This is a club, which means that the bar may be only open to members.

A local gem and a CAMRA Regional Club of the Year. The mid, as it is also known, has four ever changing competitively priced cask ales covering a range of styles and strengths from local and national breweries. They are "numbered" from right to left 1-4. ask for a number 3 for example, the staff will know what you mean. The club regularly updates Real Ale Finder App.

The club boasts a magnificent old snooker table, Sky Tv, subdued background music and frequent music nights. Past the bar and down some steps can be found a dart board, a book shelf comprising past Good Beer Guides, and on the left hand wall in impressive mural depicting South Shields.

Guests can expect a warm welcome - just ring the lower doorbell to gain access. Close to local rail and bus services. The Mid is also Branch Club of the Year 2025.