Food & Drink

The Tanners Arms

A small, characterful 19th-century pub in the heart of Alnwick known for its friendly atmosphere, well-kept local ales, jukebox, and monthly open mic nights. A haven for rock music fans.

2 Hotspur Place, Alnwick NE66 1QF Facebook

About The Tanners Arms

The Tanners Arms is a small, characterful 19th-century pub tucked away at Hotspur Place in the heart of Alnwick, occupying part of a Grade II listed terrace. Independent and friendly, it has a warm, quirky interior with a real fire and an eclectic jukebox, and it welcomes dogs, with treats kept behind the bar for visiting four-legged guests. Its cosy, informal atmosphere and lively social scene have made it a firm favourite with locals and a well-regarded stop for real-ale enthusiasts exploring the town.

The pub prides itself on serving cask and keg beers, lagers and ciders brewed between the Rivers Tweed and Tees, championing local and regional breweries with up to six hand-pulls on the bar. Alongside its rotating line-up of ales, it hosts live music and is listed as a folk and gig venue, adding to its reputation as a hub for local musicians and rock fans. It is recognised by CAMRA and remains one of Alnwick's most distinctive traditional drinking pubs.

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