Victorian Forge Remnants Uncovered on Tyne Banks

Our writers follow current developments in heritage protection, from planning disputes over former foundry sites to new museum acquisitions. We also report on contemporary makers who continue using traditional techniques in workshops from Newcastle to South Shields.

Three strands shape our coverage: the physical remains of the forge era, the people keeping skills alive today, and the environmental questions left by two centuries of metalworking along the river.

Every article draws on primary documents, site visits and interviews with historians or practitioners. We avoid speculation and focus on verifiable developments that affect how the Tyne’s forge history is understood and cared for.