Newcastle-under-Lyme can be found some 35 or so miles away from Chester and is a fantastic place for all the family to spend some time at the weekend. From enjoying an afternoon or evening at the cinema to a spot of retail therapy, this Staffordshire market town has plenty to offer people of all ages.
Watch the latest Hollywood blockbusters in style
Right in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme is a cinema screening all the new movies, making it an ideal location to sit back and revel in all the glitz and glamour of the latest Hollywood blockbusters. The central location means it’s a perfect place to head to before or after treating yourself to a bite to eat in one of the local restaurants serving mouth-watering cuisine from all over the world. Check the Newcastle-under-Lyme cinema listings before setting off to make sure you’re not left disappointed, but if you have to wait for a screening then nearby pubs like The Old Brown Jug often have live music on so don’t be afraid to do a bit of exploring.
Take in a show at the New Vic Theatre
The award-winning New Vic is just a five minute drive from the centre of Newcastle-under-Lyme and stages a host of interesting and exciting shows throughout the year. The build-up to Christmas sees a special adaptation of Alice in Wonderland run from the end of November to the end of January, which looks set to be a huge success if last year’s production of Peter Pan is anything to go by. Take advantage of the brilliant family ticket deal available and get into the spirit of things this Christmas or sign up for the raft of other events planned for the start of 2012.
Peruse the market
A market is held in Newcastle-under-Lyme six days of the week, with Friday and Saturday the pick of the bunch. Whichever day you visit, the warmest of welcomes is guaranteed from the stall owners and fellow shoppers if you fancy perusing the market. The town also has an array of well-known shops stocking pretty much anything and everything, while the Potteries Shopping Centre in Stoke-on-Trent is a short drive away. Here you’ll find over 80 shops all under one roof. With just over 20 days to go before Xmas, Newcastle-under-Lyme and the surrounding areas could be just the tonic if you need to cram in some last-minute Christmas shopping.