Grade II listed · Gateshead

'Derwent Walk Express' and supporting bridge abutment and approach spans

'Derwent Walk Express' and supporting bridge abutment and approach spans is a Grade II listed building in Gateshead, first listed on 25 August 2016. It is one of 218 Grade II entries among 247 listed buildings in Gateshead; 96% of Gateshead’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
Name'Derwent Walk Express' and supporting bridge abutment and approach spans
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1437836
Date first listed25 August 2016
Local planning authorityGateshead
Location54.95325, -1.68939 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1437836

Planning works on this listed building?

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What the grade means for works

Grade II buildings are of special interest and make up over 90% of listed buildings in England. Most alterations, extensions and many internal changes still need listed building consent from the council.

The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.

Listed buildings near 'Derwent Walk Express' and supporting bridge abutment and approach spans

NameGradeDistance
War MemorialII225 m
Old Bridge End CottageII237 m
Bridge Over River Derwent (Tyne and Wear Bridge Number 761)II*291 m
Axwell Park Dower HouseII*498 m
Retaining Wall, Balustrade, Piers and Steps to Terrace South of Axwell ParkII866 m
Axwell Park and Steps and Balustrades to SouthII*880 m
Bridge 280 Metres South of Axwell ParkII908 m
Salisbury HouseII1.0 km
67, Front StreetII1.0 km
69, Front StreetII1.0 km

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Derwent Walk Express' and supporting bridge abutment and approach spans listed?
Yes. 'Derwent Walk Express' and supporting bridge abutment and approach spans is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1437836, first listed on 25 August 2016. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to 'Derwent Walk Express' and supporting bridge abutment and approach spans?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Gateshead, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.
Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.