The good times are back at St James’ Park thanks to Eddie Howe’s squad, and there are few better ways to soak up the matchday atmosphere than getting a pre-match drink.
The opening game’s late kick off leaves plenty of time for home and away fans to enjoy what Newcastle has to offer this weekend.
But where are the best places to pick up a drink before making your way to St James’?
5. Shearer's Bar
Situated underneath the iconic Gallowgate End, the renamed Shearers' thumping music and wide variety of drink options can put anyone in the mood for matchday. | Google Photo: Google
6. The Junction
Next to both Haymarket Metro station and Percy Street bus station, the Junction is an ideal matchday meeting point. The pub lies over two floors, leaving plenty of space for fans. Photo: Google
7. The Five Swans
Cheap, cheerful and well located, a Wetherspoons pub tends to be a fans favourite on matchday, and the Five Swans is the closest of the brand's pubs to St James' Park. Other options include the central Mile Castle or the Quayside for those who want a river view and don't mind a walk. Photo: Google
8. The Three Bulls Heads
The Three Bulls Heads on Percy Street is a traditional city centre pub which can generate an impressive atmosphere on matchday. It's worth going just to make the walk up to St James' Park with thousunds of other NUFC fans as kickoff approaches. Photo: Google