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.
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9. Leazes Park, 1900
Leazes Park in 1900. The photograph shows the boating lake with boats moored at the edge. | NL
10. Nun's Moor Park
A view of Nuns Moor Park Fenham Newcastle upon Tyne taken in 1997. The photograph shows the avenue of trees leading to the park. | NL
11. The Hoppings
Newcastle Hoppings, Town Moor, Newcastle upon Tyne, 1964. | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries