Ferries
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 & Davies 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 & Davies 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.