The Head of Steam Newcastle

You're steps away from Newcastle Central Station when you push through the doors here—it's that convenient spot that actually deserves the footfall. The vibe is proper pub, nothing fancy, just good beer, decent food, and the kind of place where locals actually drink rather than tourists ticking boxes. The beer list is the real draw: they've got a rotating selection of craft stuff that changes regularly, so you're never drinking the same thing twice if you don't want to. It's the kind of place where the staff actually know their stock and can point you somewhere decent rather than just pouring whatever's on tap.