Bessie Surtees House, Newcastle upon Tyne

Name: Bessie Surtees House
Address: 41-44 Sandhill, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3JF, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 191 269 1200

#42 among attractions in Newcastle upon Tyne

Museum, History museum, Historical place, Architecture

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Bessie Surtees House, Newcastle upon Tyne

Facts and practical information

Bessie Surtees House is the name of two merchants' houses on Newcastle's Sandhill, near to the river, that were built in the 16th and 17th centuries. The buildings are a fine and rare example of Jacobean domestic architecture. An exhibition detailing the history of the buildings can be found on the first floor. The site is also home to the North East regional branch of English Heritage and Historic England. It is a Grade I listed building. ()

Coordinates: 54°58'7"N, 1°36'30"W

Address

41-44 SandhillWestgateNewcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JF United Kingdom

Contact

+44 191 269 1200

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Newcastle upon Tyne

Day trips

Bessie Surtees House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bessie Surtees House?

Nearby attractions include Swing Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne (2 min walk), Newcastle Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne (3 min walk), Tyne Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne (3 min walk), High Level Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne (3 min walk).

How to get to Bessie Surtees House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bessie Surtees House:

Bus

Tyne Bridge North End • Lines: 97 (4 min walk)
High Level Bridge North End • Lines: 97 (4 min walk)

Train

Manors (8 min walk)
Newcastle (9 min walk)

Light rail

Central Station • Lines: Green, Yellow (9 min walk)
Manors • Lines: Yellow (11 min walk)