Long Acre

Settlement in Durham

England

Long Acre

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

<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angel_of_the_North" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angel_of_the_North">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Angel Of The North, Gateshead Credit: Brian Deegan

Long Acre is a charming village located in County Durham, England. Situated approximately 6 miles north of the historic city of Durham, it is nestled amidst picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.

The village is characterized by its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering country lanes. Long Acre is home to a small yet close-knit community, where residents take pride in maintaining the area's rural charm and heritage.

Housing in Long Acre consists primarily of traditional stone cottages and farmhouses, adding to the village's quaint and timeless appeal. The local architecture reflects the historical significance of the area, with some buildings dating back several centuries.

Long Acre benefits from its proximity to the city of Durham, providing residents with convenient access to a range of amenities and services. The city offers a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, ensuring that residents have everything they need within a short distance.

The village is also surrounded by numerous outdoor recreational opportunities. The nearby countryside offers ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the beautiful landscapes. The River Wear, which runs close to Long Acre, provides a tranquil setting for fishing or boating enthusiasts.

Overall, Long Acre is a charming and peaceful village that offers a perfect balance between rural serenity and convenient access to urban amenities.

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Long Acre Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.911556/-1.59519 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

Road junctions below the A1

The roundabout for access to the A1 and the road on the left into Team Valley

Eirian Evans

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

St Ninian's Church on NW side of Ivy Lane

Roger Templeman

Nos 1-4 Cedars Green

Roger Templeman

Junction of Ivy Lane and Durham Road

Ordnance Survey documents describe a benchmark levelled at 88.800m above Newlyn Datum on a wall at this location

Roger Templeman

#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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Long Acre is located at Grid Ref: NZ2657 (Lat: 54.911556, Lng: -1.59519)

Unitary Authority: Gateshead

Police Authority: Northumbria