The Tyne Bar — Pub/restaurant in Gateshead

The Tyne Bar is a pub on Maling Street in Newcastle upon Tyne, located in the Ouseburn Valley. It offers indoor and outdoor seating for locals and visitors. The venue hosts free live music every evening on a purpose-built stage, drawing crowds especially during local band performances. You can find craft beers, gourmet hot dogs, or burgers here in a relaxed setting. A short drive away from the city centre, it’s part of daily life across Ouseburn Valley and nearby areas.

About The Venue

The Tyne Bar opened in 1994 on Maling Street in Gateshead’s Ouseburn Valley. It has remained a long-standing social space with exposed brick and metal industrial decor throughout indoor and outdoor seating zones. The venue features dim lighting focused on a stage where local bands perform regularly. Noise levels are high during live events, and crowds are dense at peak times, making it a key nightlife spot in Newcastle upon Tyne. It has step-free access and is wheelchair-friendly. A short drive away from the city centre, it remains open to all visitors.

Typical Experiences

The Tyne Bar runs daily as a casual hangout for locals and music fans. Its standout feature, free live gigs on a purpose-built stage, is why most people visit in the evenings. You can find craft beers, including real ale on tap, along with gourmet hot dogs or burgers served at indoor or outdoor tables. It works well for meeting friends after work or attending a gig. The atmosphere is lively and social, ideal for informal gatherings just outside the city.

Notable Features

  • Beer garden beneath the bridge
  • Free live music on a purpose-built stage
  • Breakfast Menu
  • New Ownership (2012)
  • Real ale on tap
  • Indoor and outdoor seating

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Information about this venue is based on publicly available sources and may be incomplete. Last updated in April 2026.