Home > Durham > Jarrow > The Alkali The Alkali

Picture source: Jim Scott

The Alkali was situated on Swinburne Street. This pub was present by 1839 when the publican was John Lamb. Rebuilt in 1899, it was also known as The Zenith. Made famous as the pub where Catherine Cookson's grandfather would send her to get his jug of beer, it is now used as a children's nursery.

Do you have any anecdotes, historical information, updates or photos of this pub? Become a contributor by submitting them here. Like this site? Follow us on Make email contact with other ex-customers and landlords of this pub by adding your details to this page.