Crown Posada (Fitzgerald (now Ladhar Group))
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24 Oct 2024 (McGargle)
Our first visit to a cracking pub. Near the river and oozing with atmosphere. Fyne Ales tap takeover tonight.
Fyne - Golden Mild | 3.60 | | Reminiscent of Tomothy Tayhlor's Golden Best this was a flawlessy executed light mild. Fully deserved its 5*. |
Fyne - Hurricane Jack | 4.40 | | One of my favourite beers but not quite so hop forward tonight. |
Fyne - Whisky Barrel Aged Jarl | 6.70 | | This was a strange one. Jarl aged in whisky barrels was, according to the brewer, expected to turn out around 4.5%abv. It didn't! Flavour was overpoweringly whisky with no hint of the base beer. Interesting but misjudged. |
28 Jan 2022 (Magnus Greel)
Around 2 hours later than planned owing to missed connections and delyed trains we headed straight to here. Quiet for a mid Friday afternoon with just 3 others in we opted for the snug and were soon joined by many others.
Allendale - Golden Plover | 4.00 | | Full bodied flavoursome golden ale with citrus notes and an enticing floral aroma. |
Five Points - Best | 4.10 | | Notes of caramel and biscuit, and a lovely grassy, herbal freshness. |
Twice Brewed - Sycamore Gap | 4.10 | | A pint of Jif lemon anyone? Thankfully just a taster |
Fyne - Hurricane Jack | 4.40 | Not Tried | |
Burning Sky - Porter | 4.80 | Not Tried | |
Allendale - Anvil | 5.50 | Not Tried | Sadly this had just gone |
28 Jan 2022 (ChrisE)
A much needed pint after a horrendous rail journey from Carlisle. It is nice to see this place open again although much quiter than I rember it.
Fyne - Hurricane Jack | 4.40 | | |
29 Mar 2017 (Jack William)
Evening visit thanks to Mr P's recommendation. It didn't disappoint - not all ales noted - too dark - one was a World's End brew. I was told later this pub is nicknamed "the coffin". It is higher than it is wide.
Allendale - GFPA | 4.70 | | Well balanced and in top condition. |
Allendale - Pennine Pale | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
07 Jan 2015 (ChrisE)
Early afternoon and very welcoming. Elvis was being played on the vintage record player (a Dynatron Cavalcade)so I stayed for a second pint.
Cullercoats - Endeavour | 4.80 | | |
Cullercoats - Watch House Winter Warmer | 5.00 | Not Tried | |
21 Nov 2013 (Stephen Harris)
Late-ish evening visit, with the crowds thinning out a bit.
Redscar - Poison | 4.00 | | A very dark ruby red mild. Smooth. Caramel. Not the sort of thing I usually much care for, but this is really good for its style. |
Hadrian and Border - Tyneside Blonde | 3.90 | Not Tried | |
Loch Lomond - Bonnie & Blonde (was Bonnie N’ Blonde) | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
Rooster's - Fort Smith | 5.00 | Not Tried | |
Wylam - Gold Tankard | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
Hadrian Border - Black Gate | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
26 Oct 2013 (Stephen Harris)
Classic pub – very busy late session.
Allendale - Target Fresh Hop | 4.50 | | Lovely green hop beer, almost worthy of five stars. |
Swannay (formerly Highland) - St Magnus Ale | 5.00 | Not Tried | |
Hadrian and Border - Tyneside Blonde | 3.90 | Not Tried | |
Wylam - Gold Tankard | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
Elland - Maximum Darkness | 4.30 | Not Tried | |
Hadrian Border - Black Gate | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
21 Jun 2013 (ChrisE)
Without doubt my favorite pub in Newcastle, I sat close to the record player and enjoyed the vinyl.
Tyne Bank - Monument Bitter | 4.10 | | |
Hadrian Border - Black Gate | 4.00 | | |
Hadrian and Border - Tyneside Blonde | 3.90 | Not Tried | |
Ossett - Silver Shadow | 3.90 | Not Tried | |
Wylam - Gold Tankard | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
Abbeydale - Arson | 4.20 | Not Tried | |
25 Oct 2012 (Stephen Harris)
This is actually the first time I have ever been here – no surprise to find that I like the place. Quiet in mid-afternoon.
Yorkshire Dales - Carperby Calypso | 3.80 | | A very pale beer with a strong, bittersweet, hop taste. |
Wylam - Gold Tankard | 4.00 | | Golden in colour. Plenty of hops, but dominated by a ‘cereal’ taste that personally I don’t like. |
Dark Star - Hophead was 3.8% (some has also been brewed by Fuller's) | 3.40 | Not Tried | |
Hadrian and Border - Tyneside Blonde | 3.90 | Not Tried | |
Hadrian Border - Black Gate | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
17 Oct 2012 (Philip Pirrip)
Evening visit - always the classiest joint in town!
Mordue - Five Bridge Bitter | 3.80 | | Good session ale |
Hadrian Border - Black Gate | 4.00 | | More malty than hoppy. A darker brown hue |
Hadrian and Border - Tyneside Blonde | 3.90 | Not Tried | |
Wylam - Gold Tankard | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
Durham - Apollo American IPA | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
Wylam - Red Kite | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
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