Disappointment of the week

[Real Ale Ray]

Thanks for the info - was actually considering the Brinkburn for food and a few drinks so will definitely keep it in mind. Any idea if the Crown Posada is currently open, or planning to open? The Facebook page said it was waiting for the end of restrictions, but can't find any updates since.

Fitzgerald's sold the whole pub group and all their pubs are open, apart from the Crown Posada, which was sold to a separate company. Talking to other publicans in Newcastle they don't know what is going on with the place, and it remains closed. They may be doing a refit, but nobody really knows what is happening. Hopefully it might be open by the time you get there. The nearby Bridge Hotel is still open and has a great range of beer, they don't do food anymore though, which is a shame.

Also the best Indian in Newcastle is close to the Crown Posada, called Rani, if you fancy a Ruby. Have a good trip