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Criterion, South Shields

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Opens at 12:00pm
Operator: Ladbrokes
2a Ocean Road, South Shields, NE33 2HZ (View on Google Map)
(0191) 455 0808
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Known locally as the Cri, The Criterion is an historic pub dating from the 1800's and which closed in 2012 and turned into a bookmakers. The first floor of the building has been completely refurbished to reflect how it looked in the past and turned into a medium size bar. There are three handpulls, one for a changing beers although not used much. . There is an impressive back bar with large mirrors, two real fires and comfortable seating with some sofas. Note the clock above the exit door from the bar. Outside you can still see the old Teltey's pub signs.

Access is via the entrance on Ocean Road and up a staircase. No disabled access. Pub is very close to the public transport interchange.(2 minutes)

Historic Interest

The pub is included in the South Tyneside Council local listing of significant heritage assets. Full information is available from https://www.southtyneside.gov.uk/article/18506/Local-List-A-to-Z

Information for this venue is provided by the Sunderland & South Tyneside Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
South Tyneside MBC
Last updated
11/07/2025
Last surveyed
11/07/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
SUN/6791
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Noon - 3:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 3:00pm
Friday
Noon - Midnight
Saturday
Noon - Midnight
Sunday
Noon - 10:00pm
Monday
No Service
Tuesday
No Service
Wednesday
Noon - 3:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 3:00pm
Friday
Noon - 3:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 3:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 3:00pm

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South Shields

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