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History Tour of Medieval Blackfriars with Lunch

Visit one of the jewels in Newcastle’s medieval past, a restaurant built on 1239 that lays claim to being the oldest dining room in the UK

Discount code: AUTUMN10
eligible with a VisitBritain Gift Card

Standout list

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 48 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Picturesque and memorable

Charming quaint traditional architecture before your eyes.

Highlights

  • Explore the long and turbulent history of Blackfriars, a 13th-century former Dominican friary, from its medieval origins right up to the present day.
  • Engage with captivating stories and historical anecdotes from expert guides who will bring the medieval era to life through expert narration.
  • Dating back to 1239, Blackfriars lays claim to being the oldest dining room in the UK, the jewel in Newcastle’s medieval past, and a stalwart of the local dining scene.
  • Enjoy this 45-minute tour of a Grade I Scheduled Ancient Monument together with a 3-course set lunch in the restaurant after the tour with 125ml wine and coffee.
  • Savor a delicious lunch crafted with a blend of medieval and modern flavors, providing a taste of the past with a contemporary twist.

What's included

  • 45-min guided tour
  • Three-course meal
  • Gratuities

Unlock the experience with a VisitBritain Gift Card

Prepare for the experience

Accessibility information

  • Please contact our team before booking should you require further accessibility information regarding the experience.

Ticket restrictions

  • This e-ticket is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or used at the venue’s sister restaurants.

Additional information

  • Photocopies will not be accepted and all bookings must be made in advance.

Guests can visit Blackfriars Restaurant at the time advised when booking.

  • Duration: 45 minutes.

The regular operating times are the following: 

  • Mondays and Wednesdays: 11:30 am. 

Exceptions:

  • Not valid between:

    • 27 November 2023-1 January 2024

    • 25 November 2024-1 January 2025. 

Departure point

  • Start location: The Parlour Bar, at Blackfriars Restaurant, Friars Street,  Newcastle upon Tyne,  Tyne and Wear,  NE1 4XN, England, United Kingdom.
    • Nearest station: Newcastle.

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Blackfriars Restaurant.

Upon booking you will receive instant order confirmations via email from VisitBritain and from the provider. The provider’s email is your mobile ticket. You can show it over your mobile phone or print it out to show when you arrive.