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Newcastle Cathedral has a vibrant programme of concerts, organ recitals, exhibitions and activities throughout the year.
This page can be used to find events and special services taking place over the next 8-12 weeks. Please note that this calendar does not include all daily or weekly services.
View all servicesOn the fourth Monday of every month, local members of the Third Order of the Society of St Francis pray silently for peace in the Chapel of the Ascension. They then participate in the 12:30pm Eucharist and invite all who are there to have lunch together afterwards at Café 16 in the Cathedral refectory. Everyone... Read more »
Join us for beautiful music on the Cathedral's magnificent Lewis/Harrison/Nicholson organ across fifty-one weeks of the year. Recitals are by talented musicians, both local and from churches and cathedrals further afield. Recitals are free to attend, with a retiring collection (suggested donation £5). Please consider donating, either in person or online. Click here to make... Read more »
Ascension Day commemorates the lifting up of Jesus Christ into heaven after his resurrection. After rising from the dead on Easter Sunday, Jesus remained with His disciples for 40 days, teaching them and preparing them. On the 40th day, Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit to them and was then “lifted up… out of... Read more »
Come and discover Newcastle Cathedral, where every stone has a story waiting to be told. Step into centuries of history with one of our passionate and knowledgeable volunteers on a captivating 45-minute to 1-hour tour of Newcastle Cathedral. Uncover the fascinating stories behind this magnificent building, from its medieval origins to its enduring role in... Read more »
Join Amy Rutherford, a studio potter based near Newcastle, for a series of classes and workshops. In this relaxed and informal workshop, you'll hand-make a trio of small serving dishes perfect for tapas, olives, and other snacks. This workshop is ideal for both complete beginners and those with some experience in working with clay. It's... Read more »
Join us for beautiful music on the Cathedral's magnificent Lewis/Harrison/Nicholson organ across fifty-one weeks of the year. Recitals are by talented musicians, both local and from churches and cathedrals further afield. Recitals are free to attend, with a retiring collection (suggested donation £5). Please consider donating, either in person or online. Click here to make... Read more »
Looking to make a difference by volunteering for a charity in the North East but not sure where to start? Or are you part of a local organisation eager to grow your volunteer team? Join us at Newcastle Cathedral for a FREE event in partnership with Connected Voice and Volunteer Centre Newcastle, designed to bring... Read more »
Join us for FREE music sessions for children aged 0-5 and their grown-ups! Shake, rattle and roll with your little ones and discover the joy of music through songs and play. These sessions, led by our fantastic workshop leaders, take families on a fun journey of musical discovery. Through engaging songs and play, your children... Read more »
Mothers’ Union is a global Christian movement that has supported families and strengthened communities in the UK and around the world since 1876. With four million members active in 84 countries, it serves people of all faiths and backgrounds through practical action, prayer and advocacy. The Diocese of Newcastle was among the first to adopt... Read more »
Join us to celebrate the vibrant volunteer community at the heart of the city of Newcastle, the Diocese, and the wider region. This informal service led in partnership with Connected Voice and Volunteer Centre Newcastle, will recognise the fantastic contribution volunteers make across the North East and is open to people of all faiths and... Read more »
Calling all Swifties – it's time to 'Shake It Off'! Experience The Music of Taylor Swift by Candlelight, an evening that will bring your 'Wildest Dreams' to life. Immerse yourself in Taylor’s greatest hits performed by a 'Fearless' live band, all in the glow of a breathtaking candlelit setting. From Cruel Summer to Blank Space... Read more »
Join a churchyard tour starting in St Nicholas Square. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? Uncover these mysteries and learn about the lives of those buried here. This tour is fully accessible for wheelchair users and follows a circular route, starting and ending... Read more »
Featuring a cast of West End Singers and epic live band, ‘Come Together’ for a ‘Magical Mystery Tour’, jam-packed with over 40 Beatles hits as you have never heard them before! This incredible show features much-loved songs, including ‘Help!’, ‘Hey Jude’, ‘Let it Be’, ‘All You Need Is Love’, ‘Yesterday’ and many more. So after... Read more »
The Day of Pentecost marks fifty days since Easter Day and brings the Easter season to an end. It is a major feast of the Church’s year when Christians recall how God’s Holy Spirit was given to the disciples after Jesus’ ascension so that they were able to share the good news of God’s love... Read more »
Thy Kingdom Come (TKC) is a global ecumenical prayer movement that invites Christians around the world to pray from Ascension to Pentecost for more people to come to know Jesus. This year, we're very excited to be celebrating the 10th year of Thy Kingdom Come with the team from St Thomas' Newcastle. Visit the St... Read more »
Join us for beautiful music on the Cathedral's magnificent Lewis/Harrison/Nicholson organ across fifty-one weeks of the year. Recitals are by talented musicians, both local and from churches and cathedrals further afield. Recitals are free to attend, with a retiring collection (suggested donation £5). Please consider donating, either in person or online. Click here to make... Read more »
Come and discover Newcastle Cathedral, where every stone has a story waiting to be told. Step into centuries of history with one of our passionate and knowledgeable volunteers on a captivating 45-minute to 1-hour tour of Newcastle Cathedral. Uncover the fascinating stories behind this magnificent building, from its medieval origins to its enduring role in... Read more »
Join us for FREE music sessions for children aged 0-5 and their grown-ups! Shake, rattle and roll with your little ones and discover the joy of music through songs and play. These sessions, led by our fantastic workshop leaders, take families on a fun journey of musical discovery. Through engaging songs and play, your children... Read more »
Join a churchyard tour starting in St Nicholas Square. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? Uncover these mysteries and learn about the lives of those buried here. This tour is fully accessible for wheelchair users and follows a circular route, starting and ending... Read more »
Join us on the Sunday following Pentecost, which is the seventh Sunday after Easter. This day is dedicated to thinking about the Holy Trinity: God as Father, God as Son (Jesus Christ), and God as Holy Spirit. This service will be live-streamed via our YouTube channel. Click here for our weekly Services & Music schedule.... Read more »
