The Tyne Bar has been one of Newcastle's favourite independent pubs and live-music venues since it opened in November 1994, sitting on Maling Street in the creative Ouseburn Valley (NE6 1LP). Standing capacity is around 100. It's famous for a laid-back atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to free live music, with the Tyne Bar Sessions open mic running every Wednesday and regular free gigs across genres. Highlights include a signature free jukebox, a strong drinks list and food menu with vegan options, and a celebrated waterside beer garden framed by the redbrick arch of Glasshouse Bridge. A house PA and guitar amp are provided; both originals and covers are welcome. Band bookings: fred@thetyne.com.
Newcastle · Every Wednesday · No fee listed
The Tyne Bar Open Mic
Ouseburn (Newcastle)'s Sunday-night free open mic at 1 Maling Street, NE6 1LP — riverside pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.
Next night: Wed 4 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
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| Night | Every Wednesday |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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| Capacity | c. 100 standing |
| Performer types | Musicians |
| Website | thetyne.com |
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03 — The night
Every WednesdayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
WednesdaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:00 Last songs
04 — Find The Tyne Bar
OuseburnGetting there
1 Maling Street,
Ouseburn, Newcastle NE6 1LP
Ouseburn, Newcastle NE6 1LP
The nearest station is Byker (Metro station), about 10 minutes' walk away.
05 — What's on stage
3 provided| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | Bring your own |
| Guitar amp | Provided |
| Bass amp | Bring your own |
| Keys / keyboard | Bring your own |
| 2 vocal mics | Provided |
| In-house engineer | None |
06 — About
Ouseburn, NewcastleAbout the night
The Tyne Bar is Newcastle's beloved riverside pub in the Ouseburn Valley, tucked beneath the Glasshouse Bridge where the Ouseburn meets the Tyne — and it's utterly devoted to free live music. The Tyne Bar Sessions open mic now runs every Wednesday, an easygoing, acoustic-leaning night in one of the city's most atmospheric beer gardens. It's free to play and free to watch, with a great drinks selection and an extensive food menu (vegan options included). A proper Newcastle institution for new and seasoned performers alike.
The Tyne Bar has been one of Newcastle's favourite independent pubs and live-music venues since it opened in November 1994, sitting on Maling Street in the creative Ouseburn Valley (NE6 1LP). Standing capacity is around 100. It's famous for a laid-back atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to free live music, with the Tyne Bar Sessions open mic running every Wednesday and regular free gigs across genres. Highlights include a signature free jukebox, a strong drinks list and food menu with vegan options, and a celebrated waterside beer garden framed by the redbrick arch of Glasshouse Bridge. A house PA and guitar amp are provided; both originals and covers are welcome. Band bookings: fred@thetyne.com.
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Ouseburn · Every Wednesday
The Tyne Bar Open Mic
Ouseburn (Newcastle)'s Sunday-night free open mic at 1 Maling Street, NE6 1LP — riverside pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.
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Ouseburn (Newcastle)'s Sunday-night free open mic at 1 Maling Street, NE6 1LP — riverside pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.
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NightWednesdayEvery WednesdayNext: Wed 4 Nov
Starts20:00until 23:00
The night starts at 20:00 and runs to about 23:00. There is a PA listed - ask what else is on stage before you load in.
Next nightWed 4 Nov · 20:00Starts in 3d 18h 11m
Age18+
Capacityc. 100 standing
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerNone in-house
Directory statusBeing verified
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About This Open Mic
The Tyne Bar is Newcastle's beloved riverside pub in the Ouseburn Valley, tucked beneath the Glasshouse Bridge where the Ouseburn meets the Tyne — and it's utterly devoted to free live music. The Tyne Bar Sessions open mic now runs every Wednesday, an easygoing, acoustic-leaning night in one of the city's most atmospheric beer gardens. It's free to play and free to watch, with a great drinks selection and an extensive food menu (vegan options included). A proper Newcastle institution for new and seasoned performers alike.
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PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer
The Night at a Glance
How The Tyne Bar’s Wednesday night runs.
Next nightWed 4 Nov · 20:00Starts in 3d 18h 11m
Kick-off20:00Every Wednesday
Music ends · Venue closes23:00Last act finishes
How often
Every Wednesday
Coming up
Wed 4 Nov · Wed 11 Nov · Wed 18 Nov
Kit
The Tyne Bar provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics and a guitar amp; bring your own drum kit, bass amp and keys; no in-house sound engineer.
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Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find The Tyne Bar
1 Maling Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle NE6 1LP
Address1 Maling Street
AreaOuseburn, Newcastle
PostcodeNE6 1LP
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Getting there
The nearest station is Byker (Metro station), about 10 minutes' walk away. You'll find The Tyne Bar in Ouseburn, Newcastle; NE6 1LP is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Wednesday Night
Arrive early to get your name down. The open mic runs until about 23:00. The Tyne Bar provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics and a guitar amp; bring your own drum kit, bass amp and keys; no in-house sound engineer.
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The Tyne Bar provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics and a guitar amp; bring your own drum kit, bass amp and keys; no in-house sound engineer.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
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1 Maling Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle NE6 1LP.
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The nearest station is Byker (Metro station), about 10 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is NE6 1LP. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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