Welcome to West Chirton

West Chirton is a small village located in the borough of North Tyneside, Tyne and Wear, England. The village is situated on the north bank of the River Tyne, and it is bordered by the villages of Chirton and North Shields. West Chirton is a quiet and peaceful village that is home to a small community of residents. The village has a few local amenities, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub.

West Chirton has a rich history that dates back to the Roman era. The village was once a Roman settlement, and there are still remnants of the Roman occupation in the area. The village was also an important center for shipbuilding during the 19th and 20th centuries. Many of the ships that were built in West Chirton were used in the coal trade, and the village played a significant role in the industrialization of the region.

Today, West Chirton is a peaceful and picturesque village that is popular with visitors who are looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are many walking and cycling trails in the area. Visitors can also explore the local history by visiting the village's historic sites, including the ruins of the Roman settlement and the old shipyards. Overall, West Chirton is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the region's rich history and natural beauty.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Shaun Dillon	Lovaine Place North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 0BU 1916919876 School Website
Waterville Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Nugent	Waterville Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 6SL 01916918500 School Website
Riverside Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Angela Yilmaz	Minton Lane North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 6DQ 01912963586 School Website
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Claire Hedley	Wallsend Road Chirton North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 7BT 1912573097 School Website
Spring Gardens Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Timothy Jones	Brightman Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 0HP 01913009750 School Website
Collingwood Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Dr Harriet Bland	Oswin Terrace North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 7JQ 01916053378 School Website
Norham High School Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Terence Richard Conway	Alnwick Avenue North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 7BU 01918143890 School Website
Christ Church Cofe Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs L Bradford	Kielder Terrace North Shields Tyne And Wear NE30 2AD 1912570323 School Website
King Edward Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Kate Byrne	Preston Avenue North Shields Tyne And Wear NE30 2BD 01918141455 School Website
Percy Main Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Kathryn Thompson	Nelson Terrace Percy Main North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 6JA 01914067113 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Heworth Sunderland Road, Heworth, Tyne And Wear, NE10 0NE 5.45 Miles

Manors Off Trafalgar Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE1 6UR 6.33 Miles

Newcastle Neville Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE1 5DL 6.82 Miles

Sunderland Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR1 3HP 7.65 Miles

Cramlington Station Road, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 9EX 7.95 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Canny Auto Hire 0845 634 4808 Unit 6A Waterville Road, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 6UA 0.22 Miles
Tynemouth Taxis Ltd 0191 258 0555 Metro/Railway Ter, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 6RP 0.36 Miles
Central Taxis 0191 258 1000 8 Railway Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 6QD 0.44 Miles
Toomanytaxis 0191 258 5656 Unit9a, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 7TY 1.02 Miles
Fleetline Taxi's 0191 296 1919 Unit 9/West Chirton Trading Est, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 7TY 1.02 Miles
Station Taxis 0191 455 3232 37 Mile End Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE33 1TA 1.08 Miles
Super-Tech Cars 0191 454 5164 1 Robson Terrace, South Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE33 1PD 1.31 Miles
Dial A Cab 0191 455 8888 12 Laygate, South Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE33 1SH 1.32 Miles
Priory Taxis 0191 257 6061 Unit 13-14/Metro Buildings/Station Mews, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE30 2TF 1.32 Miles
Associated Taxis 0191 258 7777 7D Westmorland Rd, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE29 8TB 1.34 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Chirton Po Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Hylton Terrace - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hawkeys Lane - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Quadrant - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Borough Road - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nile Street Po Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Pineapple - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Verne Road - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Alma Place - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cleveland Road - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Northumbrian Way - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Northumberland Square Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Northumberland Sq Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Shields Health Hub - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Priory Day Hospital Hawkeys Lane North Shields NE29 0SF
Appleby Surgery	Hawkeys Lane North Shields NE29 0SF
Shields Health Hub - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Hawkeys Lane North Shields NE29 0SF
Collingwood Health Group 0191 2571779	Collingwood Surgery Hawkeys Lane North Shields Tyne & Wear NE29 0SF
Nelson Medical Group 0191 2571204	Nelson Health Centre Cecil Street North Shields Tyne & Wear NE29 0DZ

Local Stores

North Shields - Queen Alexandra Rd
Queen Alexandra Road
North Shields
Tyne & Wear
NE29 9AL
01912 960742
Store Website
0.55 miles

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SPAR Wallsend
Tynemouth Road
Howden
Wallsend
NE28 0EA
01912638007
Store Website
1.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Ayres Veterinary Hospital
19 Ayres Terrace North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 0HL 0191 258 6886 ayresvethosp@cvsvets.com Website 0.36 miles
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Firstvets
Cvs Group Plc Lynn House Lynn Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 8HL 0191 2964449 Website 0.77 miles

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Vets On The Meowve Ltd
Unit 21 Mandale Park Wallsend Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 7FN 0191 466 1440 tyneandwear@vetsonthemeowe.com Website 0.96 miles

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Westway Veterinary Group
Unit 5 The Collingwood Centre Preston North Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 9QR 0191 296 6180 info@westwayvets.com Website 1.15 miles
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South Shields Quays Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 1, Station Road South Shields Tyne And Wear NE33 1RD 0191 496 9700 southshieldsquays@vets4pets.com 1.30 miles

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North Tyneside Vets4pets Ltd
18 Barnstaple Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 8QD 0191 296 3311 northtyneside@vets4pets.com Website 1.45 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Northumberland Park
Most Pavements Are Ok, But Can Be Quite Muddy. Will Likely Meet Other Dogs Off Lead. There Is A Small Duck Pond And Play Area For Children. The Two Roads On Either Side Of The Park Are Quite Busy So Make Sure You Put Your Dog Back On Lead Well Before Exiting Park. 35 Park Terrace North Lancashire SHIELDS NE30 1.12 miles North Shields/Tynemouth, Entrances From King Edward Rd &Amp; Tynemouth Rd

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Wagon Ways
A Lovely Walk Through The Wagon Ways, Leading From Monkseaton To Seaton Deleval. Approx. 7 Miles There And Back. 3 Front St Lancashire 2.51 miles Follow The Wagon Ways From Churchill Playing Fields Through To Seaton Deleval!

Location what3words video.noting.posed

Rising Sun Countryside Park
Park With 400 Acres Of Open Space Including A Nature Reserve, Grassland, Woodland Areas And A Lake. Rising Sun Countryside Centre Cafe Whitley Road Newcastle Lancashire UPON TYNE 2.92 miles

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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 5.87 miles

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Blyth South Beach
The Main South Beach Has Chip Shops And All The Things You Would Expect Of A Seaside Walk, But Isnt Really Dog Friendly. However, A Little South Down Links Road Is A Free Car Park And Access To A Really Dog Friendly Stretch Of Beach. There's Toilets And Usually A Coffee Cart. As Well As The Beach Walk, There Are Well Maintained Paths Through The Dunes Up To The Main South Beach. Gloucester Lodge Farm Cottage 1 Links Rd Blyth NE24 3PH 6.53 miles

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Albany Park Washington
Go For A Lovely Walk Around Albany Park In Washington Where You Can Let Your Dog Off The Lead. After A Lovely Walk You Can Walk Into Concord For A Lovely Coffee In Cafe K9 A Dog Friendly Cafe That Serve Dogs And Human Food And Dog Treats. Located Next To Dragon Vets. Concord House Spout Ln Washington NE37 2AS 6.98 miles Next To Dragon Vets

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