NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE City Tour - American in Newcastle

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Hiya Pet! If you haven’t seen my Northumberland Castle video, you can catch that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3qrdaeGbb6nlZo Thanks so much for joining us for this crazy adventure in Newcastle! Cheers! Dara

[@YourBeingParanoid]

So weird but when you were sitting describing the methods used in building the city wall, I couldn't help but think about how that was the exact spot where that body was found just a few days prior

[@lawrenceglaister4364]

Hiya Pet !!! You definitely been up north too long lol If you've been around town seeing the night life and how well dressed everyone is , well they all dress exactly the same in the middle of winter no matter how cold it is

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@lawrenceglaister4364 that’s funny! Hardy folk up North 😉

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@YourBeingParanoid are you serious?!?! When was that?

[@YourBeingParanoid]

@@MagentaOtterTravels Part of my job involves gong around the city centre late at night looking for people with substance issues who may be in trouble from overdose - anyways, I few weeks ago, we found someone in that area behind where you were sitting on the wall - I don't know if you remember, but there was a 1 story drop behind you to a lower level? Well, he was there - overdose (heroin and benzos) as well as at least a litre of vodka, judging by the empty bottle in his hand. It's a common thing in every city. It had been a lovely warm day, so people had been walking past him thinking he must have just been sun bathing. He had his headphones in his ears and his phone still on his stomach. I should also point out that you were also sitting on a huge rat's nest (and I do mean hundreds of rats). They live right along that whole section of wall as it is the backlane running along Chinatown - is basically waste food city and they have a big nest under that whole mound that you were sitting on top of. Next time you're in the city, walk up to Leazes Park by following the side of St James' Park - you'll soon see all the rats. Plus its a nice park for a walk (it has a small lake and ducks, swans and geese) but look out for the rats. They're everywhere! D'ynahwitameenlikepet?

[@moomin1632]

As a born and bred Geordie it's so lovely to see someone visit our beautiful green areas and historical buildings. There's so many hidden gems in the north. I'm really glad you enjoyed your visit.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Aye, there is SO much to love in the Northeast! We had a fabulous time last year (please check out my Northumberland vlogs if you are interested) and were so happy to come back again this summer. I was chuffed to discover so many fun surprises in Newcastle alone... but the whole area has a lot to explore! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I hope you have subscribed and joined the Magenta Otter Tribe for future fun ;-) Cheers! Dara

[@Danny-eh8us]

Same here it’s so refreshing when the north east gets some attention, these days all you hear is London London London

[@RoyallyHansky]

As someone from Newcastle who just stumbled upon this video with no context, I really enjoyed this :) I’m gonna binge a bit more of your content because it is just awesome!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Well, that is an extremely lovely thing to say... thank you so much! The KZbin algorithm is not always kind to me, but I"m chuffed that it has served up this video to so many Geordies. It is very satisfying to see that people enjoy my video once I"ve spent 30 hours editing the bloody thing! haha If you enjoy travel vlogs, I have two playlists of Northumberland and Durham that you might like. I also have a lot of British culture videos, taste tests, and assorted other silliness. A bit of something for everyone... and a way for me to share all kinds of things that I find interesting! Thanks for your comment, and I'll see you around! Cheers! Dara Northumberland vlogs: kzbin.info/aero/PLOedWVhYewAUqvRDVs5VqbfCr3TJgfB_w Durham vlogs: kzbin.info/aero/PLOedWVhYewAWvQmJmtLX2JvMK5F4PUdsG

[@silgen]

A nice little tour through St Nick Cathedral here. But Newcastle has three other cathedrals - St Mary's RC Cathedral. the Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Fenham, and St James's Park :)

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Oh my goodness! I think it’s a good thing I didn’t know. I would not have had time to visit all of them! 😂 Thanks for telling me! Cheers! Dara

[@tomarmstrong5244]

St James's is the House of the Devil, or is it Shaitan. Haway the lads and FTM!

[@silgen]

@@tomarmstrong5244 House of Shearer, maybe...

[@tomarmstrong5244]

@@Poliss95 Whyayeman!

[@Zooumberg]

Geordie born and bred here. I think someone is pulling your leg. If definitely pronounced chair and not chare. I tell you what really was weird is your video showed the flats I live in. Great video by the way.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Well of course we showed your flat! We HAD to capture the most important part of the Toon on my vlog! haha The way Britons pronounce place names and a host of other words is SO confusing to us foreigners, and the fact that y'all can't AGREE on how they should be pronounced even makes it worse! People are always taking the mick because of how I say scone for example! ;-) Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I have more vlogs of Northumberland coming... and this week we are headed to Manchester and Liverpool... places I've never visited before. I hope you have subscribed and join the Magenta Otter Tribe for future fun! Cheers! Dara

[@StephenandAndie]

There’s SO much to see in this video! Newcastle looks absolutely lovely. And we’re happy to hear about otters returning!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I’m trying to get our son Trent to move there!

[@stuartauld3193]

Love the way you say Newcastle properly.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Haha, thanks! I was schooled by a local lad ;-)

[@davegreenwood1663]

Hi Dara you and Ian ,did a fantastic job of promoting Newcastle.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much! It truly was full of interesting surprises! Waterfalls, big fields full of cows, and a bicycle hire in a Sherlock Holmes morgue! LOL

[@royalratvanguardd]

geordie (from newcastle) here! thanks for seeing the beauty in our city & Northumberland, we don't get much love compared to London so it's nice to see 🖤🤍

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

It is SO NICE to hear you say that! We LOVE exploring places that the typical American tourist just passes by... it is boring to just watch videos of London and Stonehenge and York and Edinburgh. There are SO MANY amazing places to explore in Britain! And when I go to a place like Newcastle or Bristol and discover that it is full of so much more than I expected, it's exciting to share that with everyone! I hope you have subscribed and join the Magenta Otter Tribe for future fun ;-) Cheers! Dara

[@jmcc29]

There I am! My big-screen debut! What a pleasure it was meeting you both and I'm so glad you had good weather for visiting the Dene, it really comes to life in the sun. As someone who's lived in the toon my whole life, I think I would've struggled to put together a better itinerary, you packed in a lot of great spots. And I'm so glad I was in the way of your shot at the mill, as otherwise we wouldn't have met! Happy travels!!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

YAAAAY!!! I am chuffed to bits that you watched! Everyone has really loved your interview, and several people asked if you had seen it yet!💕 This video has done so well… my most popular travel vlog so far! So loads of folks will be seeing the lovely toon, and your fun interview! 🙌 True… what a happy accident that I was standing in your shot and you were standing in mine! Lol I’m now exploring Liverpool and we were in Manchester yesterday. Such great cities in the North! 👍Cheers! XX Dara

[@magirusdeutzjupiter2234]

Newcastle is my favourite City in the world.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

It is a fun place to explore… and as we discovered, full of surprises! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! 😊 Cheers! Dara

[@whitedrguy6503]

The thing about the Toon is it’s a great stopping off point to explore Hadrians wall, such an amazing piece of engineering, along with a few old Roman forts and villas. Sadly not much mention of the spiritual home of any true Geordie, St James park. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I'm sorry, I'm a lousy sports fan!! And I don't drink alcohol so I didn't adequately feature the Toon's local brew either. But my video was already so long... it would be a 2 hours documentary if I included it all! Seriously, we had a blast exploring Newcastle. And YES, it is a great place to explore Northumberland and Durham from! If you are new to my channel, I hope you watch my recent Durham videos and my Northumberland vlogs from last year. We really love the area. But I am sad to say I STILL haven't visited Hadrian's Wall! MUST.COME.BACK! I hope you have subscribed and join the Magenta Otter Tribe for future fun ;-) Cheers! Dara

[@libmananchannel]

Hello Magenta Otter Travels! it's amazing! Thanks for the very nice video! I saw it with great interest! Great! Have a nice day!

