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And there goes 2015 with 2016 racing into view, ready to lap the
long-term leader. This time of year always appears like a Formula
One commentary where did it go? Was summer really that bad? Is
there something we missed? Whoosh.
One things for sure, our pubs and beer producers are growing
ever-more inventive, presenting us with products and events that
reek of imagination and innovation. A new microbrewery seems to be
born every month and as soon as they start finding their feet, the
established ones announce expansion and growth.
Next year will be the same. Tap take-overs not so long ago a
novelty are regular features in our pubs, as are meet the brewer
events and new beer launches. Micro-pubs are springing up in
formerly-redundant plots such as railway arches and long-empty
commercial premises.
Licensees are exploring inventive ways to bring in more custom
on those wet Tuesdays when its easier for customers to stay at
home. Its not easy, but its well worth the effort.
The fact that Wylam Brewery is reviving the Palace of Arts in
Newcastles Exhibition Park and creating one of the best beer
tourism venues in Europe shows the extent of the vision thats
driving the whole North East sector. We live in exciting times
indeed.
Cheers North East too will continue to do its bit by supporting
the regions pubs and bringing the best of their news to the table.
Like everybody else were full of hope and expectation. This year
has been terrific heres to a prosperous 2016 for all.
CheersAlastair GilmourEditor, Cheers North East
Strange things happen in pubs. Cheers North East almost
literally bumped into watercolour artist Paul Goldsmith in one. Had
we not both been in each others way, pints in hand, it might have
been ages before we come across his book of extraordinary paintings
that feature some of Newcastles most significant architecture. Many
of them are pubs and Paul has some amazing tales to tell about each
one some of which he also shares in the book. They call it
serendipity a happy accident but we call it being in the right
place at the right time.And the right place is undoubtedly the
pub.
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NEWS
NEW BREW HAS COFFEE ANCESTRY
Wylam Brewery has launched a vegan-friendly beer with a whole
history of drinking to its name. Slaughterhouse Stout (8.8% abv) is
named after a coffee house in St Martins Lane in London called Old
Slaughters. Opened in 1692 to cater for a new craze for coffee, it
was where the capitals leading intellectuals, dandies and artists
would collect to experience its stimulating qualities. The likes of
Hogarth, Gainsborough, Kent and Roubilac would be seen regularly in
attendance. Water in those days was unfit to drink unless it was
boiled and if it was boiled you might as well make beer out of it,
or this fashionable coffee stuff.
Coffee Houses were seen as more civilised than taverns; places
where men could converse in male company (women were not allowed)
and where great debate and business could be sparked. But to ensure
its clientele was duly entertained, Old Slaughters developed The
Club of Slaughters, an exclusive clique who were afforded access to
a secret room. What went on there we might never know, but it might
even have been vegan.
The Schooner (dubbed the second-best pub in Gateshead by its
owner Dave Campbell) held a Movember Madness charity day in aid of
testicular and prostate cancer as well as other conditions that
affect men in particular. People are encouraged to go unshaven for
a month before whipping all their facial hair off, so barber Barry
Whincup from Scotts in Newcastle brought his chair to The Schooner
to give participants an encounter with a very sharp razor.
It made us think that many pubs across the country double up as
post offices and general stores granted, its no groundbreaking
development but its a trend thats gathering pace as landlords seek
to maximise their customer base. Another idea is to offer a short
back and sides with your pints and shorts.
John Longden, chief executive of industry group Pub is the Hub,
is a big fan of the idea. He says: Two pubs which have recently
introduced hairdressing include The Star Inn in Vogue, Cornwall,
and The Glanyrafron Arms at Talgarreg, Ceredigion, Wales. Not only
do
the pubs benefit, but the hairdressers seem to enjoy better
trade from their new surroundings.
North East pubs that fit the bill? The Trimmers Arms in South
Shields perhaps, or maybe The RockQuiff Arms in Whitley Bay, or The
Beehive or (stop it, thats enough, Ed).Other barber-ous pub names
to [email protected]
HAIRS THE SHARP END OF CHARITY
Samichlaus Lager from Schloss Eggenberg in Austria is brewed
only once a year on St Nicholas Day, December 6 and aged for 10
months before bottling. Samichlaus (Santa Claus,
14.0% abv), with aromas of brandy and a spicy, fruit-filled
flavour, and reckoned to be the worlds strongest lager, it is so
powerful the brewery issues steins the size of espresso cups for
gentle sipping.
WORLDS STRONGEST LAGER
Chairman: Barber Barry Whincup
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MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY NEW BEER!
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NEWS
TOP TALENT SHOWS FIZZ
A Hexham-based marketing manager has been recognised by a
national magazine as being one of the best in the business. Jaala
Pickering from soft drinks manufacturer Fentimans has been selected
by The Grocer magazine as a Top New Talent working for the biggest
brands and retailers in the country.
The dancer, model and actress (True Blood) was praised by a
judging panel for her ability to interact directly with customers
and for creating events, such as a cigar lounge during the Rugby
World Cup, that make a brand relatable and can change individual
perceptions.
The Stables Brewery, based at Beamish Hall, County Durham, has
presented Beamish Halls summer beer festival winners with their
well-earned certificates. A group of enthusiasts, including Stables
brewer John Taylor, calling themselves The Beer Doctors (two of
them are actually doctors), sampled every one of the 40-plus beers
over the festival weekend, scoring them accordingly.
Overall winner was Wentworth Blueberry Stout. In the 4.5% abv
and over category for local beers, Darwin Rolling Hitch came top
with
Brewlab Heiltrack (brewed by students) runner-up. Winner of the
local beers under 4.5% abv section was Firebrick Pagan Queen runner
up, Rausch Bier from Redscar. The best local dark beer was Sonnet
43 Bourbon Milk Stout with Redscar Poison coming second.
Beamish halls Winter Beer Festival is scheduled for January 22
and Saturday January 23 2016 with more than 90 ales and ciders plus
some terrific music from the likes of Steve Daggett, Junco Partners
and George Shovlin. www.beamish-hall.co.uk for details
Customers and staff at the newly spruced-up Crown Posada in
Newcastle have been chipping in with their loose change all year to
make a donation to charity. To prove that pennies indeed make
pounds, a cheque for 1,000 has been gratefully received by the
Childrens Cancer Fund. A big pat on the back for everybody.
BEER DOCTORS FEEL THE PULSE AND CHOOSE THEIR WINNERS
GRAND EFFORT ALL ROUND
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NEWS
THESE BOOTS ARE MADE FOR PUBBINGA great idea for energetic pub
lovers have a few pints, go for a walk, have a few pints, go for a
walk. A new programme of Boots & Beer Walking Weekenders for
2016 has been announced, based at great country pubs in the regions
favourite walking areas that include the North Yorks Moors and the
Lake District.
A typical weekend starts on a Friday night with an icebreaker
pub evening and also choose an appropriate level of walk for the
Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday night its time for a pub quiz. A
choice of two guided walks each day adventurous or leisurely has
been carefully devised by Mark Reid, a qualified mountain leader
who shares his knowledge of the history, heritage, geology, plants
and wildlife. Since 1997 Mark has walked more than 15,000 miles of
footpaths and written 17 walking guidebooks, including best-selling
Inn Way series. www.walkingweekenders.co.uk
Lake District-based Hawkshead Brewery is continuing its
programme of new releases and collaborations with other like-minded
beer producers.
The fifth beer in its numbered oak aged series has just been
unveiled No5 (8.5% abv) is a matured version of Hawksheads Brodies
Prime Export, aged for nine months in oak casks previously filled
with red wine from Burgundy.
And three versions of Oat Wine a collaboration brew with Wild
Beer Co of Somerset are a take on classic British
barley wine but dominated by oats, not barley. The three are:
Cask Aged (9.0% abv), Cider Brandy
Barrel Aged (9.0% abv) and
Bourbon Barrel Aged (9.0% abv) all richly fruity and spicy.
Other news from Hawkshead includes its annual festive brew
Jingle Fells, now accompanied by a rather fetching t-shirt, while
the draw has been made for the Rainbow Project 2016 which next year
involves seven breweries from New Zealand.
Hawkshead has been paired with the legendary Yeastie Boys for
the competition that has involved UK, international and US brewers
collaborating to produce a beer loosely conceived around the
colours of the rainbow. Hawkshead and Yeastie Boys have been given
the colour green to play around with. Head brewer Matt Clarke is a
Kiwi, so theres bound to be a bit of an edge to his effort.
NEW BEERS DEVELOP FROM OAT CUISINE
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@TheTownWallPub
Yo Ho Ho Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year!
