My first experience with this pub was my mates and I resurrecting a man from the dead. Shout-out to Derek and his mate Lawrence, who was more interested in his tab than his mate being out stone cold. Through this, we discovered the oasis that is the Three Bulls.
Cheaper than Wetherspoons- 2.75 student moretti and many more bargains that would make Martin Lewis scream for joy. On top of this, there are more screens than a Sky Sports studio, allowing live analysis of anything from fishing to football. The regulars are like a GB News live audience, but it's great if you keep yourself to yourself.
2. Five Swans
The all-time student pub of Newcastle, not too much to say here, but you can meet all the local characters, stemming from the vest, look north and Casino Royale. Where else have you seen people dressed as Ali G interacting with Catholic preachers on a Sunday, and having to stop random people from having a scrap over the disabled toilet?
In short, it's open until the early hours, what more could you want?
3. The Hotspur
A recent addition for its £5 pizza deal at lunch, pizza and a soft drink for a fiver on a lunchtime deal puts and Co-op meal deal to shame. Rumour is you can also upgrade to an alcoholic beverage if revising isn't going too well. And if, for whatever reason, your life is monotonous enough to the extent you can be entertained by bus spotting, then you can feast your eyes on the inner workings of Haymarket bus station from outside.
4. Tyne Bar
The most eclectic selection of pints you'll ever see in the northeast.
No matter the mood, there is a pint for you
Stressed- 12% stout
Happy-12% stout
Quiet one-12% stout
And for those who are brave enough, cans of ale for a tenner as well
5. The Lonsdale
Somehow, one of only two proper pubs within Jesmond, if you don't want any of the utter pretentious nonsense of Osbourne Road most nights the Lonsdale is a solid option. Probably the nicest inside of any pub on this list, and a great atmosphere. With two fun but competitive pub quizzes during the week, The Lonsdale can't be beat for those Jesmond natives.
6. The Hancock
Within perfect throwing distance of both the Philip and Marjorie Robinson Library (How, after 3 years, I've only just realised they were married), the Hancock is a convenient one for a stress-relieving pint from revision. Showing all things sports across the beer garden and inside, arguably it's just a classier and younger version of the Three Bulls Heads.
7. Honourable mentions
Luther's- I'm sure Martin Luther King would be delighted that his legacy is perpetuated through a Student Union Whetherspoons.
Cosy dove- Very rah, but the Hawkstone and Poretti make up for it. I would recommend going outside of term time if you qualify for a student loan.