The Tyne Bar

About The Tyne Bar

The Tyne Bar is an independent riverside pub and live music venue in Newcastle's Ouseburn Valley, at 1 Maling Street. Open since November 1994, it has become a cornerstone of the local community, and is best known for its distinctive beer garden set beneath the Glasshouse (Ouseburn) bridge. Over three decades the surrounding valley has been transformed, but the pub has kept its relevance and its loyal following, remaining one of the area's most-loved spots for a drink beside the water.

The bar maintains a broad drinks selection and serves food daily, with a menu taking in gourmet hot dogs, burgers and sharing plates alongside dedicated vegetarian and vegan options. Above all it is devoted to free live music, hosting regular performances by local and touring bands on a purpose-built stage, with a programme spanning blues, rhythm and blues, jazz and beyond. That mix of riverside setting and no-cover gigs has made it a defining Ouseburn institution.

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The Oldest Pubs in Heaton and Ouseburn

From a Victorian riverside tavern to a 1930s Heaton Road landmark, a guide to the oldest and most historic pubs in Heaton and the Ouseburn valley, and the stories behind them.

The Best Pubs & Bars in Ouseburn

A guide to the best independent pubs and bars in Newcastle's Ouseburn valley, from real ale havens and riverside beer gardens to live music institutions.

Live Music in Ouseburn: The Best Venues

A guide to the Ouseburn Valley's best grassroots live music venues, from The Cluny and The Cumberland Arms to free gigs at The Tyne Bar and club nights at Cobalt Studios.

Getting to & Around Ouseburn: Metro, Buses & Parking

A practical guide to reaching the Ouseburn valley in east Newcastle by Metro, bus, on foot and by car, plus honest advice on the area's limited parking.

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A local guide to the best free days out in east Newcastle, from a city farm and independent galleries to woodland parks and free riverside gigs.

A Weekend in Heaton & Ouseburn: The Perfect 48 Hours

A two-day itinerary for east Newcastle, from riverside gigs and a wartime tunnel to a city farm, valley galleries and the best of Heaton's independent food scene.

The Best Beer Gardens in Heaton & Ouseburn

Where to drink outdoors in east Newcastle this summer, from riverside benches beneath the bridges to hillside terraces with views over the Tyne.

The Best Sunday Roasts in Heaton & Ouseburn

Where to find a proper Sunday roast in east Newcastle, from an acclaimed dining room to riverside pubs and a fully vegan kitchen, plus booking tips.

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