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Tickets on sale for Newcastle Tyne Bridge Zip Wire trips during Heineken Cup weekend

Thrill seekers have the chance to shoot down a zip wire from the Tyne Bridge to the Quayside when Newcastle hosts a weekend of European rugby finals.

Tickets are on sale now for the gravity-powered rides, which run on Thursday May 9, Friday May 10 and Saturday May 11.

The zip wire rides form part of the fan zone organised for supporters visiting Newcastle to watch the European Rugby Challenge Cup Final and Heineken Champions Cup Final.

With Irish side Guide to Newcastle rugby fanzone and match tickets as city tackles May's big sporting weekend in style on May 11, Newcastle is expected to host thousands of tourists from the Dublin and London areas, who will be hoping to see their team crowned kings of European club rugby.

On the Friday, French clubs ASM Clermont Auvergne and La Rochelle will contest the Challenge Cup final.

The zip wire is open to all - not just rugby fans - and is set to prove popular with visitors and residents alike.

Although some spaces will be available to book on the day, demand is expected to be high - so secuing a space in advance is encouraged.

Height and weight restrictions apply and anyone taking part must be sober - so keep that in mind if you're planning to have a few pints in Newcastle before the big matches.

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How to book a Tyne Bridge Zip Wire trip

Newcastle is gearing up for rugby action - the Challenge and Champions Cup trophy. Credit ©INPHO/James Crombie (Credit ©INPHO/James Crombie)

The Zip Wire will be open from 3pm to 7pm on Thursday May 9 and 10am to 7pm on Friday May 10 and Saturday May 11.

Tickets can be booked here .

How much do zip wire tickets cost?

Early bird tickets are on sale until Sunday, May 5 and cost £15.

The price then rises to £20.

Where does the zip wire start and end?

The line descends from the Tyne Bridge to the Quayside , finishing close to where Quayside meets Broad Chare/Newcastle Crown Court, on the river's north bank.

How fast is the zip wire?

The zip wire ride reaches speeds of around 25mph.

Is there an age limit?

Organisers Zip Slides UK's say 12 is the recommended minimum age, although anybody under 16 who wants to ride the zip wire needs to have a parent or guardian present to provide written consent.

What is the maximum weight for participants?         

The maximum weight for participants is 17.5 stone (111kg). Participants may also need to be fitted with a chest harness in addition to the waist harness.

What is the minimum weight for participants?           

The minimum weight for participants is 6 stone (38kg). Zip Slides UK reserve the right to prevent a participant from doing an event if they are too light.

Can I wear fancy dress?

Most costumes can be accommodated where harness, helmet, etc. can be fitted over the costume. However, ZIP Slides UK reserve the right to refuse the participation of someone in fancy dress if they think the costume will compromise safety. Participants are advised to wear sensible clothing, footwear and warm and wet weather clothing.

Guide to Newcastle rugby fanzone and match tickets as city tackles May's big sporting weekend in style

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