Waskerley

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Smiddy Shaw Reservoir. On horizon near right Pontop Pike TV mast can be seen.
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Smiddy Shaw Reservoir View of Smiddy Shaw Reservoir as seen from the C2C path near Skaylock Hill.
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Stanhope & Tyne Railway The disused Stanhope and Tyne Railway at Skaylock Hill. Now used as part of the C2C path.
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The Catchwater Channel This is just before it enters Smiddy Shaw Reservoir next to Smiddy Shaw House.
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Waskerley Way This disused railway - the Stanhope and Tyne Railway was built to serve the needs of the Weardale lead and iron ore mining industries in the 19th century; the section in the photo is part of the nearly level summit section at 400 metres, the highest section of standard gauge railway in Britain http://www.durham.gov.uk/miner/projects.nsf/581cd74a9c6aa8b080256d48003758cb/bb96ba295948449580256e8a004f0ba8?OpenDocument . The line is now the Waskerley Way, a component part of the C2C cycle route which crosses northern England from coast to coast http://www.sustrans.org.uk/default.asp?sID=1094747349296 http://www.c2c-guide.co.uk/ . In the trees in the distance is Waskerley village NZ0545.
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Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

4 out of 5
Gallowgate Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is AED 277 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
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12 Apr - 13 Apr
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Fantastic central hotel to stay in when visiting Newcastle. Rooms are perfect and staff could not be more helpful.

Reviewed on 14 March 2026

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

4 out of 5
Marconi Way, MetroCentre, Newcastle Gateshead England
The price is AED 255 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
AED 255
AED 306 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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Book a stay at this spa hotel in Gateshead. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (649 reviews)
Good hotel, walking distance to the metro centre. Comfortable and clean rooms.

Reviewed on 7 March 2026

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Maldron Hotel Newcastle

Maldron Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
Newgate Street Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is AED 288 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
AED 288
AED 345 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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Stay at this hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,109 reviews)
All staff helpful and kind

Reviewed on 10 March 2026

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Roomzzz Newcastle

Roomzzz Newcastle

4 out of 5
FRIAR HOUSE, CLAVERING PLACE Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (480 reviews)
Fantastic location close to bars town and restaurants. The room was clean and comfortable. Staff are really friendly and helpful and make checking in a breeze plus our room was all ready for us even though we were really early. Been before which is why we returned and will defo be returning in the ...

Reviewed on 9 March 2026

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Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Gateshead

Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Gateshead

3 out of 5
Laluna Apartments Gateshead England
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91 Aparthotel Jesmond Road

91 Aparthotel Jesmond Road

2 out of 5
91 Jesmond Road Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
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8.8/10 Excellent! (154 reviews)
The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff were very friendly, when checking in. The room was very well kitted out, with a fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, cutlery, crockery, hairdryer, etc. will be booking again.

Reviewed on 26 February 2026

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