Grey's Monument Tours

Grey's Monument tours usually operate on the first and third Saturday of the month from April to September

Tickets are released at 9am two weeks before each tour.

Tickets are for half hour slots between 10am and 3.30pm. Pre-booking is essential.

The Monument is named after Charles, 2nd Earl Grey, who was born in Northumberland and was Prime Minister 1830-1834. Earl Grey tea was named after him. 

From here you can enjoy unrivalled views over Georgian Newcastle.

Please arrive no later than five minutes before your booking time. If you miss your slot, we cannot guarantee entry at a later time than shown on your ticket.

Tickets are £7 per person. Season tickets are not applicable to Grey's Monument tours.

Please note

• Children under 5 years are not admitted on Grey's Monument tours
• Children aged 5-16 must be accompanied by an adult and must be pre-booked
• There are 164 steps to climb and at some points the staircase is narrow and dark
• If you have a fear of heights or confined spaces, have breathing difficulties, a heart condition, or are in the later stages of pregnancy, please do not attempt this climb
• Tours are limited to eight people per slot
• Tours can be cancelled at short notice in the event of severe weather, poor visibility or unforeseen circumstances.

All tour tickets will be available by clicking the button below.

Grey's Monument can be hired for group tours between March and October subject to Guide availability. A minimum charge of £100 applies. Please contact us by email for more information.

Guides will provide a commentary on the history of the Monument and the surrounding area, highlighting local landmarks and places of interest.

Tours can be cancelled at short notice in the event of severe weather, poor visibility or unforeseen circumstances. If this happens, we will try and accommodate you on another date.