PUB CULTURE VENUES ARE MELTING POTS.
THE YOUNG, THE OLD, COUPLES, FAMILIES.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME.
ABOUT US
The group was born out of a vision to create a new kind of pub.
Venues that could support the cultural development of the communities they serve, as well as simply being great places to eat, drink and socialise.
Pub Culture has venues across the North East.
Check out our venues below to find more about what each has to offer.
OUR VALUES
Quality
from the pints we pull, the cocktails we concoct and the dishes we deliver, we are committed to quality
Innovation
ordinary just won’t do – we strive to be better and to come up with new ways of surprising and delighting our customers
Service
we invest in our team to make sure that you get the best service possible, from friendly people who know their stuff
Standards
the bar is set high at Pub Culture. Our people are the best in the business, which means that the standard you can expect is exceptional
MEET THE BOARD
Paul Callaghan
Chairman
As an entrepreneur, Paul brings 40 years of business experience to Pub Culture.
In 1992 he established the Leighton Group, the globally successful digital and software business, and he is a former chair of the Regional Development Agency and Sunderland University. He currently chairs the Sunderland Music, Arts and Culture Trust.
Favourite beer: Anarchy Blonde Star
Favourite Pub Culture venue meal: Our pubs serve great pies
Pub quiz: I’m in it to win it!
Joe Smith
Operations Director
As a proven business leader in the pub and hospitality trade, Joe has extensive knowledge of operating both managed and leased & tenanted pubs.
He has vast experience of developing businesses by recruiting, training and developing key staff and building effective and professional teams. He creates pubs that are customer-focused and have an ethic of service excellence.
Previously Operations and Estates Director for Camerons Brewery, he developed and integrated their pub estate, identifying and carry out full refurbishment of 20 new sites and developing the Head of Steam brand.
Between 2008 and 2013 he was Operations Manager for Greene King running an estate of 55 pubs and between 2004 and 2008 Joe was Regional Manager of Enterprise Inns managing an estate of 75 tenanted licensed public houses in North East England and, while in this role, he was the winner of ALMR Operations Manager of the year.
The Pub Culture team share a vision – to create honest, family-friendly pubs where people feel at home and make memories.
TIMELINE
OUR VENUES
THE DUN COW SUNDERLAND
Old meets new in this stunningly restored public house. Set in the shadow of Sunderland’s historic Empire Theatre, in a Grade II listed building, the Dun Cow Sunderland offers a contemporary twist on a traditional pub.
THE PEACOCK
Spectacularly brought back to life, The Peacock is a stylish addition to Sunderland’s bar and pub scene. Named in honour of The Peacock Inn, which once graced the site, this family-friendly pub offers comfortable surroundings and a stunning food menu.
THE DUN COW JESMOND
Warm, cosy and stylish, the Dun Cow Jesmond is tucked away in Brandling Village, a stone’s throw from the suburb’s popular Osborne Road. Fresh home-cooked food and a great choice of drinks including an extensive gin selection.
THE ENGINE ROOM AT THE FIRE STATION
Housed in one of Sunderland city centre’s most beautiful buildings, which has been wonderfully restored, The Engine Room is a key part of The Fire Station’s offer.
CHARTS NEWCASTLE
Nestled on Newcastle’s beautiful Quayside, with views across to the stunning Sage Gateshead, is Charts, a place that will take you on a musical and culinary adventure. Great food, inspired by flavours from around the world, is coupled with jazz and funky soul music – for relaxed grown-up days and nights.