I got a parking ticket in Newcastle, just by the High Level bridge, back in 1972. I was so upset I nearly headed straight back to NZ but instead I stopped for a cup of tea with Colin Ross and Ray Fisher - and spent the next week in Monkseaton, following the High Level Ranters and having the best week of my holiday! Taking publicity photos under the gibbet for "A mile to ride" and having my picture in the Hexham Courant.
Yes, I've been to Geordie land!