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Saltwell Park

Saltwell Park is a Victorian Park in Gateshead designed by Edward Kemp. It opened in 1876. It used to be owned by William Wailes but is now run by Gateshead Council. In 1999 it underwent a £9.6million restoration and won Britain’s Best Park award in 2005.

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Newcastle upon Tyne
Do you know your Rising Sun from your Roker and your South Marine from your Saltwell? See how many of the region's parks you can identify from just one picture
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Plans unveiled for a Covid memorial in Gateshead's Saltwell Park
Saltwell
Gateshead Council has commissioned a sculpture in honour of residents who lost their lives as a result of Covid-19.
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Saltwell Park fireworks display cancelled due to 'unprecedented' Storm Ciarán rainfall
Bonfire Night
Gateshead Council confirmed that the Bonfire Night event has been called off after the storm left the grounds of the park 'saturated'
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Saltwell Park fireworks road closures and travel tips for this Saturday's double display
Bonfire Night
Families are advised to use public transport - with a park-and-ride shuttle bus running despite strike action - to attend Gateshead's Bonfire Night celebrations as the annual event returns with changes, including an extra display for young ones
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North East Bonfire Night firework displays - 2023 events, dates and ticket details
Bonfire Night
Here's our updated guide to Bonfire Night displays around Newcastle, Northumberland, Gateshead and Durham including free events and a new addition
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Saltwell Park firework display date, timings and ticket details
Bonfire Night
Here's what you need to know if you are planning to attend Gateshead's big Bonfire Night event - which will be back in November with improvements, following last year's complaints, and two fireworks displays
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Best places to see changing autumn leaves around the North East
Newcastle upon Tyne
Here are 15 top spots for autumn colour around Northumberland, Newcastle and County Durham
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30 pictures of the blooming lovely Gateshead park with year-round attractions
Saltwell Park
Here are 30 images of Saltwell Park in Low Fell, which has everything from a Victorian bandstand to a new speciality coffee shop - and looks just as inviting in winter too
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The beautiful Gateshead park with its own gothic mansion and a boating lake families can't get enough of
Gateshead
Saltwell Park is one of the most popular Gateshead landmarks, and I decided to go and see why it's still adored by generations of families
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I visited a sought-after Gateshead suburb and I loved the variety of shops and local businesses
Low Fell
Low Fell has been able to cultivate and maintain a thriving community of shops, cafes and restaurants
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People soak up the spring sunshine in Gateshead's Saltwell Park over the Easter weekend
Gateshead
Families and friends made the most of the nice weather on Saturday
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15 pictures from Saltwell Park's spectacular November 5th fireworks display
Bonfire Night
A fantastic Bonfire Night was had by all at Saltwell Park.
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Field of Remembrance opens in Gateshead's Saltwell Park after emotional Royal British Legion service
Saltwell Park
The Royal British Legion opened one of six national Fields of Remembrance in Saltwell Park this weekend.
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Saltwell Park fireworks - road closures, travel advice and buses for Saturday's huge Bonfire Night event
Bonfire Night
Huge crowds are expected to turn out for the Metro Radio fireworks night at Saltwell Park in Gateshead which is making a return this Saturday after a two-year absence
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Saltwell Park fireworks to return with a Bonfire Night spectacular after two year absence
Bonfire Night
Huge Metro Radio event at Saltwell Park in Gateshead promises to be the best Bonfire Night celebration yet with a fireworks spectacular, fire, laser show and funfair
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Investigation launched after beloved parrots stolen from popular Gateshead park
Gateshead
Park staff are increasingly worried as the African Greys, known as Fozzy and Saucey, need to be kept as a pair
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Five vibrant North East markets to find treasures and tasty treats this summer
Quayside Newcastle
Whether you’re looking to go bargain-hunting, pick up some unique treasures or just tuck into some delicious food, there are plenty of markets in the North East
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The North East green spaces nominated for UK's Favourite Parks 2022 - and how you can vote for yours
Newcastle upon Tyne
Seventeen green spaces across the region made the list - did yours?
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Full list of beautiful North East parks to be awarded prestigious Green Flag status
Tyne & Wear
More than 40 parks across the North East have been given a Green Flag award, which recognises well managed parks and public spaces
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Tributes to 'inspirational' Gateshead mum who died of lung cancer aged 50 despite never smoking
Gateshead
Scott Garrett paid tribute to "loving mam and wife" Sarah, who would always put others first and worked hard to provide for their three sons
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Teen arrested on suspicion of drug supply after police chase through Gateshead park
Gateshead
The 19-year-old was acting suspiciously in Saltwell Park before fleeing police and trying to get away in a taxi
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Hadrian's Wall crowned the North East's most Instagrammable free park to visit this Bank Holiday weekend
Hadrian's Wall
The ancient remains topped the chart proving it can stand the test of time from the Romans to Instagrammers of the future
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100-year-old Gateshead bowling clubhouse severely damaged by 'deliberate' fire in Saltwell Park
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Early investigations have led firefighters to believe the fire was started deliberately
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Adventure Cinema's outdoor film screenings to return to the North East this summer
Gateshead
From old favourite Rocky Horror to new hit West Side Story, outdoor film screenings are set to bring the musical party to parks in Sunderland and Gateshead
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