[@oweng7987]

Loads of us locals renounce ‘chare’ as ‘chair’ as well so you’re not alone there.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thank you!!! As an American who does travel vlogs in the UK, I am getting used to being wrong about 70% of the time! haha Cheers! Dara

[@geordieboy8945]

@@MagentaOtterTravels I say 'Chair' too, so consider yourself an honorary Geordie pet!😄

[@lesjames5191]

Ha way bonny lass yer not wrang, we all say chair.

[@gavinfalkous5719]

Definitely chair as in care

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@gavinfalkous5719 wow, you Geordies are really confusing me! 😂😂

[@ShaneNixonFamily]

Fascinating how much of Newcastle reminds me of the older parts of Sydney and Melbourne - especially the Victorian and Edwardian architecture. The Tyne Bridge really has a Sydney Harbour Bridge vibe. I looked it up to see which was older - Sydney's started construction a couple of years earlier than Newcastle's but Newcastle's opened earlier. Loved seeing the cheese and fresh food markets. At first glance the cheese seemed expensive but after a quick currency conversion it was extraordinarily cheap - especially for artisan cheeses. I think similar here in Oz would be 3, 4 or 5 times more expensive. I hadn't seen much about Newcastle before so this was lovely. The Murder Park was delightful, but should we be demanding some sort of proof of life from Dara? 😁

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

So fun to hear your comparisons from Down Under! Yes, the bridges were of a similar era and style, as is the architecture. When I go back to Texas, I really miss the wonderful British cheeses at AFFORDABLE prices!!! Yes, I am still alive... thankfully Ian kept his murderous urges at bay... probably because he wanted a cycling partner for the next day! LOL

[@ians3586]

For the record, I have no intention of murdering Dara or anyone else. I only made that comment because Dara has made me watch far too many British detective shows and it has poisoned my thinking.

[@ians3586]

While I've watched videos that show the fabulous architecture of Sydney and Melbourne, I'd love to see it in person. Lately I've been seeing videos that feature the impressive skyscrapers being built in the cities.

[@ShaneNixonFamily]

@@ians3586 poison hmm? So that is your method of choice 😁

[@ShaneNixonFamily]

@@ians3586 before covid I'd read that there were dozens of skyscrapers being built or planned in Melbourne. More than the rest of Oz combined I think. Even during our long lockdowns the building industry kept chugging along. Having lived in both cities they both have impressive skylines.

[@marktodd7397]

Fantastic video of my hometown. The thing I like about Jesmond Dene the most is its changing colours throughout the seasons simply beautiful. Next time your in the grainger market pop in a place called the weigh House where you step on some scales to get weighed. For those interested in football you'll be lucky to get a ticket for a game but they do stadium tours which are excellent and even a rooftop tour where you can see panoramic views of the whole city, you would have to book im advance for this though in the clubs website. You dont eat pease pudding by itself but in a stottie a type of flatbread with typically ham. For all cyclists you can travel the full length of the river tyne embankment on a cycle track which is part of the coast 2 coast bike ride this will take you to beautiful small town and beaches of Tynemouth , whitley bay then cullercoats or at northshields you could travel over to southshield on the ferry which is quite fun. If anyones interested in coming to Newcastle and knowing about its history check out a KZbin channel called tyneside life run by a local guy called Eddie its highly recommended, glad you guys enjoyed your stay and didn't get murdered 🙂

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thank you so much for watching my video and letting me know your thoughts! I LOVE hearing from folks who are from the places where I vlog, it is so fun to discuss the local places to visit and things to do and eat! I would love to see Jesmond Dene in different seasons... it is a lovely place. I'm NOT sure I want to be weighed at Grainger Market... I think I'd rather just eat my fill of all the delicious things in the Toon! I am disappointed I didn't get to have a stottie with pease pudding and ham... NEXT TIME! I also definitely want to get to Tyneside next time. YES, so glad we didn't get murdered... or me at least.... Ian seemed to be hatching a dastardly scheme in Jesmond Dene! Thanks again for your comment. I hope you subscribe and stick around for more fun in the North. I'm currently working on editing my Liverpool vlogs and I have Northumberland coming after that! Cheers! Dara

[@colinearnshaw7725]

Earl Grey is best remembered as the Prime Minister who banished slavery throughout the British Empire and enforced a ban on the trade of slavery world wide.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks for adding this very noteworthy fact! It was interesting to visit Manchester and Liverpool and hear about the stances those cities had with regard to America’s attempt to abolish slavery…

[@toonfan02]

Great video, however you did miss a trick Newcastle has two cathedrals the st Nicholas near the keep and a Roman Catholic cathedral st Mary's near the central station half a mile away

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes, I apologize! I learned my mistake after publishing this video. Thankfully, it was before I went to Liverpool, so I was sure to visit both cathedrals there!💕 Hoping to publish that video in the next several weeks! Cheers!

[@jjsmallpiece9234]

You should watch Al Murray taking the p out of Scots and Geordies. Just search KZbin. Its very funny

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Will do. We have been watching a lot of British comics on KZbin lately, and they are hilarious!

[@jjsmallpiece9234]

@@MagentaOtterTravels kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4mcaX99o9uWZ6c

[@Brookspirit]

My Welsh grandmother used to buy tripe and cook it at home. The smell was awful!!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

The smell is awful, the appearance is creepy, and the concept is disgusting... what's not to love? LOL

[@christhompson7345]

So pleased you got to see my home town! You probably didn't realise (or recognise) that in front of the Castle Keep, there is a side street (between the pub and the entrance of the bridge) were a body was found in a episode of Vera. A episode was also filmed inside the Central Arcade. I actually got the chance to see it being filmed and got a wave and Hello from Brenda Blethyn who plays Vera. I also work in the Premier Inn you stayed at! Hope the service was good, shame I missed you.....maybe next time 😏

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I am thrilled to hear that you work at that hotel! Normally I am a cheeky lass who hands out my business cards and tries to get people to subscribe to my channel. I guess I didn’t do that with you? LOL Yes, the service was excellent! We enjoyed our time there. Thank you so much for pointing out that I accidentally visited two Vera filming locations. Sorry I was too daft to realise it and appreciate it! Thanks so much for watching and commenting! I hope to see you around 😉👍 Cheers! Dara

[@JoeCoachTV]

Your videos take me to the most beautiful places. wonderful scenery. Thanks for sharing!!👍230

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Many thanks

[@TravelingTramps]

Well, "Hiya Pet" right back at you Dara and Ian! We are getting friendly now. We loved the tour. Lovely cathedral, town and market with some different items! Since we've never been to the UK we've never tried either of the cheeses mentioned. Thanks so much for bringing us along.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

British cheeses are wonderful! You can probably get some nice Wensleydale and Stilton and of course Cheddar back in the US and Canada (where I think you currently are?)... but since I live in Gloucestershire, I also recommend the Double Gloucester if you can find it ;-)

[@ians3586]

Thanks for watching. I hope you enjoy your travels in Winnipeg. You might be interested to know that the two Canadian otters that we visit regularly in the otter sanctuary are sisters named Whinnie and Peggy.

