Pubs and bars

The Aviator opens in Thornaby

New £1.4m Teesside pub promises huge live sport screen and pints from £2.50

The Hat and Feathers in Seaham

The Hat and Feathers in Seaham

County Durham Wetherspoon to close after speculation online

There is some debate about the exact date of construction, but it is agreed that Old Shildon Working Men's Club is at least 130 years old.

There is some debate about the exact date of construction, but it is agreed that Old Shildon Working Men's Club is at least 130 years old.

County Durham social club transformed after 130-year-old venue was saved from closure

The Jolly Sailors, along St Ann's Staith, is reopening today

The Jolly Sailors, along St Ann's Staith, is reopening today

Historic Sam Smiths pub set to reopen in North Yorkshire after more than 3 years

Owner Shaun Corrigan outside The Farmers Arms in Scorton on the day the village pub reopened.

Owner Shaun Corrigan outside The Farmers Arms in Scorton on the day the village pub reopened.

New owner stunned by turnout as village pub reopens after ten months

Overlooking The Leas and close to the finish line of the Great North Run, The Bamburgh is a familiar sight to thousands of runners and spectators every year.

Overlooking The Leas and close to the finish line of the Great North Run, The Bamburgh is a familiar sight to thousands of runners and spectators every year.

Landmark Great North Run pub reopens with new look after six-figure revamp

Named after local mining heritage, beers including Pit Pony and Victoria Seam are helping put Spenside Stables Brewery on the map.

Named after local mining heritage, beers including Pit Pony and Victoria Seam are helping put Spenside Stables Brewery on the map.

The heritage-inspired beers brewed in North East's last pit pony stables

North East restaurant shuts weeks after opening as owners make 'heartbreaking' move

Ross, known online as Its Ross, visited The William Stead and The Tanners Hall in Darlington during his nationwide challenge, which involves drinking a pint in every Wetherspoons branch in the country.

Ross, known online as Its Ross, visited The William Stead and The Tanners Hall in Darlington during his nationwide challenge, which involves drinking a pint in every Wetherspoons branch in the country.

TikToker visiting every Wetherspoons in UK gives verdict on Darlington pubs

Phil Gamble and partner Jessica, who operate The Hoptimist on Tubwell Row in Darlington, have announced they are the new operators of The Isaac Wilson in Middlesbrough.

Phil Gamble and partner Jessica, who operate The Hoptimist on Tubwell Row in Darlington, have announced they are the new operators of The Isaac Wilson in Middlesbrough.

Darlington couple to take over well-known pub with 'big plans'

A visualisation submitted with the planning application of the proposed food and drink development in the car park of the Staveley Arms in North Stainley.

A visualisation submitted with the planning application of the proposed food and drink development in the car park of the Staveley Arms in North Stainley.

North Yorkshire Council

Village pub could be brought back to life with coffee, pizza and ice cream plan

Look inside as new café-bar Remo Lounge opens its doors in Durham city centre

Kali, a cocker spaniel from South Hetton, County Durham, is one of three canine finalists competing to become Vintage Inns' Chief Doggie Treat Tester.

Kali, a cocker spaniel from South Hetton, County Durham, is one of three canine finalists competing to become Vintage Inns' Chief Doggie Treat Tester.

Durham Police dog in running for second job - as pub chain's chief treat taster

The Jefferson Arms in Thorganby.

The Jefferson Arms in Thorganby.

'Heart of the village' pub dealt blow as bid to protect its future is rejected

Do you think the UK should follow the EU and ban sauce sachets in pubs, cafes, and restaurants?

Do you think the UK should follow the EU and ban sauce sachets in pubs, cafes, and restaurants?

Common product found in pubs, cafes and restaurants could soon be banned in the UK

The Tan Hill Inn

The Tan Hill Inn

Inside pub where drinkers get snowed in and keeping the lights on costs a fortune

The Black Horse Inn in Chester-Le-Street as owners reveal major refurbishment progress ahead of a hoped-for reopening.

