Arthur's Hill

Settlement in Northumberland

England

Arthur's Hill

Gino D'Acampo, Newcastle Quayside Credit: Andrew Curtis

Arthur's Hill is a vibrant and historic neighborhood located in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, England. Situated to the west of the city center, Arthur's Hill is known for its diverse community and rich cultural heritage.

The area was developed during the 19th century and takes its name from the prominent Victorian street, Arthur's Hill, which runs through the heart of the neighborhood. The architecture of the area reflects its industrial past, with rows of terraced houses and red-brick buildings dominating the streetscape.

Arthur's Hill is home to a diverse population, including residents of various ethnic backgrounds. This diversity is reflected in the range of shops, restaurants, and cultural institutions that can be found in the area. The neighborhood has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities organized by local groups.

One of the standout features of Arthur's Hill is the presence of green spaces. The nearby Leazes Park offers a tranquil escape from the urban environment, with its expansive lawns, picturesque lake, and beautiful flowerbeds. Additionally, the area benefits from its close proximity to the iconic Newcastle Town Moor, one of the largest urban parks in the United Kingdom.

Transportation in Arthur's Hill is convenient, with several bus routes connecting the neighborhood to the city center and surrounding areas. The nearby Newcastle Central Station provides easy access to other parts of the country, making it a desirable location for commuters.

Overall, Arthur's Hill is a culturally diverse and historically significant neighborhood that offers a mix of urban living and green spaces, making it an attractive place to live for a wide range of residents.

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Arthur's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.973873/-1.636744 or Grid Reference NZ2364. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gino D'Acampo, Newcastle Quayside

Andrew Curtis

Painted concrete planters, Newcastle Quayside

Andrew Curtis

Benchmark on south face of Newcastle Castle keep

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at Link

Roger Templeman

The spire of St Nicholas Cathedral

Luke Shaw

Pop-Up Park, Blackett Street, Newcastle

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Life Science Centre, Central Parkway, Newcastle

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Life Science Centre, Forth Banks, Newcastle

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Forth Banks (B1600), Newcastle

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Forth Banks (B1600), Newcastle

The Queen Elizabeth II Bridge crosses the street in the background.

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King Edward VII Bridge, River Tyne, Newcastle

The bridge was designed and engineered by Charles A. Harrison, the Chief Civil Engineer of the North Eastern Railway, and built by the Cleveland Bridge & Engineering Company in Darlington between 1902 and 1906 Link

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The bridge is not particularly elegant but functional, consisting of four lattice steel spans NZ2463 : Cross Country train crossing King Edward VII Bridge resting on concrete-filled caissons, used in the construction Link

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The total length of the bridge is 1,150 feet (350 m) and 112 ft (34 m) above high water mark. It was built with the aid of the largest cableway in the world, 463.5m long, suspended 61m above high water made of 7.6cm diameter steel Link

It carried over 23,000 tons of material. After the bridge was finished, the cable was sent to the Swan Hunter and Wigham Richardson shipyard, where it was used to launch the Mauritania. Originally trains used the High Level Bridge to reach Newcastle Central Station and had to leave the station in the same direction they had entered from, which involved the tedious task of reversing. The construction of the King Edward VII Bridge provided four more rail tracks NZ2463 : King Edward VII Bridge, and a direct line through the station enabling trains to enter or leave from either side and thus eased rail congestion NZ2463 : Cross Country train approaches Newcastle Central Link

The bridge was opened by King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra on 10 July 1906. The total cost amounted to £500,000. Wikipedia: Link

Tyne & Wear Museums: Archive Link

Bridges on the Tyne: Link

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SINE: Archive Link

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Bridges over the Tyne, Newcastle

The River Tyne is 100 miles long and flows generally eastward towards its mouth at Tynemouth just east of Newcastle. The River has two sources. The South Tyne rises on Alston Moor and the North Tyne rises north of Kielder Water. Wikipedia: Link

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River Tyne, Newcastle

The Queen Elizabeth II and King Edward VII bridges cross the river in the distance.

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The Swing Bridge and The Tyne Bridge, Newcastle

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The High Level Bridge seen from The Swing Bridge

The High Level Bridge is a road and rail bridge linking Newcastle and Gateshead across the River Tyne. It was designed by Robert Stephenson; work started on 12 August 1847 and it was opened on 7 June 1849 and was the first road/rail bridge ever built. It is a Grade I listed structure. The road carriageway and pedestrian walkways sit under the railway deck. The road crossing the bridge (B1307) is one-way (southbound) due to the narrowing of the carriageway during strengthening works in 2008. The bridge is 408m long and 12m wide.

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Dunston Staiths past ball of string

Dunston Staiths were constructed and opened in the 1890s as a means of loading on to ships, coal mined in the North Durham Coalfield. The disused structure is a listed building and a scheduled ancient monument. It has suffered fire damage on a number of occasions. The image was made during the Gateshead Garden Festival of 1990 when the staiths were temporarily incorporated into the site. The significance of the outsized ball of string or rope is not known.

Trevor Littlewood

Newcastle Castle Keep from the Swing Bridge

Newcastle Castle Keep, a Grade I listed scheduled ancient monument built in the 1170s, as viewed from the Grade II listed Swing Bridge which opened in 1876.

David Robinson

Bringing up the rear

Green penned participants in the 2021 Great North Run start the final walk down to the starting line. A much more staggered start than usual on the changed course. That was almost 3 hours after the elite participants had started. They'd finished well over an hour by this time.

Chris Morgan

Newcastle Cathedral

Founded in 1091 during the same period as the nearby castle, the Norman church was destroyed by fire in 1216 and the current building was completed in 1350, so is mostly of the Perpendicular style of the 14th century. Its tower is noted for its 15th-century lantern spire. Heavily restored in 1777, the building was raised to cathedral status in 1882, when it became known as the Cathedral Church of St Nicholas. Link

Brian Deegan

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Arthur's Hill is located at Grid Ref: NZ2364 (Lat: 54.973873, Lng: -1.636744)

Unitary Authority: Newcastle upon Tyne

Police Authority: Northumbria