17 nostalgic photographs of Newcastle's pubs through the decades

Let’s look back at Newcastle’s pub past.

Published 17th Apr 2024, 16:18 BST

Here we have a selection of photos to remind you of the pubs of Newcastle’s past.

Most aren’t around anymore- and the ones that are look very different.

Which is your favourite boozer in the city? Is it still standing, or has it been replaced as Newcastle changed?

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Have a look through and let us know if you have any memories of our selection.

Thanks to Newcastle Libraries for the photographs.

The photograph from 1987 shows the Haymarket pub just before demolition.

1. Haymarket

The photograph from 1987 shows the Haymarket pub just before demolition. Photo: Newcastle Libraries

A photograph of the frontage of The Imperial pub Cloth market in 1964.

2. The Imperial

A photograph of the frontage of The Imperial pub Cloth market in 1964. Photo: Newcastle Libraries

A photograph of the Empress pub the Side taken in 1995.

3. Empress

A photograph of the Empress pub the Side taken in 1995. Photo: Newcastle Libraries

A 1966 photograph of the Three Bulls Heads on Percy Street.

4. Three Bulls Head

A 1966 photograph of the Three Bulls Heads on Percy Street. Photo: Newcastle Libraries

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