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The Transporter Bridge

The Transporter Bridge spans the river Tees. Passengers and vehicles are lifted and transported in around 2 1/2 minutes across the river on a large platform suspended from an overhead gantry. It was the first working bridge of its kind in the country, now there are two and apparently only about 7 total in the world.

Address: Ferry Road, Middlesbrough, Tees Valley

Middlesbrough Town Hall

Middlesbrough Town Hall is in the heart of the town, and is a major entertainments venue.

It was built in a late Victorian Gothic style of architecture and still retains many of its original features. It stands in amongst the more modern designs of the town.

Address: Albert Road Middlesbrough TS1 1EL

Captain Cook Birthplace Museum

Captain Cook Birthplace Museum sits on the site of Cook's birthplace in Marton which is on the outskirts of Middlesbrough.

You can find it in the beautiful landscaped grounds of Stewart Park. Outside stands a traditionally carved Nootka totem pole from Canada which guards the entrance.

Open Apr - Oct Tuesday - Sunday 10 - 5.30pm. Nov - Mar Tues - Sun 9.30 - 4.00pm

Address: Stewart Park, Marton, Middlesbrough

Directions: Turn off the A19 onto the A174, then North onto the A172, from where the Museum is signposted, half a mile from Marton Railway Station

The Cleveland Centre

The Cleveland Centre has great shopping. There is a large variety of boutiques and eateries. Aside from the smaller retail stores, you will find larger chain stores like Dolcis, WH Smith, Boots, H Samuels, Top Shop, Clarks, Etam, Thorntons, the HMV Megastore, and Littlewoods

Walkways lead out to the High Street where there are other well known stores. There is a replica of Captain Cook's ship, the Endeavour, hanging from the ceiling.

Address: Albert Road. High Street.