Why newcastle under lyme

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There were a number of improvements in Newcastle Under Lyme in the 19th century. From it had a supply of gas for lighting. The railway reached Newcastle in The first cemetery opened in and the first public library opened in However, like all towns in the mid 19th century Newcastle Under Lyme was dirty and overcrowded.

There were outbreaks of cholera in and in In the population of Newcastle Under Lyme was 17, By it was 70, The huge rise in population was partly due to boundary extensions.

The boundaries were changed in to include Chesterton, Wolstanton, and Silverdale. The first council houses were built in More followed in the s and s. After the council demolished some slums and many more council houses were erected. A museum opened in A Covered Market opened in The High Street closed to traffic in The Roebuck Centre opened in Today the population of Newcastle Under Lyme borough is , Tuesdays are the Antiques and Collectables market and The flea market on a Thursday gives you the opportunity to pick up a bargain.

Stalls are packed with hidden treasures at very reasonable prices. Also every third Friday of each month is a Farmers Market where you can buy local, fresh produce including meats, cheeses, wines and fruit. The recently developed 'Castle Walk' with its traditional cobbled street and Iron Market are home to a variety of high street stores including Burton, New Look and Wilkinson. Sitting amongst the shops are traditional cafes and a tea room where you can take a rest from shopping and enjoy a pot of tea and a scone.

The New Vic Theatre was Europe's first purpose-built theatre in the round. It is just outside the town centre and offers a full programme of entertainment, whether modern or classic plays or impressive concert performances. The Borough Museum and Art Gallery depicts the civic history of the Borough of Newcastle under Lyme and an authentic, life-size Victorian street-scene whilst the art gallery hosts work by local and national artists as well as 'travelling' exhibitions.

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