Hutton Terrace drill hall, Newcastle upon Tyne facts for kids
The Hutton Terrace drill hall is an old building in Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne. It used to be a place where soldiers trained and prepared for military duties.
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Hutton Terrace drill hall, Newcastle upon Tyne
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 Hutton Terrace drill hall
Location within Tyne and Wear
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| Coordinates | 54°58′55″N 1°36′02″W / 54.98205°N 1.60066°W |
| Type | Drill hall |
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| Built | c.1900 |
| Built for | War Office |
| In use | c.1900-? |
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History of the Drill Hall
This building was designed as a drill hall around the early 1900s. A drill hall is a place where soldiers practice their drills and learn military skills.
Early Military Use
In 1910, the building became the main base for the 8th (Cyclist) Battalion. This group was part of The Royal Northumberland Fusiliers. They were later renamed the Northern Cyclist Battalion. These soldiers used bicycles for quick movement.
World War I and Beyond
When World War I started in August 1914, the battalion gathered at this drill hall. They then moved to their war station in Morpeth. At that time, another group also used the hall. This was the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance. They were part of the Royal Army Medical Corps.
In 1920, the Northern Cyclist Battalion joined another military unit. It became part of the 3rd (Northumbrian) Medium Brigade. This was a group of the Royal Garrison Artillery.
Later Military Headquarters
Before World War II, the drill hall was still important. It served as the headquarters for the 149th (Northumberland) Infantry Brigade. A brigade is a large group of soldiers.
Modern Day Use
After its military use, the building was changed. It has now been turned into homes.
