Location:
Sandhill, next to Red House pub, in centre of Quayside area. Opposite Guild Hall. Vegetarian pub of the year 2000.
Metro - Monument
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Open:
Monday - Saturday 11am - 11pm, Sunday noon - 10.30pm. Telephone 0191 2611037

Old traditional timber framed Newcastle pub, part of the Wessex Taverns chain that has wooden beams on the ceiling and a wooden floor. The decor is very old fashioned however this does not detract from its overall character. The pub is split into two separate small bars to the front and rear. The bar at the front has a raised area with tables and chairs from which there is an excellent view of the Tyne bridge and Quayside. It has a small bar that is inlaid with old cabinets next to where there is additional seating of high stools. At one end there is a grandfather clock with a fireplace at the other. Numerous old antiquities are on display above the bar with old Newcastle portraits adorning the walls.

The chandelier type lighting by the bar gives a cosy and intimate feel to the pub. The bar at the rear of the pub can be accessed from the alley at the right hand side that also leads to the rear of the Red House pub next door. There is again a small bar in the rear area with a low ceiling and a wooden floor. There are a number of small wooden tables and chairs with stools running the length of the bar. A notable feature is an old range fireplace at to the right hand side. Regular music is on play at most times with a juke box located in the front bar towards the side entrance. The pub is very busy at the weekend but can be quieter through the week. Is popular with the younger crowd at weekends, students and especially vegetarian diners. A taxi rank is located outside pub.

Disabled access is very good with the bar all on one level. Toilets to the rear of the pub are small and clean.
 

Price: Moderate.