Mayfair Ballroom

Mayfair Ballroom was a performance venue in Newcastle upon Tyne that operated from 1961 to 1999 as both a dance hall and concert space. The building featured an oblong main room with a stage along one wall and a surrounding balcony that could hold roughly 1,500 people.

The venue opened in 1961 under Mecca organisation management and quickly became an important site for live music in the region. After nearly four decades of operation, the building was demolished in 1999 to make way for The Gate entertainment complex.

The venue served as a gathering place for music fans and dancers across the region for decades. It shaped Newcastle's nightlife through diverse programming that ranged from formal dances to concerts and later electronic music events.

The venue was within walking distance of Newcastle's city center and offered ample space to accommodate various types of events. Visitors could expect different entry points, standing areas, and seating depending on the specific event being held.

Bands like Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd performed some of their early shows at this venue, shaping British rock history. These performances made it a touchstone for the emergence of modern rock music during the 1960s and 1970s.

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

GPS coordinates: 54.97200,-1.61600

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:06