The Black Horse Inn in Chester-Le-Street as owners reveal major refurbishment progress ahead of a hoped-for reopening.

County Durham pub teases opening announcement 'very soon' as work progresses on refit

Barman Jonathan Buxton helping put up the Christmas decorations.

Barman Jonathan Buxton helping put up the Christmas decorations.

Final preparations for festive bar with Home Alone cocktails and self-serve Guinness

The Kirkstyle Inn and Sportsman's Rest has received further national recognition

The Kirkstyle Inn and Sportsman's Rest has received further national recognition

The tiny North East pub that keeps scooping up national awards

Featured on TikTok

Punter on mission to drink at all UK Wetherspoons approves 'unique' County Durham pub

Acting manager Peter Thompson and bartender Jess Stead

Acting manager Peter Thompson and bartender Jess Stead

Village pub reopens after major refresh as diners give it five-star glowing reviews

Honky Tonk's, on Albert Road in Middlesbrough

Honky Tonk's, on Albert Road in Middlesbrough

Popular country bar 'here to stay' amid building sale as bosses announce revamp

Adults across the North East have an array of eerie evenings and fright-filled attractions to choose from this Halloween.

Adults across the North East have an array of eerie evenings and fright-filled attractions to choose from this Halloween.

The top North East Halloween events for over 18s going out this weekend

The Tuns at Sadberge has officially reopened its doors to customers after months of preparation behind the scenes.

The Tuns at Sadberge has officially reopened its doors to customers after months of preparation behind the scenes.

Sadberge village pub with warm atmosphere and homemade desserts reopens doors

The Gate pub in Framwellgate Moor, County Durham, where refurbishment work is under way ahead of a planned reopening.

The Gate pub in Framwellgate Moor, County Durham, where refurbishment work is under way ahead of a planned reopening.

Major makeover begins on County Durham pub ahead of reopening with new bosses

The White Swann in Wighill.

The White Swann in Wighill.

Village pub protection bid rejected but new landlord says it is 'here to stay'

Skeletons and other Halloween characters have taken up residence inside the Darlington pub

Skeletons and other Halloween characters have taken up residence inside the Darlington pub

Darlington pub transformed into haunted house as owners go all out for Halloween

Honky Tonk's, on Albert Road in Middlesbrough

Honky Tonk's, on Albert Road in Middlesbrough

Building home to North East country night spot and sports bar on sale for £799,950

Inside Newcastle's former police station as Hotel Gotham prepares to open restored courtrooms and luxury spaces

Inside Newcastle's former police station as Hotel Gotham prepares to open restored courtrooms and luxury spaces

Ex North East courtroom and police station transformed into unique five-star hotel

The Gate in Framwellgate Moor is set to reopen after announcing it is under new management.

The Gate in Framwellgate Moor is set to reopen after announcing it is under new management.

County Durham pub to reopen with new management months after closing down

General manager Sarah Lowther outside The Coulby Farm in Middlesbrough following the pub's refurbishment and reopening.

General manager Sarah Lowther outside The Coulby Farm in Middlesbrough following the pub's refurbishment and reopening.

Major makeover complete at Middlesbrough pub welcoming customers back

The Crazy Bear hotel

The Crazy Bear hotel

Cultural attractions

UK luxury hotel brand in administration as bookings cancelled and jobs lost

Green Dragon, Stockton

Green Dragon, Stockton

Historic Sam Smith pub shut for three years in Teesside reopens after major makeover

Gary Thorius at The Derby

Gary Thorius at The Derby

North East pub reopens after £322,923 makeover with fresh look and dartboard zone

The Songbird and The Olive Branch in Stockton

The Songbird and The Olive Branch in Stockton

The two pubs connected by a quaint courtyard hidden away by the River Tees

The Buck Inn, Richmond,

The Buck Inn, Richmond,

Much-loved pub closes after 10 years as owners bid emotional farewell

Wetherspoons statement after customer 'asked to leave for wearing poppy'

Marston's 'Pass the Poppy and Raise a Glass' campaign at The Springfield pub in Darlington.