All The Best for 2016 To You & Yours
From All At The Town Wall
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Camerons Brewery has locked horns with one of the regions most
innovative food producers to bring platefuls of variety and quality
to its managed estate, creating up to 12 jobs in the process. The
first floor of the Dun Cow in Sunderland is now operating as a
Longhorns BBQ Smokehouse restaurant.
Longhorns has also over the kitchen at Tilleys, Newcastle, which
sees a new menu introduced with a selection of their renowned meals
and light bites.
Mick Dixon, owner of Longhorns
BBQ Smokehouse, which has developed cannily out of simple street
food, said: Following the success of the two Longhorns in Newcastle
plus a host of events around the North East we feel its the right
time to develop our successful brand into new areas.
Chris Soley, Camerons director and general manager, said:
Longhorns brand of locally-sourced premium smoked meats and bar
snacks is the ideal fit for our diverse range of beers, wines and
spirits. It is fantastic to work together with another great North
East business.
Hadrian Border Brewery has issued a Christmas special Rudolphs
Ruin (5.5% abv) which is a very pale, hoppy beer with orange and
apricot notes and also launched a gluten-free version of
award-winning Grainger Ale (4.6% abv) in cask, keg and bottle.
Hadrian Border is also known for its contributions to charity,
with several good causes around the North East benefitting from a
percentage of appropriate pints sold. The latest beneficiary is
Daft As A Brush cancer charity founded by philanthropist Brian
Burney to transport people from their homes in Northumberland to
hospital appointments. A cheque for 727 has been handed over the
proceeds from 5,040 pints of Daft As A Brush beer sold during
October (252) and 475 from The Boathouse, Wylam, charity day in
November. Well done folks.
WHERE FOOD AND DRINK ARE SHM..O..O..KIN
BREWERYS DAFT IDEAS PROVE POSITIVE
Hopping happy: Martin Hamill, left, and Brian Burney
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NEWS
Seasons Greetings & Happy New Year from all at The Bridge
Tavernwww.TheBridgeTavern.com
ONE IS ENHANCED BY SHERRYA whisky blended from distilleries in
Scotland, England Ireland and Wales has been released under a new
expression. The ONE, from The Lakes Distillery in Cumbria, has been
taken to another level by its creators who have launched an
exclusive sherry cask finished version.
Paul Currie, founder and managing director of The Lakes
Distillery which opened in December 2014, said: Sherry casks are
well established in the industry for maturing whisky but are rarely
used for finishing a blend. We have created a significantly
different whisky with a darker tone and a wonderful taste sweet
honey, subtle fruit and slightly smoky with hints of spice.
A North East playwright is appealing for family members or fans
of a Victorian music hall star to come forward with information on
him. Former Vaux Brewery press officer Ed Waugh is keen to document
the life and times of Ned Corvan, the first professional North East
singer/songwriter and present the story on stage.
Ed, pictured left, says music hall had a close affinity to pubs
with performers honing their talents in front of the fiercest
audiences and not a lot has changed.
He says: Ned Corvan,
who was born in 1827 and died of tuberculosis in 1865, performed
and wrote songs about the North East as a whole. Anti-establisment
to the end, he wrote songs that had resonance with working-class
people that are still relevant today, such as Rise In Small Coals
about energy companies putting up their prices to increase profits
and Sword Dancers Lament, about the depressed economy. Eds previous
play Hadaway Harry transfers to Newcastle Theatre Royal in February
2017. Ed Waugh: 0191 455 0608 or 07960 066 377.
EDS BID IS TO PUT NED TO BED
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NEWS
EVER ROLLIN CAST OF ALES BOTH LOCAL & NATIONAL, LOADS OF
CIDERS IN THE CELLAR
HOME COOKED FOOD 12-8 MON TO SAT AND 12-4 ON SUNDAYTHE BIG RAY
AWARD FOR THE FINEST SHITHOUSE IN GATESHEAD
LIVE MUSIC AT THE SCHOONERDECEMBERSAT 5 THE HOOKAHS 8.30PMSUN 6
BUSKERS 4.30PMTHUR 10 ACOUSTIC SHOWCASE SESSIONS 8.00PMFRI 11 A
TRIBUTE TO MUDDY WATERS 8.30PM (FT. THE KING BEES & STRUGGLE
BUGGY)SAT 12 THE NUTOPIANS 8.30PMSUN 13 LOS PALOMINOS 4.30PM (THE
SCHOONERS 3RD BIRTHDAY)SAT 19 GIG FEAR 8.30PMSUN 20 BIG RAY &
THE HIPTHRUSTERS 4.30PMSUN 27 THE SURESHOTS 4.30PM
JANUARYSUN 3 BUSKERS 4.30PMSUN 10 THE BEEFY LA SLAP TRIO
4.30PMTHUR 14 ACOUSTIC SHOWCASE SESSIONS 8:00PMSAT 16 LOS PALOMINOS
8.30PMSUN 17 THE LOFT BOYS 4.30PMSAT 23 HOKUM HOTSHOTS 8.30PMSUN 24
BERNIE & THE BLUE NOTES 4.30PMSAT 30 THE SOUR MASH TRIO
8.30PMSUN 31 1977 4.30PM
The Red Kite at Winlaton Mill, recently refurbished with new
Food Menu & more...
The Red Kite has a new look with new dining areas, new kitchen,
coffee service and refurbished rest rooms. All meals are made using
fresh, locally
sourced ingredients wherever possible. And, with the exception
of our bread and ice-cream,
everything from the chips to the sauces, are made from scratch
on the premises.
Outside the pub there is a large car park area, planting and
garden furniture to entice walkers on the Derwent Walk and dogs are
very welcome.
Quiz Night Tuesday @ 9pm
1 entry with Prizes and Bar Snacks
Food served daily 12 - 9pm
Sunday Lunch12 - 9pm
Starters & Desserts 3.95 each& Main Course 8.50
from 5pm Sunday Specials available
Spa Well Rd, Winlaton Mill,Blaydon-on-Tyne NE21 6RU. Tel: 0191
414 5840
[email protected]
AVOID THE CROWDS, SHOP IN A BREWERY
GONGS GALORE FOR DURHAM
Tyne Bank Brewery is extending an invitation to those whod
rather sample unique gifts, food and drink in an environment very
different to that of the high street. On Saturday December 12
(11am-5pm) local artisan producers are lined up to present
chocolates, soaps, coffee, pottery, art and more.
Tyne Bank marketing manager Sam Capper says: Well have a pop-up
bar with cask and keg beers that include a nitro keg of our
December special Crme Caramel, with hot spiced cider, soft
drinks and mince pies.
The idea is you can buy unique local gifts to suit a wide range
of budgets, away from the city chaos of and enjoy a brewery-fresh
beer as you shop.
And to enjoy the day even more, Sam reminds us that the Q2 bus
stops very close by the brewery at Hawick Crescent Industrial
Estate, St Lawrence Road, Newcastle NE6 1AS
Durham Brewery has ended an award-winning year with yet another
success. The company won the manufacturing category at the
Federation of Small Businesses regional awards to add to an earlier
gold medal for Bedes Chalice from the British Bottlers Institute
and silver for Finchale Abbaye at the World Beer Awards.
Brewery owner Steve Gibbs who has also been on an export mission
to Milan says: Due to the interest in our 21st anniversary beer
Smoking Blonde, and its subtle smoke and fruit notes, we will be
making some more in the new year.
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The campaign by health groups and lobbyists targeting people to
abstain from alcohol during January has been gathering pace over
the past two or three years. What was a more of a voluntary
decision to dry out after the festive excesses has now wormed its
way into society almost like a new law sponsored by Alcohol
Concern.
While were well aware of the damage that can be done by
consuming vast amounts of alcohol, a month off beer wines and
spirits has been proven to be of no long-term benefit
whatsoever.
The key to this as always is moderation and responsibility. Pubs
can barely survive the quiet winter
months as it is, let alone come up against a wall of sobriety,
so lets sign up to a couple of schemes where we can keep the flag
flying without getting out of control.
At risk of inviting the comment he would say that, we asked Rob
Theakston, managing director of Black Sheep Brewery, what he
thought about Dry January schemes. Rob says: Try January is a
fantastic initiative to introduce quality beer to new drinkers.
There has never been a greater choice of ales available for people
to try with lots of different flavours, ingredients and styles
appealing to more and more people. Lets hope Try January will
encourage drinkers to visit the pub more often.
EVERYONE LOVES A TRIER
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The staff and management of the Twice Brewed would like to
welcome you to the re-opening
of our newly refurbished bar.
With good food, beer and wine, alongsideour cosy new fireplaces,
its the perfect stop
for a cold winters day and night.
