Heaton, Sackville Road, Northumberland Hussar Public House

HER Number:
15640

District:
Newcastle

Site Name:
Heaton, Sackville Road, Northumberland Hussar Public House

Place:
Heaton

Map Sheet:
NZ26NE

Class:
Commercial

Site Type: Broad:
Licensed Premises

Site Type: Specific:
Public House

General Period:
Modern

Specific Period:
C20

Form of Evidence:
Extant Building

Description:
Opened in 1955 when the licence from the Gosforth Arms in Shieldfield was transferred. It was described as 'a new-style inn' with 'the traditional atmosphere of the English hostelry' whilst satisfying the 'requirements of present-day customers'. It had a large bar, commodious lounge and well-appointed sitting room. It had contemporary 'spirited curtain designs and floor coverings'.

Easting:
2713

Northing:
6626

Grid Reference:
NZ27136626

Lats/Lons:

Sources:
Brian Bennison, 1996, Heavy Nights - A History of Newcastle's Public Houses, Volume Two - The North and East, p 15