[@jonsmith8582]

You did my home town proud !

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much! I’m grateful to hear! Hopefully you can share the vid with a friend or two? Cheers! Dara

[@paula3124]

Whoever told you that Chare is pronounced 'char', is completely wrong. You were 100% correct, & it's pronounced 'chair'.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Ha ha ha ha ha, you Britons are constantly keeping me on my toes! It’s bad enough that I pronounce things incorrectly more than half the time, but the fact that you don’t agree on correct pronunciation just makes my life even more challenging! Lol Thanks for watching my video and taking the time to comment. I hope you enjoyed our quirky tour of Newcastle! Cheers! Dara

[@paula3124]

@@MagentaOtterTravels I think you were wrongly corrected by the ONLY person in Newcastle, who pronounces it 'char'. I've never heard anyone pronounce it thusly.🤣🤣🤣. I liked the video. Very good 👍🏻

[@leeharwood9624]

Geordie hear great video but don't tell everyone how great the toon is lol 😉everyone thinks London is great but it hasn't got a look in on the northeast. Hope you visited south shields and the sandhaven beach voted best in the country. Its our little slice of heaven our sunrises are unbelievable

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Sorry, the truth is out... Newcastle is amazing! And there is so much to enjoy in the surrounding areas as well! I haven't been to South Shields and Sandhaven Beach yet... MUST.COME.BACK! Also, I think I heard of an award winning chippy that way? We thoroughly enjoyed Northumberland and look forward to future visits. We need to explore Tyneside more! Here is a playlist of our adventures in Northumberland last year: kzbin.info/aero/PLOedWVhYewAUqvRDVs5VqbfCr3TJgfB_w Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Cheers! Dara

[@zladatv]

*👍23🤝супер и привет от автора ютуб-канала "ZLADA-TV" тренера по футболу*

[@suzielynne9421]

Newcastle City centre is my shopping centre, I'm so lucky to see these sights a couple of times a week. The architecture is stunning, bridges, and a river running through it. What more can you want ❤️ ps. I stayed overnight in the castle, it was a ghost hunt. 👻🏰

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Ooooh, that sounds really fun!! I've heard about some haunted locations in Newcastle. Did you encounter any spirits?? Newcastle really is a lovely city with a lot to offer! Do you live in Northumberland? I have more vlogs of Northumberland coming... and this week we are headed to Manchester and Liverpool... places I've never visited before. I hope you have subscribed and join the Magenta Otter Tribe for future fun ;-) Cheers! Dara

[@The_Brit_Girls]

Why was there no footage of you riding the bike, Dara? 🤷‍♀🤔

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Nope. TOO EMBARRASSING!!!

[@Electrowave]

The party capital :-)

[@WITYTRAVELS]

Ian really showed his hand in the park! Remind us not to hang out there whenever we DO meet up in real life. ☠

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

That was so crazy! Ha ha

[@ians3586]

I’ll assert my right to silence (UK equivalent of “pleading the 5th”). When it comes to this topic.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@ians3586 disturbing 😳

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@Poliss95 you need to do a stake out and watch for her! 👻

[@RhubarbAndCod]

Aw wow! What a fantastic trip! That cathedral was utterly gorgeous, and I'd go running to that cat cafe. I'm actually a carnival ride fan, so I'd probably be checking out the Hoppings festival if I was around there. Thanks for this Dara!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes to cuddling the cats. A hard pass on the carnival rides. I'll wait for you at the bottom of that terror torture ride... with my Nutella covered waffle! Haha, thanks so much for joining the premiere!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@Poliss95 I look forward to seeing your video, Boppy!

[@southerntowhere]

It’s sad not to being picked up Saint James Park Newcastle United fan point of view though i am Japanese.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@adelemcqueen1365]

👋 hi I am from Newcastle and you have made our town city look beautiful 😍 Thank you and hope you enjoyed your stay ! X

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

THANK YOU for saying that! I'm interested to hear you call it a town city. It was interesting to visit the city and see that it had a TOWN wall and TOWN moor. My video next Friday is about the English definitions of towns a cities. A topic that always confuses Americans ;-) Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I hope you have subscribed and join the Magenta Otter Tribe for future fun ;-) Cheers! Dara

[@newbris]

@@MagentaOtterTravels You probably know that Geordies call it "The Toon" (The Town). "I'm gannin down the toon and then I'm gannin hyem." (I going down to the town and then I'm going home). I'm Australian so if any Geordie wants to add a correction to this feel free :)

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@newbris I really enjoyed listening to the Geordie accent. And this past week I was very entertained by listening to the Scouse accent!

[@stuartauld3193]

Sshhhhh. Please dont tell people beautiful Northumberland is. People will come. Ps i live on cheese.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Sorry not sorry! 😂 I posted some great vlogs last summer of our road trip and castle visits throughout Northumberland. There are more videos coming of our adventures this summer. Unfortunately, it just takes me a while to edit all them! Thanks for your comment my cheesy friend!❤️🧀 Dara

[@ovy6136]

It,s a shame you didn't see the Martin Luther King jr statue at the university. He was honoured here and gave a speech,six months before his death.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Wow, that’s amazing. Another wonderful thing about Newcastle ❤️

[@francescakate6060]

Your video came up on my home page and ngl think I saw you when I finished work one day. Its quite weird seeing my city on a video. Also i live so close to the dean

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much for commenting and telling me that! Where did you see us? I guess I stand out... a tall, loud, very MAGENTA American woman!! And one who rides a bicycle very badly! LOL You are lucky to live close to Jesmond Dene! I would go there all the time if I did. I have more vlogs of Northumberland coming... and this week we are headed to Manchester and Liverpool... places I've never visited before. I hope you have subscribed and join the Magenta Otter Tribe for future fun ;-) Cheers! Dara

[@PinnedonPlaces]

