The best student bars and clubs in Newcastle

So you’ve picked Newcastle for uni — cracking decision! The Toon is famous for being absolutely off its rocker when it comes to nights out, and you’re about to find out why. With more bars and clubs than you’ll know what to do with, there’s something for every vibe, whether you’re into sticky-floored student haunts, classy cocktail joints, or all-night raves.

Sure, as a Newcastle student, you've got plenty of cheap eats and budget-friendly stuff to do in the daytime, but let’s be honest — you’re really here for the bevvies and the boogies. And when it comes to freshers week? This city goes hard.

So get scrolling, start plotting your nights, and maybe even wow your new flatmates with your inside knowledge. Just don’t expect many early mornings after. The Toon doesn’t sleep, and neither will you.

Digital

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Where: Times Square, Scotswood Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP

Unquestionably one of the best Newcastle student clubs, you can’t start this list off without Digital. This Tyneside super club boasts four rooms and never fails to bring in students, especially now that their renowned Digi Mondays nights are back in town. With plenty of student deals on and lineups that make you do a double take, what more could you ask for when it comes to Digital?

Find tickets for events at Digital - here

Holy Hobo

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Where: Jesmond Three Sixty, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 1DB

A go-to for students before hitting the Toon, Holy Hobo is a bar you’ll be seeing a lot of during your time at uni in Newcastle. Famed for its legendary Tuesdays, where everything on the drinks menu is 2-4-1 all night long, Holy Hobo remains a quality student haunt every day of the week. It’s one of the best Newcastle student bars for a reason, and is also very kind to your bank account. 

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Greys Club

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Where: Grey St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6ES

Now for an absolute treasure trove among the smattering of Newcastle student clubs. With a whole host of student nights matching whatever vibe you’re after, you can guarantee to find it at Greys Club. With its nice drink prices and student night deals, Greys Club has all the ingredients for dancing the night away.

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Bar Blanc

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Where: 38-42 Osborne Rd, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 2AL

This iconic Jesmond haunt has been a go-to for students for years. Bar Blanc works as both the perfect place to spend the night after a hard day revising or as somewhere to stop off before heading into town, and knows exactly what it’s doing with their £2 Tuesdays and 2-4-1 cocktails on Thursdays. If you find yourself living in Jesmond, this is a no brainer. 

Flares

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Where: 33 Mosley St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1YF

You aren't a student in Newcastle if you haven't been to Flares. This retro 70s club oozes pure pop cheese, thanks to its incredible drink prices, free entry on student nights, and its endless array of cheesy tunes. Leave your ego at the door, stop pretending you’re cooler than everyone else, get on down to Flares, and indulge!

Tup Tup Palace

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Where: 7 St Nicholas' St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RE

This is one for the boujee students. With sparklers on the bottles and three rooms spanning house, R&B, hip hop, grime, chart-toppers, and afrobeats, Tup Tup Palace is bound to catch your attention. If you love a good VIP area and prefer heels to Air Force 1s, Tup Tup Palace is a Newcastle student club to keep note of. 

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Soho Rooms

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Where: 25-27 Mosley St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1YF

Voted the best club in Newcastle by The Tab a few years ago, the four rooms of Soho Rooms are going to become a home away from home for students. It’s also the place to find the famous Toon Trebs, and yes, that is exactly what you think it is... a triple vodka with mixer. Lethal. Still, Soho Rooms remains an incredibly affordable option and a must-visit among Newcastle student clubs. 

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Popworld 

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Where: 14 Bigg Market, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1UW

Right, we all know what we're getting with Popworld, once you’ve been to one, you’ve been to them all, but you know the drill, it’s still one hell of a fun, carefree night. With super cheap drinks and even cheesier music, Popworld Newcastle is a barrel of fun that everyone can enjoy. It's easily one of the best Newcastle student clubs, and one you’ll undoubtedly spend loads of your time in the Toon, and probably your loan, in.

Find tickets for events at Popworld - here

The Hancock

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Where: 2a Hancock St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4PU

An essential student pub found just outside of the city centre, The Hancock has been a go-to for the student population for years now. It’s the ideal place to be for any sporting event, complete with a huge beer garden and loads of tellies. Plus, with great food for a great price, the bar is the perfect place to stop for a cheap tea when you’re not feeling it after a day’s lectures. A must-visit on the Newcastle student bars scene. 

Newcastle student bars and clubs have got everything you'd want them to have with their always killer music, cheap deals and lively atmosphere. If you're heading to Newcastle for uni this year, these are the places to rely on. 

That's not all we've got for settling into life in Newcastle. Whether it's all things freshers week and its nightlife, or what cheap and free things you can get up to in the Toon, we've got it all here. 

Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.

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