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A North East pub with an “air of opulence” has been named one of the best railway station pubs in England.
The Guardian has released a list of the 10 best pubs in railway stations you can find across England.
The pubs range from converted Victorian buffet bars and ticket offices to old waiting rooms.
The Centurion in Newcastle has made it onto the list thanks to its impressive interior and “colourful history”.
What is The Centurion in Newcastle like?
On the pub, The Guardian said: “The Grade I-listed Centurion has a colourful history.
“It was designed by the architect John Dobson and opened in 1893 as a particularly luxurious first-class waiting lounge.
“By the 1960s, it had been turned into prison cells used by the British Transport Police.
“It then became a storage facility, but thankfully was restored and reopened as a pub in 2002.
“It has incredible tiling by Burmantofts Pottery said to be worth £3.8m.
“Columns, a marble fireplace and a high ceiling with a huge tiled skylight add to the air of opulence.
“The pub serves everything from real ale to cocktails, has an all-day food menu, shows sport on a gigantic screen and has live music every Friday.”
The Centurion has plenty of beers as well as cocktails on offer for those who fancy a drink before catching their train.
You can enjoy a meal alongside your drink, from breakfast baps and full English breakfasts to lighter bites like French toast, loaded hash browns, and smashed avocado on toast.
The pub also has a main menu featuring classics like bangers and mash, beer-battered cod, and a grilled chicken salad.
For those wanting something lighter, there are a few small plates that you might prefer.
The pub is also great for live music performances and to watch all of Newcastle United televised matches in style.
What do reviews say about The Centurion in Newcastle?
The Centurion has a rating of 3.4 out of 5 on Tripadvisor with 188 people leaving reviews after their visit.
One person said: “This is a must see if you arrive at Newcastle by train.
“Step from the platform into this opulent bar, which oozes style and glamour from another age.
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“Great craft beers and good company too, this is definitely not a seedy station bar.
"Recommended.”
Another person said: “Hidden away in the Central Station but boy, what a place to spend a little time whist [sic] waiting for a train.”
Will you be stopping off at The Centurion the next time you have to catch a train from Newcastle train station? Let us know in the comments.