Quay to Countryside

The 'Quayside to Countryside' two hour cruise sails from Newcastle's Quayside upriver as far as Ryton Willows Nature Reserve and Newburn Countryside Park. The cruise take you under eleven of the Tyne's bridges, including the Gateshead Millennium Bridge, Tyne Bridge, Swing Bridge and High Level Bridge as well as passing places associated with the world famous Blaydon Races.

It is almost forty years since river trips have travelled so far up river and it is proving a popular return. The cruise, which turns at Ryton Willows for the return journey to Newcastle Quayside offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the upriver wildlife where seals, grey herons and many species of wading birds and ducks are regularly spotted.

This cruise is complimented by a by a recorded commentary.

REFRESHMENTS

Tea, coffee, soft and alcoholic bottled drinks, crisps and chocolate bars are available to purchase on this cruise.

BOARDING TIME: 12.15

SAILING TIME: 12.30

RETURN: 14.30

TICKET PRICES

Adults: £10.00

Senior Citizens: £9.00

Children: 2 - 12 years £7.00

Children: - Under 2 years - FREE

Family Ticket: 2 adults+children (2-12 years) £27.00

REFRESHMENTS

Tea, coffee, soft and alcoholic bottled drinks, crisps and chocolate bars are available to purchase on this cruise.

Guests can also bring a packed lunch if they wish.