Books, solace and silence at Central, with the historical Lit & Phil society and Newcastle's nearby namesake, set to the tune of St Nicholas' Cathedral choir.

Metrolands is a series focusing on the immediate area surrounding stops on the Tyne and Wear metro line. Contributors guide you through the local sights and sounds.

A glimpse into the lives of those who drive in this special episode.

Metrolands is a series focusing on the immediate area surrounding stops on the Tyne and Wear metro line. Contributors guide you through the local sights and sounds.

An inner-city farm provides sanctuary from the stress of modern life, above a tunnel that acted as a shelter during the Blitz in Manors.

Metrolands is a series focusing on the immediate area surrounding stops on the Tyne and Wear metro line. Contributors guide you through the local sights and sounds.

Protesters gather at the statue of Earl Grey who looks upon an arthouse cinema and a weigh house at Monument.

Metrolands is a series focusing on the immediate area surrounding stops on the Tyne and Wear metro line. Contributors guide you through the local sights and sounds.

Glassblowing, beekeeping and lifesaving at St Peter's.

Metrolands is a series focusing on the immediate area surrounding stops on the Tyne and Wear metro line. Contributors guide you through the local sights and sounds.

Secluded corners for celebrities and pets at West Jesmond.

Metrolands is a series focusing on the immediate area surrounding stops on the Tyne and Wear metro line. Contributors guide you through the local sights and sounds.

Ancient history meets modern life at Bede, with stops at a venerable monastery and an indoor skatepark.

Metrolands is a series focusing on the immediate area surrounding stops on the Tyne and Wear metro line. Contributors guide you through the local sights and sounds.

An atmospheric coastal town is bookmarked by a brand-new national centre and a miniature railway.

Metrolands is a series focusing on the immediate area surrounding stops on the Tyne and Wear metro line. Contributors guide you through the local sights and sounds.

A bustling market at Tynemouth Station leads to a wild sea overlooked by an historical life brigade.

Metrolands is a series focusing on the immediate area surrounding stops on the Tyne and Wear metro line. Contributors guide you through the local sights and sounds.