Harry Clasper (5 July 1812 – 12 July 1870) was a Tyneside professional rower and boat builder. He was an innovative boat designer who pioneered the development of the racing shell and the use of outriggers. He is said to have invented spoon-shaped oars

Apart from a Memorial at his Grave in Whickham Churchyard, his Memory is largely un-recognised.

The Pub in question, in what is The UK's largest Shopping Centre, is rather anonymous and deserves a "Proper" name, in the same way that Harry Clasper, deserves a more recognisable Memorial.