Grainger Town and Grey's Monument, <em>England</em>
England

Grainger Town and Grey's Monument, England

About Grainger Town and Grey's Monument

Grey's Monument, one of the well-loved tourist places to visit in Newcastle is a gathering spot in the middle of town, stands 135 feet tall at the northern end of Grey Street. It was constructed in 1835 to honour the second Earl Grey for his work as Prime Minister and author of the Reform Bill of 1832. Amazing cityscapes may be seen from the 164-step observation deck atop the column, which is exclusively exposed to the public on rare occasions.

One of the best retail areas in Newcastle is Grainger Street, which terminates with Grey's Monument. After Richard Grainger, the city's chief architect from 1824 until 1841, the street and the surrounding neighbourhood, Grainger Town, were named. Grainger Market, which has been open since 1835 and features over a hundred different merchants offering food and other things, is also located here and makes for a great shopping experience.

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Grainger Town and Grey's Monument Highlights

• Click some pictures of your loved ones standing next to the monument while gazing up at its imposing height.
• Take in a slice of Newcastle life as you relax on the monument's broad base and people-watch.
• People of all faiths and political persuasions use this central plaza to share their messages with the public.
• If you want to see the city in all its summer glory, book a tour up the spiralling 164 steps inside the building.
• Read about the 1941 incident in which lightning struck the statue and severed its head.
• Take pictures of the sky at sunset in various colours to use as a backdrop for the article.
• Take a look at the inscriptions that surround the base to learn more about Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey's time in politics.
• Visit this picturesque area and take in some of the street entertainment.

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