In early 2024, refurbishment works will move onto the main bridge deck of the Tyne Bridge in the North East, marking the next stage of restoration works which will cost £32m. These works are vital as the bridge is showing visible signs of deterioration and its heritage needs to be preserved ahead of its centenary in 2028. Engineers will begin main structural repairs of the Gateshead side of the bridge next to the tower, and major travel disruption is anticipated during this four-year ambitious programme. To accommodate lane closures, capacity will be halved on the Tyne bridge – a route that can be used by up to 70,000 vehicles a day. Therefore, Newcastle City Council and Gateshead Council advise travelers to plan ahead and switch to public transport if possible. The start date for this next stage is dependent on the government releasing £41.4m funds for both the Tyne Bridge and central motorway schemes, which were confirmed in summer 2022.
Cllr Nick Kemp, Leader of Newcastle City Council, emphasized the importance of the Tyne Bridge, which serves not only as a defining symbol of the North East but also as a major gateway to the city, playing a key role on the strategic highways network. The restoration work is thus critical. Mitigation measures have been implemented to help keep the city moving during the restoration period. However, the public needs to be aware of the disruption caused by the works and to follow the travel advice given by the councils. If possible, switching to public transport or walking and cycling would greatly alleviate the anticipated heavy congestion on all approaches to the Tyne Bridge on both Newcastle and Gateshead sides.
Councillor Martin Gannon, Leader of Gateshead Council, acknowledged the impact that the restoration work would have on the transport network and urged everyone who loves the bridge to help minimize the disruption. While the Tyne Bridge is reduced to one lane in each direction to safeguard the workforce and the public during the main bridge deck restoration, the Quayside is also expected to be busy, as people seek to use the Swing Bridge.
To summarize, the restoration work on the Tyne Bridge symbolizes the region’s rich heritage and is a key investment in the future. While disruption is inevitable, it is vital to preserve the bridge’s symbolic significance for future generations. Therefore, planning ahead, following travel advice, and using public transport or walking and cycling when possible would be greatly appreciated.
In early 2024, refurbishment works will move onto the main bridge deck of the Tyne Bridge in the North East, marking the next stage of restoration works which will cost £32m. These works are vital as the bridge is showing visible signs of deterioration and its heritage needs to be preserved ahead of its centenary in 2028. Engineers will begin main structural repairs of the Gateshead side of the bridge next to the tower, and major travel disruption is anticipated during this four-year ambitious programme. To accommodate lane closures, capacity will be halved on the Tyne bridge – a route that can be used by up to 70,000 vehicles a day. Therefore, Newcastle City Council and Gateshead Council advise travelers to plan ahead and switch to public transport if possible. The start date for this next stage is dependent on the government releasing £41.4m funds for both the Tyne Bridge and central motorway schemes, which were confirmed in summer 2022.
Cllr Nick Kemp, Leader of Newcastle City Council, emphasized the importance of the Tyne Bridge, which serves not only as a defining symbol of the North East but also as a major gateway to the city, playing a key role on the strategic highways network. The restoration work is thus critical. Mitigation measures have been implemented to help keep the city moving during the restoration period. However, the public needs to be aware of the disruption caused by the works and to follow the travel advice given by the councils. If possible, switching to public transport or walking and cycling would greatly alleviate the anticipated heavy congestion on all approaches to the Tyne Bridge on both Newcastle and Gateshead sides.
Councillor Martin Gannon, Leader of Gateshead Council, acknowledged the impact that the restoration work would have on the transport network and urged everyone who loves the bridge to help minimize the disruption. While the Tyne Bridge is reduced to one lane in each direction to safeguard the workforce and the public during the main bridge deck restoration, the Quayside is also expected to be busy, as people seek to use the Swing Bridge.
To summarize, the restoration work on the Tyne Bridge symbolizes the region’s rich heritage and is a key investment in the future. While disruption is inevitable, it is vital to preserve the bridge’s symbolic significance for future generations. Therefore, planning ahead, following travel advice, and using public transport or walking and cycling when possible would be greatly appreciated.
