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Hello. The Wylam Parish Council website exists primarily to inform local residents about the role of the Parish Council, and promote its activities in involving the community.
We welcome your feedback and if there is anything you think the Parish Council should be doing on your behalf or anything you think we should show on this website please do not hesitate to contact us.
Welcome to Wylam a thriving village about 10 miles (16 km) west of Newcastle upon Tyne. It is located in the county of Northumberland. It is famous for being the birthplace of George Stephenson, one of the early rail pioneers. George Stephenson's Birthplace is his cottage that can be found on the north bank of the Tyne three quarters of a mile (1.2 km) east of the village centre. It is owned by the National Trust (but unfortunately is currently closed).
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Northumberland County Council have announced a road closure for Wylam Wood Road between 18 and 31st October (although it may be closed for a shorter period than this.
The National Trust with the parish Council have organised a guided walk highlighting Wylam's hidden (and not so hidden) industrial heritage. There is no charge and the walk will take place on Sunday 24 June 1000-1130. Full details on the event poster.
Wylam Summer Fair takes place this year on Saturday June 23rd and Wylam parish Council have a stall. Do you remember the last train to Wylam? We want your stories, photographs and memories. Come and share what you remember about Wylam North Station c.1968. Find us at the WPC tent at the Wylam Summer Fair.
Poster for the event. (Large at 13.16MB)
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