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Where you’ll find the North East’s most comforting pies this autumn
With the evenings drawing in faster and extra layers becoming essential for your commute, nothing says autumn quite like a proper pie for dinner.
We’ve rounded up some of the North East’s favourite pie spots, guaranteed to leave you feeling warm, fuzzy, and extremely chuffed with your dinner choice.
PROPA
Sheepfolds Stables, Easington Street, Monkwearmouth, Sunderland SR5 1BA
If autumn could be summed up in pastry, it’d probably look a lot like the pies coming out of Propa at Sheepfolds Stables. Created by local legend and Hairy Bikers star Si King, this Sunderland favourite champions locally sourced ingredients and traditional recipes, serving handmade pies with lashings of mash and gravy. The menu changes with the seasons, so you’re almost guaranteed a new filling every time you visit. With choices like lamb, mint, and mushy peas, there’s no reason to hesitate.
REDHOUSE
32 Sandhill, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JF
Easily one of Newcastle’s top pie destinations, Redhouse on the Quayside serves up everything you could want from a traditional pie tea. The much-loved pub has built its reputation on one simple formula: exceptional pies, creamy mash, and proper gravy. Seasonal fillings sit alongside long-standing favourites, making it the kind of comforting meal that feels tailor-made for chilly evenings and post-work wanders along the Tyne.
THE WOODMANS ARMS
Fellside Road, Whickham, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16 5BB
The Woodmans Arms has long been a destination for diners after elevated pub classics. Its kitchen pairs the warmth of traditional British cooking with modern gastropub flair, making it an ideal stop when you’re in search of a comforting autumn meal. Tucked away on the edge of Whickham, it’s a cosy spot for a Sunday afternoon with a plate of seasonal specials – pies definitely included.
THE FRENCH OVEN
Unit 27, Grainger Market Arcade, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5QF
For those who believe the best pies are found behind a bakery counter, The French Oven deserves a place on the list. Nestled in Newcastle’s bustling Grainger Market, this independent bakery has become a favourite with shoppers looking for something warm, filling, and freshly baked. Grab a pie to go and you’ve got the ideal companion for an autumn stroll through the city centre.
LOW LIGHTS TAVERN
5 Brewhouse Bank, North Shields NE30 1LL
If you’re craving pie and mash after a brisk autumn walk along the coast, the Low Lights Tavern on North Shields Fish Quay is the place to get your fix. As the oldest pub in North Shields, with more than 400 years as an alehouse, it certainly knows how to nail a pie for the colder months. With classics like steak and ale on the regular menu [CHECK], it’s a great spot to get cosy and warm up with hearty pub grub.
THE RED LION
Redcar Terrace, West Boldon NE36 0PZ
The best autumn meals are often found in village pubs, and The Red Lion in West Boldon fits the brief perfectly. With its very own pie night every Tuesday and Thursday, this spot knows exactly what a good pie looks like. Homemade pot pies come in fillings like ham and mustard, chicken and mushroom, and steak and ale, served with vegetables and your choice of mash or homemade chips. With £14.95 bagging you a starter and pie or pie and dessert, it’s exactly the kind of comforting midweek meal we’re craving as the darker nights draw in.
THE TWICE BREWED INN
Bardon Mill, Hexham NE47 7AN
Surrounded by the dramatic landscapes of Hadrian’s Wall Country, The Twice Brewed Inn offers the kind of setting that makes comfort food taste even better. After a day exploring Northumberland’s rugged countryside, tuck into a hearty pie from the traditional menu. The beef steak and Sycamore Gap shortcrust pie comes with hand-cut chips and a gravy made with the inn’s own Sycamore Gap ale. Add a pint brewed on site and you’ve got the perfect recipe for an autumn refuel.
NEWCASTLE PIE AND MASH CO
Unit 7, Co-op Buildings, Stamfordham Road, Westerhope, Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 5HL
Sometimes comfort food doesn’t need reinventing, and Newcastle Pie and Mash Co celebrates the pie and mash classic for exactly what it is. Whether you’re a fan of steak fillings or more creative seasonal combinations, this local favourite proves a well-made pie is still one of the North East’s most satisfying autumn treats.
Molly Ferry
CONTENT ASSISTANT
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