Must Visit: The Tyne Cyclist and Pedestrian Tunnel

Explore North Shields I Love North Shields - April 14, 2024

Here’s a concise and engaging excerpt for **Something for the Weekend**: --- Beneath the River Tyne lies a unique piece of history—the Tyne Cyclist and Pedestrian Tunnel. Opened in 1951 as Britain’s first purpose-built cycling tunnel, it links Howdon and Jarrow with twin passages for walkers and cyclists. With original 1950s wooden escalators and Grade II listed status, this 270-meter tunnel remains a remarkable blend of engineering heritage and modern-day utility.

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The Chase – Nina Valkhoff’s wall mural for Elevation

Caroline Oswald - July 13, 2025

Discover Nina Valkhoff’s mural, The Chase, located on Norfolk Street. Created for the Elevation Mural Festival, it captures an underwater chase between two gannets and a cormorant, reflecting the dynamic marine life where the River Tyne meets the North Sea. Part of our complete guide to the Elevation Wall Murals. Meet the artists and explore the stories behind this creative town-wide project.

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