Explore The Gate With Us
We take you on a whirlwind tour of everything The Gate has to offer
Opened in 2002 on Newcastle's Newgate Street, The Gate is a vast centre of entertainment in the heart of the city offering films, food, coffee and more across its spacious three floors.
We’ve put together everything you need to know about the complex so you can make your next visit as action-packed as possible.
Entertainment
Cineworld
Cineworld on the top of the Gate fits sixteen screens into its space, meaning that there’s a vast selection of movies showing at any time - from Hollywood blockbusters and horror movies to family-friendly flicks and everything in between. All the screens are fitted to the latest, highest standard but the cinema also boasts a Screen X - an overwhelming three-screen / 270 degree viewing experience - as well as Superscreen, a wall-to-wall, ceiling to floor 4K laser projection and 4DX, which adds motion seats and all manner of effects from wind to snow! The seats are roomy, the refreshments counter is packed with goodies and there’s always plenty of offers and membership options to take advantage of.
The Newgate Social
Open every Friday, The Newgate Social is a hotspot for live music in Newcastle. Showcasing everything from estblished touring acts and tribute bands to grassroots musicians and rising local talent, it's place for good vibes, great music and unforgettable nights.
Fayre Play
Dubbed a "playground for grown-ups", Fayre Play is packed full of the kind of nostalgic funfair games that'll transport you right back to your youth - from the hook-a-duck-style Duck Hunt to the shooting gallery-inspired Shots Fired. Book up for some competitive fun with your pals and try and nab one of their iconic duck plushies by collecting prize stamps!
Game of Throwing
Axe-throwing has become quite the on-trend activity of late (presumably all those Vikings / Game Of Thrones shows played a part) and Game Of Throwing is a popular destination for people looking to unleash their inner berserker. After a training session with one of the fully qualified team, you and your friends are given a lane, some axes and a variety of game set-ups to challenge you as you hoy hefty weapons towards the target. There are a variety of packages available, including corporate bonding sessions (that has alarming potential!) and it could be a fun part of a day of good times at The Gate.
Escape
From the same team as Game Of Throwing, Escape is Newcastle’s premier exponent of those hugely popular ‘locked room’ scenarios. There are two branches – the other is on Princess Square – and The Gate incarnation offers two worlds to explore: can you avoid the alien on your crashed ship in First Contact? Or the robot cowboys in the Westworld-style set-up of Dead Man’s Hand? Either way, you have to battle with a series of puzzles and logic games to get out within 60 minutes or meet your dreadful fate!
Lane7
Bowling, darts, karaoke, pool tables, arcade games and even a retro-inspired "playground" where your body becomes the controller with immersive, interactive games - The Gate branch of Lane7 has everything you need for a fun day or night out. They've got plenty of cocktails and beers for when you've worked up a thirst and pizza and hot dogs to help keep you fuelled too!
Bally's Newcastle
Bally's boasts the largest selection of casino gaming in Newcastle but there's way more to it than just having a flutter. While guests can play everything from roulette and blackjack to three card poker and mahjong, there are also over 50 screens on the casino floor - perfect for catching all kinds of sporting actions - and no less than five bars to head to serving up refreshing beers and cocktails and classic American food every day until 3am.
Food & Drink
The WonderBar
Locally owned bar The WonderBar has had a central position in The Gate since 2019 and prides itself on its varied line-up of entertainment and activities: there’s lots of live music, food served daily, interactive darts and a never-ending roster of live sports on its many HD screens. From a weekly open mic night to regular pub quizzes, there's always something going on and its kitchen serves up everything from classic comfort food (think pizza, burgers and wings) to a hearty Sunday lunch. It’s popular with the pre-match crowd too!
Nando’s
Taking peri-peri sauce as its basis (a Portuguese-Mozambique creation), Nando’s has expanded from its South African origins to become one of the biggest food chains in the world (there are three locations in Newcastle alone). Offering take-out and a restaurant, Nando’s is obviously mostly about the chicken – in numerous permutations – but there are all sorts of other options too, from wraps to burgers, platters and veggie options. Just the place to satisfy your hunger before going upstairs for the latest blockbuster!
MOJO
Opened in 2023, MOJO quickly made a name for itself as a boisterous, lively bar with a strong line-up of cocktails and diner-style food. The music is loud (classic guitar rock across four decades is the brief), the cocktail menu is packed (including lots of mocktails), and there are wings, burgers, waffles and the rest all day long. MOJO has televised sports, bar games and lots of packages too – hen nights, bottomless brunches, cocktail masterclasses and more.
Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut was one of the first big fast food chains in the UK – the first branch opening in 1973 – and is the only company to deliver pizza to an astronaut! If you want to eat like Yuri Usachov, The Gate outlet is a fine place to fuel up on doughy goodness before catching a movie or throwing an axe. The menu is packed with flavours and they've got a great Buffet Deal before 3pm each day with all the pizza, pasta and salad you can eat!
The Mayfair
Named for the legendary and much-missed music venue that once lived on the same site, The Mayfair is a sports bar par excellence and an all-round nightspot too. With more than 10 big screens and access to all the big events, including premiership football, you don’t need to miss any of the action and there are always plenty of matchday promotions. All this plus some fine bar food and DJs at the weekends.
KISS
A relative newcomer to The Gate, KISS set up shop there in late 2025 and has been delighting lovers of Indian cuisine ever since. Describing its menu as a "love letter to Indian roots", its vibrant dishes - think everything street food-inspired small plates to comforting classic curries - are ideal paired with a selection from its cocktail list. Try the 'Toon Love Affair' - we promise you won't regret it.
The Keel Row
One of the many branches of Wetherspoons in the city, The Keel Row offers everything you’d expect: a wide range of well-kept beers and plenty of spirits, cocktails and shots; a lengthy food menu from burgers to curry, breakfasts to pub favourites – all at bargain prices, plus plenty of offers, promotions and other attractions that make The Keel Row an affordable option when you’re out and about!
The Gate has so much to offer you could spend a whole day in there and never get bored. Enjoy some lunch, play some arcade games, chuck axes around, grab a coffee and watch a movie, maybe try your luck at poker too - a city's worth of entertainment without having to leave the premises.
Main Image: The exterior of The Gate
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