Marston's 'Pass the Poppy and Raise a Glass' campaign at The Springfield pub in Darlington.

Charity Fundraiser

Darlington pub charity event welcomes 106-year-old veteran ahead of 107th birthday

The Black Swan Inn in York is included on the haunted list

The Black Swan Inn in York is included on the haunted list

Inside York’s haunted pubs where some regulars never seem to leave

Some of the North East pubs, restaurants and inns recommended by Northern Echo readers as the region's best spots for a Sunday lunch, including The Copper Mine in Crook, The Black Horse in Ingleton, The Keys in Yarm and The Loft Steakhouse & Grill in

Some of the North East pubs, restaurants and inns recommended by Northern Echo readers as the region's best spots for a Sunday lunch, including The Copper Mine in Crook, The Black Horse in Ingleton, The Keys in Yarm and The Loft Steakhouse & Grill in

All the best Sunday lunch pub spots across North East, according to readers

The Beehive offers a quiet place to enjoy a pub meal.

The Beehive offers a quiet place to enjoy a pub meal.

'Beautiful' Whitley Bay gastropub with 'secret garden' and 'very tasty' food

STACK Newcastle

STACK Newcastle

STACK reveals New Year's Eve plans across North East with ABBA and Ibiza anthems

Giant 3D poppy to arrive at Darlington pub for special veterans fundraising event

Fayre Play has been hailed as an ideal spot for date night or a family day out for its

Fayre Play has been hailed as an ideal spot for date night or a family day out for its

'Playful' North East business on Dragon's Den offers a modern take on fairground fun

Newcastle's pints were found to be cheaper on average than any other university zone.

Newcastle's pints were found to be cheaper on average than any other university zone.

Newcastle Upon Tyne

UK city ranked in top 5 cheapest places to drink for students that's in North East

The Keys in Yarm

The Keys in Yarm

Night spot gets 'elevated' new look with flexible sliding walls in cocktail bar

The Poverina, Normanby

The Poverina, Normanby

North East pub to transform into ‘stadium-style’ sports bar in £280,000 refurb

Crowds pack out Consett cocktail bar as former registry office gets new lease of life

Sherryl Fernandes, Mayor of Northallerton, Cllr Andrew Hugill, Chris Fernandes and Chris and Sherryl's daughter.

Sherryl Fernandes, Mayor of Northallerton, Cllr Andrew Hugill, Chris Fernandes and Chris and Sherryl's daughter.

First look inside North Yorkshire's new Sicilian wine bar as Veeno opens its doors

The Cambridge Hotel on Cambridge Road, Middlesbrough

The Cambridge Hotel on Cambridge Road, Middlesbrough

Sam Smith North East pub to reopen after two-year closure following major makeover

Inside the new ELG Planning office at the former Grange bar

Inside the new ELG Planning office at the former Grange bar

Look inside former Darlington bar as night spot transformed into modern office space

The Old Mill Hotel and Restaurant at Metal Bridge near Durham has earned praise from guests for its generous food portions, cooked breakfasts and convenient location close to the A1.

The Old Mill Hotel and Restaurant at Metal Bridge near Durham has earned praise from guests for its generous food portions, cooked breakfasts and convenient location close to the A1.

Durham hotel near A1(M) where guests can't get enough of the breakfasts

The rear decking area is being replaced and fitted with barrel-style furniture and festoon lighting.

The rear decking area is being replaced and fitted with barrel-style furniture and festoon lighting.

Inside closed village pub as £320k makeover takes shape ahead of major reopening

Guy Martin dropped in to visit The Town Hall Pub and Dining in Richmond

Guy Martin dropped in to visit The Town Hall Pub and Dining in Richmond

Motorsport superstar and TV icon surprises pub landlady ahead of gruelling event