Newcastle Sport

The North East has an abundance of sporting activities to satisfy the requirements of most people. Whether you want to take in a football match play a round of golf, watch athletics or go walking in scenic surroundings, this area of the UK provides plenty of opportunities to indulge in your favourite sporting pastime.

Newcastle plays host to the Gateshead International Stadium where international athletics events are held on a regular basis, and in September the famous Newcastle half marathon is held in the city. Newcastle is also home to the Newcastle Falcons the Premier League rugby union club. Ice Hockey is also played at the Metro Radio Arena.

Of course Newcastle is most famous for it's football team Newcastle United who play in the English Premier League and over the years many famous players have worn the black and white stripes of the "magpies". They play at St. James's Park and the ground is within easy commuting distance of the city centre.

Horse Racing is also held throughout the year at Gosforth Park and both Flat and Steeplechase racing is held here.

If golf is your passion, the North East has a host of golf courses both links and Parkland and they provide a serious test of golf for any enthusiastic golfer. One of the most famous courses is Slaley Hall which over the years has hosted a few of the PGA tour competitions. Excellent deals are available throughout the year to stay and play golf in this historic house.

Cycling is also very popular and there are many areas to explore on a bike in this breathtakingly beautiful part of Northumberland.