While the summer may have come and gone, the leaves are changing colours and the city’s parks are a perfect way to see the changing seasons.
Newcastle’s parks have been integral to the city for generations now, starting back in 1857 when residents of the city petitioned the Council for ‘ready access to some open ground for the purpose of health and recreation.’
This resulted in the opening of Leazes Park in 1873.
Jesmond Dene followed in 1883 when Lord Armstrong, the owner of Jesmond Dene, gave the public the space.
Elsewhere in the city, other areas have a more storied past with the Town Moor being given to the people of Newcastle back in 1357. It is also home to the historic Hoppings Fair.
Come with us and take a step back in time as we explore Newcastle’s parks through the ages.
5. Gosforth Park
Gosforth Park Swimming Pool, which was filled in over the 1970s. | Google
6. Jesmond 1897
A view of Brandling Park Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne taken in 1897/8. The photograph shows the park covered in snow. Brandling Park was created from part of the Town Moor. (Newcastle Libraries) | NL
7. The Town Moor
Cattle grazing on the Town Moor back in 1914. | NL
8. Brandling Park
A view of Brandling Park Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne taken c.1955. | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries