Put the brown stuff away and down a pint of real ale with our essential guide to real ale pubs in Newcastle.
If you think you know your London Pride from your Timothy Taylor, then check out our selection of the best
real ale pubs in Newcastle currently available.
If you’re searching for a pub with a tasty variety of well kept real ales and friendly service then try the Bacchus pub on High Bridge. It is an ideal place to stop off for a post theatre drink with friends.
At the Chillingham pub you will find a fine range of six real ale hand pumps that attracts in the locals and students alike. This huge pub has a wonderful and busy atmosphere ideal for an entertaining night out.
The Cumberland Arms is a traditional pub which is popular for its live music and open mic nights, where you can listen to story telling, comedy acts and poetry. The Cumberland Arms is also known for its real ales and fine selection of wines as well as its classic pub food menu.
James Place Street, off Byker Bank, Ouseburn, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1LD
One of Tyneside’s leading cask ale specialists, Newcastle Arms has been greatly recognised by CAMRA for its efforts. It is a cracking pub to enjoy a fantastic pint of real ale in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
57 St Andrews Street, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE1 5SE
The Tyne pub is a smashing pub for live alternative music. Their unique beer garden situated under a bridge and has its own stage where local bands can unleash their latest tunes. The bar itself is stocked with a fantastic range of local real ales and bottled beers and the food menu is packed full of hot and tasty snacks.