Vera full-day tour of Northumberland filming locations

Step into the world of DCI Vera Stanhope on this full-day Vera Filming Locations Tour of Tyneside and Northumberland — a scenic and immersive journey through more than 15 filming locations from ITV’s long-running crime drama Vera. From Newcastle’s lively Quayside to the wild beauty of the Northumberland coast, this guided coach tour brings you closer to the heart of the show and its unforgettable landscapes.Follow in the footsteps of Ann Cleeves’ iconic detective — instantly recognisable in her mac and bucket hat — as you visit key sites from the pilot episode to the emotional series finale. Starting in Newcastle, see the city’s famous bridges and Vera’s first police HQ in Wallsend before heading to North Shields Fish Quay, where she scattered her father’s ashes in Hidden Depths. Continue through Tynemouth and Whitley Bay, frequent backdrops to the series and home to the author herself.Journey north along the stunning coastline, visiting Woodhorn Museum, Amble, Warkworth, Alnmouth, and Seahouses, where you’ll stop for lunch with views of the Farne Islands. Cross the tidal causeway to Holy Island (Lindisfarne) — Vera’s home on screen and featured in The Rising Tide.The return route winds through peaceful Northumberland countryside, ending at The Stanhope Arms, seen in the final episode The Dark Wives. With film clips, photo stops, and stories shared by expert local guides, this tour offers the ultimate behind-the-scenes insight into the world of Vera.