Longacre Dene

Valley in Durham

England

Longacre Dene

Angel Of The North, Gateshead With Me for Scale :) I am 6ft 3. I had to sprint up the hill as only had 10 seconds.

The steel sculpture is 20 metres (66 ft) tall, with wings measuring 54 metres (177 ft) across. Sculpted by Antony Gormley and was installed on 15 February 1998

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Longacre Dene is a picturesque village located in the Durham Valley, in the northeast of England. Situated amidst lush greenery and rolling hills, this small community offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors.

The village of Longacre Dene is known for its charming stone houses and quaint cottages, which add to its traditional English countryside appeal. The surrounding landscape consists of meadows, woodlands, and a nearby river, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Longacre Dene is home to a close-knit community that takes pride in preserving the village's heritage. The local church, St. Mary's, is a notable landmark and has been a focal point of the village since its construction in the 13th century. The church's beautiful stained glass windows and historic architecture draw visitors from far and wide.

In terms of amenities, Longacre Dene offers a range of facilities to cater to its residents' needs. These include a primary school, a village hall, and a small grocery store. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, the nearby city of Durham is easily accessible.

The village also benefits from a strong sense of community spirit, with various events and activities organized throughout the year. These include village fairs, summer festivals, and local sports tournaments, which help foster a sense of belonging and camaraderie among the residents.

Longacre Dene's peaceful atmosphere, natural beauty, and vibrant community make it an appealing place to live or visit for those seeking a quieter, rural lifestyle in the heart of the Durham Valley.

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Longacre Dene Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.909148/-1.58802 or Grid Reference NZ2657. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Angel Of The North, Gateshead

With Me for Scale :) I am 6ft 3. I had to sprint up the hill as only had 10 seconds. The steel sculpture is 20 metres (66 ft) tall, with wings measuring 54 metres (177 ft) across. Sculpted by Antony Gormley and was installed on 15 February 1998 Link

Brian Deegan

The Angel of the North, Gateshead

Nekisa Gholami-Babaahmady

Pond and fields near Sheddon's Hill

Looking northward from The Mill House Car Park. The pond would seem to be a recent addition to the landscape. Whilst shown on current OS mapping it is not on my earlier Explorer map. The other possible giveaway are the tops of the fence posts - once a field boundary?

Peter Wood

Birtley Statue

The view of the Statue of Lt Colonel Edward Moseley Perkins off Fell Bank, Birtley.

Gordon Griffiths

Kateregina View

The view of Fell Bank in Birtley, Gateshead.

Gordon Griffiths

St John The Evangelist

The view of the Church on Birtley Lane, Birtley.

Gordon Griffiths

The Angel of the North

A contemporary sculpture by Antony Gormley, it is believed to be the largest sculpture of an angel in the world. Despite considerable opposition during its design and construction phases, it is now widely recognised as an iconic example of public art and as a symbol of Gateshead. It can withstand wind speeds over 100 mph.

Eirian Evans

Prayers and wishes

Just south of the Angel of the North, people have left tributes and mementos of lost loved ones hanging on the trees and bushes.

Eirian Evans

Up close to the Angel of the North

Missing half its wingspan of 175 ft when so close

Eirian Evans

Information Board - Angel of the North

An information board relating the birth of the concept, its construction and various facts.

Eirian Evans

Angel of the North

Eirian Evans

Angel of the North

In silhouette

Kevin Waterhouse

#771 Durham Road

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark was levelled at 76.023m above Newlyn Datum on the far corner of the house

Roger Templeman

Play area and goalposts in Calderwood Park

Luke Shaw

Esso filling station on east side of A167

Luke Shaw

Betty Pit electricity substation on east side of A167

Luke Shaw

Footbridge over Durham Road (A167)

Luke Shaw

Parapet of bridge taking A167 over track of dismantled railway

The track is now a footpath. Ordnance Survey records indicate that a benchmark was levelled at 88.115m above Newlyn Datum on the near end of a parapet of a bridge here

Roger Templeman

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Longacre Dene is located at Grid Ref: NZ2657 (Lat: 54.909148, Lng: -1.58802)

Unitary Authority: Gateshead

Police Authority: Northumbria