The Chillingham
One of Heaton's few remaining traditional pubs, a landmark next to Chillingham Road Metro station known for real ales and guest beers, with a function room hosting live music, comedy and quizzes.
About The Chillingham
The Chillingham is one of the few remaining traditional pubs in Heaton, a suburb in the east of Newcastle upon Tyne. It stands as a landmark on Chillingham Road, the area's main shopping street, right beside the Chillingham Road Metro station, which makes it an easy meeting point for the surrounding neighbourhood. The pub keeps the feel of a classic community local, with a welcoming atmosphere and an outdoor terrace, and it has long served as a focal point for east Newcastle drinkers. Its position next to the Metro has helped it remain a busy and recognisable fixture on the street.
The Chillingham is known for real ale and carries one of the better selections of guest beers in the region, alongside wine and cocktails. Beyond drinks, it offers pool tables, a digital jukebox and large screens showing live sport, and it runs a regular quiz on Wednesday evenings. A function room is available for hire and hosts a programme of live music and comedy, giving the pub a lively events side alongside its everyday trade. Together these make it a versatile venue that balances the character of a traditional Heaton boozer with a busy entertainment calendar.
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