Parking, roads and transport
Changes to road layouts in Gateshead Town Centre
We are making a number of changes to road layouts within Gateshead town centre. This is to:
- prepare for major changes associated with air quality which will significantly affect vehicle access to the Tyne Bridge
- improve cycling and walking links between Gateshead and Newcastle and the Quays
- limit the flows of through-traffic through Gateshead town centre

Information on car parks and on-street parking, parking tickets, permits, badges and more.

See live incidents, closures, diversions and roadworks on our interactive map of Gateshead.

Report a problem or find information on road closures, signage, works and more.

Information on bus lanes, bus lane enforcement and PCNs.

Learn more about the Local Transport Plan, the NE Road Safety Project and other activities.

Report a road or footpath problem.

Learn about public rights of way in Gateshead, as well as dog walking, green land and more.

Learn how we ensure that resources for highway maintenance are used to maximum effect.

A list of recently completed and upcoming highways programmes and schemes throughout Gateshead.