Where is Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge?

Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TS2 1PL), in the parish of Middlesbrough, unparished area.

How do I get to Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge?

The nearest railway station is Middlesbrough, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode TS2 1PL.

Who owns Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge?

Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge is owned by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council and Middlesbrough Council.

Is Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge a protected site?

Yes — Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge is part of the Teesmouth and Cleveland Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Is Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge free to visit?

Yes, Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge is free to enter.

How do I get to Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge?

The nearest railway station is Middlesbrough, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TS2 1PL.

Historic bridges · North East England

Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge

In or near Middlesbrough.

Free admission

Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge in England North East, United Kingdom.

Autumn sunset approaches - geograph.org.uk - 5980558 — James T M Towill — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station: Middlesbrough · 0.7 km

Free entry
Family-friendly
Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

The nearest railway station to Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge is Middlesbrough, located 0.7 km away. The postcode for the bridge is TS2 1PL, and entry is free.

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Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge is a place of interest in England North East, United Kingdom — drawn from open-data sources for visitor reference. See the linked Wikipedia article for the full description.

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Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: Teesmouth and Cleveland Coast SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

The Tees Transporter Bridge, also referred to as the Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge or, locally, as The Transporter, is a bridge over the River Tees in northern England. The northern side is in Port Clarence (Stockton-on-Tees) and the southern side is in Middlesbrough. It is grade II* listed and the longest existing transporter in the world. Its winch house and piers are grade II listed. It is the furthest downstream bridge crossing over the river. It is classed as the A178 road, the road between Middlesbrough and Hartlepool. The bridge carries a travelling 'car,' or 'gondola,' suspended below the fixed structure, across the river in 90 seconds. The gondola can carry 200 people, nine cars, or six cars and one minibus. The bridge has not been operational since 2019 due to safety concerns. A refurbishment scheme is currently being developed, with works on site expected to start in 2027 and completed by 2032, subject to funding.

Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.

Background

Visiting

During the First World War, Middlesbrough was bombed by the Zeppelin L 11 in April 1916. During the Second World War, the superstructure of the bridge was hit by a bomb. In 1953, the gondola got stuck halfway. While it was stuck, gale force winds lashed water to within inches of it; despite this, the bridge continued to operate. In 1961, the bridge was painted blue. In December 1993, the bridge was awarded the Institution of Mechanical Engineers' highest honour, the Heritage Plaque, for engineering excellence, in recognition of the council's efforts in keeping the bridge in good working order. Its historical importance was also recognised in 1985 by its listing as a Grade II* Listed…

Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Coordinates: 54.5844, -1.2280
District: Middlesbrough
Parish: Middlesbrough, unparished area
Postcode: TS2 1PL
Parliamentary constituency: Middlesbrough and Thornaby East
Nearest railway station: Middlesbrough — 0.7 km
Opening: 17 October 1911
Official site: www.middlesbrough.gov.uk

Sources

wikidata: Q2254610 (CC0)
wikipedia: Tees Transporter Bridge (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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