JD Sports Bar Horden on Northumberland Street opening today

The JD Sports Bar will open on Friday, March 6, and aims to become the go-to spot for live sport, games, and socialising with friends in the town.

The bar is kitted out with five new pool tables, two snooker tables, and three virtual darts lanes.

JD Sports Bar say they will also have Sky Sports and TNT Sports. (Image: JD Sports Bar)

In a Facebook post the Northumberland Street bar said: “Welcome to the new home of game nights.

“We have five brand new pool tables, two brand new snooker tables, three brand new virtual darts lanes, custom seating design, the list goes on!!”

The post also mentions eight “massive”  built-in media wall screens.

The bar is kitted out with entertainment options including five new pool tables. (Image: JD Sports Bar)

They also promoted ice-cold beers, next-level cocktails, good music and good vibes, adding that this isn’t just another bar opening, this is a sports bar when you can have fun with your friends whilst enjoying drinks.

The bar will open at 12pm and show sport on Sky and TNT.

The news has been met with excitement from people in the community. (Image: JD Sports Bar)

The news has been met with excitement from people in the community, with social media users quick to share their support.

One Facebook user said: “Looks absolutely mint, it’s definitely something needed for Horden.”

Another wrote: “Looks amazing, absolutely unrecognisable.”

Their social media page describes it as “the best place to catch every game. Whether you are here for the action or the rivalries, or just good times with friends – we’ve got you covered.”