The Three Tuns

SAT 18 APRIL: Rivet + Ponsaelius + Nathan Johnson
2026-04-18 20:30 - 22:30 (Europe/London) | The Three Tuns, 92 Sheriff's Highway, Gateshead, NE9 5SD, United Kingdom
As we continue our drive to be the home for new music in Gateshead, we are bringing three exciting future prospects to the Tuns stage.

FRI 17 APR: The Hybrids
2026-04-17 20:30 - 22:30
The Hybrids always bring a great selection of rock classics to the Tuns stage. Expect some Whitesnake, Queen, The Police and many more to entertain you as this power trio keeps on keeping the spirit of rock alive.

FRI 10 APR: Jonny Boyle
2026-04-10 20:30 - 22:30
It seems like forever since we had the legend that is Jonny Boyle on the Tuns stage, so we thought it was time we put that right.

FRI 3 APR: ARCADIAS + POLYFILLAS
2026-04-03 20:30 - 22:30
The Arcadias return, with original high energy surfy, bluesy, punky Alternative Rock. This time they’re ably supported by The Polyfillas.

SAT 28 MAR: ROCK MACHINE
2026-03-28 20:30 - 22:30
You may not know the name, but long time live music lovers will definitely recognise some familiar faces.VOCALS: MICK HANBY (Heartbreaker, Rock Solid, FM)DRUMS: NATT (The Whole Hog, Driven Serious, Sour Dogs)GUITAR: SPIDER (Lock n Load, Sleeze Sisters, Traffikers)BASS: GAZ TONE CROFT: (Lock n Load, Witchkraft, Heavy Load)They’ll be bringing some power to AC/DC, Whitesnake, Free, Zep, Gary Moore and so much more!

FRI 20 MAR: St Patrick's Day Party w. The Quiet Fire
2026-03-20 20:30 - 22:30
We’ve got something special for Saint Patrick’s Weekend this year.

The Quiet Fire will be bringing us the best of Irish party tunes such as The Pogues, interspersed with some Johnny Cash, Credence Clearwater Revival and even some Chuck Berry.

We have some great drink offers for the day too

Jameson’s whisky shots for 99p

Bailey’s cups for £1.99

Guinness only £3.95

and have a Steak & Guinness Pie for £2.50

SAT 14 MAR: Double Denim
2026-03-14 20:30 - 22:30
Double Denim invite you to experience their acoustic duo act by stepping back into the vibrant world of the 90’s with their charming harmonies and playful arrangements of alternative pop, indie and dance music!

FRI 13 MAR: GARAGELAND UK
2026-03-13 20:30 - 22:30
Garageland UK are a North Yorkshire band bringing some great punk classics, such as Buzzcocks, Pistols, Stranglers, Ramones, Generation X and many more.

FRI 6 MAR: FIFTY CAL.
2026-03-06 20:30 - 22:30
FIFTY CAL. are a band who play great punk covers from the likes of The Sex Pistols, The Damned, Stiff Little Fingers and The Ramones, with some punked up Jam, The Who and many more.

SAT 28 FEB: GODZZ OF WOR
2026-02-28 20:30 - 22:30
We’re glad to welcome Chris, Bazza and Jim back to The Tuns stage for a great selection of power rock, including Thin Lizzy, Gary Moore and of course ZZ Top.

FRI 27 FEB: Mad Manners
2026-02-27 20:30 - 22:30
Mad Manners is a proper party with this one man Madness, Specials, Bad Manners and all things ska tribute show.

SUN 22 FEB: Micky Glamz
2026-02-22 16:30 - 18:30
Well, it’s time we had another Sunday afternoon treat, so how about a bit of glam rock??

We have Micky Glamz and his Glam Rock Revolution getting the party going! An incredible One Man Show featuring the most magical songs of the decade from all the glam icons such as Slade, Sweet, T.rex, Bay City Rollers, Queen, Mud, Bowie, Alice Cooper, Showaddywaddy and many more!

SAT 21 FEB: The Brothel Creepers
2026-02-21 20:30 - 22:30
The Brothel Creepers may be new to many, but Tom Atkinson has played The Tuns stage on many a night.

There’ll be some Hendrix, Cream, Sensational Alex Harvey Band, Purple, Bowie, Beatles and even a bit of the impeccable Spinal Tap. This is one we’re really looking forward to.

SAT 14 FEB: Get A Grip
2026-02-14 20:30 - 22:30
Get a Grip are not just a superb Stranglers covers band (which they undoubtedly are), they also play a few bonus tracks from those other great punk acts too.

