If you like ground-breaking theatre, picturesque gardens, stunning country parks, fascinating history, bustling markets and mouth-watering menus, the charming Staffordshire town of Newcastle-under-Lyme is perfect for you!
Things To Do in Newcastle under Lyme
Enjoy acclaimed productions, music and comedy at the New Vic Theatre, the first purpose-built theatre-in-the-round in Europe, where a unique view of the action is guaranteed.
Explore Newcastle’s history in the Brampton Museum’s eye-opening exhibitions and fascinating artefacts, or discover local mining heritage at the Apedale Valley, with its museum, mine tours and light railway.
Learn about Philip Astley, Father of the Modern Circus, born in the borough in 1742, at The Philip Astley Centre and each summer at The Homecoming celebration, a lively mix of street theatre, circus acts, and magic shows.
Relish the floral displays and admire the statues of Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II in the town centre Queens Gardens, enjoy the green space and mature trees of Brampton Park or escape to the wide open spaces of Apedale Country Park, Silverdale Country Park and Handford Hills.
Head to the nearby Dorothy Clive Garden created in the 1940s by Colonel Harry Clive as a living memorial to his beloved wife Dorothy, the garden is set in a 12 acre site and is at its best in the Spring and early Summer when the rhododendrons and azaleas are in full bloom.
Close to the borough’s other town Kidsgrove you’ll find local landmark Mow Cop Castle. Actually a folly, the castle sits high on a ridge which forms the boundary between Staffordshire and Cheshire and marks the start of the Staffordshire Way. Brave the steep path to the top and you’ll be rewarded with stunning panoramic views.
Newcastle under Lyme Shopping
Browse the stalls and meet artisan producers at Newcastle under Lyme Markets, which hosts regular themed events including record fairs, vegan markets and antiques and collectibles fairs.
Go bargain-hunting at the Affinity Staffordshire outlet shopping centre, home to huge discounts and some of the biggest brands.
Newcastle under Lyme Food & Drink
Visit Castletown Distillery, Bar & Shop in Newcastle town centre where you can make, taste and buy Staffordshire Gin. You’ll find a host of places to eat and drink in and around Newcastle including pubs, cafes and restaurants.
Look out for family owed eateries like Amore Italian and Betley Tea Room, and gastropubs including The Orange Tree, Swan with Two Necks, Blockhouse at the Sheet Anchor and The Mainwaring Arms.
Accommodation in Newcastle under Lyme
Why not stay over and explore more of what Newcastle has to offer? There’s a selection of hotels in Newcastle, including Borough Arms Hotel, Clayhanger Guest House and Courtyard by Marriott Keele.
And plenty of great places to stay in the borough such as Slater’s Country Inn, The Old Hall Country House in Madeley, the Manor House Hotel at Alsager and Betley Court Farm Cottages.
Other places to stay around the borough, include Newcastle budget hotels, bed and breakfast accommodation, self-catering properties and caravan & camping sites.
