Illustrated Newcastle upon Tyne scene — AI-generated artwork behind this city's word search puzzlePrintable Newcastle upon Tyne word search — 15×15 letter grid with 8 words to find including TYNE, QUAYSIDE, MAGPIES, plus 4 hidden bonus words
A free Newcastle upon Tyne word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on landmarks, neighborhoods, and local flavor, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Words to find: TYNE, QUAYSIDE, MAGPIES, STOTTIE, JESMOND, GOSFORTH, BYKER, GRAINGER, ELDON, MONUMENT, GREY, HEATON.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Newcastle upon Tyne word list, defined
TYNE/taɪn/ · noun
The River Tyne is a major river in northeast England. The term can also refer to a river in northeast England that flows into the North Sea. Related: river.
QUAYSIDE/ˈkeɪsaɪd/ · noun
The area or part of a town or city adjacent to a quay, often with buildings, shops, and restaurants. Related: waterfront, dockside, harborfront, seafront.
MAGPIES/mæɡˈpaɪz/ · noun
A bird of the crow family, typically black with a distinctive white and black patch on each wing, known for its intelligence and complex social behavior. Related: crows, ravens, jays, starlings.
MONUMENT/ˈmɒnəmənt/ · noun
A structure or building erected to commemorate a person or event, or to mark a place of historical or cultural significance. A large stone or other structure, especially one that is impressive or monumental. Related: landmark, statue, monolith, obelisk.
GREY/greɪ/ · adjective
Having a medium dark to dark color, typically a shade of blue or brown. Used to describe something that is dull or lacking in brightness. Related: black, dark, dim, dull.