Venue Detail
Switch
About this venue
Switch is the practical hinge between an early drink and a Powerhouse finish. The two floors keep chart, dance, house and pop moving while the rooftop terrace gives the night a pause button, which is precisely why it works so well for groups still deciding how serious the evening should become.
Practical details
Address: 4-10 Scotswood Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 7JB
Hours: Mon 21:00-02:00; Thu 21:00-02:00; Fri 18:00-02:30; Sat 17:00-03:00. Closed Tue-Wed and Sun.
Canonical: https://www.queeratlas.app/newcastle/venues/switch--4217
Venue intelligence
Know before you go
Typical queue
Free entry and usually straightforward early; the terrace and bar tighten on sunny weekends and before Powerhouse peak time.
Best night
Friday and Saturday are the most complete version; arrive early for the terrace, later for DJ-led pre-club momentum.
Locals vs visitors
LGBTQ+ regulars, students, visitors and mixed friend groups meet in a sociable, high-energy room that changes as clubgoers pass through.
Dress code in practice
No published door code. Dance-floor casual, party looks and practical terrace layers fit better than formalwear.
Staff inclusion
The official visitor listing identifies Switch as a popular gay bar and links an AccessAble guide. No separate staff-training claim is published.
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