😍 This engineering icon opened on this day in 1934. At the time, the Newport Bridge was the first large vertical lift bridge in Britain, designed by David Anderson of Mott, Hay & Anderson. Credit 📸: Simon McCabe Photography

Good luck to everyone who is taking on the epic challenge of the Middlesbrough Half Marathon and Junior Race tomorrow 🏃‍🏅 🚧 A programme of rolling road closures and diversions will be in place between 7am and 12.30pm on the day👇 middlesbroughhalf.com

One of Middlesbrough's most treasured public artworks - the Bottle of Notes will be the focus of a new exhibition at MIMA. Between 14 Mar - 5 Oct, visitors can discover how the sculpture was made and gain an insight into what it means to people now. ℹ️wearemiddlesbrough.com/whats-on/arts-…

Boro’s end of season awards are returning to Middlesbrough Town Hall Michael Carrick, his staff and players and Michael Mulhern’s Boro Women team will be joined by special guest Bryan Robson on April 29. Supporters can buy tickets now ⬇️ boxoffice.middlesbrough.gov.uk/event/mfcaward…

Happy weekend, Middlesbrough! Not long to go until the bluebells will be blooming at Roseberry Topping 😍👇 Credit 📸: Simon McCabe Photography

Middlesbrough Cultural Partnership is trying to raise £5,000 this week to help children and young people enjoy cultural and arts activities, which will automatically be doubled to £10,000 as part of The Big Give – Arts for Impact. If you can help, visit: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05WS…

Enjoy a spring morning well spent today over at Hemlington Library!🦤☀️ 📷Beginners bird watch - 10am - 10.45am 📷Guided gentle lakeside walk 11am - 12.30pm 📷Restorative rosemary herbals 2pm -3.30pm 📷Nature bird table - 10am - 3.30pm It's all free and will boost wellbeing.

Get out there and support live music this weekend 🎵 'This Is Middlesbrough' is a new multi-stage all day festival at Teesside University Students' Union, brought to you by the team behind Twisterella Festival. 🧵(1/2)

A popular event celebrating Middlesbrough’s rich heritage returns next month. Discover Middlesbrough; the town's annual local history month is back from 1 May and aims to uncover Middlesbrough's past to shape its future. View the packed programme👇 issuu.com/discovermiddle…

😍 Ready to feast your eyes on some more Meal out in Middlesbrough offers? The street food traders at STACK Middlesbrough will be dishing up some delicious deals between Monday 5 May – Sunday 18 May, check them out on our website 👇 wearemiddlesbrough.com/meal-out/

There'll be plenty of vintage vibes at next week's Orange Pip Market, as it will feature a huge traditional street party as part of VE Day celebrations!🍊🇬🇧 The line-up includes a retro grammar phone DJ, live music, traditional games and family crafts, and more surprises.

The incredible atmosphere of Orange Pip Market returns to Baker Street and Bedford Street from 12pm today 🍊 The first Pip of the season features a vintage 1940s theme to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, where costumes are highly encouraged!

🍴Meal out in Middlesbrough has arrived! 🙌 We're kickstarting bank holiday Monday in style by launching Middlesbrough's brand-new food fortnight packed with amazing offers from your favourite restaurants until 18 May. Plan where you are heading 👇 wearemiddlesbrough.com/meal-out/

Name a more beautiful sight 😍👇 Bluebell season has well and truly sprung at Roseberry Topping and we can't get enough of these striking images! Credit 📸: Kimberley Risk

📣 One week left to enjoy Meal out in Middlesbrough deals! As part of Middlesbrough's food fortnight, there are some big discounts at your favourite restaurants and venues until Sunday 18 May. Here's a reminder of the offers 👇 wearemiddlesbrough.com/meal-out/

Final chance to tuck into some delicious deals as part of Middlesbrough's food fortnight! Feast your eyes on these tempting dishes 😍👇at participating Meal out in Middlesbrough venues. Running until Sunday 18 May - get a taster of who's taking part 👇 wearemiddlesbrough.com/meal-out/