Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 50 minutes ago
Originally built in the 13th century, the Black Gate was the final addition to Newcastle's medieval castle defences.
It was added on orders of King Henry III and it became the main entrance to the castle.
Over the centuries, the gateway has been altered, added to and used for many different purposes. By the early 19th century, it had become a slum tenement, home to around 60 residents.
It was restored and converted into a museum in 1883 by the Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle upon Tyne.
It is now part of @newcastlecastle Museum.
Originally built in the 13th century, the Black Gate was the final addition to Newcastle's medieval castle defences.
It was added on orders of King Henry III and it became the main entrance to the castle.
Over the centuries, the gateway has been altered, added to and used for many different purposes. By the early 19th century, it had become a slum tenement, home to around 60 residents.
It was restored and converted into a museum in 1883 by the Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle upon Tyne.
It is now part of @newcastlecastle Museum.
