Tourist Information Centres in the North East
ALNWICK
Address: 2 The Shambles, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1TN
Email: alnwicktic@alnwick.gov.uk
Tel: 01665 510665
Medieval market town Alnwick’s attractions include the magnificent Alnwick Castle and the Alnwick Garden, one of the most exciting contemporary gardens of the last century. The Information Centre is located centrally in the Market Place, beneath the impressive Northumberland Hall.
BARNARD CASTLE
Address: Woodleigh, Flatts Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8AA
Email: tourism@teesdale.gov.uk
Tel: 01833 690909
Barnard Castle is a historic market town built around the 12th century castle from which it took its name. It boasts beautiful Georgian stone buildings, a cobbled market place, riverside walks and woodland walks.
DARLINGTON
Address:13 Horsemarket, Darlington, DL1 5PW
Email: tic@darlington.gov.uk
Tel: 01325 388666
Darlington’s pedestrianised town centre offers a unique environment to relax, explore and shop, whether it’s around the pavement café’s and contemporary sculpture of the Art Centre or in the historic Market Square. The Information Centre itself can be found just off the Market Square.
DURHAM
Address: 2 Millennium Place, Durham City, DH1 1WA
Email: touristinfo@durhamcity.gov.uk
Tel: 0191 384 3720
The view of Durham Cathedral and Castle on the River Wear is one of the finest architectural experiences of Europe. Enjoy this magnificent World Heritage Site, museums, riverside walks, parks and gardens. The Information Centre is found in the modern Gala Theatre building.
HARTLEPOOL
Hartlepool Tourist Information Centre
Address: Hartlepool Art Gallery, Church Square, Hartlepool, TS24 7EQ
Email: hpooltic@hartlepool.gov.uk
Tel: 01429 869706
Hartlepool’s proud maritime heritage is celebrated by it’s Historic Quay, and from Summerhill outdoor activity park to a wealth of friendly shops, pubs and cafés, visitors are always well entertained. The Information Centre is situated in the Art Gallery in the town centre.
HEXHAM
Hexham Tourist Infomration Centre
Address: Wentworth Car Park, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1QE
Email: hexham.tic@tynedale.gov.uk
Tel: 01434 652220
Medieval market town Hexham has many historic features including a fine Norman Abbey. Located in the picturesque Tyne Valley, a short distance from World Heritage Site Hadrian’s Wall, it is a perfect base for exploring the surrounding countryside. The TIC is located in the main car park.
MORPETH
Address: The Chantry, Bridge Street, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 1PD
Email: tourism@castlemorpeth.gov.uk
Tel: 01670 500700
The medieval market town of Morpeth is set in the hills and valleys of Northumberland and makes a perfect base for exploring the surrounding countryside before settling down in a cosy pub. The Information Centre is found in the 13th century Chantry.
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
Newcastle-upon-Tyne Grainger Street Tourist Information Centre
Address: Newcastle Information Centre, 8-9 Central Arcade, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 5AF
Email: tourist.info@newcastle.gov.uk
Tel: 0191 277 8000
Newcastle, renowned for shopping and nightlife, is also rich in culture and history, with Blackfriars, the Castle Keep, two cathedrals and numerous galleries and theatres. The TIC is situated in the elegant Central Arcade.
ONCE BREWED
Address:Northumberland National Park Centre, Military Road, Bardon Mill, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 7AN
Email: tic.oncebrewed@nnpa.org.uk
Tel: 01434 344396
The National Park Centre, a World Heritage Site, is situated on Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland National Park. Visitors may enjoy a ride along Hadrian’s Cycleway past many picturesque villages and Roman forts.
SUNDERLAND
Address: 50 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 1RF
Email: tourist.info@sunderland.gov.uk
Tel: 0191 553 2000
Sunderland… a city with a difference, a modern, bustling centre with a range of outstanding heritage, cultural and sporting attractions and stunning coastal scenery. The Tourist Information Centre is located in Fawcett Street a two minute walk from the railway station.
