Tyne And Wear Collection (page 8)

Newcastle Skyline circa 1936

An unusual view of Scotswood Bridge, Newcastle, from one of the towers. Pictured, the bridge before it was widened to meet the needs of present day traffic. 6th December 1930

Telephonist school: - Pupils receiving instructions on the operation of the switchboard at the school for telephone operators at Telephone House, Newcastle. 6th March 1937

A busy scene at the Food Control Office, Newcastle as volunteer workers prepare food ration ration cards 14th October 1939

Musician Dave Black at Impulse studios in Wallsend. 27th January 1995

A group of boys and men looking at a motorcycle during the Tyneside Summer Exhibition. Exhibition Park, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, 24th August 1963

The aerial chair ride at the Hoppings fair, held on the Town Moor in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. 25th June 1947

Youngsters on the Roundabout ride at the Hoppings fair, held on the Town Moor in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. 21st June 1975

Roll up, Roll up, cries the barker at the Hoppings fair. Held on the Town Moor in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. 25th June 1960

Fun seekers try their skill at one of the sideshows at the Hoppings fair, held on the Town Moor in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. 19th June 1951

One of the shows at the Hoppings fair, held on the Town Moor in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. Circa 1957

Jimmy Elliott and his girlfriend Marion Sloan at Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear. 14th September 1960

A workman drilling holes in one of the bedstones on the Gateshead abutment for the bearings of the steel girders of the new Tyne Bridge

The construction of the new Tyne Bridge. Tyne and Wear, 17th March 1927

Princess Margaret officially opens the Eldon Garden Shopping Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. 17th November 1989

Exterior view of the construction of Eldon Garden Shopping Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. 15th July 1988

Eldon Garden Shopping Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. Centre Manager Mr Albion Small is pictured on the main escalator below the impressive dome as workmen put the finishing touches to

Exterior view of Eldon Garden Shopping Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. 20th February 1989

The largest and oldest boys club in Sunderland is the Lambton Street boys fellowship centre where they accept boys from 8 to 18 years of age. In some cases they accept them even younger

Two wheelchair champions from the Percy Hedley School in Newcastle show off the cup which the region won at the third National Spastic Games

Percy Hedley School with their medals galore. 12 members competed in the second National Spastics Society Games held at Stoke Mandeville

Newcastle United footballers, Tommy Knox, Ron McGarry, Jim Iley and Ollie Burton join in an archery contest with the children of the Percy Hedley School at Forest Hall, Newcastle. 3rd May 1966

Whitley Bay promenade, Tyne and Wear. 20th July 1961

A crowded Whitley Bay beach, Tyne and Wear. 7th August 1961

All-day sunshine brought out the biggest mid-week crowds for several years to Whitley Bay yesterday. Pictured is a section of the 20

St. Marys Lighthouse in Whitley Bay, Tyne & Wear. 27th July 1952

Holiday scenes at Whitley Bay in North Tyneside, Tyne and Wear. 13th August 1949

In an endeavour to take the church to the people, a church service, complete with choir, is held in one of Newcastle-On-Tynes main streets, Tyne and Wear. Immediately after evening service at St

Congestion in Clayton Street, central Newcastle, Tyne and Wear. Lorries wait in the street in an effort to reach the Green market. 7th July 1955

Tomorrow, North Housing Groups first new build scheme will be completed at Blackfell, Washington New Town. The occasion will be marked at 2.30pm by a tree planting ceremony

Quite a Key of the door party was in store for Roy and Evelyn Gilbert when they went round their new home yesterday. As a result of the terraced house in Raby Road, Ox Close, Washington, being 10

Split level housing at Donwell Village, Washington. 3rd May 1972

A specially designed coal-fired boiler house servicing 673 flats in Edith Avenue Estate, Washington New Town. It supplies central heating and hot water through three boilers using 3

Mrs Elsie Hedley, pictured outside her space age home in Thetford, Glebe Village, Washington. The homes, designed with the intention of keeping energy consumption to a minimum

A view of Walker Road, Walker, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. Visible in the background is a gas holder. 16th January 1961

The end of the line. Four Lane ends, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear. Engineers worked through the night to complete the biggest changeover in the history of public transport in Newcastle

Busways Blue Riband Fleet, Tyne and Wear. Circa 1993

Bus trials on the Quayside. Trial driver Vic Bond. Close-up showing the accuracy of the guidance system. Newcastle upon Tyne, 29th May 1996

The Horse bus crossing the High Level Bridge, Newcastle. 23rd January 1931

Buses in New Bridge Street, Newcastle. 14th July 1970

Newcastle Trolley Bus, two people can pass easily in the gangway of this new bus. This is the first of 20 delivered to the Newcastle Coporation and intended for the new Gosforth route

Buses in Grainger Street, Newcastle. 14th July 1970

16ib Chocolate Egg, on sale at Fenwicks, Newcastle, costing 50 pounds, pictured with a young, Graham McCormick, 12th March 1979

Audrea Thompson prays by the cross mounted on Tunstall Hill, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. 5th April 1980

Witness procession, makes its way to Greys Monument in Newcastle, Tyne and Wear. Circa 1980

All smiles as the Northumberland Plate winner New Brig, with Norman Strike, is led in at Gosforth Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. 25th June 1960

Boxer not Biggles Anna the 3 years old Boxer dog who was picked to act on stage for the Sunderland flying clubs. Tyne and Wear, October 1981 P000179

Northumberland Street, Newcastle, Tynesides premier shopping area in a pre-World War One picture, Circa 1900

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Tyne and Wear, England. From the iconic bridges that span the River Tyne in Newcastle-upon-Tyne to the breathtaking views along the tidal causeway leading to St. Marys Island and Lighthouse at dusk, this region is a visual feast for all. Immerse yourself in the charm of Whitley Bay as you witness the incoming tide engulfing the causeway, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. Seaburn Lighthouse and Beach in Sunderland offer a serene escape with its picturesque surroundings. As night falls, marvel at the illuminated Tyne Bridge, casting a magical glow over Tyne and Wear's landscape. Don't miss out on encountering Antony Gormley's awe-inspiring Angel of the North sculpture in Gateshead, an iconic symbol of this vibrant area. Take a stroll along Quayside in Newcastle upon Tyne during dusk for an unforgettable view towards Tyne Bridge over River Tyne. And if you're looking for some history mixed with good cheer, visit The Emperor Hadrian pub at Battle Hill or admire The Sage and Millennium Bridges at night in Gateshead/Newcastle upon Tyne. With its rich heritage and stunning landmarks, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.