Pub Review

Built in 1859, The Strawberry has provided booze and joy to Geordies all around for over 160 years. Located across the road from the beloved St James' Park, its safe to say that non-Newcastle fans are not welcome here. Location of The Strawberry The journey up to the pub could be considered a form of pathetic fallacy, as the rain came crashing down all the way there, which symbolised what would be a disappointing night of football. Outside of The Strawberry Upon entering, The Strawberry's walls were littered with Newcastle United memorabilia, Kevin Keegan and Alan Shearer's faces could be seen on nearly every surface within the pub. Painting of Newcastle fans Wallpaper with NUFC legends Pictures of former NUFC players Even the toilets had NUFC relics plaste...

Onto my second pub review is The Hancock. Situated at a 5-minute walk away from Newcastle University and a 10-minute walk from St James’ Park. The Hancock can be considered to be a neutral pub for students and Newcastle United fans. This particular pub was also the place where I had my favourite matchday experience, when Newcastle beat PSG at St James park. The pub had a welcoming and sleek looking layout with benches outside/inside as well as table football and pool upstairs, which is where I was sat for the game. Outdoor seating at the Hancock The game covered on this day was Newcastle vs Manchester United in the EFL cup on Wednesday 1st November. Manchester United and their fans are universally hated by Newcastle, presumably due to their past success and also being the c...

First on the list of pubs is Osbornes. Located in the mainly student area of Jesmond, Osbornes (also known as Soho) is the perfect place for 2nd and 3rd year Uni students to come and have a pint. Osbornes Location on Google Maps My pint of choice was a Strongbow as it was the cheapest drink at £2.75, whilst the rest of the prices also seemed quite cheap for other drinks. Osbornes also hosts a special deal called '£2 Tuesdays', which is very popular amongst students and for when Newcastle United plays on Tuesdays, as selected pints cost just £2 all night. Unfortunately, the match took place on a Wednesday so this deal wasn't available. The pub also has the locally founded burger company ‘Brack Burger’ in the building which is great for getting good quality burgers and fries befo...