This is great! Some gorgeous sights, love the Edwardian architecture here, just simply gorgeous. Genuinely never heard of Jesmond Dene - what a lovely place! So colourful and peaceful. The black gate looks quite imposing, love it! Interesting about their being a roman fort before the castle today, thanks Ian! The cathedral was really love. Very beautiful stained glass, bet it was such an experience standing there looking at all the different heraldry's and the stunning screen! The fairground looked fun too! All them yummy treats! Thank you for such a beautiful presentation of Newcastle!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much, it was an action packed trip... full of surprises! My favourite discoveries were the waterfall and mill in the park, the cycle hire in the Sherlock Holmes morgue (!!), and the field full of cows! Thanks for watching, Alessa! Hope you had a great wander through Scotland!! Cheers! XX Dara

[@davidbrown5411]

FYI The Black Gate inspired JRR Tolkien, who used the name to describe the gate into Mordor in his opus Lord Of The Rings. Mordor itself was probably inspired by a visit to Sunderland, given the resemblance of the locals with Orcs. 😂

[@callallilly]

Born in Newcastle but my parents moved us to Canada when we were young. I go back often and consider it home. The people, the atmosphere and the city are just amazing. Hope to return one day for good. Love Jesmond Dene it’s so beautiful. I need to visit the inside of the cathedral next time I’m there. You are right the war memorial is so poignant, I found it in 2018 but now seeing the 70 display I’m wishing I would have gone back this past summer. Thank you for showing how wonderful and beautiful my hometown is.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Awwww, thank YOU for your kind and thoughtful comment. I really love hearing from people who have roots in the places we visit! I honestly try to show in my vlogs British places (as seen through my eyes) in a way that helps people who have never been there WANT to go, and people who know it well appreciate it in a new way! Jesmond Dene is a very special place. I hope you do get to return to Newcastle and enjoy it again. I also hope you check out some of my other vlogs. I have a lovely one of Durham Cathedral and also one of Manchester, if you are open to exploring some other places in the NE and NW with us ;-) Cheers! Dara

[@philipscott9238]

Glad you liked my city of Newcastle next time you come up to the North East go to the roman Wall and to to Seahouses in Northumberland and go to the farne Islands to the Longstone lighthouse and learn the story of Grace darling the best day you will have as I did all the best

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much for your comment! I'm disappointed we still haven't made it to Hadrian's Wall to film... hopefully next time! In my Bamburgh video I show the Grace Darling memorial there... that was the day I first learned about her. What a story! I"m chuffed to report that we DID get to Seahouses and Farne Islands this summer... on a PERFECT day! I hope you've clicked that wee bell so you will be notified when those videos come out. Tomorrrow's premiere is of Manchester... I hope you check out that video. I was surprised at how nice the city centre was! Cheers! Dara

[@WITYTRAVELS]

Better a lectern then a lecture! We didn't know anything about Newcastle, besides the beer Newcastle, so we learned a lot in this video. Great job on camera Ian!

[@WITYTRAVELS]

@@Poliss95 ok cool. Haven't seen it here in Mexico unfortunately!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

He does so much better when I just catch him off guard and he doesn’t know he’s going to be filmed… then he doesn’t try to prepare a script! 😆

[@The_Brit_Girls]

What a beautiful park! I love the waterfall and the watermill. Loved the Newcastle lad interview!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I hope the Newcastle lad watches this video! He was brilliant! I have to tell you how I met him because you will appreciate that. I was on the bridge trying to take a photo of the water mill... but he was standing in front of it blocking my shot. So I kept waiting for him to move! But then I realised HE was standing over their trying to take a photo of the bridge... and I was blocking HIS shot!! LOL... so we took turns and had a nice chat. Turns out his brother lives in Seattle... another city of bridges that he says reminds him of Newcastle. He was an absolute dear.

[@newbris]

@@MagentaOtterTravels Did you walk around the suburb of Jesmond beside the Dene? It has some beautiful streets full of gorgeous homes depending on the route you take. It's one of the retirement options I have my eye on (from here in Australia). If you haven't already google for Jesmond Dene shots in winter snow. Just gorgeous.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@newbris we did walk around the neighborhood a bit, and it was full of lovely homes! We actually were trying to figure out where the Armstrongs had lived 😉

[@lxrp_]

This was great, as a person from Newcastle, I think you showed the city in a great way! subscribed for more!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Why thank you so much! Welcome to the Magenta Otter Tribe!💖🦦 We did love our visit to Newcastle. We began this week with two days in Manchester, and are currently in Liverpool! It’s been fun exploring these northern cities I had never been to before.👍

[@WanderingwithWatto]

Really enjoyed seeing around the Toon with you guys. Very interesting and informative. The market and arcade looked like a great wander. Thanks for showing us all. Have yourselves a fantastic weekend. 👍🏻🚶🏻‍♂️🚶‍♀️. Watto & Kim.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks Watto and Fun Size Kim! It was truly a great wander and a great adventure in Newcastle!

[@Mark_Dyer1]

Dara: How do you DO that?!? Fancy finding a magenta tunnel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne! And the Jesmond park at the start is beautiful. We will have to return to the city, after your tutelage here.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

The magenta tunnel was pretty funny, especially since I found one in London as well, in this video that lasts a few seconds: kzbin.infohb5QGuVVfZo Newcastle was full of surprises... a field of cows, a bicycle hire in a Sherlock Holmes morgue, and a park with a lovely waterfall and centuries old mill! I hope you pay a visit when you make your trip to Durham Cathedral and Beamish! XX

[@JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers]

Wow, so much to see in New Castle! The Cathedral was beautiful. The Armstrongs truly knew how to design gardens, loved the park. Ian cracked me up, murder in the park and then off to the bike shop morgue 😂! Excellent video Dara ~Cara 💖

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes, there was a definite detective show theme to the whole video, huh? Thanks for watching! Cheers! Dara

[@155stw]

Vera likes to her frustration out on DC Kenny. But anyway I think we may have to visit up north soon. I’m more of a West Country person (kernow forever!)

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I love the West Country too! Have had some wonderful fun in Somerset and Devon and Cornwall this summer. But I also love Northumberland and Durham, for different reasons. And I agree that Vera is a bit moody and self absorbed... and can be a bit rude to her subordinates! haha Thanks for watching. Have a great weekend! Cheers! Dara

[@StLouisTheatreSnob]

I'm going to Newcastle upon Tyne in a couple of months, and I would have never known about the Ever Tower if not for your video! I love that stuff. (Staying at the same Premier Inn, too!) Thanks - great video!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Oh, I'm so excited for you!!! PLEASE subscribe and stay in touch. I'd love to hear from you after your visit and get your impressions of the city. DEFINITELY explore Jesmond Dene. Hopefully it won't be too wintery by the time you are there.... but I"m sure it will still be lovely. When you are at the Premier Inn, explore more of the town wall. There is loads more as you continue along, I just ran out of time! Also nearby is the Tyneside Irish Centre, which would be fun to check out... as well as a Scottish church steps away. And then loads of great Chinese restaurants all over around them. Talk about a wonderful combination of cultures!!

