The cities of Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, Durham and Middlesbrough are individual and unique in their own right, offering visitors a varied selection of venues where you can dine out, enjoy a drink, catch a movie or theatre show or enjoy a dance to your favourite music.
The beauty of this area is as diverse as the cities, towns and villages within it. From coast to countryside, you can weave your way along the Heritage coastline and amble around Northumberland National Park, the latter a tranquil spot where sweeping hills and valleys stretch from Hadrian’s Wall to the border of Scotland.
There are several award winning attractions in the North East of England and one of the most poignant sights is he Angel of the North, Britain’s largest sculpture which towers over the Team Valley from its panoramic hilltop position.
The sculpture was created by Turner prize-winning artist Antony Gormley OBE and was erected in 1998. Gormley is an internationally renowned sculptor and part of a generation of celebrated younger British artists who emerged during the 1980s
Standing at 20 metres high and weighing 200 tonnes, the sculpture has a wingspan greater than that of a Boeing 757 and can be spotted from miles around.
The location for Gormley’s work was chosen because the sculpture can be seen and enjoyed by tens of thousands of people every day; if you’re travelling past Gateshead, whether by car on the A1, or by train on the East coast main line, you cannot fail to miss the Angel of the North.
Although the Angel of the North can be seen from miles around, you have to visit the site itself and stand at the feet of the giant to truly appreciate the scale and majesty of this most recognisable of England’s landmarks.
Gateshead is the closest town to the sculpture and can be found on the southern bank of the River Tyne opposite Newcastle upon Tyne. Gateshead town centre and Newcastle city centre are joined by seven different bridges across the Tyne, including the landmark Gateshead Millennium Bridge, another well known architectural landmark of the area.
You can also easily visit the Angel of the North from Newcastle, which lies just a few miles outside the city centre. There is plenty to explore and discover within the city of Newcastle as well. From winding, narrow alleys to the Quayside downtown area, you can explore the city on foot and get up close and personal with the museums, galleries, bars, restaurants and shops.
With accommodation ranging from luxurious and opulent to cosy and affordable, the hotels in Newcastle give you a wonderful place to rest at the end of each day.
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Adam Singleton writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
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