Bridges in Newcastle upon Tyne
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Bridges in Newcastle upon Tyne
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Bridges
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- Rita PLincoln, UK329 contributionsWhilst on a whistle stop tour of Gateshead we had to walk across this iconic bridge as it features in so many tv programs. The views either side were stunning.Written 3 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rita PLincoln, UK329 contributionsThis was the final of 4 bridges that we crossed within an hour. Sadly, with all of the roadworks we found it incredibly difficult to ascend and had to ask some locals for help. You have to be reasonably fit to climb this bridge, but the views of the other bridges are stunning once you walk across it.Written 3 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lynn GWashington, UK261 contributionsConstructed in 1878 to overcome the need to descend and ascend the steep sides of the Lower Ouseburn Valley. 1878 for pedestrians, 1879 for raod traffic. A toll was charged for its use until 1895. Cost ÂŁ50,000 to build. Originally a toll bridge. Purchased by City Council in 1890 for ÂŁ107,500. Between 1878 and 1895 a toll of half a penny was charged for use of the brick bridge. Toll lifted 1895. In 1899 the bridge was widened from its original width of 9m to 15m.Written 27 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lynn GWashington, UK261 contributionsThe first Redheugh Bridge, built by Thomas Bouch, was opened in 1871. It needed to be replaced because of structural faults.
The second bridge, built by Sir William Arrol & Co, was opened on 13th August 1907.
The third and current Redheugh Bridge was built by Edmund Nuttall Ltd and opened on 18th May 1983 by Princess Diana.Written 15 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BibcayGateshead, UK4,306 contributionsMindblowing views of the bridges in newcastle when going across on a metro. Awesome engineering and I also love that it's blue as its unusual for a bridge.Written 2 September 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Neil KLiverpool, UK829,678 contributionsMy twin brother Stephen and I were heading to The Free Trade Inn and The Tyne Bar and this road bridge is above The Tyne Bar and brings you over to The Free Trade Inn.
A solid looking bridge over the Ouseburn, its probably an Edwardian era structure but there's been a river crossing here since the 17th century, the bridge looks cool,the brickwork fab ,its nice that you can enjoy a pint of real ale sat outside The Tyne Bar with the bridge as a lovely backdrop , most definitely well worth checking out if you're in the area of Ouseburn just off Newcastle Quayside.Written 15 October 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Mike2tripNewcastle upon Tyne, UK162 contributionsthe pictured bridge is the High level Bridge which actually was built by great Geordie engineer Robert Stephenson (son of Geordie railway pioneer George Stephenson) and completed 1849: it has a road on the lower level (which is floodlit) and the railway on the upper level and is Grade 1 heritage status (nb. the other review's text about the King Edward VII bridge is correct BUT it refers to the newer bridge which is upstream of the High Level)Written 13 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
