Golf Clubs in Tyne and Wear - Course details, location and contacts. Reviews by Golfers who have played the courses.
Houghton Cycling Club - Based in Houghton le Spring and catering for racing and leisure cycling. Profile, news and results.
Lakeside Angling Club - Contact details for this club whose waters include Fellgate Fisheries, Red Barns Pond, Ryton Willows/Willies Well and Killingworth Lake.
Northern Navigators Orienteering Club - Membership covers Tyneside and Wearside. Fixtures and results, members only area, and a selection of orienteering related games.
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