Opening times: Monday - Thursday: 11am - 10pm
Friday: 11pm - 11pmSaturday: 10am - 11pmSunday: 10am - 10pm
Food Served:Lunch: 12 noon - 2.30pm
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THE FEATHERS INN
Enjoy a continental evening of food and beer. Get your ticket
now for a fantastic evening of wonderful beers and food. You get
one of each of the three dishes
with drinks included in the price of your ticket.
18 per advance ticket bought before 24th December.
20 tickets sold after Christmas, places strictly limited so get
your tickets early.
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BEER AND FOOD NIGHT FRIDAY 5TH FEBRUARY
ALASTAIR SAWDAYS PUB AWARD 2013-14GOOD PUB GUIDE AWARD WINNER
2015
Brewers new and old are innovating and we are seeing a growth in
the number of pubs and bars which focus on craft ales, so the
opportunity is there for us to use Try January to kick off 2016 as
we mean to go on.
With that endorsement ringing in our ears, were also inviting
readers to take part in #tryanuary (www.twitter.com/tryanuary), a
Twitter-based campaign developed for the good of the trade and not
run for profit. It features a bottled beer as beer of the day for
every day throughout January, with a competition run to win all 31
beers, so its basically a month of discovering, sharing and
enjoying beer together beers that you can also drink in the
pub.
Running alongside that is Try
January, which aims to harness the New Year resolution mindset
during an otherwise dark month and transform it into something
positive and fun. Pubs can inspire customers by introducing
exciting Dry January options.
We applaud the virtue of people changing something about
themselves for the better but this has resulted in many of them
staying indoors rather than putting themselves in social situations
which are actually beneficial, particularly to mental health,
depression and wellbeing.So, try something new in January; visit a
different pub; sample an unfamiliar style of beer; treat yourself
to a cocktail, go out for lunch, or discover the world of wine. Try
January, its all there for you in the pub.
IVE USED UP ALL MY SICK DAYS SO IM CALLING IN DRUNK. HENNY
YOUNGMAN
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Newcastles rich architectural heritage is well documented but it
often takes someone elses vision to appreciate what we invariably
scurry past. Great fortified structures can often be taken for
granted, as are historic houses, sturdy columns, graceful bridges
and Victorian arcades.
Pubs too have earned their right to be examined more closely
those balustrades, that cornice and this roofline add up to much
more than a simple drinking house. We see them every day but there
are personal stories wrapped up every one of them and thats one
reason that watercolour artist Paul Goldsmith has been painting
Newcastles buildings for the last 16 years.
Gateshead-born Paul has long been intrigued by the tales
passers-by tell him about a scene he is laying out on paper in
front of them. And its these comments from strangers told through
their great memories and bad experiences that have given his work a
different perspective and depth.
So, for two years hes been working towards producing a new set
of paintings for a book, Visions Of Newcastle, which arent just
representations of fine architecture but are animated with wit,
personality and character.
People always commented about my work, saying I should do a
book, says Paul, putting a few finishing strokes to his version of
the stained glass windows at the Crown Posada. So with some Arts
Council funding which went towards paper and paints it all helps I
got started. I thought
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Newcastle deserved it; we have so many beautiful buildings and I
wanted to document them.
Paul is never short of anecdotes about every image in his
magnificent book and he appears to revel in the reactions of
observers as much as he enjoys the creative process of portraying
the likes of the Theatre Royal, The Beehive, Laing Art Gallery and
Bridge Hotel. Sitting on his fold-up stool in the street with a
small drawing board on his knee gave him a unique insight into
human behaviour. There were people who loved what he was doing and
told him so, while some would tell him it was about time he got a
proper job. Others would approach him with coffee, milk and
sugar.
One guy came back and gave me a bottle of cognac, he says.
Fantastic. Beggars would come and sit beside me because I was
attracting attention. I didnt mind that at all.
They would say, I wish I had the opportunity to do that. Id tell
them, go to Poundland, pick up a pad of paper and a pack of pencils
and have a go and theyve come back saying its the best thing Ive
ever done. I tell them to keep it up.
One said thank you very, very much; Im homeless and it distracts
from the emptiness of it all.
Paul got his first set of watercolours when he was 11 years old
and sold his first painting then, too. He got 11/6 for it and
promptly gave it to his mother (It was a bit
tight then). He kept sixpence back though and took his
girlfriend to the pictures.
It wasnt all rosy, however. He says: I was dyslexic and couldnt
read and write, but that wasnt diagnosed until I was 19. I was
classed as educationally subnormal. I went on to get three A-levels
and a BA Hons degree. Ive been teaching for 27 years including
special needs groups through that. I tell them if I can do it, you
can do it.
Paul makes his own watercolours, grinding raw pigment and mixing
it with gum arabic and teaches the art of craft. He is adamant that
anybody can draw and paint. Give them the tools to make marks on
paper and theyll discover whats inside them.
Doing this Ive learned so much about Newcastle, he says. One day
he might get a proper job.
*Visions of Newcastle by Paul Goldsmith (Zymurgy Publishing,
14.99) is available in all good bookshops.
Glass act: Paul Goldsmith at the Crown Posada, Newcastle
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BREWERIES
IN CONVERSATION WITH... ANDY AITCHISON,
NORTHERN ALCHEMY
STARTERS? Weve been brewing for 18 months now the first beers
were for the Cumberland Arms beer festival in June 2014. Since then
its been frenetic, non-stop, and a whole heap of fun. At the moment
we could sell more beer than we can make.
As this year has progressed weve
Northern Alchemy (flavour-led craft beers) is based in a former
shipping container next door to the Cumberland
Arms in Byker, Newcastle. It may be small but the plans are big.
We follow up with news from around the brewery scene
WELL JUST HAVE TO WAIT AND SEE. IT WOULD BE LUSH, THOUGH
PLANS? Were brewing three times a week at present and that way
we can just about manage to keep up with demand. Thatll be the case
until we get a 10-barrel kit and the brewery we have now will
become our pilot plant. Weve got plans for a bigger brewery and wed
love to be able to stay here
found we cant make it fast enough. Its going all over the
country through distributors to the likes of York, Manchester and
Northern Ireland where were doing a Meet The Brewer event in the
new year. A collaboration with BrewDog was a great way of us
getting our beer around the country to 24 different venues.
at the Cumberland Arms, but this is a conservation area and wed
have to get lots of local authority approvals, so well just have to
wait and see. It would be lush, though.
Weve just taken on Jamie Hall which is a good move. Weve been
borrowing staff from the Cumberland Arms for a day at a time and
it
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TRADITIONAL PUB WITH REAL ALES A REAL FIRE AND A WARM
WELCOME
Station Road, Wylam, NE41 8HRTelephone: 01661 853431
Follow us @Boathouse Wylam & Like us on
12 Handpulls - 12 Ciders/Perrys
Back by popular demand Pie & Peas!
Toasties, sandwiches, snacks and a selectionof coffees available
everyday
LIVE MUSICSaturday 12th December
The Loft Boys - starts at 8pm
BUSKERS NIGHTS - TUESDAYSDecember 15th (Christmas sing along)
& 29th
January 12th & 26th, February 9th & 23rd
KARAOKE NIGHTS - SATURDAYSNovember 28th & December 19th
(Christmas sing along)
DATE FOR YOUR DIARYSaturday 27th February 2015
The FANTASTIC Riff Raff - starts 8pm
CHRISTMAS DAYOpen 12 noon until 3pm
Lynsey, Mark, James & all the staff would like to wish all
their customers a very Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year
BREWERIES
Bookings now being taken
Christmas FAYRE
17.50 Per PersonPre-bookings only
1st December - 30th December (Excluding Christmas Day)
Monday to Thursday 12pm - 8pm Friday to Sunday 12pm - 8.30pm
OpenHOURS
CHRISTMAS DAY 11pm - 3pm Drinks Only
BOXING DAY 12pm - 10.30pm
NEW YEARS EVE 12pm - 1am
NEW YEARS DAY
Food Served 12pm - 5pm
Food Served 12pm - 5pm
12pm - 10.30pm
Prudhoe Station | Prudhoe | NE42 6NP
for reservations
(01661)832323please call:
lot of time discussing whens the best time to add them to the
brew.
Our latest beer is Whole Coffee Bean and Toasted Coconut which
we produced for the Hanging Bat pub in Edinburgh. Its great to be
able to do that sort of thing on our small kit if we were doing 10
barrels of that it would take a while to shift, but when youre
doing small amounts its always pre-sold so theres not much
risk.
SUCCESSES? Our Marmalade and Assam Tea IPA has become a core
beer after being developed with the Hop On The Bike beer bloggers
from Manchester. Its basically marmalade on toast with a cup of tea
we couldnt not make it now.
