Gateshead, Kirklees, England, United Kingdom
Robert Stirling Newall, J.P., 27 May 1812 - 21 April 1889. Pioneer in manufacturing wire ropes and laying under-sea telegraph cables. Mayor of Gateshead 1867 and 1868. A keen astronomer owning the world’s largest telescope. Lived in Ferndene House located behind this lodge. Died age 76 at Ferndene.
Listen to the audio guide for Blue plaque № 85000 Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off