Blue Badge
Tourist Guides throughout the
United Kingdom
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The national professional association for Blue Badge Tourist Guides
with members in every part of Britain
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North East
The North East Region
covers:
Northumberland,
Tyne & Wear (Newcastle and Gateshead, South Tyneside, North Tyneside),
Sunderland,
Durham and
Tees Valley.
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North East Blue Badge Tourist Guides
are trained and examined in writing and practically - on foot, on site and on coaches - for the whole region. |
 Coast and Countryside – Discover an area of stunning coast and countryside, with magical castles and gardens to explore, grand country houses and gardens, unique villages and market towns, heritage coastline and mile upon mile of wonderful countryside, National Parks and areas of outstanding Natural Beauty. Feel thefreedom and enjoy our peace and tranquility, it’s all around you.
History and Heritage – The wealth of history and heritage ishighlighted with two World Heritage sites – Hadrian’s Wall and Durham’s Cathedral and Castle. Coupled with our romantic castles such as Bamburgh, priories such as Lindisfarne, Roman heritage and grand country homes such as Cragside, the past is brought to life.
Culture – Visit our vibrant and cultural cities, such as Newcastle Gateshead where world class culture and some of the county’s top cultural icons, such as The Angel of The North, are accompanied by world class shopping experiences for that essential retail therapy. The warmth and friendliness of the welcome here is world renowned.
Visit North East England with a professional tourist guide who will
enhance your stay and make it unforgettable!
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Regional Development Agency - ONE North East
Web Site: www.groupsnortheastengland.com
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PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
| NEWCASTLE & GATESHEAD GREEN BADGE GUIDE ASSOCIATION |
Ms Patricia Lowery
12 Elgin Gardens
Walkerdene,
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
NE6 4EJ
Tel: 0191 2633131
Fax: 0191 2633131
Email:
patlowery@blueyonder.co.uk
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LANGUAGES |
English |
| TOURS |
Walking tours of Newcastle and Gateshead area, including the quayside and river, Graingertown, town walls, Blackfriars, bridges of the Tyne, streets of Newcastle, Gosforth, Jesmond, the suburbs, art in the town, grisly and ghostly tales, central Gateshead, railways, industrial archaeology, social history.
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| WALKS |
A wide variety of walks available which could include special or inside visits, by prior arrangement, to sites such as the Guildhall, Castle, St Nicholas Cathedral, art galleries & cemeteries. Many specialist walks can be catered for and tailor-made to requirements
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| NORTH-EAST ENGLAND TOURIST GUIDES (NEETG) |
Ms Patricia Lowery
Secretary
12 Elgin Gardens
Walkerdene,
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
NE6 4EJ
Tel: 07905 697296
Email:
info@neetg.co.uk
Web Site:
www.neetg.co.uk
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LANGUAGES |
English, French, German, Spanish |
| TOURS |
From anywhere in the region, all year round:
Hadrian’s Wall, Northumberland Coast, Alnwick, Holy Island, Northumberland National Park, Kielder Water and Forest Park, NewcastleGateshead, Sunderland, South Tyneside, North Tyneside, Durham, (Cathedral, Castle and City), North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Teesdale and Weardale, The Tees Valley and Hartlepool, Maritime History, Stately Homes and Gardens, Christian Heritage, Castles, Battle Sites, Industrial Heritage (e.g. mining, railways), TV and Film Locations, Ghosts and Grisly Tales, and Special Interest Tours of any type.
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Many specialist walks in all areas within the region catered for on request. These may include National Trails, countryside walks, city walks including Newcastle, other town and village trails, or any type of special interest walking tours.
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| AIRPORT TRANSFERS: |
Meet & Greet Services available from Newcastle International or Durham Tees Valley airports. Transfers also available from train stations and The Port of Tyne. |
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FIND A GUIDE
To find a Blue Badge tourist guide in the North East click here
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Guild Home Page
Use a Blue Badge Tourist Guide to make the best of your visit
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The Guild of Registered Tourist Guides
The Guild House, 52d Borough High Street, London, SE1 1XN
Tel: 020-7403 1115 . Fax: 020-7378 1705
E-mail: guild@blue-badge.org.uk
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