Welcome to Blaydon

Blaydon is a town located in the county of Durham, England. It is situated on the south bank of the River Tyne and is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. The town has a population of around 14,000 people and is home to a number of historic landmarks and attractions.

One of the most notable landmarks in Blaydon is the Blaydon Bridge, which was built in the 18th century and is still in use today. The bridge is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike, offering stunning views of the River Tyne and the surrounding countryside. Other notable attractions in the town include the Blaydon Races monument, which commemorates the famous song of the same name, and the St. Cuthbert's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

Blaydon is also known for its strong sense of community and its vibrant local culture. The town is home to a number of community groups and organizations, including sports teams, arts groups, and social clubs. These groups play an important role in bringing people together and fostering a sense of belonging and pride in the town. Overall, Blaydon is a charming and welcoming town with a rich history and a strong sense of community spirit.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Thomas More Catholic School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Jillian Turner	Croftdale Road Blaydon Tyne And Wear NE21 4BQ 01914990111 School Website
St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss E White	Stella Lane Blaydon-On-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE21 4NE 1914143116 School Website
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blaydon Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Naughton	Croftdale Road Blaydon-On-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE21 4BG 1914143108 School Website
Winlaton West Lane Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Colette Bell	West Lane Winlaton Blaydon Tyne And Wear NE21 6PH 01914142557 School Website
Crookhill Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Kristine Mccormack	Hexham Old Road Ryton Tyne And Wear NE40 3ES 01914334066 School Website
Blaydon West Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Brown	Blaydon Bank Blaydon Tyne And Wear NE21 4PY 01914143286 School Website
Parkhead Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Paula Bailey	Park Lane Winlaton Blaydon Tyne And Wear NE21 6LT 01914335618 School Website
Lemington Riverside Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Craig Heeley	Rokeby Street Lemington Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE15 8RR 01912674315 School Website
St George's Catholic Primary School, Bells Close Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anne Bullerwell	Bell's Close Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE15 6XX 1912675677 School Website
Thorp Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Karen Hailes	Main Road Ryton Tyne And Wear NE40 3AH 01914132113 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Blaydon Tyne Street, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE21 4JB 0.92 Miles

Metrocentre Gateshead Metro Centre, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9GA 2.83 Miles

Wylam Station Road, Wylam, Tyne And Wear, NE41 8JA 3.23 Miles

Dunston Dunston, Dunston, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9SS 3.89 Miles

Newcastle Neville Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE1 5DL 4.79 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Blaydon Cab Co 0191 414 0060 28 The Garth, Blaydon, Tyne And Wear, NE21 6DD 0.60 Miles
Stargate Taxis 07912 859674 Hollybush Gardens, Ryton, Tyne And Wear, NE40 3DJ 0.78 Miles
Ryton Taxis 0191 413 2741 South Grove, Ryton, Tyne And Wear, NE40 3JW 0.96 Miles
Classic Cars 0191 413 1997 The Grove, Ryton, Tyne And Wear, NE40 3QR 1.48 Miles
Avm Hire 0191 499 0654 5 Hills Court, Blaydon, Tyne And Wear, NE21 5NH 1.53 Miles
Lawson Cabs 0191 413 5111 Lead Rd, Ryton, Tyne And Wear, NE40 4SR 1.78 Miles
New-Lem Taxis 0191 264 1752 Lemington Labour Club/Union Hall Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE15 7JS 1.79 Miles
A 1 Taxis 0191 241 4444 4A Denton Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE15 7BD 1.86 Miles
Gabby's Taxi 0191 413 1505 Lead Rd, Ryton, Tyne And Wear, NE40 4JU 2.05 Miles
Axwell And Swalwell Taxis 0191 414 1414 2A Napier Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE16 3BS 2.20 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Black Lane - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Winlaton Post Office Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Oldwell Surgery 0191 5002023	Oldwell Surgery 10 Front Street Winlaton Tyne And Wear NE21 4RD
Hollyhurst Medical Centre 0191 4990966	Hollyhurst Medical Centre 8 Front Street Winlaton Tyne & Wear NE21 4RD
Chainbridge Medical Partnership 0191 4990965	Chainbridge Medical Pship Shibdon Road Blaydon Tyne & Wear NE21 5AE
Neas Darlington Ccg 0191 4302000	Bernicia House Newburn Riverside Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne & Wear NE15 8NY
Neas Ddes Ccg 0191 4302000	Bernicia House Newburn Riverside Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne & Wear NE15 8NY

