East Howdon

Settlement in Northumberland

England

East Howdon

Aldi, Howdon
Aldi, Howdon Credit: Roger Cornfoot

East Howdon is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of North Tyneside, in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated on the banks of the River Tyne, it is part of the urban area known as Howdon, which includes nearby West Howdon.

The village has a population of approximately 3,000 residents and is predominantly residential in nature. The architecture in East Howdon is characterized by a mix of traditional terraced houses and more modern developments. The area offers a range of housing options, from quaint cottages to larger family homes.

East Howdon benefits from its proximity to the River Tyne, providing picturesque views and recreational opportunities. The village is also close to several green spaces, including Wallsend Park and Howdon Park, offering residents ample opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation.

Transport links in East Howdon are well-developed, with regular bus services connecting the village to nearby towns and cities. The village also benefits from its proximity to major road networks, with the A19 and A1058 providing convenient access to Newcastle upon Tyne and other major cities in the region.

Local amenities in East Howdon include a primary school, a community center, and several shops and eateries. The village is also within easy reach of larger retail centers and leisure facilities in nearby towns, such as Wallsend and North Shields.

Overall, East Howdon offers residents a peaceful and close-knit community, with easy access to both natural surroundings and urban amenities.

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East Howdon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.993918/-1.4805402 or Grid Reference NZ3366. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Aldi, Howdon
Aldi, Howdon
Parade of shops on Tynemouth Road
Parade of shops on Tynemouth Road
Parade of shops on Tynemouth Road
Parade of shops on Tynemouth Road
Junction with Churchill Street
Junction with Churchill Street
An eastbound Metro train crosses Willington Viaduct
An eastbound Metro train crosses Willington Viaduct
Willington Viaduct
Willington Viaduct
Wallsend Burn
Wallsend Burn
Terraced houses on Bewicke Road
Terraced houses on Bewicke Road
Bewicke Road
Bewicke Road
Jet Service Station, Willington Quay Cars can be seen queuing for fuel in 'panic' mode, during the petrol 'crisis' of September 2021.
Jet Service Station, Willington Quay
Cars can be seen queuing for fuel in 'panic' mode, during the petrol 'crisis' of September 2021.
Sambucca Restaurant Formerly the Duke of Wellington: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/104175">NZ3366 : The Duke of Wellington</a>
Sambucca Restaurant
Formerly the Duke of Wellington: NZ3366 : The Duke of Wellington
Petrol station at Morrisons
Petrol station at Morrisons
Benchmark, Howdon Lane, Goods Yard Wall Detail of the Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the corner of the former railway goods yard wall near Howdon Level Crossing and Metro Station.  The benchmark marks a height of 32.0985m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1962 (location photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7160078">NZ3266 : Howdon Lane</a>).
Benchmark, Howdon Lane, Goods Yard Wall
Detail of the Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the corner of the former railway goods yard wall near Howdon Level Crossing and Metro Station. The benchmark marks a height of 32.0985m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1962 (location photograph NZ3266 : Howdon Lane).
Howdon Lane Howdon Lane near Howdon Station and the level crossing over the Tyne and Wear Metro.
The stone wall on the right was formerly that of the railway goods yard. Facing the road on the nearest corner of the stone wall is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark (photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7095155">NZ3266 : Benchmark, Howdon Lane, Goods Yard Wall</a>).
Howdon Lane
Howdon Lane near Howdon Station and the level crossing over the Tyne and Wear Metro. The stone wall on the right was formerly that of the railway goods yard. Facing the road on the nearest corner of the stone wall is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark (photograph NZ3266 : Benchmark, Howdon Lane, Goods Yard Wall).
Howdon Station The Tyne and Wear Metro platforms at Howdon Station are staggered either side of the level crossing over Howdon Lane.  This platform, to the west of the level crossing serves trains heading eastbound to the coast on the track designated the ‘In Loop’.  The ‘Out Loop’ track on what is essentially a circular part of the network is that nearest the camera and carries trains bound for Newcastle and the St James terminus.
Howdon Station
The Tyne and Wear Metro platforms at Howdon Station are staggered either side of the level crossing over Howdon Lane. This platform, to the west of the level crossing serves trains heading eastbound to the coast on the track designated the ‘In Loop’. The ‘Out Loop’ track on what is essentially a circular part of the network is that nearest the camera and carries trains bound for Newcastle and the St James terminus.
Howdon Children's Centre entrance gates The Children’s Centre provides help and advice on child and family health, parenting, training, managing money and employment.  It  also provides free activities for the whole family, aimed at giving families opportunities to have fun together and to develop skills for school, work and life.
Howdon Children's Centre entrance gates
The Children’s Centre provides help and advice on child and family health, parenting, training, managing money and employment. It also provides free activities for the whole family, aimed at giving families opportunities to have fun together and to develop skills for school, work and life.
Junction of Hazelwood Terrace and Howdon Lane
Junction of Hazelwood Terrace and Howdon Lane
Cyclist  tunnel under the Tyne The twin cyclist and pedestrian tunnels under the Tyne linking Jarrow and Wallsend was opened in 1951. After more than half a century of neglect it was closed for minor repairs in 2013. The minor repairs turned into major refurbishment and the work was not completed and the tunnels not reopened until 2019. This image predates the closure and refurbishment.
Cyclist tunnel under the Tyne
The twin cyclist and pedestrian tunnels under the Tyne linking Jarrow and Wallsend was opened in 1951. After more than half a century of neglect it was closed for minor repairs in 2013. The minor repairs turned into major refurbishment and the work was not completed and the tunnels not reopened until 2019. This image predates the closure and refurbishment.
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East Howdon is located at Grid Ref: NZ3366 (Lat: 54.993918, Lng: -1.4805402)

Unitary Authority: North Tyneside

Police Authority: Northumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.993918,-1.4805402
Motorway Junction
Howdon Interchange
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East Howdon
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Bus Stop
Howdon Road
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Bin: yes
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
East Howdon
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Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
Nelson Terrace
Bench: no
Bus: yes
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Crossing
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Air Shaft
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Bus: yes
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Crossing
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Crossing
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Bus: yes
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Bus: yes
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Railway: switch
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S & S Stores
Addr City: North Shields
Addr Street: Meldon Street
Brand: Premier
Brand Wikidata: Q7240340
Brand Wikipedia: en:Premier Stores
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Community Centre
East Howdon Community Centre
Addr City: North Shields
Addr Street: Chatton Street
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Post Box
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: NE28 124
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Percy Main
Internet Access: no
Internet Access Fee: no
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Public Transport: station
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Train: yes
Usage: tourism
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Street Lamp
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Street Lamp
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Street Lamp
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Percy Main
Internet Access: no
Operator: NTSR
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Train: yes
Usage: tourism
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Crossing
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Traffic Signals
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Bus: yes
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Give Way
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Engine Shed Junction
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