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3About Gateshead
Gateshead sits across the Tyne from Newcastle, connected by several bridges including the famous Tyne Bridge. The A1 provides the main north-south route, with Junction 67 serving the town centre. Local routes include the A184 to Sunderland and various crossings into Newcastle for daily commuters. The Angel of the North, standing 20 metres tall with a 54-metre wingspan, watches over the A1 approach from the south.
Where is Gateshead on the map?
Gateshead is in England, at 54.962, -1.602 - about 5 km south-west of Heaton.
How far is Gateshead from where I am?
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- Wellington St, Newcastle upon Tyne175 kW
- Benton Ale House, Newcastle Upon Tyne75 kW
- 117 Great North Road, Newcastle upon Tyne50 kW
- 2 Hillhead Parkway, Newcastle upon Tyne50 kW
- Callerton Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne50 kW
Data source: OpenChargeMap
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What is the closest airport to Gateshead?
The closest airport to Gateshead is Newcastle International Airport, 19 km (about 36 min by car). Other airports nearby: Teesside International Airport.