Local Stores

Winlaton
Front Street
Winlaton
Blaydon-on-Tyne
Tyne & Wear
NE21 6DD
01914 142417
Store Website
0.60 miles

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SPAR Great Winlaton
Church Street
Winlaton
Blaydon
NE21 6AP
01914 140755
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Blue Star Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Sore Paws Veterinary Clinic Commercial Hotel Commercial Street, Winlaton Blaydon On Tyne Tyne And Wear NE21 5QX 0191 4144233 sorepawsvets.winlaton@outlook.com Website 0.69 miles

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Westway Veterinary Group
19A Shibdon Road Blaydon-On-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE21 5AE 0191 414 7651 info@westwayvets.com Website 0.98 miles
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Tyne Veterinary Clinic
7 Jubilee Terrace Crawcrook Ryton Tyne And Wear NE40 4HL 0191 413 6706 2.19 miles
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Gateshead Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Unit 6B, Cameron Retail Park Metro Centre Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE11 9XS gateshead@vets4pets.com 2.23 miles

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Westway Veterinary Centre T/A Whickham Veterinary Centre
7 St Mary'S Green Whickham Tyne And Wear NE16 4DN 0191 488 4113 info@westwayvets.com Website 2.58 miles
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Sheriffs Highway Veterinary Group
2 Front Street The Orchard Whickham Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE16 4EL 0191 488 3092 enquiries@thevetsplace.co.uk 2.85 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Thornley Wood
Great Off Lead Walk, You Can Join It At Any Point. Lockhaugh Road-Glamis Crescent Lancashire 1.69 miles

Location what3words lasts.tunnel.thanks

Gibside
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk Where You Can Enjoy An Adventure In Gibside's 600 Acre Woodland. NE16 6BG 2.81 miles Entrance On B6314 Between Burnopfield And Rowlands Gill; Follow Brown Signs From A1, Taking Exit On To A694 At North End Of Metrocentre.

Location what3words chew.wing.museum

Chopwell Woods
Chopwell WOODS RD 3.64 miles

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Chopwell Wood
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Chopwell Wood, Near Gateshead. This Walk Is A Gentle Stroll, On A Good Surfaced Trail, With Few Hills. The Walk Incorporates Part Of The Old Railway Line That Used To Carry Coal From Chopwell And High Spen Collieries To Derwenthaugh Cokeworks. Lancashire NE39 1LT 3.68 miles From The A694, Take Strathmore Road/B6315 Through Highfield And Head Toward Chopwell Wood.

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Watergate Forest Park
Some Parts Are Paved, Yet Some Are Hilly, Dirt Tracks. It Suits Everyone Really! There’S A Large Lake In The Middle Where The Dogs Can Be Let Off! Watergate Forest Park Car Park Gateshead Lancashire NE11 9RR 4.04 miles Just Off Exit 68 When Heading Northbound On The A1 Through Gateshead. Then Turn Left, Then Second Right. You’Ll Start To See Signs! It’S One Minute From The A1!

Location what3words wicked.times.wheels

Jesmond Dene Park
Beautiful Victorian Park In The Center Of The Jesmond Area Of Newcastle. Part Of The Ouseburn Parks Area This Park Is A Shining Example Of Victorian Splendor And The Creation Of William Armstrong The Master Industrialist. There Are Numerous Paths And Levels For All Abilities With Waterfalls And Historic Buildings With Excellent Signage And Almost All Accessible To Wheelchairs Or Scooters. Coffee Shop And Gifts With A Petting Zoo Area Are All Available With Free Unrestricted Parking Everyday. Also Surrounded By 3 Other Park Areas Of Equal Beauty With Facilities Of Their Own. Fantastic All Year Round 89 Osborne Rd Lancashire 5.69 miles

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