Newcastle has a rich history stretching all the way back to Roman times - so it’s little surprise the city is home to several buildings which are considered to be exceptional when it comes to their historical importance.
In fact, several of Newcastle's buildings are Grade I listed - the highest category that can be bestowed on a building, it’s thought that just 2.5% of all listed buildings in England are classified as Grade I, making them a rare find. Famous examples of Grade I listed buildings in other parts of the country include Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament.
Many of Newcastle’s most iconic landmarks are Grade I listed, such as Grey’s Monument, St Nicholas’ Cathedral, and the Black Gate and adjoining Castle Keep - but several of the city’s lesser-known buildings also fall into the category. Here are just seven buildings in Newcastle's city centre that you may not have known were Grade I listed - including some hidden gems that you may never have spotted before.
