Things to do

Your essential guide to pumpkin picking at Brocksbushes Farm in Northumberland this spooky season.

The best bars, restaurants and cultural venues to enjoy panoramic views of Newcastle’s skyline this summer.

Swing into action with a spot of crazy golfing at Junkyard Golf Club in the heart of Newcastle city centre.

Get creative and learn a nifty new skill with a jewellery-making workshop at The Glamorous Owl in the heart of Newcastle.

Ever wanted to climb to the top of Grey’s Monument in Newcastle? Here’s what you need to know…

Whether you’re travelling to Newcastle from afar, or you’re a local playing tourist for the day – the NewcastleGateshead Toon Tour is one bus ride you won’t want to miss!

Roomzzz Aparthotel in Newcastle promises an abundance of style, comfort and space blended with the convenience of a serviced apartment. Newcastle Sparkles checks in for the night to check it out.

Newcastle Sparkles delves into Newcastle’s dark past of witch hunts and executions with The Escape Key – the city’s number one escape room experience.

Newcastle Sparkles swings into Matfen Hall for a thrilling Go Ape treetop challenge filled with thrilling zip wires, swings, and tightropes.

Bongo’s Bingo made its return visit to Newcastle earlier this month, bringing its popular mash up of bingo games, cheesy music and entertainment to the masses, but did the event hit the jackpot?

Newcastle Sparkles enjoys an overnight stay at Le Petit Chateau – a boutique hotel and gastro-pub in the heart of Northumberland.

Newcastle Sparkles enjoys a stylish overnight stay and dinner at Jesmond Dene House in the heart of Newcastle.