Cycle or walk under the River Tyne

Discover the newly-restored Pedestrian and Cyclist Tunnels between Howdon and Jarrow. Travel back in time to the 1950s when the Tunnels first opened, creating a vital link for thousands of Tynesiders working in the shipyards and factories along the River Tyne.

Enjoy the experience of cycling or walking under the river – without getting your feet or tyres wet! And it’s free! Explore the attractions of North Tyneside, South Tyneside and beyond. Keep fit. Go green.

Joe

September 5, 2024

Mountain biking

There is a lift to the right hand side going towards south shields

diablotourer

October 13, 2025

Mountain biking

Not often you get to cycle under a river. Much shorter than you think

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1. The Cycle Hub Newcastle – Willington Dene Viaduct loop from Jarrow

23.0km

01:17

150m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Felling Bypass Path – Leaf-Shaped Drinking Fountains loop from North Shields

49.2km

03:27

450m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Gateshead Millennium Bridge – The Cycle Hub Newcastle loop from Chichester

36.3km

02:00

230m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 60 m

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Tyne Pedestrian and Cycle Tunnel

1. The Cycle Hub Newcastle – Willington Dene Viaduct loop from Jarrow

2. Felling Bypass Path – Leaf-Shaped Drinking Fountains loop from North Shields

3. Gateshead Millennium Bridge – The Cycle Hub Newcastle loop from Chichester

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