Just touching on the Pilgrim Street issue again, I wonder how many people in that part of the town travel to Low Fell/Harlow Green and walk up to Eldon Square BS, due to issues/concerns about the 1?
Having a 21 stop there, could actually encourage more people to stay in that part of the town, knowing there should be a frequent Durham Road bus service.
The 1 may assist the 21 when heading north into Newcastle, but I can't see it doing so well southbound - apart from picking up stragglers from St Nicholas Cathedral/High Level Bridge.
RE: Go North East: Service Suggestions
'Illegitimis non carborundum'