Which flyover is closed in Newcastle?

Closed flyover to be demolished 'by end of year' The A167 Gateshead flyover was shut in December after an inspection found it was unsafe for traffic. Engineers found several issues including water retention, flooding and damaged concrete.

Which flyover is closed in Newcastle-upon-Tyne?

Doomed flyover missed key safety test for 28 years. A key safety test was not conducted for 28 years on a major flyover now condemned and awaiting demolition after crumbling concrete was discovered. The A167 Gateshead Highway flyover, which dates to the 1960s, was suddenly closed in December 2024 due to safety concerns ...

Is the Gateshead flyover still closed?

00:00Gateshead flyover closed in December 2024 over fears it could collapse. 00:06Demolition was due to start in 2025, but that timetable has now slipped. 00:19to give safe access to the central section of the flyover. 00:27must be carried out extremely carefully due to asbestos.

What roads are closed in Newcastle for the Great North Run?

Travelling by car. There will be several road closures the day before the run and during, including the A167 Central Motorway where the run starts, as well as the Tyne Bridge. Bents Park Road - closed from Sea Way to Mowbray Road from 02:45 on Sunday until 17:30.

Is the Gateshead flyover being demolished?

The Gateshead Flyover has stood empty for more than a year after closing in December 2024 over fears it could collapse. It was announced in October that the structure would start coming down early this year and be largely demolished by May.

Newcastle's ABANDONED MOTORWAY - The Gateshead Flyover Soon To Be Demolished & Consigned To History

Is Terminal 1 being demolished?

Parts of the terminal have already been demolished, but the full teardown is tied to Heathrow's next major step: expanding Terminal 2. Before that can happen, a new state-of-the-art baggage system must be completed in T2. That project is already underway and will allow the old infrastructure to finally be retired.

Is the Gateshead flyover closure causes significant metro disruption lasting into the New Year?

Metro disruption due to Gateshead flyover closure to continue into the New Year. Tyne and Wear Metro operator Nexus has today (23 December) confirmed that the disruption to its train services caused by the closure of the Gateshead flyover will continue until at least the New Year.

How long will the A46 be closed?

The A46 has seen various closures for the HS2 project, with the major three-week full closure near Kenilworth ending on May 1, 2025, and the bypass reopening fully around April 30, 2025; however, ongoing maintenance means there are always temporary lane or overnight closures, like some in October 2025 and new overnight closures near Bath from January to March 2026, so you must check live travel updates for specific locations and times. 

How long will the A38 be closed?

One-way road closure from 18 July to 12 December 2025

During this time, westbound vehicles will not be able to access the A38 from Stoke Road. However, pedestrian access will remain via the southern footway.

Which flyover is closed in Gateshead?

The A167 Gateshead Highway flyover has been closed since December over fears it could crumble away and it is due to be demolished.

What's happening on the Tyne Bridge?

They are performing a major, £32 million restoration on the Tyne Bridge, including steel and concrete repairs, grit blasting, repainting with a durable system, waterproofing the deck, improving drainage, and replacing bridge joints, all to prepare it for its centenary in 2028 while managing significant scaffolding and lane closures.
 

What is the easiest marathon in the UK?

For the easiest marathon in the UK, the Manchester Marathon is often cited for its incredibly flat course, great crowd support, and beginner-friendly atmosphere, making it ideal for first-timers or PB-chasers, alongside other flat options like the Newport Marathon and Boston (UK) Marathon. These races offer fast, largely flat routes with excellent infrastructure and enthusiastic spectators, helping runners achieve their goals.
 

What is the slowest marathon ever run?

The slowest marathon runner is Shizo Kanakuri, a Japanese Olympian who holds the Guinness World Record for the longest marathon completion time: 54 years, 8 months, 6 days, 5 hours, 32 minutes, and 20.3 seconds, after officially finishing the 1912 Stockholm Olympic marathon course in 1967, decades after he'd stopped ...

What is the toughest run in the UK?

The toughest run in the UK is widely considered to be the Montane Winter Spine Race, a brutal 268-mile non-stop ultramarathon along the Pennine Way in winter, battling snow, ice, and extreme weather, but the Dragon's Back Race in Wales and other demanding ultras like the Arc of Attrition and Hardmoors also rank as exceptionally tough challenges. 

What are they doing on the A46?

About the project

The roundabouts at Farndon and Winthorpe will be enlarged and partially signalised, while the Cattle Market roundabout will be grade separated by elevating the A46. Access to the A1 to / from A46 will also be improved by upgrading the Brownhill and Friendly Farmer roundabouts.

Why did Newcastle get a Metro?

The origins of Metro date back to 1971 and a document called 'The Transport Plan for the 1980s'. This came up with a rail solution to give commuters a modern, fast and reliable route into the heart of Newcastle, a solution that would beat growing congestion around the Tyne bridges and tunnels – Metro was born.

How rough is Gateshead?

Gateshead has a mixed reputation, considered to have some rough areas with higher crime rates, particularly in the town center and certain wards like Felling, but also good spots with friendly people and easy access to green spaces, meaning its 'roughness' varies significantly by location, with police initiatives showing some success in tackling anti-social behavior. 

Is the Metro running to Newcastle airport?

Yes, the Tyne and Wear Metro runs directly to Newcastle Airport, with trains connecting from the city centre (Haymarket, Monument, Central Station) to the terminal in about 25 minutes, operating from early morning (around 5:30 AM) until midnight, 7 days a week, with frequent services.