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3About Wrekenton
Wrekenton forms part of Gateshead's southern suburbs, easily reached via the A167 from Newcastle or the A1(M) from further afield. The former pit village sits amid the rolling landscape south of the Tyne, well-connected to neighboring Low Fell and Eighton Banks by local roads. With over 400 EV charging points nearby and Newcastle Airport 15km northwest, it balances heritage character with modern connectivity. The old pithead baths building, now an auto parts shop, still dominates the local streetscape.
Where is Wrekenton on the map?
Wrekenton is in England, at 54.923, -1.575 - about 10 km south of Heaton.
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EV Chargers in Wrekenton
- 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
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What is the closest airport to Wrekenton?
The closest airport to Wrekenton is Newcastle International Airport, 27 km (about 41 min by car). Other airports nearby: Teesside International Airport.