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The Geography of Newcastle...

Geographically the single most significant factor about Newcastle is that it is on the River Tyne making it easy to cross from the north bank. Hence it became known as Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. As the undisputed capital of the north between York in England and Edinburgh in Scotland, Newcastle is located at the map reference 54.97o North and 01.62 o West of the Greenwich meridian. It is separated from Cumbria and Lancashire to the west by the Pennine Hills, from which the River Tyne rises. Economically, apart form being a thriving industrial and commercial centre, it is an important...
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Transport in and Around Newcastle...

Being the largest city in the north-east of England, Newcastle is easy to travel to and from. Within Newcastle, there is a Metro railway service alongside the usual public bus services and road links. Getting to and from Newcastle: Newcastle airport, Newcastle is served by its own airport located about 7 miles north-east of the city centre – by road the airport is just off the A696 near Ponteland. The airport can also be travelled to and from using public service buses and the Metro rail service which also links it to the national rail network. Local taxi companies...
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Newcastle City guide, including Newcastl...

Newcastle is often referred to as Newcastle upon the Tyne and situated in Northern England. Newcastle’s climate is moderate, making it an ideal place to visit any time of year. Established in the Roman Era by the Emperor Hadrian and formerly named Pons, Aelius, Newcastle upon the Tyne is a place rich with historical sites to see and recreational activities to engage in. Whether you are seeking fine dining or interesting activities to enjoy, there is no finer place to visit that Newcastle. Places of interest: The cultural enthusiast will find no end to the historical...
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Newcastle’s festivals – Must...

Newcastle is a city that knows how to party – and you can discover this for yourself by visiting the city during one of its many annual celebratory events. Newcastle plays host to a plethora of different festivals throughout the year and there’s always bound to be one that takes your fancy. As well as being a welcoming city in the north east of England, Newcastle has the charm of being a destination where something’s always happening, meaning it’s a fantastic place to visit at any time of the year. For example, why not head on a wintry trip to...
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