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North East Region

Victoria Tunnel Visit

Event type: Outing
Date: 17th September 2025
Time: 1:30 pm
Cost: £15
Booking: Note that booking is required.

The Victoria Tunnel is a subterranean wagonway that runs under Newcastle from the Town Moor down to the River
Tyne . It was built between 1839 and 1842 to transport coal from Leazes Main Colliery in Spital Tongues , to riverside staithes.

More information: Victoria Tunnel

This Event is now fully booked and there is a waitlist.
Contact: Wendy Dale