Newport Bridge is a striking industrial feature spanning the River Tees. Opened in 1934, it was originally built from steel and concrete as a vertical lift bridge. Although it no longer lifts, it still carries traffic over the river. It was designed by the same company who created the Tyne Bridge in Newcastle and Sydney Harbour Bridge in Australia.

Watch out for the pot holes – there are quite a few.

Josh Hindmarsh

October 25, 2018

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watch out for the pot holes

Grace Mulligan

September 25, 2024

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This is a vertical lift bridge that spans the River Tees and connects middlesbrough and Stockon on Tees. It opened in 1934 and was designed by Mott, Hay and Anderson and built by the Cleveland Bridge & Engineering Company. It was constructed to allow large ships to pass underneath.

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Newport Bridge – Infinity Bridge loop from James Cook

29.7km

01:49

80m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Newport Bridge – Victoria Bridge (River Tees) loop from Eaglescliffe

34.7km

02:07

90m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Tees Barrage – Newport Bridge loop from Redcar East

48.2km

02:53

120m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 70 m

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Tuesday 5 May

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Location: Middlesbrough, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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Newport Bridge

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Newport Bridge – Infinity Bridge loop from James Cook

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Newport Bridge – Victoria Bridge (River Tees) loop from Eaglescliffe

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Tees Barrage – Newport Bridge loop from Redcar East

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