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Published: 21st June, 2016

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    The Victoria Tunnel runs beneath the city from the Town Moor down to the Tyne. It was built in 1842 to transport coal from Leazes Main Colliery to riverside staithes (jetties) ready for loading onto ships. In 1939, it was converted into an air-raid shelter to protect hundreds of Newcastle citizens during World War II. A programme of repairs in 2007-8 was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the TyneWear Partnership, and part of the Tunnel is now open to the public.

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Santa Claus in 1942

Christmas in the Victoria Tunnel

Unique and fascinating events celebrating Christmas in the Victoria Tunnel. Read more

Start: 2nd December, 2018 at 12:00am

End: 23rd December, 2018 at 6:00pm

Published: 25th September, 2018

Updated: 2nd October, 2018

Author: Lesley Turner

Location: 53-55 Lime Street, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ

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