The Cumberland Arms
A traditional hilltop free house above the Ouseburn known for real ale, folk and roots live music, and a lively events programme.
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The Tyne Bar
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Ernest
An independent cafe, bar and restaurant at the top of the Ouseburn, known for its brunch menu and regular DJ, live music and arts nights.
What's On
Katie Scorah: The Ship's Cat — Seven Stories
See booking · Seven Stories, 30 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ
ArnoCorps — 20th Anniversary — The Cluny
Evening · The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Storytime in the Meadow with Cherry and Bee — The Cumberland Arms
3:30pm - 4:30pm · The Cumberland Arms, James Place Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1LD
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