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See. Wylam Brewery's street vendor food battles Experience street food 'battles' in Newcastle, a highlight of culinary events. St James' Park Visit the home of Newcastle United FC to experience English football culture.

Eat. Frankie & Tony’s Sandwich Bar Enjoy generous portions and quick service at this popular sandwich bar. Pani's Cafe Savor Italian cuisine specializing in Sardinian dishes. Uno's Dine at this cheerful trattoria located on the Quayside.

Stay. Albatross Hostel Stay in a large youth hostel in a former bank near Central Station. Leonardo Hotel Book a room at this modern hotel on the west side of the station. Premier Inn Quayside Choose this very central budget chain hotel on the Quayside.

The GuardianJul 24, 2026

‘Full of zesty colour and flavour’: readers’ favourite food festivals in Europe

From the Tiramisù World Cup in Italy to street food ‘battles’ in Newcastle, your culinary highlights range from the sublime to the delicious • Tell us about a book that inspired you to travel – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break The town of Menton on the French Riviera is beautiful at any time of the year but becomes even more of a treat during the annual Lemon festival (Fête du C…

10 festivals in this story
  • Wylam Brewery’s street vendor food battlesFestivalVendors serve dishes to win 'culinary King of Newcastle' title.
  • Elsewhere
  • Fête du CitronFestivalMenton, FranceAnnual festival celebrating Menton lemons with food, parades, exhibitions.
  • Tiramisù World CupFestivalTreviso, ItalyThree-day event in Treviso with tastings, chef demos, public judging.
  • Gota Cotta festivalFestivalColle di Val d’Elsa, ItalyCelebrates local pork cheeks in medieval Colle di Val d’Elsa.
  • ZibelemäritFestivalBern, SwitzerlandAnnual onion fair in Bern's old town with produce and food stalls.
  • Fiera del Porro CervereFestivalCervere, ItalyAnnual leek festival in Cervere with tasting menus and leek treats.
  • Malton food festivalFestivalMalton, United KingdomAnnual festival in late spring with local suppliers and makers.
  • Bolton food & drink festivalFestivalBolton, United KingdomNorthern festival with stalls, live music, families, and chefs.
  • Plymouth Flavour FestFestivalPlymouth, United KingdomFlavour Fest, the south west’s largest free food and drink festival returns to Plymouth on 29 to 31 May 2026.
  • Dingle food festivalFestivalDingle, IrelandCulinary playground with Taste Trail, market stalls, masterclasses.
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Lonely PlanetJul 14

How to experience football in England like a local

With 65,000 traveling fans during the World Cup and record-breaking numbers of fans tuning in, football means more to the English.

23 things in this story
  • St James' ParkSightHome stadium for Newcastle United Football Club.
  • Elsewhere
  • Old Trafford StadiumSightManchester, United KingdomHome ground of Manchester United FC, offers stadium tours.
  • Premier LeaguePlaceLondon, United KingdomWorld's richest football tournament, hosts top teams.
  • English Football LeaguePlaceLondon, United KingdomOldest football league in the world, founded in 1881.
  • ArsenalMetro stationLondon, United KingdomTop Premier League team with passionate fans.
  • ChelseaSuburbLondon, United KingdomTop Premier League team, plays at Stamford Bridge.
  • Manchester CitySightManchester, United KingdomTeam on the ascendancy with an emerging entertainment hub stadium.
  • Manchester UnitedSightManchester, United KingdomHuge football team with a famous stadium, Old Trafford.
  • Tottenham HotspurSightLondon, United KingdomNorth London team with a 62,850-seat stadium.
  • Queen Elizabeth Olympic ParkParkLondon, United KingdomPark includes London Stadium, playgrounds, trails, gardens.
  • London StadiumSightLondon, United KingdomHosts concerts, sporting meets, and West Ham United FC matches.
  • Aston VillaSightBirmingham, United KingdomClub traced back to the foundation of the English Football League.
  • Villa ParkSightBirmingham, United KingdomStadium in Aston, Birmingham, for Premier League football.
  • Birmingham CitySightBirmingham, United KingdomPlays in the Championship at St Andrew's Stadium.
  • St Andrew’s StadiumSightBirmingham, United KingdomHome stadium for Birmingham City.
  • Emirates StadiumSightLondon, United KingdomHome ground for Arsenal, replaced Highbury ground.
  • Tottenham Hotspur StadiumSightLondon, United KingdomHub for American football, replaced White Hart Lane.
  • Hillsborough StadiumSightSheffield, United KingdomHome stadium for Sheffield Wednesday FC.
  • Hillsborough ParkParkSheffield, United KingdomBoasts lovely hilltop views, hosts Tramlines music festival.
  • EtihadSightManchester, United KingdomStadium for Manchester City.
  • National Football MuseumMuseumManchester, United KingdomCharts the evolution of football, housed in a glass building.
  • Anfield StadiumMuseumLiverpool, United KingdomHome stadium for Liverpool FC.
  • Stadium of LightSightSunderland, United KingdomHome stadium for Sunderland AFC, set beside the River Wear.
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The GuardianMay 15

‘We found a charming alternative to touristy Bath’: readers’ favourite UK trips

From Hadrian’s Wall to the locations of Happy Valley and Hot Fuzz, readers share their top discoveries • Tell us about your favourite UK coast walk – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher “So this is where Officer Nick Angel [Simon Pegg] chased that swan.” As a fan of Hot Fuzz, I was excited to explore the cathedral city of Wells in Somerset, where much of the film was shot. This charming, c…

20 things in this story
  • Hot FuzzPlaceWells, United KingdomFilm location explored in Wells
  • Mendip HillsSightWells, United KingdomThis is one of England’s most special places – the limestone Mendip Hills with the lakes of the Chew Valley is a…
  • Cheddar GorgeSightWells, United KingdomCheddar Gorge: I wasn’t expecting it to be so brilliant here, with magnificent mountains, goats and butterflies too…
  • Wookey Hole CavesSightWells, United KingdomThe River Axe flows through the cave.
  • Bishop’s Palace and GardensSightWells, United KingdomMagnificent medieval building in Wells
  • Wells CathedralPlace of worshipWells, United KingdomGothic cathedral with one of the oldest working clocks
  • Happy ValleySightHebden Bridge, United KingdomFilming location scouted in Hebden Bridge
  • Scottish Seabird CentreMuseumNorth Berwick, United KingdomOpened by the Duke of Rothesay in 2000 and funded by the Millennium Commission.
  • Bass RockSightNorth Berwick, United KingdomTurns gold on clear early evenings
  • YHA hostelHostelBeer, United KingdomLovely, large, relaxed, welcoming, ideal for families
  • Northumberland coastSightNewcastle, United KingdomCycled from Newcastle to Berwick over four days
  • Hadrian’s WallSightHexham, United KingdomArea explored by train, bus, and foot
  • DunstanburghAttractionAlnwick, United KingdomImpressive castle visited on cycling tour
  • WoodhornSuburbAshington, United KingdomMining museum visited on cycling tour
  • Ardnamurchan peninsulaNeighborhoodFort William, United KingdomStunning peninsula with the most westerly point
  • Sanna BaySightFort William, United KingdomShell-sand beach for wild camping
  • Ardnamurchan lighthouseSightFort William, United KingdomWalked to this lighthouse
  • BamburghNeighborhoodAlnwick, United KingdomLocation of an impressive castle and museum
  • Woozie’s DeliRestaurantBeer, United Kingdom
  • RNLI Grace Darling MuseumMuseumAlnwick, United Kingdom
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