Blaydon Burn Tyne and Wear Map

About Blaydon Burn

The character of Blaydon Burn is shaped by its proximity to the River Tyne and the gentle undulations of the surrounding landscape. It lies 1.3 km west-south-west of Blaydon (from Blaydon: bearing 239°T, OS grid NZ 172 626). Historically, Blaydon Burn has been influenced by the industrial heritage of the wider Tyne Valley, with evidence of past mining operations subtly present in the topography. Today, Blaydon Burn presents a more residential face, with a mix of housing that reflects its development as a suburban locale. Green spaces are interspersed throughout Blaydon Burn, offering residents areas for recreation and a connection to the natural environment. The local economy is now largely service-based, supporting the needs of its inhabitants. Blaydon Burn remains a distinct part of the Gateshead district, retaining its own identity within the North East of England.

About This Blaydon Burn Map Page

Explore Blaydon Burn, Tyne and Wear, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 54.958588, -1.731840. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.