There is plenty to enjoy in the present across Newcastle, but the city also has a rich history thanks to its position on the Tyne. Take a look at these old photos from across the city and see how much has changed in the years between then and now.
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1. circa 1900: The entrance to Central Station and in the background, St Mary's church and spire, Newcastle-on-Tyne. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
This image from around 1900 showshe entrance to Central Station and St Mary's church and spire in the background. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images) Photo: Hulton Archive
2. The George Stephenson monument in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, circa 1900. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
The George Stephenson monument around 1900. The building behind the statue is now Head of Steam and the Waiting Rooms bar. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images) Photo: Hulton Archive
3. 9 Oct 1994: General view of St James'' Park during an FA Carling Premiership match between Newcastle United and Blackburn Rovers in Newcastle, England. \ Mandatory Credit: Clive Brunskill/Allsport
Kevin Keegan's Newcastle United team dazzled England in the 90s and this image from October 1994 shows a sold out St James Park. Credit: Clive Brunskill/Allsport Photo: Clive Brunskill
4. 1904: Traffic on Grainger Street in Newcastle upon Tyne. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Traffic on Grainger Street heading up to Grey's Monument in 1904. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images) Photo: Hulton Archive