St James’ Park sits at the centre of Newcastle’s football culture. When Newcastle United play at home, the entire area around the stadium comes alive with supporters.
Thousands of fans travel into the city centre before kick-off, many of them heading to nearby pubs to meet friends and enjoy drinks before the match begins.
The tradition of gathering in pubs before football matches has existed for generations. For Newcastle supporters, visiting a pub before heading to the stadium is part of the matchday routine.
Conversations about team selection, tactics and predictions fill the air as supporters prepare for the game.
The Geordie Star has become one of the venues where fans gather on matchdays. Located within easy reach of the stadium and the city centre, it offers an environment where supporters can watch live sport and socialise with fellow fans.
One of the reasons pubs near St James’ Park are so popular is the atmosphere created by the supporters.
When fans wearing black and white shirts gather together, the excitement builds long before kick-off.
Inside the pub, discussions about the upcoming match continue while drinks are served and large screens show pre-match coverage.
Watching football in a pub creates a very different experience compared with watching alone at home.
When a goal is scored or a dramatic moment occurs, the entire room reacts together.
These shared reactions create a sense of unity among supporters.
The Geordie Star provides large screens showing live sport, allowing fans to follow matches clearly from different areas of the venue.
Supporters who are unable to attend the match at the stadium can still experience the atmosphere by watching the game with other fans.
Before the match begins, many visitors arrive early to secure a place inside the pub.
This early arrival often turns into a social gathering where friends catch up and discuss the upcoming game.