Tyne And Wear Metro Collection

Part of Gallowgate, Newcastle, flattened to make way for the new St. James Station. 22nd June 1976

Construction of Monument Station, Newcastle. 6th January 1978

Queen Elizabeth II with Sir James Steel at the the Gateshead Metro. 6th November 1981

Birds eye view of Monument Station, Newcastle. 6th January 1978

The Queen waits while Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh takes in a Metro tram driving lesson. 6th November 1981

Metro tunnel breaking - John Thorkildson (2nd right) with foreman Les Robinson, Councillor Jack Richardson and Councillor Scott Batey. 25th February 1977

Tyneside Metro, Ouseburn Viaduct. 27th June 1979

Construction of Jesmond Station, Newcastle. 30th March 1976

At St James Station, Newcastle, men are working by hand to dog out the start of the second tunnel. 20th February 1979

At the Central Station the whole of the Eastern part of the portico is being dismantled so that the foundations can be strengthened to take the new underground station. 8th August 1977

Civic VIPs at the Metro opening. They include Coun. Hugh Carling, Mayor of South Shields; Coun, Michael Campbell, leader of Tyne and Wear County Council; Coun

Manors Station, Newcastle, where a metro station begins to enter the city underground. 4th January 1978

Construction of the Ouseburn Viaduct, Tyneside Metro. 9th November 1977

Construction of the Tyneside Metro. 9th November 1977

A Metro train crosses the Tynes newest bridge for the first time, 90 feet above the river. 19th June 1981

The new Gateshead metro station, which is nearing completion. 19th September 1980

The entrance to the escalator shaft at Monument Station, Newcastle. 7th January 1978

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh attend the opening of the Tyneside Metro. 6th November 1981

Construction of the Tyneside metro. 22nd May 1975

Peter South, sub agent for Mowlem, and Neville Harrison, of Mott Hay and Anderson, consulting engineers welcome tunnelling miners at the Metro link-up under Eldon Square, Newcastle. 5th September 1979

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"Unveiling the Tyne and Wear Metro: A Journey through Time" Step back in time as we explore the captivating history of the iconic Tyne and Wear Metro. Witness the transformation of Gallowgate, Newcastle, as it was flattened to pave the way for the magnificent new St. James Station. The year was a turning point - 1978 marked not only construction but also the birth of Monument Station, an architectural marvel that continues to stand tall today. In a moment frozen in time, Queen Elizabeth II graced Gateshead Metro alongside Sir James Steel on November 6th, 1981. This royal visit symbolized an era of progress and innovation for Tyneside's transportation system. From high above Monument Station, captured on January 6th, 1978, one could truly appreciate its grandeur against Newcastle's skyline. The Tyne and Wear Metro became more than just a means of transport; it became ingrained in local culture. Prince Philip observed with curiosity as he waited for a Metro tram to pass by while Her Majesty patiently stood beside him – a charming snapshot etched into our memories forever. Behind-the-scenes glimpses reveal dedicated workers like John Thorkildson breaking ground during tunnel construction alongside foreman Les Robinson – their tireless efforts shaping this remarkable network beneath our feet. Ouseburn Viaduct stands proud since June 27th, 1979 - an engineering feat connecting communities across Tyneside. Journeying further back in time reveals Jesmond Station under construction on March 30th, 1976 - laying foundations for future generations' commutes and adventures alike. Meanwhile at St James Station men tirelessly dug out its beginnings by hand – testament to their determination to bring this vision to life. Even Central Station witnessed change as its portico underwent dismantling - making space for progress without compromising its historic charm.