Live Music Pubs in Newcastle Upon Tyne

Cumberland Arms

James Place Street (off Byker Bank), Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1LD

Three-storey pub rebuilt over 100 years ago is relatively little changed since. Stands in a prominent position looking down and across the lower Ouseburn Valley. Home to traditional dance and music groups, the house beer Rapper from Wylam Brewery is named after a traditional dance form. Multiple winner of the regional Cider POTY award generally offering up to twelve ciders/perries. Winter and summer beer festivals are held each year. Quiz night: Monday

Bridge Hotel

Castle Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RQ

This large Fitzgerald's pub is situated next to Stephenson's spectacular High Level Bridge, the rear windows and the patio have views of the city walls, River Tyne and Gateshead Quays. The main bar area, adorned with many stained glass windows, is divided into a number of seating areas with a raised section at the rear. Several guest beers come from far and wide. Among the live music events held in the upstairs function room is what is claimed to be the oldest folk club in the country.

Duke of Wellington

High Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1EN

An L-shaped bar situated in Newcastle's premier real ale street has nine hand-pulls, one of which serve cider. Recent tasteful refurbishments give a modern look to the pub Can be very busy on match days and racing festivals. Monday quiz and music Thursday

Cluny

36 Lime Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2PQ

Large, former industrial building converted into a pub, art gallery and live music venue. The pub runs frequent themed beer festivals and always has a good selection of British and foreign draught and bottled products available. The art gallery shows work of all kinds ranging from final degree shows to local independent established artists in all media, with the displays changing monthly. Live music sessions are held most evenings and include a wide range of British, European and American musicians.

Tanners Arms

1 Byker Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2NS

Well patronised Community pub. Cask sales now justify 3 handpulls. Mon free pool after 7.00pm, Tuesday Quiz night, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat DJ's provide music. Very popular for Sunday lunches.

Head of Steam

1, Neville Street,, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5EN

Facing the central railway station this is an unusual pub in that there's nothing on the ground floor. Upstairs is the main bar with six cask beers and a good selection of continental draught beers. Downstairs is one of the most popular live and recorded music venues in the city centre, no draught products in music venue, extensive range of cans and bottles.

Centurion

Central Station, Neville Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5DG

Built in 1893 as a sumptuous waiting lounge for first class passengers, a major feature being its exquisite tiling which is today worth £3.8 million. Closed in 1960s, when Transport Police used it as cells. Since being restored the grandeur of the John Dobson designed interior is now enjoyed by thousands of customers, locals, and visitors to Newcastle. Popular starting point for Whistle Stops II real ale outings. Deli next door.

Tyne

1 Maling Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1LP

Popular pub located at the end of Ousburn Valley between the Quayside & Spillers Wharf, which becomes part of the Evolution Festival site and also hosts Evolution Emerging. Live music every Sunday, and sometimes mid-week. Always at least 3 Wylam beers on sale, but could potentially be up to 10. Food is very good quality, and summer sometimes sees BBQs. Cashback is given with card payments, if so required. Heated outdoor patio smoking area, and separate picnic tables opposite.

Free Trade Inn

St Lawrence Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1AP

Unique former S&N pub. Camra Tyneside pub of the year 2013. Wonderful views of the Tyne bridges and Newcastle and Gateshead quaysides. Up to nine beers and five ciders are available on the bar with cellar runs being willingly offered. Interesting beers come from far and wide including an extensive range of foreign bottled beers Service is smiling, friendly and knowledgeable. The juke box is classic and free, the food is tasty sandwiches from a local delicatessen. Excellent beer garden.

Hotspur

103 Percy Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RY

Traditional double fronted city centre pub. Situated opposite Haymarket bus station and Eldon Square, with the universities close by, the Hotspur is a very popular pub and especially busy on match days. Quiz held on Monday Nights. Newcastle University Folk Club play on Tuesday nights. The interior has recently been refurbished and is much enhanced without losing character. Eight hand pulls adorn the bar.

Queen Victoria

206 High Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE3 1HD

Popular High Street pub located on busy corner of Gosforth. Food not currently available. Beers soiurced from Punch list including some local brewers. Has its own real ale loyalty card.

WonderBar

The Gate, Newgate Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5TG

Old George

Old George Yard, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1EZ

Built 1582 this historic pub alleged to have been frequented by King Charles I, is a welcoming watering hole for customers who like a piece of Olde England. The corridors and stairs creak and the ambience is mostly original. A cabinet of five handpulls complements the traditional bar area. Smaller bar has additional three handpulls. In summer bands play regularly in the outside yard. Buskers nights Thursdays and Sundays from 7pm

Benton Ale House

Front Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE7 7XE

Recently refurbished, well appointed traditional pub with horseshoe bar, complemented by friendly Manager and Staff. Large bay windows give a light and airy feel to lounge at front with public bar to the rear. Family friendly. Quiz night Wednesdays. Interesting abstract art in the back bar.

Victory

43 Killingworth Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 1SY

Established on this site since 1861, the pub takes its name from Nelson's flagship and once served the local mining community. Essentially a single room there are two lounge areas each side of the entrance with some seating near the bar. A rear lounge overlooks the Ouseburn.

Anarchy Brew Co Tap

Unit 1A, Benfield Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 4NQ

Anarchy Brew Co’s brewery now features a permanent tap room open on Fridays and Saturdays, featuring 4 cask lines and 10 keg lines along with other beverages with a focus on locally sourced spirits. Check their Facebook for latest updates on special events, first Saturday of each month is set to be a band night.

Three Mile Inn

Great North Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE3 2DS

Recently completely rebuilt and extended.

Newton Park

Benton Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE7 7EB

Butchers Arms

62-70 Shields Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1DL

Locals open plan pub on main shopping street with two pool tables and a very lively atmosphere. A most welcome addition (spring 2015) to the local real scene as it features Tyneside microbreweries beers at keen prices even for area!

Fox & Hounds

West Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 2ER

Heaton Stannington F.C.

Grounsell Park, Newton Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE7 7HP

Trillians Rock Bar

Princess Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8DE

Name says it all! Single room basement bar devoted to rock music with well used stage for live performances. Re-opened spring 2015 after period of closure following campaign by regulars/rock aficionados. In city centre just off Northumberland Street, Newcastle's main shopping street, and opposite the public library.

Lochside

Red Hall Drive, Newcastle upon Tyne NE7 7LJ

Large roadhouse with two rooms around a central bar, with a raised area in the lounge. Live music Thursday and Saturday.

Wylam Brewery

Palace Of Arts, Exhibition Park, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4PZ

Wylam's shiny new brewery situated in the Palace of Arts built for the 1929 North East Exhibition. Bar has limited hours and may have an admission charge. Frequent live events. Brewery tours every Saturday at 11am - £10

Tyne Bank Tap Room

375, Walker Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 2BS

Tyne Bank's new brewery and tap house boasts an "Industrial" feel.

Brinkburn Street Brewery Bar & Kitchen

Unit 1B, Ford Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1NW

Inspired by American craft breweries and tap rooms. It has a wide range of beer styles, most brewed on site in the brewery, plus a couple of guests. Food is a major feature, with a kitchen than uses locally sourced ingredients and often has traditional local dishes available. The quirky designed bar has a collection of armoury and objet d'art. The main attraction is the range and quality of beers available. They have opened up "The Big Pub" upstairs in our Maling Hall event space which runs across the Weekend and Maling Hall is available for private hire for events, wedding receptions etc.

Charts

63, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3DX

Old Coal Yard

12 Elizabeth Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1JS

Open the last weekend of every month plus for advertised music events.