Step Into the Story of North East England – Guided Tours by a Local Expert
As an experienced tour guide specialising in North East England, I invite you to immerse yourself in a journey filled with history, culture, and discovery. Explore iconic landmarks such as Durham Cathedral, Stockton and Darlington Railway Museum, the Laing Art Gallery, Great North Museum Hancock, and Shipley Art Gallery with me on engaging site tours. Let me lead you through the streets of Newcastle upon Tyne, Berwick upon Tweed, and Barnard Castle on captivating walking tours.
With memberships in both the British Guild of Tourist Guides and the North East England Tourist Guides, I am committed to delivering top-quality service and expertise.
Walking Tours Offered
Newcastle upon Tyne Walking Tours
Join me for an unforgettable 2-3 hour walking excursion, where I will guide you along a curated route featuring the town wall, Blackfriars, China Town, St. Andrews Churchyard, Eldon Square, Greys Monument, Grainger Town, Theatre Royal, Bigg Market, the Station, St. Nicholas Cathedral, Castle, Guildhall, and Newcastle Quayside. Let’s uncover the captivating stories and hidden gems of North East England together.
Expert-Led Insights
Discover Newcastle’s history and culture with a professional guide who brings stories to life.
Immersive 2–3 Hour Experience
A perfectly paced tour blending must-see sights with off-the-beaten-path discoveries.
Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems
From Grey’s Monument to secret corners of Grainger Town, see the city in a whole new way.
Authentic Local Connection
Gain a deeper understanding of Newcastle’s heritage through engaging storytelling and insider knowledge.
Iconic Landmarks
See Durham’s cathedral, castle, bridges, and historic streets in one tour.
Perfectly Paced
A 3-hour journey blending history, culture, and local atmosphere.
Cathedral Access
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with expert guidance.
Rich Storytelling
Learn about Norman architecture, Bede, and Saint Cuthbert.
Durham Walking and Cathedral Tour
Join me on a 3-hour walking and cathedral tour of Durham. Starting at the Passport Office, we’ll follow the River Wear, cross historic bridges, and enjoy stunning views of the cathedral and castle from Palace Green. Inside Durham Cathedral, explore its Norman architecture and the tombs of Venerable Bede and Saint Cuthbert. We’ll finish at Durham Market Place, taking in the city’s vibrant atmosphere.
Site & Museum Tours
Stockton to Darlington Railway Museum’s
Celebrate 200 years of the UK’s railway with a guided tour through the birthplace of the railways. On the 3–4 hour walking tour, you’ll explore the new Hopetown Museum in Darlington, enjoy the immersive time travel experience, and see historic locomotives before travelling by train to Shildon along the original Stockton & Darlington line, passing the world’s oldest station at Heighington.
At the Locomotion Museum, you’ll visit historic buildings, including Timothy Hackworth’s house, and explore the impressive engine halls.
For groups, a 6–8 hour coach tour is also available, adding a visit to Preston Park Museum and offering extra time to enjoy the region’s rich railway heritage.
Durham Cathedral
Discover the best of Durham with two unforgettable guided experiences. On the 3-hour walking and cathedral tour, we’ll stroll along the River Wear, cross historic bridges, and take in breathtaking views of the castle and cathedral from Palace Green before exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Durham Cathedral, including the tombs of Venerable Bede and Saint Cuthbert.
For a fuller experience, the 6-hour coach and cathedral tour combines cathedral entry with a panoramic city drive, showcasing Durham’s iconic landmarks, castle, and riverside scenery, before ending with free time in Durham Market Place. Both tours offer a rich journey through history, architecture, and culture in one of England’s most beautiful cities.
North East Tourist Coach Tours
Experience the very best of County Durham, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, and Newcastle upon Tyne with my expertly curated guided tours. From fascinating historical landmarks to stunning natural landscapes, I create unforgettable experiences across these vibrant regions.
Please note: while I can advise on coach or taxi hire, transportation arrangements are your responsibility. For a seamless journey, I recommend booking a coach or taxi with a professional driver—leaving you free to relax and enjoy a tour filled with discovery and wonder.
Contact Martin
Get in touch to start planning your own walking tours within the North East of England.
Through my experience and expert local knowledge, I can put together a tour that meets your requirements. This can be done through the best tours to take and ensuring that you see the best landmarks that the North East of England has to offer.
Our Feedback
WOW! Martin is the BEST! He was my tour guide and what a wealth of information he shared on our tour. It’s one thing to have a command of historic events and key destinations, but it’s quite a gift when one can bring history to life! Martin has the gift! The pace of the tour was quite leisurely with lots of time for questions and discussion. I especially liked the “side stories and lore” of key people. If you’re visiting Newcastle, I highly recommend taking this tour at your first opportunity. It has made the rest of our stay so much more meaningful!
Very informative. Martin was an excellent tour guide who took the time to answer our questions thoroughly and in an interesting way. He clearly knew his stuff and the tour was pitched at the right level, including a well earned coffee in the historic market.
We booked this tour for something to do rather than the usual shopping etc and we were really glad we did. Very friendly and relaxed but informative.
Really enjoyed this tour of Newcastle. Martin’s deep knowledge of key figures and events in the city’s history, along with his obvious personal interest in and love of the place, made it a really pleasant afternoon. The pace was good and made what was quite a lot of walking very manageable (perhaps a little more time for letting people take photographs would be helpful, though) and the tour took in a wide variety of places of interest.
I would really recommend this tour, it was a good choice.