Another core beer is 60-Minute Continuously Hopped Pilsner which
has been available at Bierrex in Newcastle every day since it
opened. Weve brewed that more than any other beer. On the other
hand, were also doing a Blueberry and Banana Milkshake
beer.Northern Alchemy, James Place Street, Newcastle NE6 1LD.
wearenorthernalchemy.com
became clear we needed someone full-time. Jamie showed a lot of
aptitude.
INSPIRATION? All our inspiration comes from cooking ingredients
and we try as many different ways as possible to get the best out
of them and spend a
Shipping beer: Andy Aitchison, left, and Jamie Hall
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THE WHITE SWAN (OVINGHAM)Only a 2 minute walk from Prudhoe train
station!
Open every day from 12 noon
REAL ALES ON TAPNEW Menu - food served everyday - Daily Specials
Board
Traditional Sunday Lunch 12 noon - 5 pmBeer Garden with
childrens play area - Families & cyclists
welcome - Dog friendly
QUIZ NIGHT EVERY TUESDAY - starts 9.15 pm free supper!
ENTERTAINMENT NIGHTSDecember: Fri 11th - e Beehives, Sat 12th -
Jade,
u 17th - Buskers Night, Sat 19th - GladstoneJanuary: New Years
Day - Den & Clive, e Hamstrings, Lyrical Whisky
Fri 8th - Midlife Crisis, Sat 16th - Lounge Lizards,Fri 22nd -
Diablo, Fri 29th - Borderland
CHRISTMAS FAYRE MENUCream of Leek & Potato Soup, served with
warm bread roll & butterCream of Leek & Potato Soup, served
with warm bread roll & butter
Craysh Cocktail, craysh tails bound in a citrus mayonnaise,
nestled on a Craysh Cocktail, craysh tails bound in a citrus
mayonnaise, nestled on a mound of dressed salad and served with
brown bread & buttermound of dressed salad and served with
brown bread & butter
Chicken Liver Pate, served with salad garnish, Cumberland sauce
& melba toastChicken Liver Pate, served with salad garnish,
Cumberland sauce & melba toast
Creamy Garlic Button Mushrooms served in a lo basketCreamy
Garlic Button Mushrooms served in a lo basket
Roast Northumbria Turkey Breast, served with traditionalRoast
Northumbria Turkey Breast, served with traditionalRoast Northumbria
Turkey Breast, served with traditionaltrimmings & pan
justrimmings & pan justrimmings & pan justrimmings &
pan jus
Slow Braised Daube of Beef, cooked with tomatoes,Slow Braised
Daube of Beef, cooked with tomatoes,Slow Braised Daube of Beef,
cooked with tomatoes,Slow Braised Daube of Beef, cooked with
tomatoes,Slow Braised Daube of Beef, cooked with tomatoes,Slow
Braised Daube of Beef, cooked with tomatoes,mushrooms &
tarragonmushrooms & tarragonmushrooms & tarragonmushrooms
& tarragonmushrooms & tarragon
Poached Cod Fillet knapped with a saron & craysh
saucePoached Cod Fillet knapped with a saron & craysh
saucePoached Cod Fillet knapped with a saron & craysh
saucePoached Cod Fillet knapped with a saron & craysh
saucePoached Cod Fillet knapped with a saron & craysh sauce
Lemon & Thyme RisottoLemon & Thyme RisottoLemon &
Thyme RisottoLemon & Thyme RisottoLemon & Thyme Risotto
All served with potatoes & season vegetables All served with
potatoes & season vegetables All served with potatoes &
season vegetables All served with potatoes & season
vegetables
Christmas Pudding & Brandy sauceChristmas Pudding &
Brandy sauceChristmas Pudding & Brandy sauce
Sherry TrieSherry TrieSherry Trie
Dark Chocolate Brownie & Ice CreamDark Chocolate Brownie
& Ice CreamDark Chocolate Brownie & Ice CreamDark Chocolate
Brownie & Ice Cream
Trio of Blackberrys Ice CreamTrio of Blackberrys Ice CreamTrio
of Blackberrys Ice CreamTrio of Blackberrys Ice Cream
Coee & Sweet Mince Pies
18.95
Roast Northumbria Turkey Breast, served with traditional
THE WHITE SWAN (OVINGHAM)
Main Road, Ovingham, Northumberland, NE42 6AG | Tel: 01661 833
188 | www.whiteswan-ovingham.co.uk
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BREWERIES
ARTISAN BREW CO
A Tyneside pub that escaped flattening by developers a couple of
years ago has survived, thrived and launched its own, in-house
brewery. The team at the Three Mile Inn, Gosforth headed by Chris
Shorter decided to turn from bar staff to brewers after chatting to
some of their beer-loving customers, who even helped with
formulating recipes.
Now, with the help of a state-of-the-art micro-brewery in the
venues cellar, they have created two core ales with plans to add
seasonal and special lines over the coming months.
Artisan Brew Cos inaugural ales
are Simple Blonde, a full-flavoured golden pale ale, and ABC
IPA, a classic, copper-coloured ale with the aroma of traditional
English Fuggles hops.
As yet, the ales are currently only available at The Three Mile
Inn, but there are plans to roll them out across other Tyneside
venues owned by Malhotra Group, the pubs owner.
CREDENCE BREWING Credence is a new microbrewery based in Amble,
Northumberland, with a leaning towards balance and drinkability in
its beers. The intention of Matt Taylor and Michael Graham is to
highlight exciting flavours, appearance, mouthfeel and
drinkability.
Blonde (4.0% abv) is crafted using Northumbrian heritage malt
with touches of German malt to add complexity, sweetness and body
and hopped with American varieties. Porter (4.4% abv) uses no fewer
than 11 varieties of barley, rye and wheat to give a smooth, robust
porter, while IPA (5.5% abv) has crisp and clean flavours rolling
over one another to provide a long-living taste.
Credences official launch took place late last month at The
Barrels Ale House in Berwick.
ERRANT BREWERY Errant Brewery opened in Newcastle in October in
the arches beneath the King Edward Bridge. The hard-working
brewhouse is tucked in among car mechanics and fitness studios amid
the regular thunder of overhead trains.
Brewer Tom Meads had been brewing for more than five years
for West Berkshire Brewery while Martyn Stockley come from a
marketing & PR background.
Martyn says: Showpiece beers are nice and all but were all
about
beers that people can have pint after pint of. As drinkers were
both very different as Tom is fond of an old English bitter,
whereas I much prefer a hoppy American IPA. Our beers are usually a
fusion of both inputs.
Tusk (5.5% abv) is a take on a classic English-style IPA; Knight
Session Ale (3.5% abv) is the workhorse of the portfolio, and
Silent Knight Spiced Porter (4.5% abv) is Errants contribution to
the Christmas spirit a classic winter warmer.
MITHRIL BREWERY Mithril Brewery has had a great year, according
to owner Pete Fenwick. I saw no drop in the usually quiet months,
he says. The Aldbrough St John (near Darlington) micro is renowned
for an ever-changing range of ales that take on current themes. For
example, Panto Pale (4.0% abv) has been formulated with the
pantomime season in mind. New for 2016 include Try January (3.7%
abv) an amber beer to counter the Dry January movement, and Haggis
Hunter (3.9% abv) which celebrates Burns Night on January 25.
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AWARDS
REGIONAL CAMRA PUB OF THE YEAR 2015
WISHING OUR CUSTOMERS A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A BIG THANK YOU FOR
YOUR SUPPORT IN 2015WISHING OUR CUSTOMERS A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A
BIG WISHING OUR CUSTOMERS A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A BIG THANK YOU FOR
YOUR SUPPORT IN 2015
The Steamboat
27 MILL DAM, SOUTH SHIELDS, NE33 1EQ (0191) 454 0134
DOG FRIENDLY PUB
Whats OnSat: Mr Qs Karaoke
Sun: Free Pool (3pm - 6pm) / Bingo / QuizMon: Marstons Monday
Games Night
Tue: Killer Pool NightWed: Mr Vs Lets Play Darts
Thurs: Poker Night
Sean, Jane & the Quilty Family would like to offer you a
warm welcome to the Woodman Inn
Cask Ales Light Bight MenuLarge Beer Garden Events /
Functions
23 Gilesgate, Durham, DH11 1QW | M: 0191 680
8317www.woodmaninn.co.uk | E: [email protected]
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NUMBER TWENTY2Traditional Alehouse & Canteen
Enjoy up to 13 REAL ALESplus 9 CONTINENTAL BEERSTo compliment
our great ale and beers, we offer 20 wines by the glass plus
selected malt whiskies and cognac.
