Newcastle
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See | February 2010
Newcastle
DISCOVERY MUSEUM
Experience all aspects of Newcastle and Tyneside, from the region's maritime and scientific history, right through to military and fashion. With interactive displays throughout, it is a great way to find out more about the area.
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Hotels | February 2010
Newcastle
FALLEN ANGEL HOTEL
Just a 20-minute hop from Newcastle, this hotel has a room to fit every mood. If gothic glamour is your thing, check into the velvet and leather-clad Cruella. Or for loved-up newlyweds, there's the Russian Bride suite, complete with Jacuzzi.
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Bars | February 2010
Newcastle
MR LYNCH
From the designer-clad Cheryl Cole to Converse-wearing indie kids, you'll find them all kicking back at Mr Lynch. Its friendly atmosphere and mix of ales, Champagne, jazz and pop means everyone is kept happy.
Address: ARCHBOLD TERRACE, JESMOND. | Tel: +44 (0)191 281 3010
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Restaurants | February 2010
Newcastle
STARTERS & PUDS
Located in the vaults of an old bank below the city, Starters & Puds is no ordinary eatery. Offering a wide range of “the best bits of a meal”, you can enjoy your food under barrel-vaulted ceilings in an informal and easy-going environment.
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See | December 2009
Newcastle
BALTIC CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART
The BALTIC has a magnetic effect on local culture vultures. Join them for a couple of hours at the current exhibition: Damien Hirst's 1992 work Pharmacy.
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Hotels | December 2009
Newcastle
JESMOND DENE HOUSE
You are assured of a pleasant stay here: the concierge, Dean Maddison, has been named Concierge of the Year for UK hotels outside London, awarded by the Society of the Golden Keys. The hotel itself picked up AA Hotel of the Year 2008/2009.
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See | November 2009
Newcastle
OUSEBURN
Only a couple of miles from Newcastle city centre, Ouseburn Valley is a peaceful oasis of greenery scattered with restored industrial buildings that are now home to the city's artistic community. There are galleries, several pubs and a range of events to keep visitors busy.
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Nightlife | November 2009
Newcastle
DIGITAL
This now legendary superclub is the number one place to party in the Toon. Attracting massive name DJs from across the spectrum, if you like your dance music, be it house, electro or dubstep, then Digital is for you.