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Blyth, Northumberland
Blyth is a town in the district of Blyth Valley, Northumberland, England, lying to the south of the River Blyth .
In the medieval period, Blyth grew as its salt pans were exploited. It then became a centre for coal mining, while its harbour was developed to export the local coal. Shipbuilding was also important in the town, and it was a submarine base during both World Wars.
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