newbridge Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AG
The North East’s Large Visitor Attraction of the Year has something for
everyone to enjoy – FREE ENTRY.
Opening hours: 10am–5pm Tuesday to Saturday, 2pm–5pm Sunday
www.twmuseums.org.uk/laing/
+44 (0)191 232 7734
Discovery Museum
Blandford Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4JA
Discovery is one of the North East’s most popular free museums and the place
to find out about life on Tyneside – FREE ENTRY.
Opening hours: 10am–4pm Monday to Friday, 11am–4pm Saturday & Sunday
www.balticmill.com
+44 (0)191 478 1810
The Great North Museum: Hancock
Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4PT
Imagine a place where you can go on a journey through the story of our
planet and its people. This is a flagship visitor attraction showcasing
internationally important collections from the Hancock Museum and Newcastle
University’s Museum of Antiquities, the Shefton Museum and the Hatton
Gallery – FREE ENTRY.
Highlights of the £26million museum include:
• Major displays exploring the wonder and diversity of the natural world
• A planetarium
• A large-scale, interactive model of Hadrian’s Wall
• Spectacular archaeological finds from Ancient Greece and mummies
from Ancient Egypt
• A life-size T-Rex dinosaur skeleton and much more
Opening hours: 10am–5pm Monday to Friday, 10am–4pm Saturday,
11am–4pm Sunday
www.twmuseums.org.uk/discovery
www.twmuseums.org.uk/greatnorthmuseum/
+44 (0)191 232 6789
+44 (0)191 208 6765
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Places of Interest:
Galleries and Museums
Places of Interest:
Cafés and Restaurants
Centre for Life
Mark Toney
Times Square , Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4EP
91 Percy Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RW
Visit the Life Science Centre for fun, educational days out for kids, families
and adults in Newcastle upon Tyne.
A packed programme includes science activities for all ages from pre-school
to adults, including special events and birthday parties. We’re a great destination
for school trips and groups visits, and during the winter you can even go ice
skating on our outdoor ice rink.
Opening hours: 10am–6pm Monday to Wednesday, 10am–8pm Thursday,
10am–6pm Friday, 11am–6pm Saturday & Sunday
www.marktoney.co.uk/
+44 (0)191 266 1879
Café Royal
8 Nelson Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5AW
Very popular all-day bistro and deli with a cool and cosmopolitan look.
www.life.org.uk
http://caferoyalnewcastle.co.uk
+44 (0)191 478 1810
+44 (0)191 231 3000
Gusto Restaurant and Bar
The Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3DX
Inspired by the elegant charm of a classic Italian ristorante with a contemporary
buzz and a modern, stylish interior, Gusto brings the true ‘taste and enjoyment’
of Italy to its guests.
www.gustorestaurants.uk.com
+44 (0)191 260 2291
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Places of Interest:
Cafés and Restaurants
Places of Interest:
Bars, Pubs, Clubs
El Coto
City centre accommodation
21 Leazes Park Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4PF
The North Terrace
Restaurant specialising in delicious, authentic, home-cooked Spanish tapas.
Claremont Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4AN
www.elcoto.co.uk
+44 (0)191 261 0555
King Neptune
34-36 Stowell Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4XQ
Sumptuous Chinese that specializes in seafood and Peking cuisine.
It’s one of the best around and has received numerous awards from
Egon Ronay’s Guide.
+44 (0)191 261 6657
+44 (0)191 232 1448
Spital House
62–64 Hunter’s Road, Spital Tongues, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4NA
+44 (0)191 232 5970
The Trent House Soul Bar
1 Leazes Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4GT
+44 (0)191 261 2154
Many more restaurants are available around the China Town area
www.viewnewcastle.co.uk/restaurants/
chinatown--stjames-area-759.html
The Hancock
Hancock Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4PU
+44 (0)191 281 5653
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Places of Interest:
Bars, Pubs, Clubs
South Gosforth
The Brandling Villa
Haddricks Mill Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1QL
+44 (0)191 284 0490
The Victory
Killingworth Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1SY
+44 (0)191 258 1254
For more nightlife and lively atmosphere, head down to:
Newcastle’s world famous Bigg Market
The Gate including food outlets and a cinema
www.thegatenewcastle.co.uk
The Quayside. Many restaurants are also located on the Quayside.
www.newcastlegateshead.com/foodDandDdrink
Heaton
The Lockside
Red Hall Drive, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7JL
+44 (0)191 266 1659
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Public Transport
Supermarkets
Getting around Newcastle and the surrounding areas is easy
benefiting from plenty of public transport and taxis.
For accommodation near the city centre there are several shops to choose
from in walking distance. For properties just outside the City Centre please
use the store locator of the shop you wish to visit.
Visit the Nexus or Traveline website for metro, ferry, bus and rail information
(timetables and fares).
