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Gateshead Millennium Bridge – Tyne Bridge loop from Dunston

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North East England

Gateshead Millennium Bridge – Tyne Bridge loop from Dunston

Hard

4.2

(5)

378

runners

Gateshead Millennium Bridge – Tyne Bridge loop from Dunston

01:38

15.8km

70m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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978 m

Saltmarsh Garden

Nature Reserve

3.76 km

Newcastle Quayside

Highlight • Settlement

Riverside

Tip by

4.14 km

Opened in 2001 to commemorate the new millennium, Gateshead Millennium Bridge is one of the iconic bridges spanning the River Tyne in Newcastle. The bridge is open for cyclists and pedestrians so be careful when it's busy. It's a lovely place to enjoy the sunset over the city, with the colours reflecting on the river.

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4.60 km

View of The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

Highlight • Viewpoint

great venue for music and concerts, looks brilliant when the sun goes down

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4.65 km

Gateshead Millennium Bridge and Sage Gateshead

Highlight • Bridge

Plenty of flat cycleways to take in the views of the Sage and bridges on Tyne

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4.80 km

Blaydon Race Start Line

Highlight • Rest Area

4.89 km

Tyne Bridge

Highlight • Monument

The Tyne Bridge is a defining symbol of Newcastle and an iconic landmark on the city landscape. The bridge was designed by the engineering firm Mott, Hay and Anderson, who later designed the Forth Road Bridge, and was officially opened on October 10, 1928, by King George V.

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6.27 km

View of Newcastle's bridges over the River Tyne

Highlight • Historical Site

Newcastle upon Tyne is known for its impressive series of bridges that span the River Tyne, connecting the city to Gateshead. Within a distance of just 1.5 kilometers, you'll find seven bridges, each with its own unique character and history. The Tyne Bridge, built in 1928, is the city's iconic symbol, recognizable by its large steel arch and Art Deco style. The High Level Bridge, built in 1849, is an engineering marvel with two levels for rail and road traffic. The Swing Bridge, built in 1876, still rotates to allow ships to pass. Modern additions include the Millennium Bridge, a tilting pedestrian bridge that opens elegantly like a wink. Together, these bridges tell the story of Newcastle's industrial past, architectural innovation, and urban connectivity.

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6.99 km

View across the River Tyne to the Staithes.

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great run along the Tyne - did it as part of Day 3 of running Hadrians Wall.

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15.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

1.84 km

964 m

591 m

274 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.69 km

5.84 km

133 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 20 August

17°C

7°C

51 %

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