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The Blaydon Races (the famous Geordie anthem from 1862), the Tyne riverside, the MetroCentre nearby (Europe's largest indoor shopping centre), and a Tyneside town immortalised in song
A little history
The Blaydon Races were real horse races held on Blaydon Island in the Tyne from 1861. Geordie Ridley wrote the song in 1862 for the opening night of Balmbra's Music Hall in Newcastle — it became the unofficial anthem of the North East. The races themselves ended in 1916.
The Blaydon Races are sung at every Newcastle United match — the town is proud of the connection. The Tyne riverside walk from Blaydon. The MetroCentre is minutes away for serious shopping.
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The Blaydon Races (the famous Geordie anthem from 1862), the Tyne riverside, the MetroCentre nearby (Europe's largest indoor shopping centre), and a Tyneside town immortalised in song Roam surfaces the local businesses and hidden gems that make Blaydon worth exploring.
The town has independent cafes and local food options. The MetroCentre has extensive food. The Tyne riverside has improving food options. Download Roam free to discover Blaydon's independent food scene.
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Blaydon's economy benefits from MetroCentre proximity. Independent businesses serve the local community. List your Blaydon business on Roam to reach local customers in Tyne and Wear.
Roam covers all of Blaydon including Winlaton, Ryton, Crawcrook, Rowlands Gill, Chopwell. The Blaydon Races are sung at every Newcastle United match — the town is proud of the connection. The Tyne riverside walk from Blaydon. The MetroCentre is minutes away for serious shopping.
