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NEWCASTLE CATHEDRAL
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  • Saturdays and Sundays
    8am-5pm
  • Mondays to Fridays
    8am-6pm
  • Café 16
    Mon-Sat 10am-4pm
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Opening times

  • Saturdays and Sundays
    8am-5pm
  • Mondays to Fridays
    8am-6pm
  • Café 16
    Mon-Sat 10am-4pm
  • FREE ENTRY

What's on

Events & special services

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.

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The Story Chair

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Watch this short film about the creation and development of the Story Chair. The Story Chair was designed with women in touch with the criminal justice system in collaboration with charity Changing Lives, Northumbria University and Newcastle Cathedral, supported by the North East Probation Service and The British Academy. As part of the project, over... Read more »

Access: Newcastle Cathedral (Exhibition)

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Speaking Up Together Beyond Boundaries is a self-advocacy group led by adults with learning disabilities and autistic people from the local area. The group first connected with Newcastle Cathedral in 2022 through a community singing group. Since then, they’ve become regular visitors, meeting at Café 16 in the Cathedral Refectory and leading creative workshops. With... Read more »

Conversations with Stone – Curated by Elizabeth Oughton (Exhibition)

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

'Conversations with Stone' is a group exhibition that includes local artists, current students and graduates from the MFA (Fine Art) programme at Newcastle University. The show explores the spiritual, social, cultural and economic histories of the building, interpreted through artistic practice. The exhibition, featuring works by Alia Gargum, Bex Etheridge, Bridget Kennedy, Carol McCourt, Elizabeth... Read more »

Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

Free

Newcastle Cathedral History Tours

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

GIVE AS YOU FEEL

Small Sounds – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5 (Spring Term)

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

FREE

Newcastle Cathedral History Tours

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

GIVE AS YOU FEEL

Newcastle Cathedral History Tours

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

GIVE AS YOU FEEL
Event Series Awesome Silent Discos: February 2025

Awesome Silent Discos: Family Silent Disco Party – February 2025

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

North East Company Awesome Silent Discos had so much fun partying at Newcastle Cathedral in September that they are going to do it all over again in February 2025. This family-friendly session (12:30-3pm) welcomes all, including those under 18, for a fantastic afternoon of music and fun. Expect a lively mix of 90s and 2000s... Read more »

£9
Event Series Awesome Silent Discos: February 2025

Awesome Silent Discos: February 2025

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

North East Company Awesome Silent Discos had so much fun partying at Newcastle Cathedral in September that they are going to do it all over again in February 2025. Family Silent Disco Party, 12:30-3pm This family-friendly session welcomes all, including those under 18, for a fantastic afternoon of music and fun. Expect a lively mix... Read more »

£23.95 – £39.95
Event Series Awesome Silent Discos: February 2025

Awesome Silent Discos: February 2025

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

North East Company Awesome Silent Discos had so much fun partying at Newcastle Cathedral in September that they are going to do it all over again in February 2025. Family Silent Disco Party, 12:30-3pm This family-friendly session welcomes all, including those under 18, for a fantastic afternoon of music and fun. Expect a lively mix... Read more »

£23.95 – £39.95

Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

Free

Pop-Up Hospital Family Fun Day

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Staff from the Great North Children’s Hospital will be on hand to showcase their incredible work and give children the exciting opportunity to explore a real ambulance! This year, we’re also thrilled to welcome the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, who will offer a fun and fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the world of... Read more »

FREE

The Music of Dire Straits & Mark Knopfler – Presented by The Live Music Co Ltd

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Experience the magic of Dire Straits like never before as some of the UK's finest session musicians come together to celebrate the legendary sound of Mark Knopfler and his iconic band. Performed by candlelight, this unique concert will take you on a journey through Dire Straits' greatest hits, from the electrifying 'Sultans of Swing' to... Read more »

£31.58 – £44.04

Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

Free

Newcastle Cathedral History Tours

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

GIVE AS YOU FEEL

Ash Wednesday Sung Eucharist with the Imposition of Ashes

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Join us for a special service to begin the season of Lent – an opportunity for reflection and repentance and to prepare our hearts for the coming of Easter. As part of the service, you are invited to receive the sign of the cross in ashes on your forehead, a powerful symbol of humility and... Read more »

Small Sounds – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5 (Spring Term)

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

FREE

Women and Child Removal: A Story of Hope (International Women’s Day Event)

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Two days before International Women’s Day, this event will celebrate women's recovery from child removal with talks and visual and written art highlighting the voices of those who have experienced this journey. Recent findings indicate that child removal is a predictor of premature death in women. England has the highest rates of child removal, with... Read more »

FREE

Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

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 »

Free