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Tucked just inland from the coast between Whitley Bay and Seaton Delaval, Holywell still retains the distinct feel of a traditional Northumberland village despite its proximity to the more urban sprawl of North Tyneside. It grew significantly during the nineteenth century to serve the local collieries, but today it is a much quieter spot defined by its stone-built core and the deep, wooded valley of the Holywell Dene. This Dene is a local lifeline, providing a network of walking paths that follow the burn all the way down to the harbour at Seaton Sluice. For practicalities, the village is anchored by a couple of long-standing pubs and a local shop, while the bypass has helped keep through-traffic away from the main residential streets. It’s a useful location for anyone needing to commute into Newcastle or towards the coast, as it sits right on the edge of the green belt, offering a bit of breathing room while staying within easy reach of the shops and Metro links in nearby Monkseaton.