Commemorative plaque 11945

This black commemorative plaque records: Lort Burn. Originally Dene Burn, it became Lort Burn (dirty burn) from later 14th century. Rising in Leazes it follows the line of Dean Street and enters river near this spot. High Bridge and Low Bridge mark early bridges across it. Recorded plaque organisation: City of Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear County Council.

Lort Burn, originally named Dene Burn, is a watercourse in Newcastle upon Tyne whose name changed to Lort Burn (meaning dirty burn) from the later 14th century; it has been marked by significant landmarks such as High Bridge and Low Bridge, reflecting its historical importance in local geography and urban development.