Sandwiches & Bar Snacks are served Mon - Sat 12pm - 7pm
www.villagebrewer.co.uk
Campaigning on behalf of lovers of real ale
22 Coniscliffe Rd, Darlington01325 354 590
Open 6 Days A Week: Monday - Saturday
Heineken-owned Star Pubs & Bars has been recognising the
most outstanding licensees from its 1,100-strong national pub
estate. Categories at its annual awards ranged from family-friendly
pubs to sports bars and also involved team training, food,
responsibility and community categories.
And the regions pubs did very well, with the eventual Star Pub
of the Year being awarded to The Staith House in North Shields. The
City Tavern in Newcastle took the Perfect Pint category, while The
Mill, Stokesley, Teesside, was awarded Best Bar Team.
In little over 24 months, The Staith House has risen from a pub
that nobody would go near into a top-notch establishment with a
soaring reputation, playing a major role in North Shields Fish
Quays regeneration. It was also recently voted the countrys best
food pub in the Publicans Morning Advertiser Great British Pub
Awards.
Relentless insistence on high quality, locally-sourced
ingredients (such as roast loin of fallow deer), plus sell-out
taster evenings keep local food enthusiasts interest high. Making
their own bread, butter and cheese is also a huge commitment. Beers
include Deuchars IPA and Krusovice from the Czech Republic.
The City Tavern in Newcastle is immediately stylish, but it also
manages to fend off any preconceived ideas of exclusiveness. Its
friendly, embracing and welcoming. The transformation from its
previous pub life has been described by Simon Theakston, chairman
of family brewer T&R Theakston, as the best pub refurbishment I
have ever seen, which isnt a bad comment to have on your CV.
Among the eight handpulls are the hugely popular house ales City
Tavern Ale and Bar Hound Ale brewed by Caledonian and Theakstons
respectively light and quaffing or copper-hued with
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a touch of malt. Whisky and gin are specialities and there are
plenty of water bowls and doggy treats for four-legged
companions.
In the 12 months to April 2014, The Mill in Stokesley took
64,000 in drinks. In the same period to April 2015 the figure was
just short of 350,000 all down to Team Mill, says licensee Alex
Cook. The team concept runs through everything the pub does.
Everyone customer, staff or passer-by is involved in Team Mill.
Alex Cook even has the words tattooed on his arm, along with the
date he took over the pub (28.02.2014).
The food is high quality with the legendary Teesside parmos on
the menu alongside duck breast and Barnsley chop.
The Mill is a particularly well-designed pub with a sun-trap
beer garden and a range of beers that include Theakstons Lightfoot
and Black Bull Bitter, leading The Mill to become a destination for
folks from an area 30 miles distant, down to the surrounding
affluent chimney pots.
And, you should see the toilets
City Tavern, Newcastle
Staith House, North Shields
The Mill, Stokesley
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fantastic Sunday Lunches 12pm - 8pm
The Manor House Inn, Carterway Heads, Northumberland. DH8 9LX
Tel: 01207 255 268 Email [email protected]
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THE TONIC THATS GIN
The licensed trades current success story is the renaissance of
one of the worlds greatest spirits and
we are at the sharp end, writes Alastair Gilmour
Its possibly the best reference to gin ever and one of the most
memorable lines in movie history. Rick (Humphrey Bogart) sits
filling glass after glass, alone in his bar in the wee sma hours.
Sam the piano player is trying in vain to get him to stop and go to
bed, but there are too many things on his mind. He mumbles: Of all
the gin joints in all the towns, in all the world, she walks into
mine
Gin still has that cachet of being clandestine, hovering outside
the law, and a hidden pleasure to be sampled like forbidden fruit.
This is despite its history being accurately traced back to the 9th
Century medical school at Salerno in Italy which was founded by
Benedictine monks.
Gin has gone into and out of fashion countless times since, and
it is going through another huge revival.
Vicki Ramsay Hammonds degree in chemistry has come in handy for
distilling gin at the award-winning pub, Number Twenty 2 in
Darlington. Taking up a corner of the pubs microbrewery is a small
copper still which uses the mash for making beer to convert into
alcohol and gins with the ability to take the breath away.
The first batch of gin that bar manager Vicki produced contained
22 botanicals, for obvious reasons. This was a spirit to savour on
its own without going near a mixer, a slice of lemon or ice.
There were quite a lot of herbs in it, she says. I used rosemary
and thyme and some pomegranate along with the usual botanicals. The
second batch we made was completely different using lemon, thyme
and rose which was brilliant.
This is small batch distilling, as in tiny batch,
with only four bottles coming off the first production, 18 in
the second and nine for the third batch which was autumn fruit
based with ripe apple and plum to the fore.
Vicki says: Many distilleries buy vodka in then add flavours,
but we make everything from scratch, so its very difficult to
produce large amounts at a time. Were also doing it differently
every time, such as the first one when we steeped everything in
pure alcohol for 48 hours before putting it through the still. Its
good making gin in such small batches because we can play around
with it. Were making improvements as we go. Ive also learned a lot
about making beer from working in the microbrewery.
The gin has gone down really well with the pubs customers one of
them wanted to buy the first four bottles but so far we just want
to sell it over the bar (Vicki kept number one though). Another
thought it was the worst thing hed ever tasted.
People like the idea of the batches and bottles being numbered.
One customer wants to buy the seventh bottle from the seventh batch
007 007.
Vicki recommends Fever Tree tonics as mixers but reveals Number
Twenty 2 actually makes its own, following the tonic principle but
with cucumber and basil.
Meanwhile in Newcastle, a new venture called The Newcastle Gin
Company was set up earlier this year by Durham Distillery and North
East leisure company Vaulkhard Group at Bealim House ( formerly
Fluid Bar) in the citys Gallowgate. A 400-litre, custom-built
copper gin still one of the largest in the country has been
installed behind bullet-proof glass on
SPIRITS
ONE CUSTOMER WANTS TO BUY THE SEVENTH BOTTLE FROM THE SEVENTH
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SPIRITS
Its a dogs life:Frank gets ready to enjoy his bowl of Woof
beer
Right: Finley is thinking, Hurry up with that bottle opener.
the ground floor of the multi-storey venue.Durham Distillery is
based in Langley Park
on the outskirts of Durham City. Its pride and joy is Lily, a
handmade, 400-litre copper pot still.All stills have to have a name
or a reference mark registered with HMRC Lily was born in Portugal
with the number 7713. The still has a gin basket, which holds some
of the botanicals, and a worm tub a traditional cooling system
which turns the vapour into gin.
Its powered by a steam generator which heats the mix of
botanicals, the alcohol and spring water, producing 200 litres at a
time with each batch taking several days to make.
Elsewhere, Whitbarrow Nature Reserve near Kendal in Cumbria is
one of only a few places in England with abundant natural
regeneration of juniper, so what better place to source the prized
berries for The Lakes Distillerys recent annual juniper foraging
day. The Lakes Distillery (which has its head office in Gosforth,
Newcastle) has permission to use wild Cumbrian juniper in the
production of gin, thanks to its close relationship with Cumbria
Wildlife Trust, one of the distillerys local charity partners.
As well as juniper, of the 14 in total botanicals, there are six
found locally which include meadowsweet from Dubwath Silver Meadows
just a mile from the distillery as well as local bilberry, heather,
hawthorn and mint.
Sunderland-based Poetic License Independent Small Batch
Distillery launched its range of craft spirits into the market at
Londons Boutique Bar Show in September to an enthusiastic reception
from gin experts. The distillery is based within the Poetic License
bar, owned by Tavistock Leisure which opened in March 2015 near
Roker Pier. Its 500-litre pot still, Gracie, is situated in full
view of customers.
Poetic Licences three launch products have been in development
since the turn of the year to perfect the recipes; Northern Dry Gin
(43.2% abv), Old Tom Gin (41.6% abv) and Graceful Vodka at 40.4%
abv. Northern Dry Gin is a regional twist with a big kick of
juniper as well as some more contemporary additions, such as green
cardamom and Persian lime for powerful floral and citrus flavours.
In contrast, Old Tom Gin is aged with oak and its sweeter style is
achieved entirely with botanicals such as hibiscus and rose which
also impart colour to give the spirit a rose-gold tinge. Graceful
Vodka gained its name from its glorious smoothness.
As for the Poetic License name, Mark Hird, managing director of
Tavistock Hospitality, says: Poetic License stems from the want to
do things differently. Being independent, we have the freedom
deviate from conventional rules, often resulting in something a bit
weird and a bit wonderful, but thats the joy of it.
As Sam the piano player in Ricks Bar sang: The fundamental
things apply, as time goes by.
