Sports bars in Newcastle upon Tyne
There's a specific kind of joy in watching a big game shoulder to shoulder with strangers who instantly become friends when your team scores. Newcastle upon Tyne has 29 sports bars where you can do exactly that. Below are the real spots — names, addresses, what kind of place each one is — plus how to pick the right one for game day. Names you'll see below include Black Cats Bar, Shark Club Gastro Bar, Shearer's Sports Bar & Lounge, and 26 more across town.
The sports bars scene in Newcastle upon Tyne
We indexed 29 sports bars in Newcastle upon Tyne. The scene leans Pub, Music Venue and Pool Hall. You'll find them in Bishop Auckland, Sunderland, Washington. Black Cats Bar (Sports Bar) on Stadium of Light (Millennium Way). Shark Club Gastro Bar (Sports Bar) on Heber St. Shearer's Sports Bar & Lounge (Sports Bar) on Strawberry Place.
Sports bars in Newcastle upon Tyne
Black Cats Bar
A sports bar 15.8 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Shark Club Gastro Bar
A sports bar 0.8 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Shearer's Sports Bar & Lounge
A sports bar 0.7 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Champs Sports Bar and Grill (formerly Chevys)
A sports bar 10.8 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Players Bar
A sports bar 0.7 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Sloanes Sports Bar
A sports bar 16.8 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
The Clock
A sports bar 0.7 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Sportsbar at St. James' Park
A sports bar 0.7 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
The Barracks
A sports bar 0.7 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Jubilee Club
A sports bar 4.4 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Percy Arms
A pub and music venue spot 0.3 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Aspers
A sports bar 8.9 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Dempsey's Bar
A sports bar 23.6 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Houghton Rugby Club
A sports bar 17.5 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
Pots N Slots Sports Bar
A pub spot 23.1 km from central Newcastle upon Tyne.
How to pick a sports bar in Newcastle upon Tyne
Screens beat everything.
Count the TVs before you count the taps. A good sports bar has sightlines from every seat — if you have to crane your neck, keep walking.
Sound matters for big games.
Playoff games and finals deserve a bar that turns the sound on. Call ahead if the game matters to you; the best bars advertise which matches they're showing.
Arrive early for the big ones.
Championship games, derbies and rivalry matches fill sports bars an hour before kickoff. The regulars know this. Now you do too.
Food is part of the deal.
Wings, nachos, burgers — sports-bar food is its own cuisine. Kitchens get slammed at halftime, so order before the break.
Common questions
What is the best sports bar in Newcastle upon Tyne?
The honest answer depends on your team and your vibe — some bars are built for football crowds, others for hockey or basketball nights. The listings above show you every option with its address so you can pick by neighborhood and style.
Do sports bars in Newcastle upon Tyne show live games with sound?
Most do for major matches, but policies vary by venue and by game. If sound matters, call the bar ahead of time — especially for finals and rivalry games.
Are sports bars in Newcastle upon Tyne family-friendly?
Many are restaurants first and bars second, especially earlier in the day. Evenings and big fight nights skew adult. When in doubt, go before 7pm.
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