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Steeped in history, the Border Minstrel pub is a contemporary gastropub nestled in the heart of High Gosforth Park, an area of 812 acres of woodland that also includes Newcastle Racecourse and Parklands Golf Course. Open 7 days a week, we showcase locally sourced produce from the North East of England and a range of drinks that includes a selection of traditional ales, craft beer and specially selected wines and spirits. We are dog friendly too. Soak up the sun this summer and join us for a drink on our terrace!
Quiz night is every Wednesday from 7pm. A great test of your general knowledge with plenty of prizes to be won every week.
Live sport including Premier League Football is shown throughout the year on all our widescreen TVs. A perfect place to sit and enjoy the match with great food and drink in hand.
Named in honour of the winner of the 1927 Pitman’s Derby, the Border Minstrel was originally the west pavilion of Brandling House. The stately home, initially known as Gosforth House was completed in 1764. It was designed by architect, James Paine and owned by local businessman, Charles Brandling.
