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LangMayYerLumReek77 · 11/10/2018 12:54

Hello, we're thinking about relocating to the Jewish community (Modern Orthodox not Charedi) in Newcastle from Paris.

What are the pros and cons of life in the Toon?

Manchester is also an option but London is too expensive.

Would be very grateful to hear from locals before we plan our visit. Thanks!

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samG76 · 11/10/2018 21:14

Very little community left in Newcastle, I'm afraid.

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LangMayYerLumReek77 · 11/10/2018 23:47

Thanks for your message. Sorry to hear that. Do you know if there are weekly shabbat services? And if there's a talmud-torah class for children on Sunday mornings?

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samG76 · 12/10/2018 10:19

There are weekly shabbat services, but poorly attended, almost all elderly, and very few kids. Not sure about talmud-torah, but I''m sure you could get a tutor from Gateshead (which is nearby) at very good rates.

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LoniceraJaponica · 12/10/2018 10:25

Have you considered Leeds?

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LoniceraJaponica · 12/10/2018 11:34

Leeds Jewish Community

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LangMayYerLumReek77 · 12/10/2018 14:53

Thanks for the info!

Will investigate Leeds.

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LangMayYerLumReek77 · 15/10/2018 10:49

From what I can see, Moortown is at the heart of Jewish life in Leeds. It's also one of the more expensive places to live in the city.

Although, the same is true for Gosforth in Newcastle.

Prestwich looks a bit more affordable, but I've heard that since the BBC move to Manchester, house prices are rising rapidly...

Do you think that sending children to Jewish schools is important in England today?