Doorstep parking in short stay car parks. Book early for best deals. However even when booked car there were few car parking spaces available not helped by cars parked over bay lines. On return in the early hours of the morning signage poor to return to short stay 2 car park and walkways not always covered. Terminal access and check in good. Security not too burdensome. Normal shopping opportunities and concourse busy with range of cafes, bars. Cleanliness of tables an issue at several venues Aspire lounge full on arrival; pre book to secure entry ( involves extra charge) Return flight led to waiting time at security gates /departure gates which had few facilities given Newcastle airport closure … aircraft when airborne had to lose time as Newcastle was not open - not good for sustainability as fuel being used Passport control required use of zig zag pathways even when no queues. Some passengers shouted at trying to avoid this … not a great welcome to the UK Baggage handling efficient and information clear