Welcome to Dunston Hill

Dunston Hill is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England. The village is situated on a hill overlooking the River Tyne and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are several historical landmarks in the area, including the Dunston Pillar, which was built in 1792 to commemorate the victory of Admiral Lord Duncan over the Dutch fleet at the Battle of Camperdown.

The village is home to several amenities, including a primary school, a community centre, and a local pub. The community centre hosts a range of activities and events throughout the year, including fitness classes, dance classes, and social events. The local pub, The Clock, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, offering a range of drinks and pub food in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Dunston Hill is also well-connected to the surrounding areas, with easy access to the A1 and A69 roads, as well as the Tyne and Wear Metro system. The village is just a short drive from Newcastle city centre, which offers a range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Overall, Dunston Hill is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community, making it a great place to live or visit.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 10.3°C

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Wind: 17.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Dunston Hill Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Carl Sutherland	Market Lane Dunston Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE11 9NX 01914334021 School Website
Kingsmeadow Community Comprehensive School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Domenic Volpe	Market Lane Dunston Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE11 9NX 01914606004 School Website
St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Maher	Ellison Road Dunston Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE8 2QU 1914604378 School Website
Emmanuel College City Technology College Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Waterfield	Consett Road Lobley Hill Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE11 0AN 01914602099 School Website
Lobley Hill Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Johanna James	Rothbury Gardens Lobley Hill Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE11 0AT 01914334080 School Website
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Joseph Wheatley	Duckpool Lane Whickham Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE16 4HB 1914205828 School Website
Riverside Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Goodfellow	Colliery Road Dunston Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE11 9DX 01914601918 School Website
Washingwell Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Hall	Bucks Hill View Broom Lane Whickham Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE16 4RB 01914884400 School Website
Eslington Primary School Community Special School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Richards	Hazel Road Gateshead NE8 2EP 01914334131 School Website
St Aidans Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lesley Steele	Derwentwater Road Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE8 2HQ 01914772690 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Dunston Dunston, Dunston, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9SS 0.45 Miles

Metrocentre Gateshead Metro Centre, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9GA 0.93 Miles

Newcastle Neville Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE1 5DL 2.03 Miles

Manors Off Trafalgar Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE1 6UR 2.53 Miles

Blaydon Tyne Street, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE21 4JB 2.95 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
T And G Taxis 0191 477 0077 Derwentwater Rd, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear, NE8 2SJ 1.07 Miles
Craigs Taxis 0191 488 1308 32 Amberley Walk, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE16 5HU 1.43 Miles
Axwell And Swalwell Taxis 0191 414 1414 2A Napier Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE16 3BS 1.44 Miles
Swalwell Cars Ltd 0191 466 1009 2B Napier Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE16 3BS 1.44 Miles
Swalwell Cabs 0191 488 0965 2B Napier Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE16 3BS 1.44 Miles
Team Valley Taxis 0191 487 9999 10 The Valley Shopping Village, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear, NE11 0EN 1.51 Miles
Dixons Taxis 0191 273 3339 310A Elswick Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE4 8DJ 1.52 Miles
Tyne Taxis 0191 273 3333 60 Bentinck Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE4 6UY 1.53 Miles
Benwell Taxis 0191 273 2311 Gerald Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE4 8QJ 1.71 Miles
Geordie Cabs 0191 273 2311 Gerald Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE4 8QJ 1.71 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Whickham Hill - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ellison Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mountside Gardens - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Knightside Gardens - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dunston Activity Centre - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meadow Lane - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Coniston Avenue - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunston Industrial Estate - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lobley Hill Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Cotswold Gardens - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunston Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Prudhoe 1914605361	Dunston Health Centre Dunston Hill Bank Dunston Tyne And Wear NE11 9PY
Dunston Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Dunston Bank Gateshead NE11 9PY
Dunston Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Dunston Bank Gateshead NE11 9PY
Dunston Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Dunston Bank Gateshead NE11 9PY
Glenpark Medical Centre 0191 4604300	Ravensworth Road Dunston Gateshead NE11 9FJ

Local Stores

Whickham - Oakfield Road
Oakfield Road
Whickham
Tyne & Wear
NE16 5BY
01914 883616
Store Website
1.81 miles

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SPAR Gateshead
26 - 28 Sheriffs Highway
Gateshead
NE9 5UE
0191 487 2224
Store Website
2.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Sheriffs Highway Veterinary Group
2 Front Street The Orchard Whickham Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE16 4EL 0191 488 3092 enquiries@thevetsplace.co.uk 0.85 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 1.11 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 1.55 miles

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Blythman &Amp; Partners
202 Durham Road Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE8 4JR 0191 478 4042 blythmans5@btconnect.com Website 2.00 miles
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Medivet Low Fell (Premier Vets)
61 Dartmouth Avenue Low Fell Gateshead Tyne And Wear NE9 6XA 0191 4914400 low.fell@medivet.co.uk Website 2.45 miles

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Westway Veterinary Centres Ltd
440 West Road Newcastle Upon Tyne NE5 2ER 0191 274 7910 info@westwayvets.com 2.47 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 0.54 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

Thornley Wood
Great Off Lead Walk, You Can Join It At Any Point. Lockhaugh Road-Glamis Crescent Lancashire 2.97 miles

Location what3words lasts.tunnel.thanks

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 3.64 miles

Location what3words formal.twins.dollar

Gibside
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk Where You Can Enjoy An Adventure In Gibside's 600 Acre Woodland. NE16 6BG 3.76 miles Entrance On B6314 Between Burnopfield And Rowlands Gill; Follow Brown Signs From A1, Taking Exit On To A694 At North End Of Metrocentre.

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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 5.68 miles Next To Dragon Vets

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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 5.88 miles From The A694, Take Strathmore Road/B6315 Through Highfield And Head Toward Chopwell Wood.

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Weather Forecast

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