Bus passengers in Jesmond Vale face almost two weeks of disruption from today (Thursday, October 29th) as Stagecoach services 32 and 32A are diverted during roadworks. The buses will bypass Jesmond Vale until Friday, November 13th, while Springbank Road and parts of Goldspink Lane are
A member of Newcastle Cycling Campaign has welcomed Newcastle City Council’s revised plans for Jesmond Dene Road, saying he would be happy to use the proposed route. Tony Waterston, who is also a member of Space for Jesmond, a cycling and pedestrian campaign group, said
Newcastle City Council has revised its plans for Jesmond Dene Road following feedback from residents and businesses during an earlier consultation – a further public consultation is due to open on October 26th. The scheme includes proposed changes to cycle routes, pedestrian crossings, junctions and
Concerns surrounding women’s safety in public spaces continue to dominate national debate, with a survey from the Office for National Statistics finding that half of women feel unsafe walking alone after dark. YouGov has also surveyed the population to find how unsafe British women feel
A damaged Jesmond Metro platform is set to remain closed until the middle of January.
In Jesmond, busy streets and narrow school drop-off zones are making cycling increasingly hazardous. Yet the very programme designed to teach children to cycle safely is in sharp decline across Newcastle. Bikeability is a national scheme created to give children the skills and confidence to
A new walking advent calendar featuring 24 festive window displays has launched across Jesmond, with organisers aiming to boost community spirit and support local businesses throughout December. Organisers reveal a different decorated window each day and update the online map to help residents follow the
Residents in Jesmond say repeated delays and unclear guidance around the Tankerville Terrace footbridge have left them confused, frustrated, and worried about safety, as Newcastle City Council has confirmed permanent repair work will only begin today – November 24th. The bridge, which links Norham Place
A popular Jesmond footbridge is closed with delays expected as safety repairs are set to begin…
Jesmond’s bus services face uncertainty after the government raised the price cap on single journeys this month (January 2025) from £2 to £3. While the move forms part of a £1 billion national investment in public transport, some residents in Jesmond fear it could mark