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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. 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
This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 1 regular beer.
Criterion, South Shields
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