Millenium Bridge - Newcastle

©junebug, on November 4, 2007, said:

Very nice, Billy. What is he telling us, or is he singing? Greetings, Anne

Billy B@rk, on November 5, 2007, said:

Thanks Anne. The name of this statue is 'The River God' but I don't know any more about it. I think he may be blowing to give wind to the river's sail boats?

Newcastle is not my city so I'm not too sure about it's history & legends.

Palmina Moore, on November 5, 2007, said:

This is lovely Billy I hadn't seen it before. I'm told the Quayside is nothing like I remember it any more. I used to see the market every Sunday morning and the ship building (I know that's all gone) but I understand it's all apartments, galleries and cafe's now. I guess all docklands have gone this way over the last few years.

Palmina

Billy B@rk, on November 5, 2007, said:

There was a market in this area on the Sunday morning I was there earlier this year. I know it is sad to lose all the industries but it does look nice now. I think you would approve.

Palmina Moore, on November 5, 2007, said:

Nect time you're down there on a Sunday, have a bloody great big hamburger with onions for me.....please!!!!

Palmina

Billy B@rk, on November 5, 2007, said:

LOL. Yes! He's still there....I smelt it long before I saw it. :)

Billy B@rk, on January 1, 2008, said:

You sound like you have a lot in common with Palmina, a Geordie Lass now in Melbourne. She still dreams of the hamburgers & onions on the Quayside. I enjoy hearing you & Palmina reminisce about your home town, it is a place to be proud of. :)

andilaugh, on April 6, 2008, said:

Hi Billy, this is a great shot. I commute over the Tyne Bridge daily and every time I think to myself I should take the time to get out with my camera. There is so much to capture. The 'Winking Eye' is also amazing on a night as it as illuminated in colour. Cheers Andi

Billy B@rk, on April 6, 2008, said:

Cheers Andi. I managed to get a quick look at the bridge at night but I regret not taking any shots. You should give it a try. :)

Paula K, on May 13, 2009, said:

Nice shot Billy!!! ;D

Paula

Billy B@rk, on May 13, 2009, said:

Thanks Paula. Newcastle reminds me a lot of Glasgow. :)