Discover Car Hire in Newcastle

Newcastle is situated on the North Coast of England, halfway between Leeds and Edinburgh, and is one of the UK's best kept secrets. Regenerated from its industrial past, Newcastle is now a beautiful blend of the old and new, with gorgeous historic architecture alongside modern buildings, all located along the magnificent River Tyne.

With a distinct Geordie accent and arguably the best nightlife in the UK, there is plenty of character to this port city, and the locals of Newcastle embrace a heritage of folk music and dance.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Car in Newcastle

Experience Newcastle UK

Newcastle has recently become a popular weekend destination for UK residents and tourists alike. Collect your car from a depot at Newcastle airport (located only 12 kms outside of Newcastle city centre) or from one of the convenient downtown locations, and see the sights! Drive down to Quayside development, where Newcastle's waterfront is home to excellent restaurants, cafes and great shopping - you can also take a stroll over the landmark Millennium Bridge. The Gateshead Millennium Bridge is a magnificent piece of art situated across the Tyne River allowing pedestrians and cyclists to travel between Gatehead's Quay and the Newcastle Quayside; and with its tilting maneuver, it also allows boats to pass directly under it. The bridge was designed by architect firm WilkinsonEyre and was first opened to the public on 17 September 2001. Since then, the bridge has won multiple awards for its design and structure, so make sure you plan to visit this spectacular bridge.

Once you've seen the Gateshead Millennium Bridge take a drive in your car hire and visit the Bowes Railway, the world’s only preserved operating gauge rope-hauled railway. The Railway was first built in 1826 by George Stephenson and was primarily used for the transport of coal from Durham Pits to the boats on River Tyne. Today, Bowes Railway now operates as a museum for locals and visitors alike. Tours run during selected days of the week and give a great insight of the construction and operations of the railway, as well as a joy ride on a preserved locomotive.

While in Newcastle, visit the Baltic, the Centre for Contemporary Art. Take your car over to Grey Street, one of the prettiest streets in Newcastle, home to gorgeous historical buildings and interesting shops. While in Newcastle, make time to visit Castle Keep and New Castle that was built in 1080 as a Roman Fort. Drive to some of the beautiful surrounding areas of Newcastle. Walk alongside Hadrian's Wall, which stretches 120kms from South Shields to Ravenglass and is dotted along the way with forts, turrets, and temples. Take a trip over to the historic city of Durham and see the fantastic Beamish Open Air Museum, or drive to Alnwick Castle which starred in the Harry Potter films! Tour some of the natural beauty around Newcastle; visit the North Pennines and the Northumberland Coast.

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