May 8, 2023 · There is plenty to enjoy in the present across Newcastle, but the city also has a rich history thanks to its position on the Tyne. Take a look at these old photos from across the city and see how much has changed in the years between then and now.

Jul 31, 2013 · View old pictures of Newcastle upon Tyne including: Grey's Monument, the Theatre Royal, the Bigg Market and Eldon Square

The Local Studies photographic collection consists of over 80,000 photographs, prints and postcards representing the social, recreational and working lives of the region, from the birth of...

Feb 3, 2024 · From the destruction of the Great Fire of Newcastle to the old pubs that no longer stand let's look back at the Quayside's history. The Tyne pub, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, 1982 | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries.

A round up of all the pages of old photos featured on this site. Click on the link or the image to be taken to that page.

Enjoy a glimpse of history through old images of the Quayside in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, UK. Set against the River Tyne and facing across to Gateshead, Newcastle’s historic Quayside has been transformed from an industrial transport centre into a hub for culture and leisure. St Anne’s Church Newcastle upon Tyne c1770.

Hello and welcome to my photographs of Newcastle Upon Tyne, England and surrounding areas. Mostly I like to document our historic buildings and the ever increasing pace of change here in Newcastle but there are also many photos of our iconic bridges, parks, statues and pretty much whatever I find interesting.

The physical archive, based at the west end library, consists of 50,000+ photos (always growing), we are working as fast as we can to put it online. New pictures are always welcome. We're only open on Monday 10am-3:30pm, but we will still answer emails and try to help you find photos and information, so please contact us.

Jun 11, 2024 · Let’s take a trip through Newcastle’s past with 17 retro photos. How much do you think Newcastle has changed in 30 years? What about 40? Or even 50? To help you out we’ve put together a collection of photos that span the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s including a famous Newcastle United sight.

Enjoy a glimpse of history through old images of Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Old photo postcard of Neville Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, England. Image: Mark Crombie/Flikr