From the outside this looks as if it could be the scariest bar in Newcastle.

However once you've plucked up courage and opened the door, you'll find that although stuck in a time warp decor-wise - somewhere in the mid70s, this serves the best beer in Newcastle with views to better those from the Baltic.

Oh and the graffiti in the toilets contains some absolute masterpieces – well worth a read. A perfect place for a Sunday afternoon pint. Well worth the hike along the quayside & up the nettle strewn path.

St Lawrence Road, Byker
0191 265 5764
Nearest Metro: Manors

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Open to the public, this is the largest independent library outside of London and a real gem.

Housed in a magnificent Grade II listed building, just how a library should be with balconies, clanking radiators, statues and spiral staircases.

Best of all it offers the perfect sanctuary to escape from the hustle of the city to while away a few hours poking around the book shelves stuffed full of fascinating reads, drinking coffee or catching recitals.

The Lit & Phil
23 Westgate Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
www.litandphil.org.uk
Tel 0191 232 0192

Nearest Rail & Metro Stations: Central Station

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