Landmark
Victoria Tunnel
A 19th-century coal wagonway tunnel running under the city, later used as an air-raid shelter, explored on volunteer-led guided tours run by the Ouseburn Trust. Tours are by booking and suit curious older children more than little ones.
📍 Newcastle upon Tyne, North East · NE1 2PQ
Visitor information
- Ages
- 7–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Ouseburn Valley entrance, 55 Lime Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2PQ (meeting point given as Lime Street, Ouseburn)
- Opening times
- Tours run on weekdays, evenings and weekends on scheduled dates; check the Trust's booking calendar.
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- AccessibilityUnderground, uneven floor; see Trust accessibility page.
- Indoor
- Good on a rainy day
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