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Scientists seek to discover how Geordies survive the cold in next to nothing

Scientists are hoping to finally solve a mystery which has long baffled southerners - how Geordies survive the cold wearing next to nothing.

Novacastrians are famed for their ability to venture out in the bitter North East winters without wearing a coat.

Now researchers from Newcastle's Centre for Life want to find out if their hardiness is anything more than a myth.

One theory being explored is that Geordies have thicker skins than people in other parts of the country.

Linda Conlon, chief executive of the Centre for Life said: "We decided to investigate the reputation Geordies have for not wearing a coat in even the worst weather.

"Is there a possible genetic reason for our bravery or is it simply because we like to show off our finery on a night out?"

An online questionnaire will ask Geordies about their coat wearing behaviour to find out whether they are naturally warmer than their Southern counterparts, or if having no need for a coat is part of Newcastle's cultural heritage.

In addition to the survey, scientists will take to the city's night spots to carry out fieldwork and interview revellers.

It is the first time the myth has been explored and the results will be announced during the ScienceFest which will run between March 6 and 15.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/4641243/Scientists-seek-to-discover-how-Geordies-survive-the-cold-in-next-to-nothing.html

The Geordie in my house

I guess it's true that there are only 2 kinds of people in this world: 1. Geordies 2. Those that wish they were Geordies.

What about Jocks they are Geordies with thier heads kicked in.

PS Captain how you doing Mate - I am back in Tynemouth and missing your friendly banter (friend of Jo and Helen) in the George and Dragon. See you after 18th April.

Martin - why don't the flash bbcode(s) work ?

For your information - 4th July Tino Asprilla is having a testimonial game in Medellin (Columbia to those geographically challenged) and he is here in the Toon handing out invites to the Entertainers Beardsley, Shearer, Ferdinand and Keegan to to play - Mike Ashley not invited!. Also playing will be Maradona, Zola, Cannarvaro, Buffon, Valderama, Crespo, Veron and Rene Heguita (the goalie who kicked the ball off his line with a back flip!).

More interesting for you is that the game is to be televised live so watch out for it.

Oh Supreme one - i know what the syntax is but i get a red error "You cannot use certain BBCodes: [flash]."

URMMM Andy I dont think so ---tell that to a Mackem Marj

From the age of six weeks and every year of my childhood I spent many a school holiday in Newbiggin where members of my family were miners in Ashington colliery.
I remember we use to go down to the shore line and pick up the sea coal, even though all the miners received free coal the shore line would be packed with people doing the same, use to take us hours though because everyone knew each other and stopped to chat or just pass the time of day.
I've always found the people of the North East to be the friendliest with a great sense of humour just like us Liverpudlians.

Jan

Easy boy easy don't get carried away

I remember the caravans well we use to go up there and play with the kids who were on holiday, do you remember the little church around the bay? the caravan park use to be just a little bit further on, it was such a safe place for kids in those days.

It was a nice place to be Marj and I have many happy memories.

Jan