Archive for August, 2009
Today’s pic was taken by Mark Watson. It’s taken from South Shields so technically well out of the bounds of Newcastle and encroaching on Curly‘s territory (btw, he’s ending his blog soon and starting another here; do pop by!). But it’s a beautiful shot, so I’m using it anyway 
Something completely different today. This pic of Monument by night was taken by Chris Wilkins, who is a much much better photographer than me.
Two pictures from Mo today; she has a daily photo journal here. It’s far more terrifying than this; she takes the photos the same day as she posts them. I love this picture of the bridges – the seagull really sets it off.
This excellent pic of the Sage was taken from Broad Chare on the Newcastle side. No connection to the pics other than that Mo took them both and I couldn’t choose between the two!
Sorry for the late posting – I was away for the day yesterday.
Another pic from Dave who contributed Monday’s picture – what can I say, he sent some excellent pics! It was really hard to choose between the contributions, but this is just magical. It’s from when the Tall Ships were there, back in 2005 (note – from the website, it seems that we’re still stuck in that year!).
Another (!) pic from Dave next weekend.
This picture is courtesy of Daniel at Heidelberg Daily Photo, a regular commenter. I can only assume that he took it when the bridge was ‘blinking’ – it’s an excellent capture. I’m jealous, this is a fantastic shot. Especially as it’s a scan of a ‘real’ photo!
Another excellent pic from Daniel will follow next week sometime!
Today’s photo was sent in by Mrs K, a regular commenter. It was taken by her friend Claude. Thanks both! I love hearing Mrs K’s memories of Newcastle.
It’s of an alleyway off High Bridge, between the Bigg Market and Grainger Street. I have no idea what the writing is about. I’ve posted a picture of the other wall on my flickr photostream a while back. If anyone knows what it’s about please do comment to say!
Today’s picture comes from Alan Blyth. He says:
I was in Newcastle for 3 weeks June 2008 for a school reunion. I was amazed to see the “Borat Men” strolling along the Quayside I took a couple of pictures and walked along behind them. They turned right up a side street and went into their Hotel. Only in Newcastle
I think I’m happier not knowing the details
The next picture comes from Rachel Green, a regular reader. It’s of the High Level Bridge, the oldest existing bridge over the Tyne. It was closed to traffic for over three years and has reopened now, but only to southbound buses and taxis, and pedestrians. (But pedestrians can walk in either direction!)
Incidentally, Rachel is the author of An Ungodly Child. If you’re looking for a really good read, kind of reminiscent of Good Omens but with a bit of Douglas Adams thrown in to make a fresh, funny debut novel – you should give this a go.
But it’s not set in Newcastle.
I went to St James’ Park yesterday to pay my respects to Sir Bobby. For pics click here. For words click here.
Welcome to Readers’ Photo Week. There has been an amazing response… so much so that it’s going to be a Readers’ Photo Fortnight! I can’t bear to leave any photos out.
I couldn’t start the week with any other picture but Dave‘s, showing the Newcastle United flag flying at half mast in memory of the much-missed Sir Bobby. This very simple picture brings a lump to my throat.
Dave is a regular commenter and lives in South Tyneside, but was born in Gosforth, Newcastle in the 1960s.
Dave:
I’m a keen snapper and love the Daily Photo site; love the local shots and the variety available just from our area. I love the Northumberland Coast too.
Thanks for a great pic to start the week Dave.
Both angels can be seen in this picture. All three of these pictures were taken from a bus – it’s hard to get a clear pic these days.
The angel at the bottom of the monument.
The angel at the top.
I’m sure locals will be interested to know that skateboarding is specifically banned in this area.
Cf pics of Haymarket 1904 and 1999.
