Accessibility and Opening Time Notices – Before planning your visit, please check our Visitor Notices for the latest accessibility and opening time information. Click here to view.

DONATE

NEWCASTLE CATHEDRAL
A BEACON OF LIGHT

  • OPENING TIMES

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

  • FREE ENTRY

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.

View all services

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

Filters

Changing any of the form inputs will cause the list of events to refresh with the filtered results.

Family-Friendly Crib Service

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

Please note: Despite incorrect information listed elsewhere, our Crib Service will be held on Christmas Eve, Tuesday 24 December. Due to its interactive nature, this service won't be live-streamed via our YouTube channel. Prepare for Christmas with an interactive Nativity experience. You’ll meet angels, shepherds, and wise men and join in singing your favourite carols.... Read more »

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

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

A traditional service featuring uplifting readings that tell the Christian salvation story, enhanced by carols and sacred music performed by the Cathedral Choir. This year, the Church of England invites us to reflect on the serene heart of the Christmas story – Mary cradling the newborn Jesus, the Light of the World. In the midst... Read more »

Candlelit Midnight Mass

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

Join us for carols and choral music as we gather for the first Eucharist of Christmas Day, honouring the birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. This year, the Church of England invites us to reflect on the serene heart of the Christmas story – Mary cradling the newborn Jesus, the Light of the World. In... Read more »

Festal Eucharist for Christmas Morning

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

Celebrate ‘God with Us’ at this joyful, family-friendly service on Christmas Day. You'll enjoy readings, carols, choral music, and an uplifting festive sermon. This year, the Church of England invites us to reflect on the serene heart of the Christmas story – Mary cradling the newborn Jesus, the Light of the World. In the midst... Read more »

Event Series Mystery Winter Warmer Walk (Newcastle City Guides Tour)

Mystery Winter Warmer Walk (Newcastle City Guides Tour)

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

Join Newcastle City Guides for a one-hour mystery winter warmer walk, beginning and ending at Newcastle Cathedral. After your journey through the city's hidden stories, return to the Cathedral for a complimentary hot drink and mince pie — a perfect way to warm up! Led by a group of passionate, well-trained volunteers, Newcastle City Guides... Read more »

£7
Event Series Mystery Winter Warmer Walk (Newcastle City Guides Tour)

Mystery Winter Warmer Walk (Newcastle City Guides Tour)

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

Join Newcastle City Guides for a one-hour mystery winter warmer walk, beginning and ending at Newcastle Cathedral. After your journey through the city's hidden stories, return to the Cathedral for a complimentary hot drink and mince pie — a perfect way to warm up! Led by a group of passionate, well-trained volunteers, Newcastle City Guides... Read more »

£7

G4 Christmas Tour 2024

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

Get ready for a spectacular Christmas celebration with G4! Jon, Jai, Mike and Duncan are delighted to bring their hotly anticipated 20th anniversary 'G4 Christmas' tour across the UK in 2024, with more dates than ever before. Selling out year after year, audiences cannot get enough of this breathtaking festive experience that will warm your... Read more »

£14.50 – £69.50

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

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

Sung Eucharist for the Feast of Epiphany

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

Join us for our Sung Eucharist on the Feast of Epiphany, a time to reflect on the many ways Jesus illuminates the world. This day marks the revelation of Jesus Christ to the Wise Men – also known as the Magi – who journeyed to Bethlehem, guided by a star, to worship the newborn King.... Read more »

Event Series Small Sounds – Music Sessions for Aged 0-5

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

Sung Eucharist for the Festival of the Baptism of Christ

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

Celebrate the Baptism of Christ with us! This special service marks the moment Jesus was baptised in the River Jordan, showing the beginning of his ministry. We will reflect on the importance of baptism and renewal, and the Cathedral Choir will fill the service with beautiful music. This service will also be live-streamed via our... 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
Event Series Small Sounds – Music Sessions for Aged 0-5

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

Phoenix Chamber Folk Ensemble: Concert in aid of the Oswin Project

Café 16 in Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Come along to Café 16 in the Cathedral Refectory for an afternoon concert by the Phoenix Chamber Folk Ensemble, raising funds for the Oswin Project. The Phoenix Chamber Folk Ensemble is a mixed-instrument ensemble with 30+ members, including leaders Marina Dodgson and Maurice Condie. They play new arrangements of traditional folk music, including Northumbrian tunes,... Read more »

£6

Choral Evensong – Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

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

This year marks the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed, which we say each Sunday morning. It is a statement of faith that is shared by all the different Christian denominations. To celebrate this anniversary, we will be joined by friends from the Roman Catholic Diocese at Evensong on Sunday 19 January at 4pm at... 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

Visit us today

WHAT'S ON

Our music

GET INVOLVED

Support us

FIND OUT HOW