The Collingwood Arms (Jesmond, Brandling Village)

A pub with roots in Brandling Village

The Collingwood Arms occupies a prominent corner in Jesmond’s Brandling Village and carries the feel of a classic local neighbourhood pub. The building keeps original touches — long wooden bar, timber floors and leaded-front windows — that create an easy, lived-in atmosphere. Walls are punctuated by historic prints and naval-themed portraits which nod to the pub’s name and local heritage.

Food, drink and the bar room rhythm

Daytime trade is relaxed, with a bar menu that ranges from comfort dishes to seasonal small plates; evenings expand into pizza nights and a short, well-chosen mains list. The drinks selection mixes well‑kept lagers and ales on tap, a curated wine list and a sensible roster of spirits and whiskies. Live sports are shown on large screens in the bar, which helps shape the buzzy, sociable evenings.

Layout and spaces to settle into

Internally the pub offers a main central bar area with scattered tables, a small snug at one end and additional seating outside where heated lamps and canopies make for year-round use. The arrangement suits solo visitors, groups meeting for a casual evening and those wanting a quieter daytime drink; family-friendly daytime policies and a dog-friendly welcome add to the approachable character.

Local character and calendar highlights

The Collingwood Arms anchors a stretch of Jesmond life; regular quiz nights and football or rugby screenings are part of the weekly rhythm. Special evenings such as chef specials or pizza service create variation on the menu and attract regular local trade. The pub’s combination of homely fixtures and event nights gives it a useful role in neighbourhood social life.

Accessibility and practical notes

The pub is set on a built-up residential street with easy pedestrian access from Jesmond’s centre. Interior passages and restroom spaces are modest in scale but generally practical; areas of the building date from earlier eras, so expect a mix of level flooring and small thresholds. Opening times vary through the week, with earlier openings at weekends and later closing hours for Friday and Saturday evenings. Overall, The Collingwood Arms reads as an unpretentious local whose strengths lie in a reliable drinks selection, straightforward food and an interior that feels comfortable rather than contrived. It works well for midweek catch-ups, casual weekend nights and any visit where a traditional pub ambience and friendly service are the priority.