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The Angel of the North


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 14 attractions in Gateshead
Traveller Description: The angel of the north is a exquisite masterpiece, and is probably the northeast's most treasured possession. Many come from all over the world to see more »
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Attraction type: Statue, Monument, Landmark/point of interest
Address: Durham Road
Low Eighton Gateshead NE9 6AA
England
Tel: 44-191-477-3478
Fax: 44-191-477-7454

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5 Jul 2009

I went to see The Angel of the North, a sculpture by Anthony Gormley. I think there should be a little museum or something that tells you a little bit more about this work of art. And I think it should be signposted better. more

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4 of 5 stars
New York
18 Jun 2009

I came upon this giant sculpture in my rental car when driving (on the wrong side of the freeway!) in North East England. The sculpture took four years to build and is now 11 years old. Apparently it's width is greater than the Statue of Liberty's height! It's hard to miss right next to the A1 road and is worth... more

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5 of 5 stars
Chester, Vermont
5 Jul 2008

..when the Angel appears on my right. I love this piece. Being an Expat Geordie, living for many years in Cambridge it had the same effect on me as the Tyne Bridge. I felt I'd arrived home. The contrast of the mechanical design with the sensual curves are inspired. I'm not one for "modern art" but I can easily sit... more

3 Jul 2008
1
person found this review helpful

Having seen this sculpture a number of times in various publications we decided to see it for ourselves. How impressive it was - set up on a hill for all who pass to admire. There's a pull in for 15 cars - and it works well because it doesn't take a long time to visit - 10 minutes at the... more

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5 of 5 stars
Midlands, United Kingdom
20 Apr 2007
2
people found this review helpful

Should you find yourself on the A1 make time to stop. The Angel of the North is set within a housing estate, up on a hillside. There is a layby to park in but no carpark. There is an infomation board which outlines the background and construction techniques used. So much for the practical side of visiting the attraction now... more

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The Angel of the North Address

Durham Road | Low Eighton, Gateshead NE9 6AA, England
Tel: 44-191-477-3478 Fax: 44-191-477-7454