Tyne and Wear

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Newcastle upon Tyne is a lively, welcoming city on the River Tyne, with a handsome Georgian centre, famous bridges and plenty of green space. It suits a relaxed first meeting, whether you are new to online dating or coming back to it. Check opening times before you go.

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First date ideas in Newcastle upon Tyne

Three easy places to meet someone new in and around Newcastle upon Tyne. Check opening times before you go.

  • The Quayside and Tyne bridges

    A riverside walk beneath the Tyne Bridge and across the Millennium Bridge to Gateshead. Free, public and full of people, with benches by the water.

  • Jesmond Dene

    A wooded valley with a stream, waterfalls and footpaths, a short way from Newcastle city centre. Free to enter and lovely for a slow walk and a chat.

  • Grey Street and Grainger Town

    A handsome area of Georgian streets in Newcastle city centre, with Grey's Monument at its heart. Free to wander, and a good way to spend an hour before a coffee.

Around Newcastle upon Tyne

Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Newcastle upon Tyne city centre, Jesmond, Gosforth, Heaton, Benwell, Walker and Fenham.

Getting there: Newcastle Central station is on the East Coast Main Line, with direct trains to London King's Cross, York, Edinburgh and the Tyne Valley line. The Tyne and Wear Metro runs to the coast, Gateshead, Sunderland and Newcastle Airport, and the A1, A19 and A69 are the main roads.

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Questions about dating in Newcastle upon Tyne

What is a good first date in Newcastle upon Tyne?

There are plenty of easy options: a walk along the Quayside, a stroll in Jesmond Dene and a wander round Grey Street. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.

How do I get to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Newcastle Central station is on the East Coast Main Line, with direct trains to London King's Cross, York, Edinburgh and the Tyne Valley line. The Tyne and Wear Metro runs to the coast, Gateshead, Sunderland and Newcastle Airport, and the A1, A19 and A69 are the main roads.

Can I join Silver Gay Singles from Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.

Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.