Welcome to Pont

Pont Northumberland is a historic bridge located in the Northumberland County of England. The bridge was built in the 18th century and is considered to be one of the most iconic landmarks in the region. The bridge spans across the River Tyne and connects the towns of Newcastle and Gateshead. The bridge was designed by the famous architect Robert Stephenson and was opened to the public in 1849. The bridge is a testament to the engineering prowess of the time and is a popular tourist attraction in the region.

The bridge is a symbol of the industrial revolution that took place in England during the 18th and 19th centuries. The bridge was built to connect the coal mines of Northumberland with the rest of the country. The bridge was also used to transport goods and people across the River Tyne. The bridge played a crucial role in the development of the region and helped to establish Newcastle as a major industrial center.

Today, the bridge is a popular tourist attraction and is visited by thousands of people every year. The bridge offers stunning views of the River Tyne and the surrounding countryside. The bridge is also a popular spot for photographers and artists who come to capture its beauty. The bridge is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the people of England and is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history and engineering.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 7.3°C

Feels Like: 3.4°C

Wind: 16.3 MPH

Wind Dir: NNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Darras Hall Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Victoria Parr	Middle Drive Newcastle-Upon-Tyne NE20 9DS 1661823857 School Website
Richard Coates Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Cape	Thornhill Road Ponteland Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 9QB 1661823167 School Website
Ponteland Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Carl Johnson	Callerton Lane Ponteland Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 9EY 1661824853 School Website
Ponteland Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Blain	Callerton Lane Ponteland The Crescent, Callerton Lane, Ponteland Northumberland NE20 9EG 1661822103 School Website
Ponteland High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Stefan Mcelwee	The Crescent Callerton Lane Ponteland Northumberland NE20 9EG 1661824711 School Website
Heddon-On-The-Wall, St Andrew's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Wheatley	Trajan Walk Heddon-On-The-Wall Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Northumberland NE15 0BJ 1661853350 School Website
Throckley Primary School Foundation School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Stuart	Hexham Road Throckley Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE15 9DY 01912675311 School Website
Stamfordham First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Miss Lynsey Briddock	Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE18 0NA 01661886358 School Website
Walbottle Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Martin Wood	Hexham Road Walbottle Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE15 9TP 1912678221
Talbot House Children's Charity Non-Maintained Special School Ages:5-18 Head Teacher Mrs Christine Smiles	Hexham Road Walbottle Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE15 8HW 7711405732 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wylam Station Road, Wylam, Tyne And Wear, NE41 8JA 4.95 Miles

Blaydon Tyne Street, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE21 4JB 6.14 Miles

Prudhoe Station Gate, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6NR 6.26 Miles

Metrocentre Gateshead Metro Centre, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9GA 7.81 Miles

Cramlington Station Road, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 9EX 8.08 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Airparks Newcastle - Newcastle Airport Parking 0191 286 9899 Callerton Ln, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE13 8DN 3.44 Miles
Ace Taxi's 0191 229 0576 Newburn Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE15 9AF 3.74 Miles
Get Carter Luxury Mini Bus Travel 0191 267 8989 40 Minerva Close, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE5 1YN 3.89 Miles
Corporate Cars North East Ltd 0191 214 1710 West House, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE5 1NB 4.62 Miles
Celebration Cars 0845 644 1337 Unit 5 Hadrian House/Redburn Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE5 1NF 4.66 Miles
First Class Cars 07816 523153 62 Roachburn Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE5 5ND 4.77 Miles
Classic Cars 0191 413 1997 The Grove, Ryton, Tyne And Wear, NE40 3QR 4.79 Miles
Pullman Chauffeur Services Ltd 0191 271 6464 Thornbury Cl, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE3 2FE 4.92 Miles
Grundy Goes Taxis 0191 241 0664 13 Velville Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE3 2FA 4.94 Miles
Denton Taxis 0191 274 1010 Unit 16A Denton Park Shopping Centre, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE5 2QZ 4.99 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Western Way - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Runnymede Road Top - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Middle Drive - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Limestone Lane - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Darras Hall Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Darras Road Top - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Edgehill Top - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Middle Drive - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eachwick - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Darras Hall Surgery	The Broadway Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 9PW
Ponteland Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Meadowfield Industrial Estate Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9SD
Ponteland Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Meadowfield Industrial Estate Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9SD
Ponteland Medical Group 01661 825513	Ponteland Prim. Care Ctr. Meadowfield, Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9SD
White Medical Group 01661 822222	Ponteland Prim. Care Ctr. Meadowfield, Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9SD

Local Stores

Ponteland
15 Broadway
Ponteland
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Northumberland
NE20 9PW
01661 824165
Store Website
1.05 miles

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SPAR Heddon
Heddon Service Station
Heddon on the Wall
NE15 0BG
01661 852276
Store Website
3.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

River Veterinary Care
47 Bell Villas Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9BD Website 1.97 miles

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Alnorthumbria Vets - Ponteland Branch
Street House Farm Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9BT 2.60 miles

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Doorstep Vet
Unit G 1B Stephenson Prestwick Park, Prestwick Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE20 9SJ 07939 932903 hello@doorstep.vet Website 2.78 miles
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Blythman &Amp; Partners
Blythman Veterinary 2 Taberna Close Heddon-On-The-Wall Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE15 0BW 01661 854699 blyth.man1@btconnect.com Website 3.37 miles
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Blythman And Partners Ltd
74 Downend Road Westerhope Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE5 5NH 0191 264 3773 blythman01@btconnect.com Website 4.64 miles
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Companion Care (Newcastle Kingston Park) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Kingston Retail Park Brunton Lane Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Northumberland NE3 2ES 0191 271 0269 newcastlekingstonpark@vets4pets.com Website 5.31 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Bolam Lake
Bolam Lake Is A Great Dog Walk, There's A Lake (Obviously) With A Well Maintained Path Around It, Some Great Wooded Areas And Some Open Grassy Areas. Great For A Picnic As Well. Parking Is £1.40-2.80, And There Are Toilets. Very Dog Friendly. Unnamed Road Lancashire 6.89 miles

Location what3words grins.giggled.aquatic

Thornley Wood
Great Off Lead Walk, You Can Join It At Any Point. Lockhaugh Road-Glamis Crescent Lancashire 7.79 miles

Location what3words lasts.tunnel.thanks

Plessey Woods Park
Incredibly Popular Area For Fellow Dog Walkers. Peaceful And Lovley Little Art Touches Around The Forrest. There A Few Routes You Can Take In The Forrest Depending On Your Preference. Incredibly Large Forest With Picnic Area And Toilets On Site With Free Parking Also. 35 Shields Rd Hartford Bridge Bedlington Lancashire NE22 6AN 8.07 miles

Location what3words lost.centuries.blown

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 8.14 miles

Location what3words formal.twins.dollar

Chopwell Woods
Chopwell WOODS RD 8.70 miles

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Gibside
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk Where You Can Enjoy An Adventure In Gibside's 600 Acre Woodland. NE16 6BG 8.84 miles Entrance On B6314 Between Burnopfield And Rowlands Gill; Follow Brown Signs From A1, Taking Exit On To A694 At North End Of Metrocentre.

Location what3words chew.wing.museum

Weather Forecast

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