Vicki Ramsay Hammond at Number Twenty 2 in Darlington with
bottles of
bespoke gin and vodka (G and V). Photo: Peter Skelton
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Punk rocks: Simon and Dawn Miles, Anarchy Brew Co
Units 10-11, Blaydon Business Centre, Cowen Road, Blaydon on
Tyne. NE21 5TWTel: (0191) 447 6543 Email:
[email protected] www.rebrickbrewery.com
HERITAGE RANGE MYSTICAL RANGE
GREAT BEER LOCALLY BREWED
A companys brand creates and maintains a reputation for its
customers. But it extends further than sticking a logo on
everything; a strong brand interacts with customers, suppliers and
employees alike. So, it can make a business stand out in a crowded,
competitive market.
When Morpeth-based Anarchy Brew Co decided its A-logo striking
as it is needed a bit of help, owners Simon and Dawn Miles took a
long, hard look around at what was being done elsewhere. Eventually
they turned to Marc Ross and Jonny Seal at Dirty Hand, a
multi-disciplined Newcastle design company that works very
effectively in the regions leisure industry.
It all kicked off when we had to change our name from Brew Star,
says Simon Miles. Another brewing company thought Brew Star was
too
similar their own name and started to get heavy, so Anarchy was
born.
We never had the opportunity to bring changes into the new name
because we were so busy. We knew what we wanted, but had no time to
think.
Simon and Dawn had seen Dirty Hands work at Dat Bar in Newcastle
and thought it was the way to go. When client and designer met they
felt comfortable with each other and understood what was required
which is vital.
Simon says: We got ideas from the guys who work here at the
brewery we involved everybody. Marc sat and listened and understood
what we wanted right from the beginning. We felt a synergy.
One strong idea that emerged straight away was that the branding
would have a Punk aesthetic using
IN BRAND WE TRUST
Like-minded people have created memorable styling for a North
East brewery, writes
Alastair Gilmour
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BRANDING
Product placement: The Anarchy range. Below, Marc Ross, right,
and Johnny Seal
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newspaper-style typography with a DIY look involving headlines,
intros, cross-heads and cut-and-paste, torn-up lettering.
We started off with a brainstorming session, says Marc Ross. We
all sat together and got to know what we were all about. It wasnt
just us going away and coming back with something. Simon had a lot
of ideas in his head but wasnt sure what was possible.
All the labels have funny little stories; everybody sits and
reads them as theyre drinking. That was the idea all along.
It wasnt just the more obvious beer labels that got the Dirty
Hands treatment, but the colour, shape and size of the bottles
themselves, backed by posters, t-shirts, advertising and web
design. On the labelling, small
news story paragraphs describe a little of what to expect inside
the bottle, but arent tasting notes in the traditional sense. The
wording fades, smudges and dances in and out of focus like passages
in a scrunched-up newspaper would do. One thing
is, the branding is memorable. Crucially, so is the beer.
Now, not only do bottle shops and distributors want Anarchy
beer, but the posters and merchandising to
boot with one national company requesting framed
images for their new offices.Marc Ross admits he was a huge
beer fan anyway, but only got a taste of what brewing was all
about when he met Simon and Dawn. He says: Anarchy was a dream
client; we were on the same wavelength, and it was a good, fun
project.
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World wine expert Oz Clarke was in Newcastle recently,
conducting a wine masterclass and a food matching dinner in the
company of North East-based Guest Wines. During a preview
conversation with Cheers he outlined a handful of wines that would
sit well on the Christmas dinner table.
Shiraz from all over the world is still tremendous, he said, and
everyone should try English sparkling wines this year. But dont
forget others such as Argentinian Malbec from the Uco Valley or
Beaujolais when you dont want a big beast of a wine.
Garnacha from Southern Spain is terrific not the big oak ones,
but those from old vines that are fermented in concrete vats with
not an oak barrel near them. Bone dry Asti Spumante as cold as your
fridge will allow is great with Christmas pud when everyone is
exhausted and needs waking up. And finish off with a rich Liqueur
Muscat from Australia.
We invited a selection of the regions wine merchants to suggest
one or two from their lists:
MICHAEL JOBLING WINESKaleau Malbec, Uco Valley, Mendoza,
Argentina (7.74). A great mouth-filling, approachable wine which is
full of flavour. Stanton & Killeen Rutherglen Muscat, Australia
(13.50). This is liquid Christmas pudding in a bottle.Tel: 0191 378
4554 www.michaeljoblingwines.com
GUEST WINESHerbert Hall Sparkling Brut 2013, Kent, England (12%
abv). Lots of bubbles with fresh lemon cooked pastries with hints
of red apple running through from beginning to the end a great
all-rounder with or without food. Great for Christmas Day. Herbert
Hall is a small producer in the Kent countryside with just nine
acres, growing only Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes
and producing just two sparkling wines a white blend of the three
varieties and a ros.www.guestwines.com
WINES TO INSPIRE
AT CHRISTMAS
FESTIVE WINES
Rising SunTheCRAWCROOK
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 12-23:30Saturday to Sunday
12-midnight
Bank Top, Ryton, Tyne and Wear NE400191 413 3316
We would like to wish all ofour customers and friends a merry
Christmas and a Happy New Year
Christmas Markets 19th & 20th December
10-5pm Saturday & 11-5pm Sunday
3 course Christmas Party Menusnow available for just 24.95
includes
a glass of Prossecco
Christmas Day lunch 34.95 - 4 courseKids and small portions
16.95
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Live Entertainment in December Friday 4th Dec - The
MudskippersFriday 11th - Stormy Mondays band
Friday 18th - The Spiral Kings.All bands start from 9pm
Willi guitar Watson live everySunday from 5-19:30
New Years Day The Pretty Weeds live from 2pm
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Steak night every night includingSunday evening
Sunday night from 6pm we haveTapas, Pies and peas with discounts
& o ersSunday lunch 1, 2 or 3 courses available.
Happy Tuesdays 6-9pmour version of happy hour.
Cocktails
Christmas at The Rising Sun
Expert choice: Oz Clarke
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REHILLS OF JESMONDMasi Tupungato, Valle de Uco Malbec-Corvina
(14.5% abv, 22.59) uses an ancient technique of obtaining greater
concentrations of aromas and flavours from its grapes during the
drying process. This style was first developed in Italy and taken
to Argentina. Rugged tannins, stalky berry fruit with herbal aromas
and a dry, crisp palate make a fantastic wine.Jesmond Road,
Newcastle NE2 1LB. Tel: 0191 281 4499.
THE PIP STOPNyetimber Classic Cuve English Sparkling Wine (12%
abv, 10% discount from 27.99 to 25.19). Aged six years, this is
rich and toasty but with great freshness. The palate has complex
fruit flavours and exceptional length.McPhersons Shiraz Mourvedre
from Australia (8.07, down from 9.49). A fantastic wine that
recently received its fourth gold medal. A popular drink in the
chilly months of winter, its full-bodied with rich dark berry,
leather and spice flavours.The Old Garage, Maiden Law, Durham DH7
0QS. www.thepipstop.co.uk
CHEERS CHOICEWe like the juicy mix of dark fruit and peppery
spice in this Chilean Malbec (13% abv, 8.99) from Bin 21 in Hexham
initially attracted by what we thought was Steve McQueen on his TT
650 Triumph in The Great Escape, the classic Christmas movie. Its
actually a depiction of Chilean revolutionary Che Guevaras 1947
Model 18 Norton, nicknamed La Poderosa (The Powerful One).
