Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle upon Tyne

Name: Laing Art Gallery
Address: New Bridge St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AG, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 191 232 7734

#40 among attractions in Newcastle upon Tyne

Museum, Art museum, Art gallery, Shopping

Gallery (8)

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Facts and practical information

The Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, is located on New Bridge Street. The gallery was designed in the Baroque style with Art Nouveau elements by architects Cackett & Burns Dick and is now a Grade II listed building. It was opened in 1904 and is now managed by Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums and sponsored by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. In front of the gallery is the Blue Carpet. The building, which was financed by a gift from a local wine merchant, Alexander Laing, is Grade II listed. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 54°58'30"N, 1°36'34"W

Address

New Bridge StWestgateNewcastle upon Tyne NE1 8AG United Kingdom

Contact

+44 191 232 7734

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Newcastle upon Tyne

Day trips

Laing Art Gallery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Laing Art Gallery open?

Laing Art Gallery is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 2 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Laing Art Gallery?

Nearby attractions include Newcastle City Library, Newcastle upon Tyne (2 min walk), Blue Carpet, Newcastle upon Tyne (2 min walk), Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne (2 min walk), Northumberland Street, Newcastle upon Tyne (4 min walk).

How to get to Laing Art Gallery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Laing Art Gallery:

Bus

John Dobson Street • Lines: 62, 63 (2 min walk)
New Bridge Street • Lines: 62, 63, X63 (2 min walk)

Light rail

Monument • Lines: Green, Yellow (6 min walk)
Manors • Lines: Yellow (6 min walk)

Train

Manors (6 min walk)
Newcastle (14 min walk)