Underhill, Gateshead
| Axwell House | |
|---|---|
 Underhill, 99 Kells Lane, Low Fell. Home of Sir Joseph Wilson Swan from 1869–83. | |
  Location within Tyne and Wear | |
| General information | |
| Architectural style | Victorian |
| Location | Low Fell, Gateshead, England |
| Coordinates | 54°56′23″N 1°35′32″W / 54.9396°N 1.5923°W |
| Year(s) built | 1860s |
Listed Building – Grade II* | |
| Official name | Underhill |
| Designated | 2 June 1976 |
| Reference no. | 1248562 |
Underhill is a large and imposing detached house, located at 99 Kells Lane in the Low Fell district of Gateshead, England.[1] Built primarily from sandstone in Victorian architectural style, it was the home of Sir Joseph Wilson Swan from 1869–83, and is the first domestic property in the world to be illuminated by electric light bulb.[2]
In 1976 it was designated a Grade II* listed building.[3]
Previously used as a school, it is currently used as retirement sheltered housing.[4]
See also
References
- ^ "Eight interesting facts about Low Fell". Chronicle Live. 22 February 2013. Retrieved 19 July 2025.
- ^ "Gateshead Blue Plaques — Joseph Swan 1828–1914". Gateshead Libraries. Gateshead Council. 2011. Archived from the original on 17 March 2018. Retrieved 19 December 2017.
- ^ Historic England. "Underhill (1248562)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 19 July 2025.
- ^ "Underhill". Bernicia Homes. Retrieved 19 July 2025.