Thursday 22 November 2018 and Thursday 28 February 2019
8.30am – 3pm
Welcome to NewcastleGateshead is a destination awareness workshop for anyone who plays a part in welcoming visitors, including those working in:
- Hotels.
- Retail.
- Attractions and cultural venues.
- Bars, pubs and clubs.
- Restaurants.
- Universities and Colleges.
- Transport.
It’s a fun and interactive three hour workshop which looks at:
- Who our visitors are and why they come here.
- The story of NewcastleGateshead.
- The truth of where Geordies come from.
- Our attractions, museums, galleries, theatres and sports venues.
- Hotels, restaurants, nightlife and shopping.
- Our stunning coast and countryside.
- Festivals and events.
After the workshop, you’ll go on a walking tour led by one of our knowledgeable Newcastle City Guides, who will give an informative, fun and quirky view of the ‘twin cities’ of Newcastle and Gateshead.
Your team member, whether born and bred here or new to the region, will get a whole new understanding and enthusiasm for why people visit. They will be equipped to go that extra mile and ensure we can all be proud of the welcome we are giving visitors to NewcastleGateshead.
Agenda:
08:30 – 09:00 Arrival, registration and refreshments.
09:00 – 12:15 Workshop.
12:15 – 13:00 Lunch.
13:00 – 15:00 Walking tour.
All times are approximate, and a refreshment break is provided at 10.30am.
Date: Thursday 22 November 2018
Venue: Jurys Inn NewcastleGateshead Quays, South Shore Road, Gateshead, NE8 3AE situated behind Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.
Parking: Limited free spaces in Jury’s Inn car park on the day.
Baltic Car Park adjacent to hotel – £1.80 per hour.
South Shore Road / Mill Road car parks – both £6.30 per day
Date: Thursday 28 February 2019
Venue: Sandman Signature Hotel, Gallowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4SD situated opposite NUFC St James’ Park Stadium.
Parking: Limited Sandman parking bays in St James’ Metro car park – set fee £8 per day or main car park – £1.40 per hour
St James’ NUFC car park – 70p per hour or £3.00 per day.