Tynemouth

Tynemouth is a historic village in Tyne and Wear, England, situated at the mouth of the River Tyne, between North Shields and Whitley Bay. It is administered as part of the borough of North Tyneside, but until 1974 was an independent county borough in its own right.

Related Topics:
Tyne and Wear - England - River Tyne - North Shields - Whitley Bay - North Tyneside - 1974 - County borough

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A statue of Lord Collingwood, who took command of the Battle of Trafalgar upon the death of Admiral Nelson, looks out over the mouth of the Tyne. The statue features the original cannons from his ship, 'Royal Sovereign'.

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Lord Collingwood - Battle of Trafalgar - Admiral Nelson

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It was of some importance in the mediaeval period, being the centre of the liberty of Tynemouthshire. It is also the site of Tynemouth Castle and Priory.

Related Topics:
Tynemouthshire - Tynemouth Castle and Priory

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