Departure from Newcastle
Meet your guide in Newcastle Upon Tyne city centre before setting off on a journey through the filming locations of Vera.
Newcastle Quayside
Begin along the River Tyne with views of the city’s iconic bridges, a dramatic setting that appears throughout the series and establishes its distinctive atmosphere.
First Police Headquarters
Visit the building used as Vera’s original police HQ and learn how it became the base for many early investigations.
Ferry Crossing on the River Tyne
See the riverside spot featured in an emotional moment where Vera scatters her father’s ashes, offering insight into her personal story.
Historic Fishing Quay
Explore a working quay used in maritime-related investigations, with its boats and warehouses creating a classic coastal backdrop.
Coastal Headland Monument
Head to the coast to see a striking monument overlooking the North Sea, featured in scenes involving returning soldiers.
Clifftop Investigation Location
Visit a dramatic clifftop used in a tense scene where Vera intervenes to stop a man from jumping.
Classic Seaside Promenade
Walk along a traditional seaside promenade featured in several investigations, with elegant buildings and sweeping views.
Seafront Café Scene
See the café where Vera questions a suspect, reflecting the show’s use of everyday locations for key moments.
Woodhorn Museum
Travel inland to this historic museum complex, a former industrial site that appears in the series and highlights the region’s mining heritage.
The Harbour Town
Continue to a picturesque harbour town with colourful boats and quiet streets used in multiple episodes.
Riverside Village and Castle Views
Pass through a historic village dominated by an impressive castle, with surrounding landscapes featured in the show.
Coastal Village with Panoramic Sea Views
Visit a charming seaside village where sandy beaches and Georgian houses provide a scenic filming backdrop.
Seahouses and the Farne Islands Viewpoint
Stop for lunch in this lively fishing village with views towards the Farne Islands, a location featured in several episodes.
Bamburgh Coastline
Travel past one of Northumberland’s most iconic coastal settings, with its imposing castle rising above the dunes.
Holy Island Causeway
Cross the tidal causeway to Holy Island, a key location in the series and the setting for major scenes including the Christmas special.
Final Pub Scene
On the return journey visit a countryside pub used in the closing scenes of the final episode, providing a fitting end to the story.
Return to Newcastle
Your guide will return you to Newcastle Upon Tyne city centre where the tour concludes.
