George Stephenson's Birthplace

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Click for more images Tell a friend Bookmark & share:	Go back » Details: Admission: Adult £1.80 Child 90p Age Range: All ages Town: Wylam County: Northumberland Postcode: NE41 8BP Region: Northumberland Telephone: 01661 853457 Email: georgestephensons@nationaltrust.org.uk Website: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk Offers for Kids Newcastle Members: tearoom, parking 1/2 mile away Opening Times: 11am - 5pm Opening Days: Th, Fr, Sat, Sun Opening Periods: 19 Mar - 30/10/11 Pushchair Access: Good with some restrictions Google map Click here Upcoming Events
Description: This quaint small stone cottage was built circa 1760 to accommodate mining families. The furnishings reflect the year the great rail pioneer, George Stephenson, was born here (1781), when his whole family lived in the one room. Extend your visit by strolling along the banks of the River Tyne.