ADDERSTONE
Adderstone Tourist Information Centre
Address: Adderstone Services, Adderstone Garage, Belford, Northumberland, NE70 7JU
Email: adderstone@hotmail.com
Tel: 01668 213678
AMBLE
Amble Tourist Information Centre
Address: Queen Street Car Park, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0DQ
Email: ambletic@alnwick.gov.uk
Tel:01665 712313
BELLINGHAM
Bellingham Tourist Information Centre
Address: Fountain Cottage, Main Street, Bellingham, Near Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2BQ
Email: bellinghamtic@btconnect.com
Tel: 01434 220616
BERWICK-UPON-TWEED
Berwick-upon-Tweed Tourist Information Centre
Address: 106 Marygate, Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1BN
Email: tourism@berwick-upon-tweed.gov.uk
Tel: 01289 330733
BISHOP AUCKLAND
CORBRIDGE
Corbridge Tourist Information Centre
Address: Hill Street, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AA
Email: corbridgetic@btconnect.com
Tel: 01434 632815
CRASTER
Caster Tourist Information Centre
Address: Craster Car Park, Craster, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 3TW
Email: crastertic@alnwick.gov.uk
Tel: 01665 576007
GATESHEAD
Gateshead Central Library Tourist Information Centre
Address: Central Library, Prince Consort Road, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE8 4LN
Email: tic@gateshead.gov.uk
Tel: 0191 433 8420
GATESHEAD
Gateshead Visitor Centre
Address: Gateshead Visitor Centre, St Mary's Church, Gateshead, NE8 2AU
Email: tourism@gateshead.gov.uk
Tel: 0191 478 4222
HALTWHISTLE
Haltwhistle Tourist Information Centre
Address: Railway Station, Station Road, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9HN
Email: haltwhistletic@btconnect.com
Tel: 01434 322002
MIDDLESBROUGH
Middlesbrough Tourist Information Centre
Address: (PO Box 69), Middlesbrough Info. Centre & Box Office, Albert Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2QQ
Email: middlesbrough_tic@middlesbrough.gov.uk
Tel: 01642 729700
MIDDLETON-IN-TEESDALE
Middleton-in-Teesdale Tourist Information Centre
Address: 10 Market Place, Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12 0QG
Email: middletonplus@compuserve.com
Tel: 01833 641001
NEWCASTLE AIRPORT
Newcastle Airport Tourist Information Desk
Address: Tourist Information Desk, Newcastle Airport, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE13 8BZ
Email: niatic@hotmail.com
Tel: 0191 214 4422
NORTH SHIELDS
North Shields Tourist Information Centre
Address: Unit 18, Royal Quays Outlet Shopping, North Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE29 6DW
Email: ticns@northtyneside.gov.uk
Tel: 0191 2005895
OTTERBURN
Otterburn Tourist Information Centre
Address: Otterburn Mill, Otterburn, Northumberland, NE19 1JT
Email:tic@otterburnmill.co.uk
Tel: 01830 520093
PETERLEE
Peterlee Tourist Information Centre
Address: 4 Upper Yoden Way, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1AX
Email: touristinfo@peterlee.gov.uk
Tel: 0191 586 4450
ROTHBURY
Rothbury Tourist Information Centre
Address: Northumberland National Park Centre, Church House, Church Street, Rothbury, Northumberland, NE65 7UP
Email: tic.rothbury@nnpa.org.uk
Tel: 01669 620887
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SOUTH SHIELDS (AMPHITHEATRE)
SOUTH SHIELDS
South Sheilds Tourist Information Centre
Address: South Shields Museum & Gallery, Ocean Road, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE33 2HZ
Email: museum.tic@s-tyneside-mbc.gov.uk
Tel: 0191 454 6612
STANHOPE
Stanhope Tourist Information Centre
Address: Durham Dales Centre, Castle Gardens, Stanhope, County Durham, DL13 2FJ
Email: durham.dales.centre@durham.gov.uk
Tel: 01388 527650
STOCKTON-ON-TEES
Stockton-on-Tees Tourist Information Centre
Address: Stockton Central Library, Church Road, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1TU
Email: touristinformation@stockton.gov.uk
Tel: 01642 528130
WHITLEY BAY
Whitley Bay Tourist Information Centre
Address: Park Road, Whitley Bay, Tyne & Wear, NE26 1EJ
Email: ticwb@northtyneside.gov.uk
Tel: 0191 2008535
WOOLER
Wooler Tourist Information Centre
Address: Wooler TIC, The Cheviot Centre, 12 Padgepool Place, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6BL
Email: woolerTIC@berwick-upon-tweed.gov.uk
Tel: 01668 282123