Incidentally, this red wine is a fantastic match with white meat.
www.bin21.com
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GIFTS FEATURE
WYLAM BREWERY MINI KEGSFive litres of beer awesomeness in your
very own mini keg. The brewers at Wylam have been busy filling
these mini wonders with Angel, Winter Magick,Collingwood, Red Kite
and JAKEHEAD!!!You can find them whilst stocks last at Mmm and Glug
(Grainger Market, Newcastle), Rehills (Jesmond)and Coppers 8 till 8
(Gosforth)Priced from 22www.wylambrewery.co.uk
THE FEATHERSBeer and food night, Friday February 5 2016Enjoy a
continental evening of food and beer.Get your ticket now for a
fantastic evening of wonderful beers and food. You get one of each
of the three dishes with drinks included in the price
of your ticket. A pint of Kozel 4% Czech Larger with our
versions of Czech specialities. Beer cheese, pickled herrings and
pigs head terrine with rye bread and gherkins.Kozel is an
easy-to-drink, well balanced and flavoursome Czech beer. Theres
nothing quite like the authentic flavour of Kozel, an award-winner
brewed in the Bohemian village of Velk Popovice from the finest
Saaz hops, Pilsner malted barley and soft forest spring water. Its
well-balanced flavour and delicious hoppy
aroma have remained the same since 1874.A pint of Pilsner
Urquell 4.4% abv. with pheasant schnitzel, sauerkraut and mushroom
sauce.The first batch was brewed in Plzen in Bohemia on October 5
1842. Five weeks later, on November 11, the beer
was first drunk in the town. A golden beer the worlds first
golden beer was fresh, clear and refreshing with a hint of caramel
sweetness and a fragrant, balanced hop bitterness. It was an
immediate success and a proud moment for the city of Plzen. Since
that day the recipe has remained the same.18 per advance ticket
bought before December 24.20 tickets sold after Christmas, places
strictly limited so get your tickets early.thefeathers.netHedley on
the Hill, Stocksfield, Northumberland NE43 7SW / 01661 843607
CAMERONS BREWERY
A new book charting the history of Camerons Brewery in
Hartlepool would make the perfect stocking-filler for your
beer-loving loved ones. The History of the Lion Brewery has been
compiled by Marie-Louise McKay, manager of Camerons Brewery Visitor
Centre, and was released as the brewery hit its landmark 150th year
anniversary.The Lion Brewery is one of the oldest businesses in
Hartlepool and the book charts its full history from 1835 when
William Waldon first came to the town. There are references to
owners, take-overs, beers, brands, adverts, machinery, transport
and the staff.The book also lists the other breweries that once
existed in West Hartlepool and the Headland.Marie-Louise (pictured)
said: I started working at the Visitor Centre in 2004 and
immediately
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noticed the wealth of historical data there. I knew that if I
was interested then other people would be too, so I began to
collate the information.Its taken a few years to put together,
ensuring the validity of facts and gathering pictorial evidence but
Im extremely pleased with the finished product.The History of the
Lion Brewery (12) is available from Camerons Brewery Visitor
Centre, Stockton Street, Hartlepool TS24 7QS and Atkinsons Print in
Church Street, Hartlepool.Alternatively, it can be ordered direct
from the brewery: 01429 868686 or [email protected]
BLACK SHEEP BREWERYBlack Sheep Brewery has so much to offer any
real ale fan, whether
its your perfect case, a bespoke hamper or a tour of the working
brewery. True to their name, they are always
thinking outside the box and trying out new brews in their
perfectly scaled down five-barrel micro-brewery complete with
Yorkshire Square fermenter. The latest is a range of specially
crafted 330ml bottled beers inspired by founder Paul Theakstons
brewing journey. Available online or from the Sheepy
Shop.www.blacksheepbrewery.com
BRIDGE TAVERN, NEWCASTLEYou can takea little piece of this multi
award-winning boozer home with you.These Bridge Tavern Growlers are
a canny Christmas gift.Beautifully crafted in glass, they hold two
litres (thats two-and-a-
half pints in old money).They can be purchased empty for 10 or
you can have your growler filledat the pub with your favourite
tipple just add the price of
the beer theres a terrific choice.Tel 0191 261 9966
www.thebridgetavern.com
BEAMISH HALL THE STABLESFeel free to stock up on Christmas
cheer atThe Stables, Beamish Hall, with mini-casks and bottled
gift packs available over the
bar alongside vouchers covering Beamish Hall, The Eden Tearooms
and Beamish Wild, so people can pick whatever they want.The
Stables, Beamish, Stanley, Tyne and Wear DH9 0RZ
REHILLS BOLLINGER SPECTRE 007 CHAMPAGNE LIMITED EDITION VINTAGE
2009Licence to Thrill! specialist food and
wine merchants Rehills of Jesmond, are stocking a fabulous gift
for those Bond fans out there.A limited edition James Bond
presentation of
Bollinger Vintage 2009. The bottle comes enclosed in a sleek
black and silver Carr Basset cool box. The metal chill box is
inspired by James Bonds classic tuxedo and elegance. Perfect for
taking fizz on special missions.Rehills 245-249 Jesmond Rd,
Newcastle NE2 1LB
TYNE BANK BREWERY Tyne Bank Brewerys barrel-aged beers, gift
packs or mini kegs would
make the perfect gift for any ale lover whilst a 10 or 20-litre
bag-in-the box ale would certainly bring the festive spirit to any
party. Tyne Bank ales
can be found in the best Newcastle real ale pubs and bottle
outlets as well as from the brewerys shop, open 9-5 weekdays and
located at the Ouseburn, Newcastle. 0191 265 2828.
tynebankbrewery.co.uk
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ANGEL INN53 CROSSGATE
DURHAM
12 CROSSGATEDURHAM CITY0191 386 4621
JOHN DUCK91A CLAYPATH
DURHAM
2015 CAMRA DURHAM TOWN PUB OF THE YEAR2015 CAMRA NORTH EAST PUB
OF THE YEAR RUNNER UP
2015 TRIP ADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE
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THE OFFICE
MORPETHS REAL ALE & CIDER HOUSE
ACTON ALES BREWERY TAP
e Old Toll House, Castle Square, MorpethOPENING TIMES: MON TO
SUN 17.00 TO 22.30
NO MUSIC JUST GREAT BEER
PUBS
Real Ales styled on a Theakstons theme with rotating Guest Ales.
Served alongside a wide
range of Beers, Wines & Spirits
Karaoke Fortnightly Motorcycle Meets alternate Tuesdays
Live Music Beer Garden Traditional Menu Live BT Sports Large Car
Park
Telephone: 01670 813 345
OPENING TIMES Mon - Sun 12pm - 23pm Sun Lunch - 12pm - 3pm
Restaurant Monday - Saturday 12.00 pm - 8pm
INN WITH THE NEWW
e get a bit frustrated with the constant moaning about pubs
failing, only to reopen as a Tesco Express or
retirement home. This month the mantra is 29
pubs a week are closing, next week itll be another figure, and
while its a real worry, lets look at the positives and what some
people are doing to keep our pubs alive and kicking.
PLEASED TO MEET YOU Pleased To Meet You on
Newcastles High Bridge was a fantastic addition to the citys
craft beer and spirits sector. Its a pub that makes you feel good
about yourself.
Business has been so successful that expansion into next-door
premises, downstairs and upstairs was inevitable. The new extension
is high quality in every sense.
Parent group Ladhar Leisure has a reputation for top-notch
development with its pubs winning design awards and plaudits for
its beer, food and cocktails.
Were focusing on what we do best, says manager Tom Proud.
Quality in everything from craft beers to the cocktail bar, a menu
overseen by David Kennedy, and even a new outside area called The
Allotment complete with potting sheds.
Huge changes include burrowing out the downstairs area, moving
the kitchen upstairs and developing sideways along High Bridge.
Ladhar Leisure has been transforming the citys leisure scene with
stylishly appropriate venues such as Lady Greys, Hop & Cleaver
and Red House. Plans to transform White Hart Yard due to reach
fruition during 2016 will raise the profile of great beer and
terrific food even higher. Its an exciting prospect.
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The Centurion present their annual NYE PARTY with the Happy Cats
Live Tickets on Sale NOW!
Tel: 0191 2616611www.centurion-newcastle.com
Grand Central Station, Neville St,Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1
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Stella Road, Ryton NE21 4LU
Tel: 0191 413 2921Hill Top, Dipton, Stanley DH9 9YJ
Tel: 01207 571040
www.michelangelohotel.co.uk
CHRISTMAS BOOKINGSNOW BEING TAKEN
1 COURSE 12.95 - 2 COURSES 15.95 - 3 COURSES 19.95ALSO NOW
BOOKING FOR NEW YEARS EVEOPENING TIMES:
Monday to Thursday: 11.00 - 23.30 Friday & Saturday: 11.00 -
00.30 | Sunday: 12.00 - 23.30
Wheatridge Row, Seaton Delaval,Northumberland, NE25 0QH
Tel: 0191 2376868
Bringing a new look, with new menus, a new chefand a new pub
experience to Seaton Delaval.
Classic Menu served 6 days a week.Sunday Lunch @ The
Hastings
1 Course 6.95 2 courses 9.45 3 courses 11.45 Live Music every
Friday & Sunday.
Bringing a new look, with new menus, a new chefBringing a new
look, with new menus, a new chef
A warm welcome to customers old and new
THE HEART OF NORTHUMBERLAND PUB & KITCHEN The long-closed
Heart of All England pub in Hexham has undergone a 100,000
transformation and a name change. The stylish Heart of
Northumberland has brought something different to the town after
experienced pub management team Jo and Alan Phillipson fulfilled a
long-held ambition by purchasing the freehold earlier this year
then set about stripping the place out and rebuilding the fabric
and a reputation.
The pub appears more condensed that it was in its previous life
but a new lounge and dining area take up the back of the building
(sadly not obvious on a quick lunchtime visit).
