Timeline
15:24
Start with a pint at Tyne Bar. It sits just beneath Walker Street bridge where the Ouseburn meets the Tyne. The beer garden is open, and the atmosphere is relaxed. Since it opens at 12:00, you have plenty of time to settle in before the light changes.
15:39
Walk half a mile east to Seven Stories. Housed in a Victorian mill, this is the UK’s first gallery dedicated to children’s books. The exhibitions are engaging, and the architecture provides a sturdy, historic backdrop. It closes at 17:00, so you will have time to explore before the main event.
16:09
Find a spot near the windows or the exterior grounds of the mill as the sun sets toward the SW. The golden light from 15:02 will have already warmed the brickwork, and the sunset at 16:09 offers a final, soft glow on the industrial architecture.
16:24
End the evening at The Free Trade Inn. This cosy traditional pub is located by the Tyne, just a short walk away. It offers an excellent selection of beers and a free jukebox. If you are hungry, there are deli sandwiches available, or a pizza van may be visiting.
Local tip
Seven Stories is open until 17:00, so you can linger inside if the weather turns. The walk from the mill to The Free Trade Inn is short, but check the route if you are not familiar with the area.
Check before you go
- Seven Stories closes at 17:00, so ensure you arrive in time to explore.
- Tyne Bar and The Free Trade Inn are open every day from 12:00, so evening visits are easy.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Newcastle upon Tyne (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).