Food & Drink

The Cluny

Music venue, pub, and restaurant in the Ouseburn Valley on the southern edge of Jesmond. Renowned live music programme, weekend brunches, and a beer garden overlooking the valley.

36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, NE1 2PQ Visit website @theclunynewcastle Facebook

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Blog posts and guides that feature The Cluny.

Things to Do in Jesmond

From Jesmond Dene and Armstrong Bridge to Osborne Road restaurants and the Ouseburn Valley — a comprehensive guide to the best things to do in Jesmond.

Open Mic & Buskers Nights Near Jesmond

From Tuesday buskers nights on Osborne Road to weekly folk sessions in the Ouseburn Valley — where to find open mic and live acoustic nights near Jesmond.

What's On This Weekend in Jesmond & the North East

The Late Shows culture crawl, Little Shop of Horrors at Northern Stage, live music at The Cluny, and more — what to do this weekend in and around Jesmond.

Beer Festivals Near Jesmond

From CAMRA's flagship Newcastle festival to Ouseburn taproom events and summer beer fests on the coast — the best beer festivals within easy reach of Jesmond.

The Cluny: Jesmond's Favourite Live Music Venue

A 300-capacity live music venue in a converted Victorian flax mill on the edge of Jesmond — The Cluny has hosted Arctic Monkeys, Mumford & Sons, and hundreds of emerging acts.

Seven Stories: A Guide to the National Centre for Children's Books

Free entry, world-class exhibitions, and one of Newcastle's best independent bookshops — Seven Stories in the Ouseburn is a must-visit for families living in Jesmond.

A Weekend in Jesmond — The Perfect 48-Hour Itinerary

From Saturday brunch to Sunday lunch — how to spend a perfect weekend exploring Jesmond's cafes, parks, pubs, and restaurants.

Dog-Friendly Jesmond: Walks, Pubs, and Cafes

Jesmond Dene is one of the best dog walks in Newcastle — and there are plenty of dog-friendly pubs and cafes to stop at afterwards.

Best Pubs in Jesmond

From proper locals with beer gardens to live-music haunts in the Ouseburn Valley — the best pubs in and around Jesmond.

More Food & Drink in Jesmond

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Branches Restaurant

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