Tis the season to be jolly in the Toon with everything from Christmas Markets to a brand-new light trail to help you unwrap your perfect festive weekend away.
Book a Christmas City shopping break and pick up some handcrafted gifts and local produce from the festive market or experience a traditional staple of the city with a visit to the Fenwick Department store’s festive window display. The reveal of this closely kept secret is a highlight on every Geordie’s Christmas calendar!
From the city you can explore more magical delights with a visit to the world’s largest playscape at The Alnwick Garden. Lilidorei is home to nine, mythical clans who all worship Christmas. Watch as this magical land comes to life through light, sound and play and see Father Christmas as he travels through the village.
New for this year is Northern Lights, a brand new light trail in the heart of Newcastle. Set in Leazes Park this dazzling display of illuminations and light sculptures will wow the whole family.
If you want to get your hands on some exclusive tickets for Northern Lights or a host of other exciting festive prizes then make sure you enter the 12 Days of Christmas Tyne prize giveaway.
Everyday from Dec 1st to 12th, head over to NewcastleGateshead every day for your chance to win an overnight stay in a top hotel or a foodie delight, or family day out.
You could be lucky enough to win two VIP tickets for Newcastle Eagles combined with an overnight stay in the 4* Maldron Hotel in the heart of the city.
Or for the Whisky lovers there’s a distillery tour and afternoon tea at the home of Northumberland’s first single malt distillery Ad Gefrin.
There’s also family tickets for Beamish, The Living Museum of the North, and Life Science Centre; a voucher for a two-course dinner at Slaley Hall Hotel and an afternoon tea at newly opened The Tempus hotel in Northumberland.
Our festive giveaway also includes a train and stay break with electric train provider Lumo and overnight at the Copthorne Hotel, which overlooks the stunning River Tyne. There’s also an stay in the vibrant neighbourhood of Jesmond up for grabs with a complimentary room stay at the Holiday Inn Jesmond.
You can also enjoy the sights and tastes of the city with a foodie break at The Vermont and a delicious local food hamper from iconic Newcastle department store Fenwick, or a Prosecco Afternoon Tea at The Royal Station Hotel.
With luxury holiday homes across the North East Host & Stay is also offering one lucky winner a voucher worth £159 to stay in a home of your choice.
To enter all you need to do is click on that day’s gift, fill in your details and wait to find out if you’ve won! Each prize is only live for 24 hours so don’t forget to come back every day and be in with a chance of getting your slice of festive cheer.
Winners will be announced in December. T&Cs apply for the prizes included.
Whatever you’re looking for this Christmas NewcastleGateshead has got it wrapped! For more inspiration for your festive break go to NewcastleGateshead.