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Jarrow Tourist Information

Jarrow is a town steeped in history - there was a Roman fort here in the first century, and the site was occupied by the Anglo-Saxons in the 5th century.

With the Venerable Bede, who had his home at the monastery of St Paul, Jarrow was renowned as an international religious centre in the 7th century.

The ruins of the Monastery are now associated with and partly built into the present-day church of St. Paul, which stands on the site.

Near to the monastery there is a working museum called "Bede's World", dedicated to the life and times of Bede.

In 1936 Jarrow was the start of the famous Jarrow crusade to London, which was a protest against the mass unemployment in Britain at the time.

 

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Attractions near Jarrow
South Shields Museum & Art Gallery (2 Miles)*
An exciting day out for all the family, South Shields Museum & Art Gallery explores the story of South Tyneside through sensational displays, hands-on exhibiits and stunning art.
Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum (2 Miles)*
Situated beyond the easternmost point of Hadrian's Wall, Arbeia Roman Fort stood guard at the mouth of the River Tyne.
Stephenson Railway Museum (3 Miles)*
Re-live the glorious days of the steam railway at Stephenson Railway Museum in North Shields.
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What's near Jarrow

Attractions:
  South Shields Museum & Art Gallery  2 Miles
  Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum  2 Miles
  Stephenson Railway Museum  3 Miles
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Towns:
  East Howdon  <1 Mile
  Willington Quay  1 Mile
  Monkton  1 Mile
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Estate Agents:
  Andrew Craig Ltd  <1 Mile
  Whitegates Estate Agency  <1 Mile
  Andrew Craig Ltd  2 Miles
Hotels:
  Premier Inn South Shields  1 Mile
  Premier Inn North Shields  1 Mile
  Sir William Fox Hotel  2 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:
  Mill Dam Guest House  2 Miles
  Seabreeze Guest House  2 Miles
  Seaways Guest House  2 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Seafront Apartments  4 Miles
  Riverside View  4 Miles
  Home from Home Bungalow  7 Miles
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Campsites:
  Whitley Bay Holiday Park  6 Miles
  Brockwell Wood  10 Miles
  Sandy Bay Holiday Park  13 Miles
TIC: North Shields Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 0191 2005895  2 Miles



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Towns near Jarrow
East Howdon Tourist Information (< 1 Mile)*
Willington Quay Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Monkton Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Monkton village in the heart of Jarrow has become a training ground for up-and-coming athletes at the excellent Monkton stadium. There is also a summer fair held during the Catherine Cookson Country Festival.
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Hotels near Jarrow
Travelodge (Travel Lodge) Newcastle Silverlink (2 Miles)*
Situated just 6 miles outside the vibrant city centre the Travelodge Newcastle Silverlink offers visitors a peaceful respite away from the crowds of the town yet is still within easy reach of all the major shops, sights and sounds.
Sir William Fox Hotel (2 Miles)*
A jewel in the heart of South Tyneside, this hotel was formally the home of Sir William Fox who was 3 times prime minister of New Zealand.
Quality Hotel Sunderland (2 Miles)*
The Quality Hotel Sunderland is a modern purpose built hotel, ideally located for easy access to neighbouring towns of Newcastle, South Shields, Washington, Durham and, of course, Sunderland.
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Self Catering near Jarrow
Seafront Apartments (4 Miles)*
Seafront Apartments were formed by the clever adaptation of a large Victorian terraced house into 6 apartments. Some retain original features of beautiful ceiling plasterwork. Each apartment is fully self-contained.
Riverside View (4 Miles)*
Chic stylish 2 bed 2 bath apartment on Newcastle Quayside with spacious balcony and stunning river views. Ideally located with bars and restaurants on the doorstep. The apartment benefits from Free secure covered parking and free WiFi.
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