The Blackbird
2 courses & optional Prosecco for two at historic gastropub
-
New to itison
-
Find out how with our new postal and email gifting service
At a glance
2 courses with optional Prosecco for two at The Blackbird, Ponteland; dog-friendly gastropub loved by locals featuring a roaring fireplace and a fantastic selection of classic dishes & real ales - with plenty of parking available too!
Options
Going out this week?
Get 50% off dining in the next 7 days with our new way to eat out.
Popular Food and Drink
About today's deal
- 2 courses for two at The Blackbird
- Option to include a glass of Prosecco each
Set menu
Starters
- Soup of the day with warm roll
- Country pate with pickled carrot & hazelnut salad, apricot chutney and red wine reduction
- Roast beetroot & heritage carrots with hummus, goats cheese, dukkah and raspberry dressing
Mains
- Chicken supreme with buttered savoy, wild mushrooms, chive mash and truffle jus
- Sautéed potato gnocchi with tenderstem and wild mushrooms
- Market fish of the day with spinach, saffron sauce, root vegetables, mussels and samphire
The Blackbird
- Once a spectacular country manor, The Blackbird is now one of Ponteland's favourite spots for unforgettable food and delicious real ales
- Their menu serves up elevated gastropub dishes as well as an excellent selection of real ales, cocktails and more
- Not just any country inn, the restaurant has a long history stretching back over 500 years - keep an eye out for historic features including a beautiful Tudor fireplace
- The cosy decor pays homage to the inn's historic roots with wood panelling and exposed beams, and if the sun is shining, you can grab a seat in the beer garden!
- They're even dog-friendly, so your furry friends can come along for the meal
- Just a 20 minute drive from the city centre with plenty of parking available
Small print
- Valid from Wed 1 Apr until Tue 30 Jun 2026, Mon - Fri 12noon - 7pm, Sat 12noon - 2pm; subject to availability.
- Excludes Sundays.
- Voucher must be booked at least 24hrs in advance and by Tue 23 Jun 2026.
- Online bookings only.
- You risk forfeiting your voucher if you cancel within 24 hours of your booking.
- Includes 2 courses from a set menu; subject to change.
- Vegetarian, dairy and gluten / wheat free options are available. Please advise restaurant at time of booking.
- Option 2: Includes a 125ml glass of Prosecco each. Alcohol can be replaced with a soft drink.
- Wheelchair access available.
- Children permitted until 9pm
- A small service fee will be applied to your order, you'll see the exact amount at checkout.
- Advanced booking required or risk forfeiting your voucher.
- The venue may restrict the number of itison bookings on each day so please book early if you want a specific date.
- The beginning and end period of a voucher’s validity is always the busiest. We advise members to book well in advance to avoid disappointment.
- You can use your paperless voucher from your itison account on any mobile device. Printed vouchers are also accepted.
- Voucher is not exchangeable for cash or valid with any other offers.
- Images used for illustrative purposes only.
Location
-
The Blackbird
North Rd, Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne
NE20 9UH
You may also like
Explore more on itison
Why choose itison?
Buy with confidence
We're rated 'Excellent' on Trustpilot
5* customer support
We have a local and dedicated customer support team
Secure online purchases
We never store your credit card details on our system
Do good in the community
We support great local charities through itison us