Crown Posada, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Famous Newcastle city centre pub that was closed for almost 2 years due to the pandemic, but re-opened in December and is now part of the Fitzgerald chain of pubs. The interior is quite small, with a snug to the left as you enter, followed by the bar itself with a narrow passage alongside it taking you to another small seating area near to the toilets at the rear. The ale selection on our Tuesday visit was pretty much as good as it ever was - Anarchy Sublime Chaos, Ossett Excelcius & White Rat, Rigg & Furrow Run Hop Run, Hadrian Border Farne Island & Cullercoats Shuggy Boat Blonde. I've never yet managed to get into the snug at the front, but somehow always manage to find a table at the rear.

as described below, tiny and perfectly formed. no TVs or distractions, just great ale and conversation in the snug. Unmissable.