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NEWCASTLE CATHEDRAL
A BEACON OF LIGHT
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OPENING TIMES
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Sat & Sun
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Mon-Fri
8am-6pm -
Café 16
Mon-Sat 10am-4pm -
FREE ENTRY
Opening times
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Sat & Sun
8am-4pm & 8am-5pm -
Mon-Fri
8am-6pm -
Café 16
Mon-Sat 10am-4pm - FREE ENTRY
What's on
Events & special services
Newcastle Cathedral offers a vibrant programme of concerts, organ recitals, exhibitions and activities throughout the year.
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This calendar does not include all daily or weekly services – please refer to our ‘Services & Music schedule’.
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Small Sounds (Spring 2026 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Choral Evensong BBC Radio 3 Live Broadcast
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Chrism Eucharist – Maundy Thursday
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
The Liturgy of Maundy Thursday
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
The Liturgy of Good Friday
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
The Easter Vigil
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Festal Eucharist of Easter Day
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Choral Evensong on Easter Day
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, NewcastleWeek of Events
Monday, March 30, 2026
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March 30, 2026 -Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)
Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)
Join us for beautiful music on the Cathedral’s magnificent Lewis/Harrison/Nicholson organ every Monday throughout the year. Recitals are given 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 »
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
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March 31, 2026 -Small Sounds (Spring 2026 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5
Small Sounds (Spring 2026 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5
Small Sounds is Newcastle Cathedral’s lively, welcoming music-making group for children aged 0–5 and their grown-ups. Join us every Tuesday morning during term time, 10:15–10:45am, for a joyful introduction to music. These FREE, interactive sessions are specially designed for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, and are generously funded by the Cathedral Music Trust. Led by trained... Read more »
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
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April 1, 2026 -Choral Evensong BBC Radio 3 Live Broadcast
Choral Evensong BBC Radio 3 Live Broadcast
Join us on the Wednesday of Holy Week for Choral Evensong. This service will be broadcast live on BBC Radio 3’s long-running Choral Evensong programme, sharing the beautiful voices of the Cathedral Choir with listeners nationwide. All are welcome to attend in person. If you would like to be part of the congregation during this... Read more »
Thursday, April 2, 2026
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April 2, 2026 -Chrism Eucharist – Maundy Thursday
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April 2, 2026 -The Liturgy of Maundy Thursday
Chrism Eucharist – Maundy Thursday
Come join the clergy and lay ministers of Newcastle Diocese as they renew their commitment to serve. Special oils for baptism, confirmation and healing will be blessed for use in churches and parishes in the year ahead, and the Cathedral Choir will fill the space with wonderful music. Please note: This service will not be... Read more »
The Liturgy of Maundy Thursday
On Maundy Thursday, we remember the final meal Jesus shared with his disciples before his arrest. This is a time to reflect on love, service and sacrifice as we prepare our hearts for the solemnity of Good Friday and the hope of the Resurrection. As part of the service, there will be the opportunity to participate... Read more »
Friday, April 3, 2026
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April 3, 2026 -The Liturgy of Good Friday
The Liturgy of Good Friday
Good Friday is the day we remember Jesus’ crucifixion. Join us for a solemn service reflecting on his sacrifice and the meaning of the Cross. The Cathedral Choir will sing music that helps us think deeply about this important day. This service will also be live-streamed via our YouTube channel (see below). https://youtube.com/live/UERmyCYXQ84 Click here... Read more »
Saturday, April 4, 2026
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April 4, 2026 -The Easter Vigil
The Easter Vigil
The Easter Vigil is the first service of Easter, held on the evening of Holy Saturday (the day before Easter Day). It begins with the lighting of the New Fire, a symbolic expectant waiting for the resurrection of Jesus on Easter morning. The large Easter candle is lit from the fire and brought into a... Read more »
Sunday, April 5, 2026
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April 5, 2026 -Festal Eucharist of Easter Day
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April 5, 2026 -Choral Evensong on Easter Day
Festal Eucharist of Easter Day
Celebrate the joy of Easter morning with us! Jesus is risen, and we’ll sing, pray and give thanks with the Cathedral Choir in a service full of happiness and hope. This service will also be live-streamed via our YouTube channel (see below). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpgRVRzShHs Click here to read and follow along with the Order of Service... Read more »
Choral Evensong on Easter Day
End your Easter Day with a glorious, music-filled service at Newcastle Cathedral. Join us for Choral Evensong featuring uplifting compositions, as we joyfully celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. This service will also be live-streamed via our YouTube channel. Click here for our weekly Services & Music schedule. All services are FREE to attend, with no... Read more »