A queue of cars on Newport pier as the Scotscraig approaches.
Map showing the original four ferry crossings on the Tay: Dundee-Balmerino; Dundee-Woodhaven; Dundee-Seamills (Newport); and Broughty Ferry-Ferryport-on-Craig (Tayport).
A very early view of Newport Pier, dating from the 1820s. Tayfield House, in the background, was considerably extended and enlarged in 1830, so this view pre-dates that. The pier, designed by Thomas Telford, was built in 1823 and this engraving may well be celebrating the new pier. The only other building recognisable today is ...
A fascinating account from the Dundee Masonic Lodge of the ceremony of the laying of the foundation stone of Newport pier 1823.
A postcard of Newport Pier from the river, with the ferry Dundee docked alongside. Seamills cottage and the refreshment rooms are visible behind the pier.
A postcard of a busy Newport Pier.
The Abercraig approaching the Newport ferry pier with a clear Dundee in the background.
The Abercraig moored at Newport pier.