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Join us as we raise a glass to the region's iconic landmark on its 97th birthday!
The Tyne Bridge is an icon locally, nationally, and across the world, as a symbol of the region’s strength, pride, and industrial heritage.
The aim of the Tyne Bridge Day is to host a series of events which celebrate the cultural importance of this landmark, along with the part it has played in people’s lives for 100 years.
This day is even more special here at The Sunshine Fund, as we share the same birthday and our charity's origin dates all the way back to the opening of the famous bridge.
A tale as old as the Tyne...
In August 1925 - the Newcastle and Gateshead Joint Bridges Committee began construction of the Tyne Bridge, a bridge that would stand as a monument to engineering, as well as a representing a promise to local people of connection, opportunity, and regional progress.
On 10th October 1928 - the new Tyne Bridge was opened by King George V and Queen Mary, welcoming 20,000 school children and members of the public to the ceremony. The King and Queen recognised the challenges faced by local children and donated £15 to fund a seaside trip.
This simple act of generosity was the beginning of The Chronicle Sunshine Fund, which is why today, we are proud to introduce the first ever Tyne Bridge Day – an opportunity to celebrate the bridge as not only a local landmark, but as a symbol of regional pride, unity and community spirit.
09:00 - 11:00: Quay Connections ⛅
Are you ready to build bridges and make new connections?
Join us for our Tyne Bridge Day launch event at Pitcher & Piano and enjoy a brew, breakfast, and plenty of business networking – all to celebrate 100 years since construction started on the Tyne Bridge (and 97 years since it opened to the public).
This exclusive event celebrates our iconic bridge, while bringing together people and businesses to build and develop old and new connections.
As well as the opportunity to network, you’ll hear about the history and the future of one of the world’s most famous bridges.
🎫 Free to attend - booking is essential as this is a ticketed event
📌 Pitcher & Piano, Newcastle Quayside
💛 £5 optional donation to The Sunshine Fund - can be made payable on the day
☕ Entry includes breakfast and a brew
🍴 Please advise of any dietary requirements at least 7 days prior to the event
🌟 Quay Connections is proudly sponsored by Progressive Legal Solutions 🌟
12:00 - 13:30: Talk of the Tyne 🌞
Is your Tyne Bridge knowledge a bit rusty? Want to be the Tyne Bridge Buff in your office?
Join us on our Tyne Bridge Tour and explore all there is to know about its tales, truths, and timeline.
This riveting quayside walk will guide you along the journey of the Bridge’s history, the importance to the region, and its cultural significance for almost 100 years.
And of course there’ll be the chance to steel a selfie too.
🎫 £10 pp
📌 Start: Newcastle Quayside, across the road from The Hooch, NE1 3DE
🏁 Finish: Lombard Street, NE1 3AE
🚶🏻♂️ Distance: approximately 1.5 miles
👟 Walk is on footpaths and includes some stepped areas – please wear appropriate footwear
💨 Limited capacity so be quick
From 17:30: Tyne Bridge Birthday Bash 🌙
The official Tyne Bridge birthday party.
Tucked under the iconic arches of the Tyne Bridge, join us to celebrate 97 years of our favourite local landmark, and the Bridge that marked the beginning of The Chronicle Sunshine Fund.
We’ll be celebrating in steel with curated cocktails, local anthems, and, of course, birthday cake.
Like the Tyne Bridge on a Monday morning – it’ll take you a while to get over this.
📌 Lock and Quay. Pipewellgate, Gateshead, NE8 2BJ
🎫 £5 entry - includes a welcome drink and free entry to our prize draw
🌟 Contact us for larger group bookings - hello@thesunshinefund.org