The Hamilton Station Hotel
A characterful pub and live-music venue at Islington near Newcastle with a 4.2 rating across 858 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Hamilton Station Hotel sits on Beaumont Street at Islington, near Hamilton in Newcastle. With 858 reviews behind its 4.2 rating, it has built a strong following, with a long history in the city's live-music scene.
The appeal is a characterful pub built around live music — a great spot for a beer, a feed, a gig and a bit of grungy, energetic atmosphere, a genuine fixture of Newcastle's music culture. Its Islington location, close to the famous Beaumont Street precinct, makes it an easy and welcoming destination.
Pub menus, live music, events and trading hours shift over time, and it gets busy on weekends and gig nights. If you're coming for a particular show, a function or the kitchen, it's worth checking current details directly before you arrive.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 10:00 – 03:30
- TuesdayToday
- 10:00 – 03:30
- Wednesday
- 10:00 – 04:00
- Thursday
- 10:00 – 04:00
- Friday
- 10:00 – 04:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 04:00
- Sunday
- 10:00 – 02:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 68
- Popularity
- 89
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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