Sackville Road, Northumberland Hussar Public House

Sackville Road, Northumberland Hussar Public House

HER Number
15640
District
Newcastle
Site Name
Sackville Road, Northumberland Hussar Public House
Place
Heaton
Map Sheet
NZ26NE
Class
Commercial
Site Type: Broad
Eating and Drinking Establishment
Site Type: Specific
Public House
General Period
20TH CENTURY
Specific Period
Mid 20th Century 1933 to 1966
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
427130
Northing
566260
Grid Reference
NZ427130566260
Sources
Brian Bennison, 1996, Heavy Nights - A History of Newcastle's Public Houses, Volume Two - The North and East, p 15