TRAVEL & ACCESS INFO.

Venue address
Anarchy Brew Co
Benfield Business Park
Benfield Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE6 4NQ
UK

Public Transport

Metro (recommended)
The venue is a short walk from Walkergate Metro Station on the Tyne & Wear Metro (Yellow Line).

  • Trains run frequently from Newcastle City Centre, Tynemouth, Whitley Bay, and South Shields

  • Approx. 8 minutes from Monument Station

  • Step-free access available at Walkergate Station

Walking directions from Walkergate Metro (approx. 5 minutes):

  1. Exit Walkergate Metro Station

  2. Take the first left after exiting

  3. Walk through the alleyway

  4. Enter Benfield Business Park via the gate (it IS open!)

  5. Continue straight through the site – the venue is clearly signposted

Bus

Multiple bus routes serve the Benfield / Walkergate area from Newcastle City Centre and surrounding areas. Services typically stop on Benfield Road or nearby Shields Road, both within short walking distance of the venue.

 

(Exact routes vary – promoters are advised to check local timetables via Nexus or Google Maps.)

Driving

From Newcastle City Centre

  • Approx. 10–15 minutes by car, traffic dependent

  • Follow A186 eastbound towards Walkergate / Wallsend

  • Turn onto Benfield Road and follow signage for Benfield Business Park

     

From A1 (North or South)

  • Exit at A1058 Coast Road

  • Follow signs for Walkergate / Newcastle East

  • Turn off onto Benfield Road

Parking

  • Free on-site parking is available within Benfield Business Park

  • Suitable for audience parking, production vehicles, and band vans

  • Load-in vehicles can park close to the venue entrance (advance coordination recommended for larger vehicles)

Load-In / Crew Access

  • Ground-level access within the business park

  • Wide access routes suitable for vans and small trucks

  • Load-in arrangements and timings to be confirmed during advance

Taxis

  • Uber, local taxis, and private hire vehicles operate reliably in the area

  • Typical taxi time from Newcastle City Centre: 10 minutes

  • Drop-off and pickup available directly outside the venue

Accessibility