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3About Swalwell
Swalwell lies along the Tyne Valley between Whickham and Blaydon, easily reached via the A184 from Gateshead or the B6317 from Newcastle. The A695 connects westward to Hexham whilst the A1 provides the main north-south corridor. With over 300 EV charging points nearby and Newcastle Airport 15km northeast, it's well-connected for both local and long-distance travel. The village sits directly on Hadrian's Wall Path, where sections of the Roman frontier fortification remain visible to this day.
Where is Swalwell on the map?
Swalwell is in England, at 54.953, -1.682 - about 8 km east of Barlow, Gateshead.
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EV Chargers in Swalwell
- 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 Swalwell?
The closest airport to Swalwell is Newcastle International Airport, 18 km (about 32 min by car). Other airports nearby: Teesside International Airport.