From your home to our house
Whether you’re a regular in our building, just fancy trying something new, or are planning a once-in-a-lifetime visit, there are lots of easy ways to get to us.
We’ve introducing some changes to our car park, in partnership with Euro Car Parks (ECP). These updates are designed to make parking quicker and easier, so you can spend less time parking and more time enjoying live music with us. Find all the details you need on our parking page.
Don’t forget, you can take the Metro for free with a concert ticket. Plus, our bars will be open after the concert if you’d like to unwind and enjoy the evening with us for longer.
Latest travel news
With the ongoing four-year restoration of the Tyne Bridge, you might notice some disruption to roads and public transport.
The A167 Gateshead Highway flyover is also closed to all traffic at the moment. If you’re looking for updates or diversion routes, you can check out Gateshead Council’s website.
For the latest information, both Gateshead Council and Newcastle Council have you covered, or you can visit TyneBridge.org for travel advice about the Tyne Bridge restoration project.
Ways to get here
Hop on a train
The nearest station to us is Newcastle Central, about a 20-minute walk away. And there’s a lot of ace options for your stroll – once you get down through the city you can come across the Art-Deco style Tyne Bridge, the Grade-1-listed High Level Bridge, or the Swing Bridge if you want to be closer to the water. Or you can wander along the quayside for a bit before crossing underneath the colourful lights of the Millennium Bridge.
Ride the Metro
Our closest Metro station is Gateshead, about a 10-minute walk away. This is one of the best ways to get to us if you’re coming to a gig or concert, because it’s free! (More info below.)
Catch the bus
There have been quite a few changes to local bus routes and some of the stops nearest to us are not currently available. You can get all the latest info on the Go North East website.
Live a little further afield? Catch a coach to selected classical concerts for just £10 return.
Come by car
If you’re driving then the best postcode to tap into your map app is NE8 2BA, as that will bring you straight to our car park.
We’ve recently made some updates to improve your parking experience. For more info on our car park, including how much it costs and Blue Badge access, we’ve got all the detail on our parking page.
And no need to worry about the new Clean Air Zone in the city – it’s only for vehicles like buses, coaches, and vans. Private cars aren’t affected.
Take a taxi
We’ve got a drop-off point right next to our West entrance, in the turning circle on the Tyne Bridge side of the building.
Stretch your legs or grab your bike
Whether you’re coming from a station or a bus stop, or you live close enough to walk the whole way, just remember that we’re up on a hill! It’s a great way to get your steps in though – and if you need to catch your breath at the top you can just pretend to be enjoying the view. And if you cycle there are plenty of bike racks right by each of the main building entrances.
Don’t forget your free ride
Got tickets for a performance? We’ve partnered with Nexus to make your night out as easy as possible. So for two hours before your concert and two hours after, you can travel to and from Gateshead Metro station (including on the Shields Ferry) for free. All you need to do is show your ticket and you’re good to go.