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Runners of the Blaydon Races.

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Greame Danby sings the Blaydon Races.

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Runners line up for the start of the Blaydon Races.

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Retired antiques dealer Sheila Shorrick-Dodds clinched the accolade Queen of the Blaydon Races. In 1962 during the race’s centenary.

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Greame Danby sings the Blaydon Races.

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Greame Danby sings the Blaydon Races.

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Runners line up for the start of the Blaydon Races.

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Organizers with the bell for the Start of the Blaydon Races.

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Organizers with the bell, Lord Mayor of Newcastle and Sheila Shorrick-Dodds.

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Sheila Shorrick-Dodds with Race Bell.

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Runners of the Blaydon Races.

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Runners of the Blaydon Races.

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Runners of the Blaydon Races.

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Runners take part in the 150th anniversary of the Blaydon Races. A passionate anthem at St James’ Park. Greame Danby sings updated version of the The Blaydon Races for 150 years celebration at at Grey's Monument in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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