The Beginnings of Tynemouth
By Gary Holland Tynemouth is a place that is steeped in history. The town has seen invasions by the Romans and Vikings, two World Wars,… Read More »The Beginnings of Tynemouth
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The Real Story of Jingling Geordie’s Cave
This is the ultimate piece of Tynemouth folklore, and here I’m going to share some bits of information that have passed down the annals of time,… Read More »The Real Story of Jingling Geordie’s Cave
A Roman Fort at Tynemouth? Saxton’s Map of 1637
By Gary Holland Christopher Saxton was arguably the most prominent cartographer working in England in his lifetime. Born in Dewsbury, Yorkshire, c1540, he is known… Read More »A Roman Fort at Tynemouth? Saxton’s Map of 1637
Why Hadrian’s Wall Didn’t Go to the Sea — Approaching a Definitive Answer
This is a follow up to an earlier post on the relationship between the people living locally as a sub-tribe of the Votadini and the… Read More »Why Hadrian’s Wall Didn’t Go to the Sea — Approaching a Definitive Answer
World War II and Tynemouth Borough
The Second World War was a long, hard and messy slog. Everyone was directly affected by it, so much so, that I’d never be able… Read More »World War II and Tynemouth Borough
“Ryoutous and Rowtous” Armed Mobs at Tynemouth Castle and the Longsands: A Case from the Star Chamber, 1593
The following is a summary of a fascinating trial in 1593 that took place against the backdrop of Tynemouth Castle and the lucrative North Shields… Read More »“Ryoutous and Rowtous” Armed Mobs at Tynemouth Castle and the Longsands: A Case from the Star Chamber, 1593
What’s in a Name? Part 2 — Tynemouth’s Two Celtic Rivers
River names are vital to linguists in piecing together extinct languages, which in turn provides a glimpse into ancient societies. As massive geographical barriers, but… Read More »What’s in a Name? Part 2 — Tynemouth’s Two Celtic Rivers
What’s in a Name? Celtic Place Names around Tynemouth — Part 1 — Penbal Crag
There was a time when Welsh was spoken all across this country, and some of it remains in the very oldest features of the land.… Read More »What’s in a Name? Celtic Place Names around Tynemouth — Part 1 — Penbal Crag
The Governor’s Tree — A Myth Rooted in Reality?
The Governor’s Tree is a familiar Tynemouth fixture that sits in a recess in the wall towards the bottom of Correction Bank—the stretch of Tynemouth… Read More »The Governor’s Tree — A Myth Rooted in Reality?
King Eddies Corollary: Curating the Art
A collection of 19th century paintings of this well-practised view, only with dates and titles referencing the bay, e.g. not titled, ‘A View of Tynemouth… Read More »King Eddies Corollary: Curating the Art