[@GeziVizyonu]

Newcastle is very nice city. Thank you sharing video 😊

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks for visiting

[@MadameMinima]

Fascinating how much there is to see and visit in Newcastle. And thank you for the very interesting and well-researched information. This has been another beautiful virtual trip with both of you 💖

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much, my friend! As a fan of mystery novels, I hope you enjoyed all the detective references ;-) XX

[@James-ql9nl]

Haha. Just watching this in London and you visited the Blackbird Pub - in my home village in Ponteland - in fact, my parents still live there. Well done for pronouncing Ponteland by the way, you obviously had some training on how to pronounce it.

[@James-ql9nl]

@@Poliss95 My brother used to fish in the pont back in the days too ;))

[@James-ql9nl]

@@Poliss95 sticklebacks and minnows were the usual, somewhat pathetic, catch;)

[@redf7209]

Yes, Ponty land grates.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

THANK YOU!!! If you watch my initial visit to Ponteland (sticky toffee pudding video), I totally butchered the pronunciation! I WAS schooled this summer when I returned to Durham and chatted with my friends. I'm so relieved to hear that I did better this time! Hopefully you are a subscriber and will check out my Northumberland vlogs if you haven't already seen them ;-) Cheers! Dara Here's my STP video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e33Ph6Zqg7t9l7s And Northumberland vlog playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLOedWVhYewAUqvRDVs5VqbfCr3TJgfB_w

[@James-ql9nl]

@@MagentaOtterTravels I've now watched your dedicated STP video, and I'm delighted that Ponteland's STP made it to the shortlist - it did look very nice;)) and yes, your initial pronunciation of Ponteland was dreadful;) they did a good job coaching you;)

[@crazydave53]

I first started work in the building next to the Cathedral, at the rear of the cathedral is a building what has "A Vampire Rabbit" over the doorway. There is so much to see in Newcastle, even Johnny Depp came here during his infamous court case, and went to one of pubs on the quayside. Me, I came from South Shields home of the famous Author "Catherine Cookson"

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I hope to get to South Shields on our next visit! Oh yes, I forgot about the vampire rabbit… so funny! There is a lot to do in Newcastle! We are currently in Liverpool, just got here after visiting Manchester the last two days. Thanks so much for watching my video and leaving a lovely comment. Cheers! Dara

[@bobbyxhilone9224]

There was SO much in this video, Dara. Wow!! I can't decide what I liked best. All of the food was great, of course; I'll take that veggie burger, please! Then your bravery at the bike-riding was very admirable; if only Ian could have captured you on film, also dealing with the cows. And speaking of Ian, his observation about a proper location for a murder was spot on, for sure!! Thank you for every minute of this video -- oh, and I also loved the local guy expressing his enjoyment of living there and how lucky he felt. Glad we got to hear from him!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much! You understand why this video took so long to edit... it was like 8 videos in one! But it was delightful to watch all the footage and see the crazy adventures we had... from renting bikes in a morgue to taking selfies with cows in the city!! Have you watched Vera? If you do, you'll see why I fell in love with the area ;-) And yes, I LOVE that the young man let me film him sharing his feelings about the park! He was so friendly. And if you re-watch that part you can hear a very northeastern way they say "book"... same as look and cook. Rhymes with kook. Very fun to listen to! Thanks for watching Bobby! Have a great weekend!

[@GENerationXplorers]

Wow, this was lovely, well just watched on big telly so going to be working my way mentally backwards through your visual feat on such a significant place in our hearts. Lets start with that massive ick, no worse food on the planet than the tripe,but clever Dara, i know you know that about us! Ick ick ick! Scones and breakfasts? Im guessing Newcastle can have us all beat on that! A lovely Northern, all encompassing group of people that are very welcoming! Well two decades ago me and Jill met, but we courted, fought and disagreed over the lovely Newcastle! Id be big on clubbing by the river, booze cruise trips to Amsterdam and Jill. Well probably she was doing exactly the same. Why aye pet! People from Newcastle are the most friendly, and up for it, people in the UK! We have such a close connection with this place but you guys delved deep! It was great to see such a deeper side to a place we hold close to our hearts! Was expecting this to be out of your comfort zone but instead you put us Newcastlefiles in our place! Well done guys, great vid xx

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much! Let's just agree that next time you visit Newcastle you can skip the tripe but try out The Naked Deli... those yummy chocolate protein shakes would be the perfect thing before a hike!

[@GENerationXplorers]

@@MagentaOtterTravels naked deli it is! We will keep our shorts on xx

[@johnbrownbridge873]

I lived and worked in Newcastle for many years and consider it my spiritual home ,though I usually describe it as a large village. At one time I used to cycle across the Moor to and from work , often at night , which could be quite alarming when cows lay close to the paths. My eldest son worked in your hotel when it was the Co-op store. I still love the toon though I haven't been (except for hospital appts. for quite a while now.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks for sharing your memories! It’s fascinating that the hotel used to be a co-op and in the stairwell still has a lot of little museum exhibit about the co-op that was previously there! I admire them for maintaining the history. 👍 I was surprised to see all the fun things Newcastle had to offer! Great place!

[@mickparker3726]

Born and bred Newcastle lad (Heaton) and so pleased to see you enjoyed our great city. Unfortunately I take this all the architecture and history for granted so it’s nice to be reminded how lucky I am to be a proud Geordie

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

You should be proud! I hope you enjoy the architecture a bit more after seeing the video. AND appreciate Jesmond Dene. AND maybe try eating at the Butterfly Cabinet there in Heaton. It was good stuff, and the people were very friendly! Cheers! Dara

[@baldyholly5503]

Thanks for your great vid. As a native of Newcastle Upon Tyne, having lived here all my life, I have also had the privilege to visit and perform in Clear Lake Iowa, Mason City and Dallas, Lubbock and New Mexico. I can likewise concur how interesting your great City's and Country is. Lovely to have you folks over here

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Awww, thanks so much! What kind of performer are you? We have lived near Dallas Texas for 29 years... but last year we started coming over to Cheltenham (Gloucestershire) to spend each summer. We love both the US and the UK, and my husband Ian is a dual citizen. I'm chuffed to hear you enjoyed my Newcastle video. Hopefully you saw some new bits or at least saw them in a new way via our travels. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I have more vlogs of Northumberland coming... and this week we are headed to Manchester and Liverpool... places I've never visited before. I hope you have subscribed and join the Magenta Otter Tribe for future fun ;-) Cheers! Dara

[@baldyholly5503]

I have a band which perform Rock n Roll around the globe. Especially Buddy Holly, a true Texas legend, if you haven't heard of him

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@baldyholly5503 oh yes, Buddy Holly was a class act!👍. Nice to meet you! Cheers! Dara

[@WaysideWade]

Great to hear that Ian does not have murderous intentions and is only noticing and scouting locations. 🧐😁🛡️

[@WaysideWade]

I can't help but be from the States and always think there are supposed to be video games in the arcade. 🤖😊

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes, arcade is a curious word... I agree!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Well, Wade, I've been driving him crazy for 30 years and he still hasn't killed me yet!

