Newcastle Upon Tyne, Castle 1901
Photo ref: N16322
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Photo ref: N16322
Photo of Newcastle Upon Tyne, Castle 1901

More about this scene

The Normans established their 'new castle' in 1080 on the site of a Roman fort. In the foreground is the Black Gate, originally constructed in 1247 when the castle's defences were upgraded. The house on the top of the gate is a much later addition. So are the corner turrets and battlements of the keep, which were added in 1812.

A Selection of Memories from Newcastle upon Tyne

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Newcastle upon Tyne

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I was born in Moorland Crescent in the 1950’s. This council housing estate was built a few decades earlier and has a variety of different style good quality houses. Most people had nice gardens with flowers etc and we had vegetables and fruit bushes in the back garden. On summer nights it was not uncommon for the streets to be full of kids playing as most people had big families. Also there were ...see more
I'm trying to discover any information at all about these two soft drinks producers, which I understand were from the Newcastle area; H. Rowe Ltd and Muters. Any help would be appreciated!
My mother, Margaret (Peggy) Goulden nee Gray went to Manchester during the war with Maud Blackburn who lived off Scotsford Road. She lost touch with her many years ago and today mentioned her. Any information would be gratefully received.
doe,s anybody remember the tug boat the conrquer paddle steam tug I worked on it for a short time. we used to bring the big coal ships from the mouthe of the tyne. I think I have spelled the name wrong but somebody out there will remember or have a photo cheers tara