Transporter Bridge and Visitor Centre
The only working bridge of its kind in England. This unique structure dominates the Middlesbrough skyline was originally designed to allow tall ships to pass underneath. It opened in 1911 and can still carry 9 cars or 200 people on each crossing. Gantry system. The Visitor Information Centre promotes the history of the bridge and surrounding area through the use of graphic panels, video, computers, objects and models. (Contact for opening times of Centre.) Shop on site. Call 01642 247 563 to find out if the bridge is open or closed.
Dates
| Open All Year |
|---|
* Bridge Opening times 2009 - 2 Jan-31 Dec, Mon-Fri, 0700-2100, Sat, 1100-1730, Sun, 1400-1730,bank hols, 0700-2100.
Visitor Centre - contact for details
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Full ground tour | £1.50 per ticket type |
| Full ground tour | £1.50 per ticket type |
| Full tour | £2.50 per ticket type |
| Full tour | £2.50 per ticket type |
| Pedestrian tariff over bridge | £0.50 per ticket type |
| Vehicle tariff over bridge | £1.00 per ticket type |
| Visitor Centre | Free |
| Visitor Centre | Free |
| Walk to top of bridge | £2.50 per ticket type |
| Walk to top of bridge | £2.50 per ticket type |
Note: Confirm prices at time of booking.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A66. Take the A66 to Middlesbrough. At Hartington interchange turn left over Metz Bridge into North Road A178, turn left into Snowdon Road, at roundabout take 3rd exit into Vulcan Street at junction with Ferry Road turn left then first right along A178 to Ferry Road and the Transporter.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Middlesbrough Station. Exit the station onto Bridge Street West, turn right and walk to the junction with Albert Road. Turn left and walk to Ferry Road.
Facilities
Provider Features
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction - Visitor Centre
- Outdoor Attraction - Bookings can be made to climb the bridge.
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Hearing loop in visitor centre.
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Some braille labels.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Payment Methods
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.
- Max group size - 30
- Min group size - 1
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times - Call to book an appointment.
Provider Facilities
- Conference facilities
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Marketed Towards Families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Compulsory for Groups
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Contact Information
Middlesbrough
Tees Valley
TS2 1PL
Tel: +44 01642 728162
Fax: +44 01642 728957
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