Benton Metro Station, Benton
Introduction
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Benton Metro Station, Benton
Image: © Geoff Holland Taken: 16 Mar 2021
This station, which forms part of the Tyne & Wear Metro System, was originally opened on 1st March 1871 and operated as part of the North Eastern Railway. The platform pictured is the western platform. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit www.northtynesidewalks.co.uk
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Image Location
Latitude
55.013706
Longitude
-1.568059