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

Fantastic place Newcastle - looks like you had a great trip Dara. So much to see always in the Toon. We visit every few years for the football and we love the Tyne walk especially the High Level bridge for trains and buses. We’ve not seen that anywhere else I don’t think. It’s such a vibrant city Cheers for sharing Dara 👍👍👍

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

It IS a vibrant city! and I never thought I would be hiring a bicycle in a Sherlock Holmes morgue! Lol… it certainly was full of surprises!

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

@@MagentaOtterTravels 👍👍👍

[@elizabetherwin1315]

"The struggle is real"!! I love your anecdotes, Dara. This is a spectacular presentation of Newcastle...the feel of it is such a beautiful mixture of the ancient with the modern. Loved the restaurants and the fairgrounds as well. That amusement park certainly could be a picture right out of any summer fairgrounds here in the States. Good to see Ian with his snappy bicycle helmet!! Omg, that Bubble & Squeek with duck eggs looks scrumptious! I truly appreciate how the Brits favor the maintaining of older fallen edifices. To me it demonstrates their appreciation of time past and their heritage. Thank you, again for your wonderful account. Must make it to the Northeast when I visit next spring. Cheerio to you both!!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

YES, I can't recommend the Northeast highly enough! If you could visit Warkworth Castle when the daffodils are in bloom ... it would be EPIC! Please check out my vlog playlist of Northumberland (I'll link below) if you haven't seen it yet. It is a county FULL of castles and ruins, and no tourists! A few American tourists make it to Alnwick Castle or Bamburgh, but most of the time it is just uncrowded beauty. Try watching an episode of Vera as well, if you haven't, just to experience that. As for my silly comments... I"m a combination of American midwest farmer parents, slang my 20 year old kids teach me, and British sayings! hahaha Here's the playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLOedWVhYewAUqvRDVs5VqbfCr3TJgfB_w

[@redf7209]

You did pretty good coverage. I don't thinks its the typical english city or one that pulls in the tourists that much except as a good base for exploring Northumberland but has a lot going for it when you take the time to look. I don't think Newcastle spends much on tourist promotion like other cities

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I totally agree! And that is why I love visiting places like Newcastle or Bristol or Tavistock or even Rothbury.... I've done vlogs in all of those towns/cities and it's wonderful to discover how interesting and charming they are. But definitely they do NOT make the short list of most Americans' travel itineraries!

[@redf7209]

@@MagentaOtterTravels I suspect the tour companies get a bit of subsidy from some cities to secure a place on itineraries.

[@thomasdavison37]

Newcastle has a tourist industry, but pretty much weekend/nightlife orientated.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@thomasdavison37 I’ve just spent the last four days in Liverpool. Same is true there!

[@martintabony611]

In 1388 Newcastle became a City and County in it's own right, although the castle was still part of Northumberland. This led to the castle "Garth" (area around the keep) being used by the less desirable members of society, as it was out of Newcastle's control

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

That’s interesting. Thanks for sharing some historical context . Cheers! Dara

[@bangkoklifebynuningpratiwi6557]

Thanks for sharing your great video and art works. İ really enjoy it. Thanks for sharing dear friends.

[@MadameMinima]

Poor Dara...although he had trained hard at home to climb stairs!! But you know, to become a Hollywood Blockbuster producer and camerawoman one has to suffer 😂

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

We never did stair training CARRYING BICYCLES though! That was rough! Especially with my rotator cuff injury...

[@paulmitchison3050]

My home toon, pleased you enjoyed your stay

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Loved it! You should be proud!👍

[@captainsensible8433]

It's a very interesting video of Newcastle, we've been through it but never got the chance to look around properly. As soon as you see a photo of the bridge you know it's Newcastle. We too watch the TV program Vera, she looks to be a female version of detective Columbo played by Peter Falk, they both are a bit scruffy and drive old cars ! How did you enjoy your new mode of transport ? ..you've gone from using horse power to becoming a girl biker with peddle power ! 😉 Remember to keep to the speed limit and no stunt riding ! 😉 It's a lovely video you and Ian have done, and as Vera would say, "Well done pet you've done a great job" 😉

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes, the bridges in Newcastle make it very recognisable! Ian LOVES biking around, and I do it to be supportive, even though I'm not quite as big a fan. Hauling that bike down the million steps was NOT fun haha. I heard someone else compare Vera to Columbo. I guess they are similar... dumpy cars and dumpy trench coats (as we call them in the US)! haha Thanks for watching, Pet!

[@captainsensible8433]

@@MagentaOtterTravels If Ian is keen on biking and you aren't, then a tandem bike will solve your problem ! yeah ? 😉 With Ian's peddle power on the front you can then sit back and relax while Ian does all the peddling ! (sorry Ian) 😉 As a precaution though you'll need to put a message on Ian's back that reads, " If anyone can see this, then my wife Dara must have fallen off !" 😉

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@captainsensible8433 most excellent suggestion! Very sensible indeed, Captain!

[@MadameMinima]

Stunning cathedral with some gorgeous details....really worth a visit!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I learnt yesterday that Newcastle has at least 3 cathedrals! I'm glad I visited the St Nick one, though!

[@catherinerobilliard7662]

A delightful trip down memory lane for me, thank you so much. Incidentally pease pudding is pronounced “peace” and delicious with stottie cake. If you get the chance, buy a peach melba in Greggs, they’re only sold in North East England. Also pet, as you probably already know, is short for petal. Enjoy Durham; if you’re not going up a hill, you’re going down but the river is lovely to swim in.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks for correcting me on pease... we did learn that nursery rhyme in America and we always pronounced it peez ;-) I wish I could have bought a stottie at Greggs as well as a peach melba... but I just didn't have time. I felt like I was eating constantly as it was! The day I visited the Beamish was a pretty food intensive day! haha I love the saying about Durham! Cheers! Dara

[@gavinfalkous5719]

It isn't peace it it peasz

[@jayveebloggs9057]

@@gavinfalkous5719 yes as is peas

[@Poliss95]

@MagentaOtterTravels Brenda Blethyn will opening the festivities at the Charlotte Straker Summer House fete in Northumberland this Saturday,. June 15. 'One person who will definitely be at the fete this weekend is Christine Bennett, who is venturing all the way from Australia to visit some of the places featured in her favourite TV programme, as well as hoping to meet some of its stars.'

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Dangit! I'm sorry to miss that!!

[@ruthgoebel723]

What a beautiful cathedral!!! I agree, those crazy rides are no longer my thing. No thanks!!! Fascinating place. ❤️

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I was amazed how interesting the city was, and our surprising discoveries there! Renting bikes in a Sherlock Holmes era morgue? Taking selfies with cows in a big field in the city? Such an adventure!

