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Tyne and Wear Metro operator, Nexus, has confirmed that services in Sunderland the surrounding areas will be affected into next week as a result of damaged power lines. Thursday, March 30 has seen heavy disruption along the green line between Pelaw and South Hylton, with a suspension in place for much of the day, which […]
As people head to one of the stag do capitals of the UK in Newcastle, we look at some of the best activity venues for those in the North East featuring Snooker, Go Karting and more.
Four new cameras are now active in Hetton, as part of a project to tackle the area’s anti-social behaviour. The HALO (Hetton Altogether Linking Opportunities) project has been granted £51,000 to install cameras which will deter anti-social behaviour and environmental crime. HALO are working alongside Northumbria Police, Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue, Gentoo and […]
Football is the biggest sport in the United Kingdom, however it is particularly massive in the North East of England. Below, Spark have gathered the best five-a-side pitches in Tyne and Wear
The University of Sunderland Student Union recently had animals on campus for students to see. Riggmoor Reindeer and Miniature Mobile Farm brought a llama, an alpaca, a donkey, a pony, rabbits, guinea pigs, goats and sheep. Many students came out to see and even feed the animals. There was also an ice-cream van and […]
The best burgers in Newcastle, Sunderland and Durham according to Google:
The North East has many hidden gems when it comes to scran and going for a nice few drinks somewhere. You don’t have to settle for Nando’s or Wetherspoons. Use this interactive map to take a look at some of the places you could try out!
From getting into the pilot seat of a fighter jet, to learning a new skill like skateboarding, this interactive map provides a wide variety of fun activities that are a bit outside of the norm for days out with family or friends.
Durham offers a wealth of cultural and recreational activities to enjoy during the spring season. Here are four things to do in Durham this spring: 1. Visit Durham Cathedral Durham Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Durham. With its stunning architecture, intricate stone carvings, and rich history […]
In light of the somewhat fresh news that the Tyne and Wear Metro will extend it’s services into Washington with the introduction of three new stations, we have investigated which current metro stations are the busiest, regarding their passenger traffic in recent years. From Airport to South Hylton, the Tyne and Wear metro consists of […]
