Newcastle-based Full Circle Brew Co is bringing its first-ever pub to Fenwick Newcastle. The independent brewery will open the new venue in October, marking its first permanent pub away from its brewery and taproom at Hoults Yard in Ouseburn.
The pub will feature 12 taps and two cask lines, serving Full Circle’s own beers alongside a rotating selection from independent breweries from across the UK. Regular guest beers, collaborations and tap takeovers are also planned, with Full Circle aiming to create a city centre showcase for independent brewing rather than a venue focused solely on its own range.
Food will also form a major part of the offering, with Full Circle teaming up with well known Newcastle street food vendor Peckin’ Order to serve its fried chicken and smash burgers from the new pub.
The partnership will bring together Full Circle’s independent beers and Peckin’ Order’s food offering, giving the venue a distinct food and drink identity and another reason for customers to visit throughout the day.
The pub will be located on the first floor of the store in the space previously occupied by the Golden Flake Tavern – the 2025 collaboration between Fenwick and fellow North East founded brand Greggs.
Full Circle already has close links to the site, having brewed the exclusive collaboration beers served at the Golden Flake Tavern.
Ben Cleary, founder of Full Circle Brew Co, said: “Opening our first pub is a huge moment for us and we couldn’t think of a better place to do it than in the heart of Newcastle.
“We’ve always wanted Full Circle to be about more than just brewing our own beer. We love great pubs and everything that comes with them, and having Peckin’ Order serving their food alongside the beers is a massive part of what we want the venue to be.
“There’ll be plenty of Full Circle on the bar, but we also want to use the space to champion other brilliant independent breweries. With guest beers, collaborations and tap takeovers planned, there should always be something different for people to try.
“Fenwick is such an iconic part of Newcastle and, having already worked with Fenwick and Greggs on the Golden Flake Tavern, taking over the space feels like a really exciting and natural next step for us.
“Our brewery and taproom in Ouseburn will always be our home, but opening our first dedicated pub gives us the opportunity to bring Full Circle to a completely new audience in the city centre. We can’t wait to get the doors open.”
Kieran McBride, Store Director at Fenwick Newcastle, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Full Circle Brew Co to Fenwick Newcastle and to continue our support of the city’s thriving independent food and drink scene. Full Circle is a fantastic local business with a strong community spirit, and we’re excited to see them bring their first city-centre pub to life at Fenwick Newcastle.
We look forward to welcoming both our customers and community to the new venue this October.”
Full Circle Brew Co was founded in 2019 and operates its brewery, taproom and events space from Hoults Yard in Ouseburn. Since launching in late 2019, the company has grown into an established name in the independent brewing sector, with its beers now sold across the UK and exported to 12 countries.
Its core range includes Looper IPA, Repeater Session IPA, Hoop American Pale Ale, Rotator and Meridian, alongside seasonal releases and collaborations with other breweries. The business has also received a number of industry awards, with flagship Looper IPA winning Gold in the keg IPA category at SIBA BeerX in both 2022 and 2024, as well as Gold at the Asia Beer Awards in 2023 and FHA Beer Awards in 2024.
Full Circle has also been recognised at the SIBA Business Awards for its community engagement, brewery webshop and collaborative partnerships with Fenwick, Greggs and more. The new Fenwick venue will be Full Circle’s first permanent location in Newcastle
city centre and represents the next stage in the brewery’s growth.
Further details of the opening date and launch events will be announced ahead of the pub opening in October 2026.
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