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Welcome to the North-Easts Award Winning Venue.

Opened in 1989 in a converted Georgian Bank and situated high on the bank side above North Shields atmospheric fish quay, the Magnesia Bank has a world-wide reputation for real ales, good food and tremendous entertainment.

The team have a wealth of experience in the licensed trade and aim to help to provide the atmosphere that can only be found in a real English pub.

Live music is free every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 9.00 p.m. until midnight. Check out our Music & Events page for details and listings.

What’s on at the Maggie Bank...

  1. POOR BOYS

    Event date: 03/07/2009

    Rockin blues classic rock

  2. BLUE HYENAS

    Event date: 04/07/2009

    Scotland's premier blues outfit

  3. HAPPY CATS

    Event date: 05/07/2009

    Sunday session from 4pm

  4. BUSKERS' NIGHT

    Event date: 06/07/2009

    All welcome

  5. JED GRIMES

    Event date: 08/07/2009

    Local folk legend

Latest news...

  1. American Vibes in the bar

    Wednesday 29th July 2009.

    The Magnesia Bank plays host to The W T Feaster Band from USA.  The high energy Rhythm and Blues band will be playing a mid-week gig free in the bar as part of their UK tour which includes a headline appearence at The Maryport Blues Festival.

  2. SUNDAY LUNCH

    Details and the Menu for our Sunday Lunch service is now available on our website.
    Click on the 'Sunday Lunch Menu' button on our Home Page or call 0191 257 4831 to make a booking.

  3. TEATIME SPECIAL

    Ever felt the need for something substantial to eat after work and then suddenly discovered that nowhere opens until 8pm?
    We're doing a teatime special from Wednesday to Saturday, 5.30pm until 7pm at only £10 for 2 courses and £15 for 3 courses.