<p>Once Europe’s largest wooden staiths, this 1893 coal transport hub peaked in the 1920s before closing in 1980. This proud symbol of Gateshead’s industrial era is now open to public in the summer months. </p>

Once Europe’s largest wooden staiths, this 1893 coal transport hub peaked in the 1920s before closing in 1980. This proud symbol of Gateshead’s industrial era is now open to public in the summer months.

Dunston Staiths

The Tyne Derwent Way is a 9 mile trail connecting the centre of Gateshead with the Derwent Valley. The picturesque route begins at St Mary's Heritage Centre before running along the Tyne, past Gateshead Riverside Park, Dunston Staiths, through the Derwent Valley, and Land of Oak and Iron and finishing at the National Trust estate, Gibside.

Together we will hear stories on the area from those that know it best. We have interviewed local people, historians, volunteers and those working in the area, and they’ve shared with us their fascinating insights and memories.

Happy listening.

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The Tyne Derwent Way is a 9 mile trail connecting the centre of Gateshead with the Derwent Valley. The picturesque route begins at St Mary's Heritage Centre before running along the Tyne, past Gateshead Riverside Park, Dunston Staiths, through the Derwent Valley, and Land of Oak and Iron and finishing at the National Trust estate, Gibside. Together we will hear stories on the area from those that know it best. We have interviewed local people, historians, volunteers and those working in the area, and they’ve shared with us their fascinating insights and memories. Happy listening.

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Dunston Staiths

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