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The Victoria Tunnel is a subterranean wagonway that runs under Newcastle upon Tyne, England, from the Town Moor down to the River Tyne. It was built between 1839 and 1842 to transport coal from Leazes Main Colliery in Spital Tongues, to riverside staithes (jetties), ready for loading onto boats for export.
Victoria Tunnel. 2,987 reviews. #1 of 305 things to do in Newcastle upon Tyne. Historic Sites. Write a review. About. Guided tours of the fully preserved 19th century coal waggonway and WW2 air-raid shelter. Pre-booking is essential and tickets can be booked online through our website or by telephone during office hours.
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The Victoria Tunnel runs beneath the city of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne from the Town Moor down to the River Tyne and is now one of the must-see visitor attractions and heritage guided tours for visitors to NewcastleGateshead and locals alike. The entrance to the historic tunnel can now be found in Ouseburn, beside Hotel Du Vin.
Jan 30, 2021 · 8 min read. A Hidden History: The Victoria Tunnel. For 178 years a secret has lurked beneath the city, from the North West in Spital Tongues to the Tyne itself. It was not always a secret.
Jun 7, 2013 · Running for 2.5 miles (3.6km) beneath Newcastle, the Victoria Tunnel is one of the city's "hidden relics". Opened in April 1842, it was used to transport coal from Leazes Main Colliery near...
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Today, you can visit the Victoria Tunnel through guided tours or through the Virtual Victoria Tunnel Experience. As Newcastle’s number one on TripAdvisor in ‘things to do in Newcastle’ for several years in a row, Ouseburn’s Victoria Tunnel is something everyone should experience. Book a tour.
Nestled beneath the bustling city of Newcastle, the Victoria Tunnel stands as a remarkable testament to the city’s multifaceted history. This hidden gem offers a unique blend of industrial heritage, wartime history, and subterranean fascination, making it an essential stop for anyone exploring Newcastle.