Tesco Express
Newcastle Eldon Square Metro, Clayton Street,
Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 5EE
Nexus
www.nexus.org.uk
Opening hours: 7am–10pm Monday to Saturday, 11am–5pm Sunday
+44 (0)191 203 3333
To shop online:
www.tesco.com/groceries/
Traveline
Store locator:
www.traveline.info
www.tesco.com/storelocator
+44 (0)871 200 2233
Sainsbury’s Convenience Store
22 Gallowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4SN
Opening hours: 6am–11pm Monday to Sunday
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Store locator:
https://stores.sainsburys.co.uk
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Supermarkets
Waitrose
Eldon Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RJ
Opening hours: 8am–8pm Monday to Saturday, 11am–5pm Sunday
To shop online:
www.waitrose.com
Store locator:
www.waitrose.com/content/waitrose/en/bf_home/bf.html
HiYou Chinese Supermarket
104 - 108 Newgate Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5RQ
Opening hours: 11am–9pm Monday to Sunday
Malgosia’s - Polish Supermarket
Newgate Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5RE
Opening hours: 9am–5.30pm Monday to Saturday, 11am–4pm Sunday
Larger supermarkets requiring transport (note these supermarkets are
nearest the city centre, if you live in one of the outer properties please use
the store locator for the shop you wish to visit).
Morrison’s
200 Two Ball Lonnen, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9SZ
Opening hours: 8am–10pm Monday to Saturday, 10am–4pm Sunday
Store locator:
http://your.morrisons.com/Store-finder/
Tesco Extra Store
Brunton Lane Kingston Park Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 2FP
Opening hours: 24 hrs Monday to Saturday, 10am–4pm Sunday
To shop online:
www.tesco.com/groceries/
Store locator:
www.tesco.com/storelocator
Osas African & Caribbean Food
263 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 6AQ
Opening hours: 9am–8pm Monday to Saturday, 12pm–6pm Sunday
To shop online:
www.osasafricanfoodshop.co.uk/index.php
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Supermarkets
Sainsbury’s
Aldi
Etherstone Avenue Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7JW
McKendrick Villas Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 3AB
Opening hours: 7am–10pm Monday to Friday, 7am–9pm Saturday,
10am–4pm Sunday
Opening hours: 8am–10pm Monday to Saturday, 10am–4pm Sunday
To shop online:
Store locator:
www.aldi.co.uk/storelocator/
www.sainsburys.co.uk/shop/gb/groceries
Store locator:
https://stores.sainsburys.co.uk
Asda Superstore
Unit 5, Newcastle Shopping Park, Fossway, Byker,
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2XP
Opening hours: 6am–10pm Monday to Saturday, 10am–4pm Sunday
To shop online:
https://groceries.asda.com
Store locator:
http://storelocator.asda.com
Lidl
Stamfordham Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 2SF
Opening hours: 8am–8pm Monday to Saturday, 10am–4pm Sunday
Store locator:
www.lidl.co.uk/en/785.htm
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Food and drink
outlets on the main
University Campus
How to get your mail
On campus we have several outlets that will serve hot and cold
snacks and meals. Look out for promotions during the year.
For accommodation where there are letterboxes within the front door the
post person will deliver all letters and small packages direct to your flat.
EAT@COURTYARD with a wide range of food available throughout the day.
For accommodation with mailboxes located in a central location the post
person will deliver all letters and small packages direct to your mail box.
You’ll find us next to the Old Library.
A small selection of what is available each day:
• breakfast: full English and
lighter options available
• wrapped sandwiches
• pasta
• main courses
• jacket potatoes
• homemade soup
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salad bar
cakes and treats
range of confectionery
hot and cold beverages
EAT@CENTRAL if you want tasty chicken selections then this is the
place for you.
You’ll find us on King’s Road next to the Student Union.
EAT@CAMPUS COFFEE is the perfect location to grab a fresh coffee,
a spot of lunch and catch up with friends.
You’ll find us on King’s Walk opposite King’s Gate.
To see all of our EAT@NEWCASTLE catering outlets visit:
www.ncl.ac.uk/catering/outlets/
The delivery person will attempt to deliver larger packages to your flat. If there
is no reply, reception may take the package in on your behalf; though some
companies will take the package back to their depot leaving a card explaining
how you can retrieve it. In Halls packages will be delivered to your reception.
Please note that receptions will not accept food deliveries on your behalf.
If your package has been left at your reception you must provide your smartcard
as identification before you can collect it during normal reception opening times.
Post Office
To find your nearest local Post Office which will meet the requirement you
need visit www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder and enter your postcode.
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Where to post your mail
Albion House
Jesmond Road
Top of St James Street, corner of Leazes Terrace.
Corner of Jesmond Road West and Windsor Place.
Barker House
Kensington and Park Terrace
Shield Street, Shieldfield.
Queen Victoria Road, next to Percy Building 1.
Bowsden Court
Leazes Parade
Audrey Road, South Gosforth, next to Bistro Neri.
Holland Drive, as you turn into main drive to Leazes Parade.
Castle Leazes
Leazes Terrace
Holland Drive, as you turn into main drive to Leazes Parade or
Richardson Road, by the traffic light crossing
St James Street, corner of Leazes Terrace.
Easton Flats
Newcastle University, side of Student Union on Kings Road.
Grand Hotel
M & M Post Office, Northumberland Street.
Henderson Hall
Benton Hall Walk, just past the Lockside Public House.
Newcastle University, Main Campus
Kings Road, side of Student Union.
Marris House
Richardson Road, on access road next to Richardson Road Reception.
St Mary’s College
Fenham Hall Drive, next to shops as you head to the University.
Windsor Terrace
Corner of Jesmond Road West and Windsor Place.
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