[@ms.kayak7seas]

Hi, Magenta Otter Travels. I cannot wait for it....no tardy🤣🤣🙋‍♀🙋‍♀🛶🛶

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Haha I need to be on time this week too! 😬

[@ms.kayak7seas]

@@MagentaOtterTravels I am very excited. ⏲🙋‍♀🙋‍♀🛶🛶

[@xanderside8899]

If you're ever back here, Newcstle has two Cathedrls, St Nicholas Cathedral which is Church of England and St Mary's Catholic Cathedral thats just down the street :)

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I hope to return one day, and would love to see the Catholic Cathedral next time! Check out my Liverpool Cathedrals video if you are interested in seeing my tour of the two VERY unusual and VERY different cathedrals in that city. I loved seeing them! Cheers! Dara

[@benk9397]

Ah, you were not that far from Washington Old Hall, located unsurprisingly in Washington, Tyne and Wear. The old hall is the ancestral home of George Washington, first president of the United States :)

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes, I was SO disappointed to miss visiting Washington! I wanted to go, but I had a problem at Durham Cathedral... it was closed when I first went to visit and then I had to return the next morning... the time I was SUPPOSED to be travelling to Washington Old Hall! You can check out my Durham Cathedral video here and check out some interesting Washington family lore that I learned there ;-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6Xdapp6n5eSoMU Thanks for your comment! Cheers! Dara

[@benk9397]

@@MagentaOtterTravels oh no, sorry to hear, will watch thank you. Washington Village at that time was competing in Britain in Bloom (a national community gardening competition) won gold and was declared overall winner in 2021, this year became a finalist out of 6 other villages. Next time maybe you can visit :) Really enjoy both your videos!!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@benk9397 oh that sounds fun! We love visiting towns and villages “in Bloom” 🌸

[@lunastars8100]

I'm glad you enjoyed my home town of Newcastle upon Tyne. As a local I have lost alot of love for the place, the History, Architecture & The Grainger Market I still very much love but (like I said) as a local I feel that the local councils for Newcastle have missed a trick for the people who live here & those of us who now live in Gateshead but still go into Newcastle for one reason or another. I feel As I'm sure any others do feel that the City of Newcastle is now very much more for the University Students as there are two universities in Newcastle. Please don't get me wrong I'm not knocking anyone who does go to uni & has a University Education, it does seem very much these days that Newcastle is mainly for students & the people who live & lived here full time have been forgotten about. (Not meaning for a political rant. Just wanted to shear an opinion from a Geordie). I really am truly glad you had a good Time in Newcastle. If you are every back in the Newcastle area, check out Saltwell Park in Gateshead. Gateshead is a small town but we still have The Beautiful Saltwell Park which has Saltwell Towers in its grounds, we also have The Little Theatre next too Saltwell Park & Shipcoat Art Gallery for the art fans out there. X x

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thank you for your comment. It’s good to hear from you. There are so many aspects to a city, aren’t there? We just arrived in Liverpool yesterday, and the funny thing is that we got into the city and drove straight to the place where we had paid for parking. It just happened to be in a terribly ugly awful part of the city that was literally drowning in rubbish! But of course, once we emerged from the parking structure and walked a couple blocks we were in the middle of a colourful and vibrant city! I love the countryside so much, and probably would not want to live in a large city full-time, but I am having a wonderful time visiting them and seeing what they have to offer. Gateshead sounds lovely, and hopefully I shall be able to visit one day.👍 Cheers! Dara

[@The_Brit_Girls]

Very interesting and informative video. I must watch Vera and then visit Newcastle myself. Thank you, Dara and Ian!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

The trouble with Vera is that each episode is an hour and a half... and there a million episodes! We just discovered another fun mystery show on BritBox... it's called McDonald and Dobbs. It is set in Bath, and the photography (and drone footage) is absolutely wonderful. Give that one a go first... it has a lot fewer episodes and is quite a contrast to darker Vera. But I love them both!!

[@WhereisBingle1]

That arcade is so gorgeous!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes! I love architecture from that era! We are in Manchester today, and there’s a lot of it around here as well… Thanks for watching! Cheers! Dara

[@generationxperiences]

Woop woop watched this on the big tv loved it you showed us of lots of stuff in and around Newcastle we did not know about! That guy in old costume with an energy drink was funny followed by Ian outside a castle with his biking helmet 😂🤣 love you guys learn so much from you even though we are English! St Nicholas church is high on our list, love Christmas and of course I have my own saint..that is my Nicholas 🤭😂🤣 great video guys ❤️❤️❤️

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes, you MUST visit the cathedral of St NICHOLAS!! And maybe hire bicycles at the morgue! haha

[@MadameMinima]

16:05 this is the only ride on a fun fair I would join in too and joining Ian for a hot doughnut..... 😂

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes, we are on the same wavelength! I would opt for a fresh waffle with Nutella ;-)

[@paulguise698]

Hiya Dara, where would you rather go Newcastle or Manchester? where has the better food? You and Ian should of went to St James's Park home to Newcastle United Football Club, that would of made my day, instead of just going to Old Trafford, this is Choppy in Whitehaven, Cumbria, England

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I think both cities have excellent food, so I can’t choose! We are lousy sports fans, sorry! I got near St James’ Park but didn’t visit this time…

[@forthedisenfranchised4366]

Thoroughly enjoyed your video, you brought the best out of this city, and I'm glad there was no Fog on the Tyne (not sure if you're familiar with that song). You both bring out the best in everywhere you go.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much! I don't know the song, but most episodes of Vera are cloudy and foggy and grey! haha I'm glad you enjoyed our visit. As often happens, the city of Newcastle surprised me with so many unexpected interesting bits! Who would've thought our bike hire would be in a Sherlock Holmes era morgue, fergoodnesssakes?!?! Have a great week. Thanks for watching! Dara

[@MadameMinima]

23:45 "...one last photo from the bakery..." before Ian broke the glass and emptied the whole display. 🤣

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Truth be told... it WAS Ian who had a treat from the bakery. I just had a protein shake ;-) haha

[@ians3586]

You got me there. Definitely my weak spot. Looking forward to those Luxembourgish pastries!

[@seanmc1351]

another great video, my part of the world Dana, i will get slated for this im from sunderland and sunderland fan in football, i did my apprentiship in newcastle back n the 80's, had some good nights out over with with work people, still probably, i will admit coming from sunderland, has the best night life i the country bar none. i have some good stuff, i will email it over, as its a bit long about my time in the 80's the fair, the nights, working there and the football stuff, think you will find it interesting

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Cheers, Sean!

[@daveyeddie8176]

Enjoyed that, thanks.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much! Are you a Geordie?

[@daveyeddie8176]

@@MagentaOtterTravels Yes, 100 per cent.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@daveyeddie8176 lovely to hear from you! I hope you subscribe and stick around for more fun beyond the Toon 😉. Cheers! Dara

[@alfje5492]

Most tourists miss the Catholic Cathedral in Newcastle, it's not as old or impressive as the St Nicholas one, but still worth a look.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks for noting!

[@MadameMinima]

Lord Armstrong and his wife truly knew how to design gardens, parks, and bridges! Wow, They really left a great legacy to the local people and visitors.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

So true! With Cragside House & Gardens and everything in Newcastle, it is an amazing legacy indeed!!

[@Zooumberg]

@@MagentaOtterTravels Cragside was the first house to be lit with hydroelectric power.

[@ians3586]

@@Zooumberg yes it's an amazing place. Would love to take my engineer father there.

