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Newcastle Cathedral offers a vibrant programme of concerts, organ recitals, exhibitions and activities throughout the year.
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Come and celebrate Holy Cross Day with our newly returned Cathedral Choir, as they sing for their second week of term at Sung Eucharist. For Christians, the cross – once... Read more »
Join us for a service marking the signing of the Armed Forces Covenant, a public declaration of the Cathedral and Diocese of Newcastle’s commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community.... Read more »
Bishop Helen-Ann will commission two new LGBTQI+ volunteer chaplains, Izzy McDonald-Booth and David Casati, at a special Evensong on Sunday 21 September. Izzy and David will work in the... Read more »
On 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... Read more »
Join us as the Bishop of Berwick, the Diocesan Warden of Readers, admits and licenses new Readers into the life of the Church and Diocese of Newcastle, with the Bishop... Read more »
Newcastle Cathedral’s Harvest Festival will be a joyful celebration of the season, filled with music, prayer, and reflection on the gifts of the harvest. The service will feature uplifting music... Read more »
Join us to mark the 220th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar at this short annual service, hosted by the Lord Mayor’s Office. The service is attended by the Lord... Read more »
On 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... Read more »
All Saints' Day is a time for us to remember and honour those who have gone before us, saints known and unknown, whose lives have been a beacon of faith... Read more »
At this Requiem Eucharist for All Souls’ Day, we remember with thanksgiving those we have loved and lost. Following All Saints’ Day, which honours all the saints, All Souls’ Day... Read more »
Join us on the Third Sunday Before Advent for a Sung Eucharist marking Remembrance Sunday. As part of this service, we will honour those who have given their lives in... Read more »
Gather in St Nicholas Square on the eleventh day of the eleventh month – the anniversary of the Armistice that ended the First World War – for a short act... Read more »
On 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... Read more »
Join us for a candlelit service of choral music, readings and prayers. The Choir leads us on a journey from darkness to light, as we look forward to the hope... Read more »
On St Nicholas Day, the choir of Durham Cathedral will join Newcastle Cathedral’s choir in a special celebration of our patron saint. Together, we will honour St Nicholas’ enduring legacy... Read more »
You and your family are invited to Northumbria University's Carol Service, an annual event that will include performances from both the University and the Cathedral's Choirs. To register your attendance,... Read more »
On 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... Read more »
Prepare for Christmas with an interactive Nativity experience where you’ll meet angels, shepherds and wise men, and join in singing your favourite carols. Please note: Due to its interactive nature,... Read more »
A traditional candlelit service that tells the Christmas story – from creation to Christ’s birth – through short passages and beautiful music. “The angel said to them, ‘Do not be... Read more »
Join us for carols and choral music as we gather for the first Eucharist of Christmas Day, rejoicing in the birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. “The angel said to... Read more »
