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Visit Gibside car-free
It’s easy to reach Gibside car-free. There are frequent buses from Newcastle (30 mins) or Gateshead (15 mins), direct from the city centre to the country. It’s then a 15-minute stroll to Gibside.
There are direct trains to Newcastle from Durham (15 mins), Sunderland (20 mins), Darlington (30 mins), and York (50 mins).
Check out our recommended route (below) and then use our journey planner (above) for door-to-door train, bus and walking routes.
Enjoy 10% off food & drinks in the café, when you show a valid bus or train ticket/pass or cycle helmet.
Choose the cheapest transport ticket for you from: Network One or Nexus (all transport), Go North East (bus), or Northern (train deals, such as GroupSave) . For more money-saving tips see our handy guides to trains and buses.
National Route 14 starts along the River Tyne in South Shields, before turning off along the River Derwent, through Rowlands Gill, and continuing to Consett. Plan your cycle route here.
You could also hire a bike from Bikes On The Tyne on Newcastle quayside (right by the famous winking swing bridge) – it’s about an hour’s cycle (10 miles) on mostly traffic-free routes to Gibside, along the Tyne and the scenic River Derwent path.
The Derwent Valley Walk passes through Rowlands Gill village.
Book ahead with Gateshead based Dean Taxis: 0191 444 4444 or LA: 0191 287 7777.
Here’s some information on access to attractions, buses and trains. And here’s access information for Gibside.
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Getting to Gibside car-free
Here's our recommended route to Gibside. To get bus and train times and walking routes use our journey planner.
From Newcastle
Bus X45 from Newcastle stops a 15-minute stroll from Gibside. Bus 47 and bus X45 leave Eldon Square bus station (Stop B, inside) frequently (regularly on Sundays). The journey takes about 30 minutes via Gateshead.
Jump off either bus in Rowlands Gill (Lockhaugh Road-Derwent Park stop) for a 15-20 minute walk along Burnopfield Road to Gibside, following the brown signs.
Buses from local towns
There are buses to Rowlands Gill (for a short walk to Gibside), for local towns and villages including:
Bus 47 runs direct from: Consett, Bridgehill, Shotley Bridge, Blackhall, Chopwell and High Spen. Buses run frequently (regularly on Sundays).
Bus X45 runs direct from: Consett, Blackhill, Shotley Bridge, Ebchester and Swalwell. Buses run frequently (regularly on Sundays).
Bus R3 runs direct from: Clara Vale, Crawcrook, Ryton, Crookhill, Blaydon and Winlaton. Buses run hourly.
Our journey planner will show you bus times and walking routes.
From further afield via Newcastle
If you’re coming from further afield, trains run to Newcastle train station from: Durham (about 15 mins), Darlington (30 mins), Berwick-upon-Tweed, York (about 50 mins), Edinburgh (85 mins) and many other cities.
Newcastle Central station Metro is on both the Yellow and Green tram lines, with connections across Newcastle.
Bus X45 runs frequently (regularly on Sunday) from Newcastle Central station (stop D), stopping near Gibside – see above for details.
From further afield via Metrocentre in Gateshead
There are direct trains to Metrocentre train station from: Newcastle (about 10 mins), Prudhoe (15 mins), Hexham (25 mins), Sunderland, Morpeth (35 mins), Carlisle, Chathill, Middlesbrough, Stockton and Nunthorpe.
About Gibside
On the edge of Newcastle, this Georgian landscape delivers ‘wow’ moments. Walking trails stretch over 717 acres/290 hectares of garden, featuring man-made terraces, spectacular vista views and original 18th century architecture. Towering above, the Column to Liberty offers a glimpse into the stormy history of keen botanist Mary Eleanor Bowes. Wildlife and horticulture-rich, Gibside is home to roe deer, red kites, amphibian-filled ponds and a fruitful Walled Garden.
Gibside is a favourite with local visitors and is dog friendly, with lead-safe walks and a shower to rinse muddy paws. Families enjoy outdoor play at Strawberry Castle play area, den building area and low ropes challenge. There are seasonal events for all ages and for those looking to unwind, the café and second-hand bookshop is the perfect cosy place to curl up.
For any queries about visiting contact Gibside on 01207541820 or gibside@nationaltrust.org.uk
Address: Gibside, near Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE16 6BG. Visit Website