Famously home to a Norman-era castle, Prudhoe is a northern tourist town just to the south of the River Tyne. Part of the ancient kingdom of Northumberland, Prudhoe was one of those towns in the north that William the Conqueror had trouble subduing. As a result, they received a castle and a Norman ruler who…
Ever wondered if Whickham (the one near Newcastle) is worth a visit? We Say Yes and here are some the reasons to stop by. Whickham lies within the Newcastle borough of Gateshead. About 17,000 people call this town their home. It is the perfect commuter area, close enough to the city to travel to, and…
Once the most popular market town in the north, could Morpeth be your next holiday destination? We say aye. Morpeth is a popular town in Northumberland that has a population of around 14,000 people. The town once had not once, but two castles. The first mention of it in historical records is from 1080, but…
Is it worth killing time in Killingworth? We bet nobody has ever made that joke before… Killingworth is best known as one of the 1960’s rounds of New Towns. The New Town sprung up around what had been Killingworth Village since the early days. The village was all but consumed by the influx of new…
Jarrow is a northern town famous for shipbuilding. Our present-day guide will give you a reason to visit. Welcome to another Five Minutes Spare travel guide to Great British towns and cities. Today we will cover the northern town of Jarrow, famous for both ironworks, shipbuilding, and marching on London when wages got ridiculous in…
The best time to visit Houghton is in October when the famous Houghton Feast runs. The town has honoured the festival since the 1100s. The charming Tyne & Wear town of Houghton-le-Spring can be found just east of Sunderland and offers a more relaxing alternative for the day tripper or staycationer. Best known for its…
Craig Taylor