Large dining-style tables dominate the front room, though there
is upholstered seating in the short leg of its L-shape and it has
quickly become a popular and handy meeting place and an asset to
Hexham. Exposed brick and timber and a large fireplace bring
tradition to the fore while wallpaper depicting birds of
paradise provides curiosity value a touch of fun and a talking
point.
An extremely impressive bar line-up features Allendale Summit
(4.8% abv), West Hefweisen (4.0% abv), Hadrian Border Secret
Kingdom (4.3% abv), Timothy Taylor Landlord (4.3% abv), Sierra
Nevada IPA (5.6% abv) and Wylam Gold Tankard (4.0% abv).
Factor in Stuart Donaldson, formerly of Newcastles Hotel du Vin,
Malmaison and Langley Castle, who heads up the kitchen, it adds up
to one serious venture.
EYE ON THE TYNE Hartlepool-based Camerons Brewery has acquired
yet another Newcastle outlet, following its takeover of the Head of
Steam group of pubs two years ago. A deal for the Eye On The Tyne
includes the purchase of the lease from Suffolk-based Greene King,
plus the transfer of current staff which protects all jobs at the
Newcastle Quayside site.
Camerons Brewery director and general manager Chris Soley said:
We know what an important social hub the Quayside has always
been
for Newcastle and we have been chasing an outlet there for some
time. There are some really good operators on the Quayside, and we
can run the Eye on the Tyne to further enhance the consumer
experience in the area. We inherit a really good team of people and
are going to run the pub exactly as it is until we really
understand what our customers want.
This latest acquisition is one of a number were planning over
the coming months as part of our five-year plan, which involves
growing the pub estate as well as our beer brands.
The Heart of Northumberland Eye On The Tyne
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PUBS
FAMOUSLY LOCALFAMOUSLY LOCALFAMOUSLY LOCAL1 Gadwall Road
Houghton le Spring DH4 5NL
Telephone: (0191) 584 8844 Email: [email protected]
Seasons Greetings to all our customers
THE RED KITE The Red Kite at Winlaton Mill, Tyne & Wear, is
open following a 275,000 refurbishment and the creation of 20 jobs.
The pub is the Leamside Ale Companys fifth pub in the North East
and owner Daryl Frankland says he is determined to bring the groups
award winning standards to the tired local to transform it into an
asset for the community.
The Red Kite is unrecognisable and much more comfortable and
cosy, says Daryl Frankland, whose other pubs include the multi
award-winng Kings Arms in Sunderland, The Courtyard at Washington
Arts Centre, the Three Horseshoes at Leamside, Durham (which has
its own microbrewery) and the Royal George at Old Shotton Village,
Durham.
Food is a major feature at the Red Kite with the emphasis on
providing restaurant-quality menus at affordable pub prices and, of
course, a choice of six cask ales.
Daryl says: As at our other pubs, well make all our meals using
fresh, locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. And, with the
exception of our bread and ice-cream, everything from the chips to
the sauces is made from scratch on the premises.
The Red Kite once upon a time The Golden Lion is now an
attractive feature on the A694 and a welcoming spot for ramblers on
the Derwent Walk. Dogs receive a
warm welcome too. It is part of a 3.7m investment by
Heineken-owned Star Pubs & Bars in Newcastle and the
surrounding area this year.
Chris Jowsey, trading director at Star Pubs & Bars, says:
The Leamside Ale Company has been delivering great standards, great
food and great service to North East pub goers for many years and
were delighted that they are joining us in reviving the fortunes of
the Red Kite.
TWICE BREWED INN Twice Brewed Inn on the B6318 Military Road
that connects Newcastle and Carlisle has been undergoing
refurbishment. Work on the pub near Bardon Mill in Northumberland
will have just been completed ground floor at least by the time
Cheers hits the streets. The new regime is managed by Andy and Sue
Smith who also run the Red Lion in Newbrough. Andy was also head
chef at Langley Castle, so hes a man who
knows his way around a menu. In fact, thats where some of the
differences will be noticed first apart from the fact that the old
bar and lounge have been transformed into one and the counter
itself has been slightly relocated. Real ales continue to pour with
an emphasis on localness, including a little bird tells us regular
representation from Allendale Brewery.
Twice Brewed Inn, set amongst some of the most breathtaking
scenery in England and standing in the shadows of Steel Rigg
without doubt one of the most dramatic parts of Hadrians Wall is
extremely popular with walkers and visitors there and the other
Roman sites at Vindolanda, Housesteads and The Roman Army
Museum.
The next move is to convert the current 16 rooms into 18 all
en-suite to cater for weary hikers. Hopefully theyll be hungry and
thirsty too.
The Red Kite
Twice Brewed Inn
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Enjoy this seasonal beer at a purveyor of fine ale near you this
festive period!Enjoy this seasonal beer at a purveyor of fine ale
near you this festive period!
A uniquely brewed porter with a big fl avour bill, brown in
colour with notes of brandy, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and fi nished
with an added twist of spiced pear.
The complex malt bill contributes to a good head retention and
subtle roast fl avour.
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FUN STUFF
Spotted in Amsterdam. Weve never seen the word cissy (OK, spelt
sissy here) since we stopped reading the Beano in the 1970s. Its
actually a high-class department store.
Wed love to give you all the details of the Tyne Idols and
Cheers North East real ale tour on December 12 but theres one
problem. Its a mystery tour. The first tour of 2016 Thursday
January 28 is also cloaked in secrecy. The only thing we can
divulge is that each trip involves up to three good ale pubs and a
microbrewery but heres a tip for the December one, wear an
outlandish Christmas creation. Best keep an eye on
www.tyneidols.com
A MAN WALKS INTO A BAR IN THE HIGHLANDS...AND ASKS FOR A PINT OF
IPA AND A GIN AND TONIC. THATLL BE 1.50, SIR, SAYS THE BARMAN. THE
CUSTOMER LOOKS BEMUSED, WALKS BACK TO HIS SEAT AND SAYS TO HIS
WIFE: ITS VERY CHEAP IN HERE. ITS ALSO VERY QUIET, SHE SAYS. HE
FINISHES HIS PINT AND GOES BACK FOR ANOTHER ROUND. THATLL BE 1.50,
SIR, SAYS THE BARMAN. THE CUSTOMER SITS DOWN AGAIN, BAFFLED AT THE
PRICES, THEN GOES BACK FOR ANOTHER. THATLL BE 1.50, SIR, SAYS THE
BARMAN. THE CUSTOMER FINALLY SAYS:
YOU CHARGE 1.50 FOR A PINT AND A GIN AND TONIC, ITS A LOVELY PUB
AND THE ONLY ONE IN THE VILLAGE, SO WHERE ARE ALL YOUR OTHER
CUSTOMERS? OH, SAYS THE BARMAN, LOOKING AT HIS WATCH, THEYLL BE
WAITING FOR THE HAPPY HOUR.
SIGN OF THE TIMES
IDOL HANDS
1. Until 1911, Chinese males had to wear what as a symbol of
submission?2. In which hit song from the mid 1970s would you find a
brimstone baritone anti-
cyclone rolling stone preacher?3. What is Harry Potters
favourite kind of beer?4. Who has been awarded the Golden Raspberry
for worst actress a record five times?5. Which 15th century Italian
artists name means little barrel?6. Which early 1960s Liverpool
band took its name from the title of a classic Western
film starring John Wayne?7. The name of which Italian pasta type
stems from the word meaning a knot in wood?8. What did Adolf Hitler
call his German Shepherd dog?9. Which fish is the most widely eaten
by humans?10. What type of creature is a dugite?11. What is the
name of Mos cat in The Simpsons?12. Where did Billy Butlin open his
first holiday camp in 1936?
TWELVE QUIZ QUESTIONS TO GET ONE OVER ON YOUR FRIENDS. OR NOTTHE
DIRTY DOZEN
QUIZ ANSWERS 1 Pigtails. 2 Blinded By The Light (by Manfred
Manns Earth Band, written by Bruce Springsteen). 3 Butterbeer. 4
Madonna. 5 Botticelli. 6 The Searchers. 7 Gnocchi (from the word
nocchio). 8 Blondi. 9 Herring. 10 A snake. 11 Mr Snookums. 12
Skegness.
???
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A-Z PUB GUIDE
THE OAK TREE Front Street, Tantobie, Stanley, DH9 9RF t: 01207
235 445
THE OLDE SHIPS INNDurham Road, East Rainton, DH5 9QT t: 0191
5840944
THE OLD WELL INN The Bank, Barnard CastleDL12 8PH t: 01833 690
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THE PLOUGHMountsett, Burnopfield, NE16 6B