Pubs in Gateshead

The Old Fox, Felling

14 Carlisle Street, Gateshead NE10 0HQ

Superb traditional/community street pub restored to its former glory by previous landlord now back in situ. A short walk from Felling Metro. The open fire gives the bar a homely feel. Saturday live bands or disco/karaoke. Assured of a friendly welcome by a landlord who knows how to treat customers as people as opposed to a source of income.

The Wheat Sheaf, Felling

26 Carlisle Street, Gateshead NE10 0HQ

Welcoming street corner pub owned by Big Lamp Brewery. Well patronised by a loyal band of regulars who often travel quite a distance to drink here. The pub features some original details, mismatched furniture and, when needed, real coal fires. Outdoor toilets have original Victorian urinals. There is a fortnightly Tuesday nights bring traditional folk music featuring keen local musicians and Wednesday is poker night. Original CAMRA clock keeps time behind the bar. Snacks available.

The Swan, Heworth

Old Mill House Sunderland Road, Gateshead NE10 0NT

The Pelaw Inn, Pelaw

Shields Road, Gateshead NE10 0QD

The Wardley, Bill Quay

Brack Terrace, Gateshead NE10 0SR

Due to demolition of housing many years ago this former street corner brick-built community local is now a stand-alone building with fields leading down to the river Tyne on three sides. Saved from closure due to falling trade by some regulars in summer 2013 it is now doing very well. The L-shaped public bar leads to a snug at the rear of the counter. Note the original fireplaces. Weekly quiz, live singers monthly, board games and a darts team. Also has a beer tent for bank holiday weekend events including the popular vintage car rally. Has a very convivial atmosphere between staff and customers.

The Cricketers, Bill Quay

Quay Tavern Joel Terrace, Gateshead NE10 0TX

This stand alone, opened-out, split-level, one-roomer on bank leading down to river Tyne, with fine views along it, and new (2014) landlord who has instigated refurbishment programme in keeping with the pub's layout and history. Has many loyal customers often travelling from afar to make it a great community pub.

Durham Ranger, Heworth

44 Cotemede, Gateshead NE10 8JR

The Eagle, Windy Nook

Glynfillis, Gateshead NE10 8RH

Lakeside Inn, Wardley

Leam Lane, Gateshead NE10 8YD

Family orientated roadside pub with a emphasis on food. Large car park to the side. The pub is accessed off roundabout on A184 and is well sign posted.

Fiddlers Three, Windy Nook

High Heworth, Gateshead NE10 9BB

The Bay Horse, High Felling

Coldwell Street, Gateshead NE10 9HH

The Portland Arms, High Felling

7 Split Crow Road, Gateshead NE10 9HL