[@wencireone]

I think Ian has a murder novel to write, at least we know the setting

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I fear I have subjected him to a few hundred more hours of British detective dramas than he was willing to endure... perhaps it's payback time?

[@ians3586]

I think after all the British detective dramas I've been forced to watch (every time I fall asleep I get a poke in the ribs), I could write that novel in my sleep.

[@toonman1892]

As a Geordie, I am happy you have discovered our great City. We have two Cathedral's, there's the one on the hill too :) The Grainger Town area is my favourite from a kid growing up, used to love the smell of the market. You should listen to Mark Knopler and Dire Straits, some of the lyrics are about the Quayside, and the coast.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

My favourite thing is hearing from Geordies who enjoy this video! Thanks so much for watching and commenting. I did enjoy our time wandering through your toon! I didn't know there was more than one cathedral when I was filming and editing... but some other viewers have pointed that out. SO, when I filmed and edited my vlogs of Liverpool I made sure to get BOTH cathedrals! They are actually both super unique and memorable. I hope you give that video a watch as well. Cheers! Here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpfZpZqVarqmeLc

[@toonman1892]

@@MagentaOtterTravels The Cathedral on the hill is the nickname for the football ground. It's our place of worship 🏴🏳🏴🏳

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@toonman1892 LOL oh yes, there is also THAT cathedral 😂

[@malcomflibbleghast8140]

look up `the little waster` for a taste of local comedy....(bobby thompson)

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@toon9902]

Glad you enjoyed my home

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes! It’s a fabulous city to visit! 💕 I hope you subscribe and stick around for other adventures!👍 Cheers! Dara

[@ted606]

This is my hometown, and you’ve made me think I need to pop into town more often…. Glad you enjoyed your stay!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes, you do! And if you have never explored the Dene to find the waterfall and the old mill, I highly recommend it! Hopefully you'll also enjoy watching our adventures in other parts of Britain. We have lots of fun stuff filmed that I look forward to sharing with everyone! Cheers! Dara

[@paulguise698]

Hiya Ted, have you subscribed to The KZbin Channel The Toon Review, its really good, Paul "Ditchey" Ditchburn has just gone past 14,000 subscribers, if you want all things Newcastle United,The Toon Review is the channel for you, this is Choppy in Whitehaven, Cumbria, England

[@minky6617]

Benwell is so beautiful too and would welcome you with open arms. 😊

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Awww, thanks so much! We need to explore Tyne and Wear on our next visit. What should we see in Benwell? Any specific recommendations?

[@Poliss95]

@@MagentaOtterTravels Benwell was the site of the world's first electric light bulb factory. Its biggest claim to fame is that it's where I was christened and where my dad used to lie on the pavement kicking and screaming when he couldn't get his way. 🤣 My grandmother was a member of The Sisterhood of the Bond Memorial Methodist Chapel.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@Poliss95 great memories! 🤣

[@elunedlaine8661]

I believe Jesmond Dene featured in an episode of the UK tv series 'Spender', a police series based in Newcastle

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Oh that’s interesting! Great filming location for sure!

[@what_im_eatin_uk]

What an awesome video you did the city proud there. Did you try the pease pudding? Thank you for such a lovely video showcasing a city I love and call home. Sad to have missed you guys but seems like you had loads of wonderful suggestions

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

You gave so many good suggestions! Both of the restaurants I featured were because of you! No, I wasn’t able to try pease pudding or a stottie. I wanted to, but I had so many other things to eat! I’m chuffed to hear that you enjoyed the video! I was truly surprised at all of the interesting and fun things we did and saw in Newcastle! 🚴 🐄

[@glenwaterston2695]

Live in Newcastle, great to see .Somebody appreciate this beautiful area. Loved the video.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Thanks so much! I’m chuffed you enjoyed it! We are in Manchester today and go to Liverpool tomorrow 😉 Cheers! Dara

[@glenwaterston2695]

@@MagentaOtterTravels Brilliant,I will definitely watch.

[@dun0790]

An American in my city I completely understand if you call it a shit hole lol some nice places but also.....

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I would never say that! I actually was so pleasantly surprised with the fun things we discovered in Newcastle!

[@MadameMinima]

4:42 This was my thought too, the park has a slow-down and chill atmosphere. The perfect place to retreat with a book and some good snacks.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Yes, Patz could film a "read with me" there ;-)

[@PostcardAndAPint]

Hey buddies!! We’re home after a lovely afternoon with you guys, just catching up!! This is a great video. I think Ian has been watching too many Midsomer murders!! Gorgeous old bridge in Jesmond Dene Park. Gonna say it again. This is a great video, so informative and a great look at Newcastle - you’ve made us want to go! Music is totally on point!! Wills has just perked at ‘st Nick’ !! That bike place was unreal!! Gorgeous gorgeous cat!!! Oo that Broad chare pub food looked amazing! The Otter £10 was cute!! We’re so glad Vera made you go to Newcastle - you did it proud!!! Cheers 🍻

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Aaaah you are too kind! Yes that’s right… all St Nick churches should be Wills’ favourite! There is one by Albert Docks you know? It was FAB meeting you today! Glad you made it home safely 💕

[@Celticbrit113]

No way I worked at the butterfly cabinet for two year. The dene is stunning. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay in the north east

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

That is so cool! You need to watch this video I did where I asked a bunch of English people how they pronounce certain words. One of the people who work at butterfly cabinet participated in the survey! Let me know if you know her kzbin.info/www/bejne/iH3dm4mIabumqdU We absolutely loved our time in the Northeast! I have loads more content that I need to edit and publish of our stay in Northumberland. But I also have some great videos from last year when we were in Northumbria, and a pretty epic video about Durham cathedral, which I hope you watch as well! Cheers! Dara

[@eddiebennett9957]

Nice video. Newcastle actually has three cathedrals. Most of its inhabitants know about the first two, the Protestant and the Catholic ones, but not that many know of the third one. It's a Egyptian Coptic building in the western suburb of Fenham.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Interesting! I was just happy to have made it to one of them, since we packed so much into our time in Newcastle. It was a great visit, with lots of fun surprises. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! Cheers! Dara

[@Poliss95]

The Broad Chare is named as the third best gastro pub in the UK in a new survey by Big 7 Travel. 😁

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

No way! It was good... but not as good as The Mount Inn in Stanton.

[@Poliss95]

@@MagentaOtterTravels The Star Inn, Yorkshire came top.

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@Poliss95 well I shall have to go visit sometime!

[@Poliss95]

@@MagentaOtterTravels Oh my. Guess what I found when I was researching for my latest video? A pub called Trent House in Newcastle. Just 7 minutes walk from where you were staying. The images on the maps thing appear to show lots of magenta coloured lighting. There's a photo of a woman with magenta flowers on her dress. and there's even a dog wearing a magenta coat. 😁 However did you miss it Dara???

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

@@Poliss95 I thought I put Trent house in the video! We didn't eat there, but I definitely went by and took a photo of it... And I sent the photo to Trent and told him he needs to move to Newcastle!