The Magnesia Bank, North Shields

The Magnesia Bank is situated not far from the Quay in North Shields. Unfortunately, Google Maps does not easily show that it's up a substantial flight of steps from the quayside. So, I arrived here a little worn out. To be honest, the climb was not really worth it. Signs stated that they always have a real ale on. But the reality is that there were none. Sharp's Atlantic on keg was offered to me instead, which I politely declined. Other options I could see were Carling, Stella Artois, Birra Moretti, Strongbow Dark Fruit, Bud Light & John Smith's. The interior is large. I sat in a dark area to the left of the bar as you enter. At the rear of this area was a stage, where live music is performed. This is clearly a strong point of the pub. Unfortunately, this was where the positives finish. The worst of 4 pubs I tried in the town.

A few changes since last report as now has only four Jarrow Brewery beers and no guests on handpull. Not many customers while visiting last night.

Now has been taken over by Jarrow Brewery and sells 3 Jarrow beers, 4 Guest beers and 3 Ciders. A great improvement on the last owners. It is still one of the best music venues on North Tyneside.