Ferries
Delta to Paradise Ferry
A one man ferry once existed near Derwenthaugh, crossing the Tyne from the Delta works (Raines) to Paradise at Benwell in Newcastle. It was run by the Sadler family, some of whom lived at that time in South Benwell. This was the same family connected with the boat builder's yard in Dunston.
The ferry mainly carried workers back and forth across the river.On one occasion Mr Sadler was awarded the Royal Humane Society's medal for saving a man from drowning. That part of the family also ran The Boathouse Pub on Scotswood Road in Newcastle.
Dunston Ferries
Tom Brymar's Ferry
In the 20s the smallest ferry across the Tyne was run by Tom Brymar who was known for his odd sayings and manners. Tom's ferry, a small rowing boat, operated near Clayton & Davie the ship breakers, to Vickers Armstrongs. He would row across for only a penny, by the second world war he charged 6d. Between trips he was to be found at The Skiff Public House.
Bob Gardener's Ferry
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Tom Brymar
In the 20s Tom Brymar, who was known for his odd sayings and manners, ran the smallest ferry across the Tyne. Tom's ferry, a small rowing boat operated from near Clayton & Davie the ship breakers, to Vickers Armstrongs. He would row across for only a penny; by the Second World War he charged 6d. Between trips he was to be found at The Skiff Public House.
At one time he owned a motorbike and was involved in an accident.