Fri 13 Feb: TYNE MAIDEN
2026-02-13 20:30 - 22:30
Everyone’s favourite IRON MAIDEN band make their always triumphant return to the Tuns stage.

There’s a reason these guys are the band of choice for Christmas Rocks at Newcastle City Hall. If you like your NWOBHM, you’ll be mad to miss this one!

Sat 7 Feb: TOXIC
2026-02-07 20:30 - 22:30
Toxic

Perhaps the region’s most loved punk band, and definitely among our Tuns favourites. You’re guaranteed a great show from Toxic.

Expect The Clash, The Damned, Sex Pistols, SLF, UK Subs and more!

Sat 31 Jan: THE LOCAL HEROES
2026-01-31 20:30 - 22:30
A new one for The Tuns, this new band celebrates the best of North East music, from The Animals to Sam Fender, via Police, Dire Straits and Lindisfarne.

Fri 30 Jan: MOJAVE
2026-01-30 20:30 - 22:00
Punk, New Wave and poppy classics. Expect some Blondie, Bowie and Buzzcocks and lots more besides.

Sat 24 Jan: MT ARMS
2026-01-24 20:30 - 22:30
Loud Electric Rhythm and Blues.

Fri 23 Jan: SKYCLAD
2026-01-23 20:30 - 22:30
We are beyond honoured that folk metal pioneers Skyclad have chosen The Three Tuns for their warm up gig before heading out on their tour. This is definitely not one to be missed.

Fri 16 Jan: DANNY NEEDHAM EXPLOSION
2026-01-16 20:30 - 22:30
When you combine the percussive talent that is Danny Needham, with north east guitar royalty Russ Tippins, and the remarkable bass of Craig Stephenson, you’re guaranteed some “doors-blown-off” rock. Does anyone do it better?

Fri 9 Jan: UNDERCOVER
2026-01-09 20:30 - 22:30
Classic rock band Undercover make their Tuns debut this Friday.

It’s a set that includes Van Halen, Bryan Adams, Bon Jovi, Thin Lizzy, Killers, AC/DC and many more anthems.

NEW YEAR'S PARTY with Manny Fagnet
2025-12-31 20:30 - 2026-01-01 00:30
The Three Tuns New Year Party is always an event much looked forward to on the calendar, and we’ve had some amazing bands to see the year out, and this year it falls to Manny Fagnet to count us down.

Join us and the boys for the launch of 2026.

SAT 20 DEC: Urban Commandos
2025-12-20 20:30 - 22:30
Punkery with an avant garde twist! Everything from The Clash to Alex Harvey, via The Sweet, and a LOT of original songs and local stories. Urban Commandos are not a band you can pigeonhole, and we’re always glad to have them.

FRI 19 DEC: The Abominable Showmen
2025-12-19 20:30 - 22:30
Our crazy pals The Abominable Showmen bring the fun in the run up to Christmas with their annual festive frolics. There’s always a great selection of rock tunes, and all for charity as ever.

FRI 12 DEC: The Lost Boys
2025-12-12 20:30 - 22:30
A night of 80’s classics; Duran Duran, Deacon Blue, Spandau Ballet, Tears for Fears, Human League and so many more.

It was a great decade for music, and it’ll be a night to look forward to.

SAT 6 DEC: The Hybrids
2025-12-06 20:30 - 22:30
The Hybrids have been bringing their great classic rock setlist to the Tuns for a while, and they never disappoint.

Expect gems like Queen, Whitesnake, The Police, Dire Straits and many more.

The Hybrids

FRI 5 DEC: The Zoinks + Last Tomorrow
2025-12-05 20:30 - 22:30
The excellent Zoinks bring an eclectic range of pop, rock, punk and new wave anthems. Tonight they’re together with The Last Tomorrow and possibly more take to the Tuns stage.

SAT 29 NOV: Dreadnought
2025-11-29 20:30 - 22:30
Dreadnought take to the stage with some great rock covers.

Expect a varied setlist that will probably feature some Foo Fighters, Van Halen, REM, Ramones, Green Day, Buzzcocks, Reef and lots of other bands you wouldn’t expect on the same show

FRI 21 NOV: 1977
2025-11-21 20:30 - 22:30
This band needs NO introduction to anyone who’s a Tuns regular. 1977 have been bringing their boundless energy to all the punk classics for many years, and it’s always great to have them back.
