It’s not unusual for the pubs and bars around St. James’ Park to be flooded with sports fans on a Saturday afternoon.
Every sports fan has their favourite pre-game watering hole in Newcastle, whether that be in the heart of the city, along the Quayside or further out. Newcastle is blessed by a high concentration of pubs and bars in the city, with fans spoilt for options. Even within 300 metres of St. James' Park there is a handful of bars that get rammed before and after matches at the stadium. These include some of the most iconic United-associated bars such as Shearer's and The Strawberry.
Looking at a 300 metres radius from the centre of the St. James' Park, NewcastleWorld ranks the bars closest to the stadium by their TripAdvisor reviews.
Looking at a 300 metres radius from the centre of the St. James' Park, NewcastleWorld ranks the bars closest to the stadium by their TripAdvisor reviews.
5. Shearer's - 4 stars
St. James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4ST
6. Bar Loco - 4 1/2 stars
22 Leazes Park Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4PG Photo: Google Streetview
7. Earl of Pitt Street - 4 1/2 stars
70 Pitt St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 5ST Photo: Google Streetview
8. The Strawberry - 4 1/2 stars
The Strawberry, 7-8 Strawberry Pl, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4SF Photo: Google Streetview