Angel of the North

The Angel of The North

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The Angel of the North is a contemporary sculpture by Antony Gormley, located in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England. Completed in 1998, it is believed …

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Oct 21, 2024
We drove past this sculpture on the way home after our 4 day Scottish road trip. It's nice to say we've seen it in real life. Full review by paulrN6057MT
Oct 17, 2024
When we realised you could get close to the Angel of the North, we decided to make the trip up the hill to see her as we were in the area. We followed sat nav and parked up in the small car park nex… Full review by Langtoon3
Oct 9, 2024
You have to be impressed with the size of the sculpture , a short drive of the motorway with a small car park id ideal just to break the journey and admired part of the North East Full review by QueenslandTommy
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Embracing the sweeping countryside like only it could, this metallic Antony Gormley masterpiece is a sight to behold. Overlooking the majestic …
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The Angel of the North is a contemporary sculpture, designed by Antony Gormley, which is located in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, Engl…
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Facts

Located:Lamesley, Gateshead, NE9
Construction completed:15 February 1998
Height:20 metres (65.6 ft)
Elevation:75 metres (246.1 ft)
Construction started:1994
Architect:Antony Gormley
Type:Artwork
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Do any of the hop on hop off buses go there?
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Yes It’s the no 21 Angel service from Gateshead Interchange.
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Answer by Larry E · May 3, 2019
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Is it accessible with a wheelchair? many thanks.
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I didn’t visit with a wheelechair user but I would say, yes it is. There is a smooth path right up to the statue from the car parking area.
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Answer by Melanie B · Apr 22, 2019
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Hi, We are planning on visiting the Angel of the north this weekend, is it accessible from the carpark with a …
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Hi, We are planning on visiting the Angel of the north this weekend, is it accessible from the carpark with a wheelchair? many thanks.
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Yes. I would say so.
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Is there a charge for the Carpark?
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Car park is free and very convenient
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Are there toilets at the site?
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No none just bushes
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How do I get to major attractions outside of central Newcastle and Gateshead town centre by public transport?
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Getting around NewcastleGateshead is simple and fuss-free. Public transport is efficient and plentiful so you can explore NewcastleGateshead and the wider region with ease. There are specific buses...
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