Welcome to Billy Mill

Billy Mill is a small area located in the town of North Shields, Tyne and Wear. It is situated on the banks of the River Tyne and is known for its historic significance. The area was named after a local mill that was used to grind corn and wheat in the 19th century. Today, the mill is no longer in operation, but the area still retains its charm and character.

One of the main attractions in Billy Mill is the North Shields Fish Quay. This is a bustling area where fishermen bring in their catch of the day, which is then sold to local restaurants and fishmongers. Visitors can watch the boats come in and see the fish being unloaded. There are also several seafood restaurants in the area where visitors can sample some of the freshest seafood in the region.

Another popular attraction in Billy Mill is the Tynemouth Priory and Castle. This historic site dates back to the 7th century and was once a monastery. Today, visitors can explore the ruins of the priory and castle and learn about the history of the area. The site also offers stunning views of the River Tyne and the surrounding countryside. Overall, Billy Mill is a charming area that offers visitors a glimpse into the history and culture of Tyne and Wear.

Local Weather

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Temp: 11°C

Feels Like: 7.4°C

Wind: 23.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs David Watson	Lynn Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 8LF 01912588340 School Website
Whitehouse Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Tracy White	Whitehouse Lane North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 8PE 01916432890 School Website
New York Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jill Shaw	Lanark Close North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 8DP 01918141788 School Website
Collingwood Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Dr Harriet Bland	Oswin Terrace North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 7JQ 01916053378 School Website
Preston Grange Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs T A Taylor	Chiltern Road Preston Grange North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 9QL 01913009190 School Website
Norham High School Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Terence Richard Conway	Alnwick Avenue North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 7BU 01918143890 School Website
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Claire Hedley	Wallsend Road Chirton North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 7BT 1912573097 School Website
Spring Gardens Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Timothy Jones	Brightman Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 0HP 01913009750 School Website
Monkseaton High School Foundation School Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Suddes	Seatonville Road Whitley Bay Tyne And Wear NE25 9EQ 01912979700 School Website
John Spence Community High School Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Jonathan Heath	Preston Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 9PU 01912961432 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Heworth Sunderland Road, Heworth, Tyne And Wear, NE10 0NE 5.64 Miles

Manors Off Trafalgar Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE1 6UR 6.16 Miles

Newcastle Neville Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE1 5DL 6.67 Miles

Cramlington Station Road, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 9EX 7.07 Miles

Dunston Dunston, Dunston, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9SS 8.15 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Associated Taxis 0191 258 7777 7D Westmorland Rd, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 8TB 0.67 Miles
Toomanytaxis 0191 258 5656 Unit9a, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 7TY 0.73 Miles
Fleetline Taxi's 0191 296 1919 Unit 9/West Chirton Trading Est, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 7TY 0.73 Miles
Canny Auto Hire 0845 634 4808 Unit 6A Waterville Road, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 6UA 1.03 Miles
Silverline Taxis 0191 262 6767 10 Jupiter Ct, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 7SE 1.08 Miles
Tynemouth Taxis Ltd 0191 258 0555 Metro/Railway Ter, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 6RP 1.12 Miles
Central Taxis 0191 258 1000 8 Railway Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 6QD 1.14 Miles
Brierdene Taxis 0191 251 0099 Foxhunters Road, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear, NE25 8UG 1.30 Miles
Stewart And Son Cars 0191 253 5588 Foxhunters Road, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear, NE25 8UG 1.30 Miles
Aspen Executive Cars 07748 805901 70 Denbigh Avenue, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear, NE28 0DR 1.52 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Billy Mill - R No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Shields Health Hub - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Priory Day Hospital Hawkeys Lane North Shields NE29 0SF
Appleby Surgery	Hawkeys Lane North Shields NE29 0SF
Shields Health Hub - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Hawkeys Lane North Shields NE29 0SF
Collingwood Health Group 0191 2571779	Collingwood Surgery Hawkeys Lane North Shields Tyne & Wear NE29 0SF
New York Surgery	Brookland Terrace New York North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 8EA

Local Stores

North Shields - Queen Alexandra Rd
Queen Alexandra Road
North Shields
Tyne & Wear
NE29 9AL
01912 960742
Store Website
0.61 miles

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SPAR North Tyneside
Beach Road
North SHIELDS
NE30 2TU
01912572791
Store Website
1.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Firstvets
Cvs Group Plc Lynn House Lynn Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 8HL 0191 2964449 Website 0.12 miles

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North Tyneside Vets4pets Ltd
18 Barnstaple Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 8QD 0191 296 3311 northtyneside@vets4pets.com Website 0.55 miles
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Westway Veterinary Group
Unit 5 The Collingwood Centre Preston North Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 9QR 0191 296 6180 info@westwayvets.com Website 0.75 miles
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Ayres Veterinary Hospital
19 Ayres Terrace North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 0HL 0191 258 6886 ayresvethosp@cvsvets.com Website 0.89 miles
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Vets On The Meowve Ltd
Unit 21 Mandale Park Wallsend Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 7FN 0191 466 1440 tyneandwear@vetsonthemeowe.com Website 1.23 miles

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Moorview Vets
97-99 Cauldwell Lane Monkseaton Whitley Bay Tyne And Wear NE25 8SR 0191 250 3800 contact@myfamilyvets.co.uk Website 1.48 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Northumberland Park
Most Pavements Are Ok, But Can Be Quite Muddy. Will Likely Meet Other Dogs Off Lead. There Is A Small Duck Pond And Play Area For Children. The Two Roads On Either Side Of The Park Are Quite Busy So Make Sure You Put Your Dog Back On Lead Well Before Exiting Park. 35 Park Terrace North Lancashire SHIELDS NE30 1.47 miles North Shields/Tynemouth, Entrances From King Edward Rd &Amp; Tynemouth Rd

Location what3words extra.select.curry

Wagon Ways
A Lovely Walk Through The Wagon Ways, Leading From Monkseaton To Seaton Deleval. Approx. 7 Miles There And Back. 3 Front St Lancashire 1.86 miles Follow The Wagon Ways From Churchill Playing Fields Through To Seaton Deleval!

Location what3words video.noting.posed

Rising Sun Countryside Park
Park With 400 Acres Of Open Space Including A Nature Reserve, Grassland, Woodland Areas And A Lake. Rising Sun Countryside Centre Cafe Whitley Road Newcastle Lancashire UPON TYNE 2.25 miles

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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 5.54 miles

Location what3words formal.twins.dollar

Blyth South Beach
The Main South Beach Has Chip Shops And All The Things You Would Expect Of A Seaside Walk, But Isnt Really Dog Friendly. However, A Little South Down Links Road Is A Free Car Park And Access To A Really Dog Friendly Stretch Of Beach. There's Toilets And Usually A Coffee Cart. As Well As The Beach Walk, There Are Well Maintained Paths Through The Dunes Up To The Main South Beach. Gloucester Lodge Farm Cottage 1 Links Rd Blyth NE24 3PH 5.73 miles

Location what3words care.renew.itself

Albany Park Washington
Go For A Lovely Walk Around Albany Park In Washington Where You Can Let Your Dog Off The Lead. After A Lovely Walk You Can Walk Into Concord For A Lovely Coffee In Cafe K9 A Dog Friendly Cafe That Serve Dogs And Human Food And Dog Treats. Located Next To Dragon Vets. Concord House Spout Ln Washington NE37 2AS 7.51 miles Next To Dragon Vets

Location what3words mild.lung.cowboy

Weather Forecast

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