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Newcastle Cathedral offers a vibrant programme of concerts, organ recitals, exhibitions and activities throughout the year.
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Jagged Edges is an exhibition of printmaking, poetry and music created by and for survivors of church-related abuse. The artists – David Creese, Peter Locke and Sarah Troughton – draw... Read more »
The Changing Lives Christmas Meal Appeal will return to Café 16 in the Cathedral Refectory on Friday 19 December. (Please note: Café 16 will not be open to the general public... 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 »
From 25 November to 10 December, Newcastle Mothers’ Union will present their annual display in the Eastern Chapels, supporting the international ‘16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence’. Founded... Read more »
The brass and percussion players of Royal Northern Sinfonia, with the magnificent Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia and their director Tim Burke, present a musical sleigh ride through five centuries... Read more »
In the weeks leading up to and during Advent, you are warmly invited to join our ‘Coming of the Saviour’ Advent Course, based on resources developed by Cindy Bunch. Over... 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... Read more »
“Hello… is there anybody in there?” Witness the iconic sound of Pink Floyd's vast and ethereal catalogue of music performed live by the acclaimed Let Me In House Band alongside... Read more »
This Advent and Christmas, we are delighted to present a collection of work by last year’s cohort of first-year Visual Communication and Digital Culture students from Northumbria University. Drawing inspiration... Read more »
In the weeks leading up to and during Advent, you are warmly invited to join our ‘Coming of the Saviour’ Advent Course, based on resources developed by Cindy Bunch. Over... Read more »
Every Sunday during Advent, join us on a guided journey through time to uncover the fascinating history, traditions, and legends surrounding St Nicholas – the patron saint of Newcastle Cathedral.... 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 »
This Advent, treat yourself to a cosy three-course Christmas lunch in the Refectory at Newcastle Cathedral’s Café 16. For just £30 per person, you’ll enjoy a delicious seasonal menu, a... Read more »
Experience the Cathedral’s magnificent pipe organ in our series of weekly recitals during the Advent season. Performed by talented guest and local musicians, these free concerts highlight the organ’s central... Read more »
Celebrate the festive season in style with the sensational Down for the Count Swing Orchestra for their much-loved annual show, 'Swing Into Christmas'! This is a Christmas spectacular like no... Read more »
The string players of Royal Northern Sinfonia, directed by Artistic Partner Maria Włoszczowska and special guest Eva Thorarinsdottir, return with a selection of beautiful, atmospheric pieces carefully chosen to make... Read more »
In the weeks leading up to and during Advent, you are warmly invited to join our ‘Coming of the Saviour’ Advent Course, based on resources developed by Cindy Bunch. Over... Read more »
'Theology & Pop Music': Finding the Sacred in the Secular: A Conversation Between Theology and Pop Music Hosted by the Diocese of Newcastle’s Continuing Ministerial Formation (CMF) group, this monthly... Read more »
Step into the magic of Christmas with an unforgettable evening of music, community, and festive cheer. Join the North East Rock Choir as they fill this historic venue with a... 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 »
