‘Best pub in Jarra’ - Shields Gazette readers share memories of Johnnie’s
Readers have shared their memories of Johnnie’s Bar.
Shields Gazette readers took to social media to share their memories of Johnnie’s Bar, on Walter Street, in Jarrow, after the pub went up for sale for £195,000.
The pub was previously put up for sale in November 2024 and plans were submitted to South Tyneside Council in early 2024 to transform the premises into a children’s nursery.
However, the pub has been put back on the market, with many taking the opportunity to reflect on years gone by at the popular pub.
This is what you had to say via the Shields Gazette Facebook page:
Carl Trevena: “Will always be Johnny Ingles.
“I collected glasses there from 12 to leaving to join the army at 16.”
Bridget Bravey: “Lovely little pub, we used to do our line dancing in there.”
Carol Marie Inglis: “It will always be Johnny’s. My nanna and Granda’s - John and Marion Inglis.”
Janet Smith: “Would make a lovely bistro.”
Claire Anthony: “It will always be the Golden Lion.”
Frankie O'Sullivan: “Best pub in Jarra, mid 80s.”
Kathleen Lynch: “When I bought the pub it was always full. We did lots of events for all different charities and Sunday lunch.
“I never had to advise, the kettle was always on the back of the bar - I loved all the customers, fab memories.”
Julie Ryan: “Not much money for what it is.
“It’s sad to see the pubs we all know and love end up like this.”