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Opening times

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

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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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Event Category: Art & Exhibitions

Return of 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 will return to the Cathedral in time for International Women's Day on Friday 8... Read more »

Just Building Bridges (Sanctuary Seekers’ Exhibition)

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

Please note: This exhibition now launches on Wednesday 11 September. This exhibition, developed last year through a series of workshops at Newcastle's Hatton Gallery and led by the Culture Matters... Read more »

Heaton Hookers ‘Yarn Bomb’ Takeover

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

Experience the vibrant world of ‘yarn bombing’ – a unique art form that transforms public spaces with colourful knitted and crocheted creations. This October, the Heaton Hookers are bringing this... Read more »

Icons on Ammunition Boxes (Exhibition)

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

Icons painted on ammunition boxes will be displayed this October at Newcastle Cathedral, serving as silent witnesses to the war in Ukraine. This is the conceptual project of Ukrainian artists... Read more »

FREE

‘Sheep Fest’ Family Fun Day

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

In anticipation of our Harvest Festival (Sunday 20 October, 10am) and the 'Illuminated Sheep' full flock display by artist Deepa-Mann Kler (Tuesday 22 - Thursday 24 October), we invite families... Read more »

FREE

Make your own Sheep-Themed Mug – Ceramic Workshop

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

This October, in celebration of our upcoming Harvest Festival, Newcastle Cathedral invites you to explore the wonders and realities of rural life through a series of engaging events. In this... Read more »

£32

Illuminated Sheep Evenings – ‘Dreaming of Electric Sheep’ – Urban Adventure Finale

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

Having lit up some of the region's most iconic landmarks, experience 'Illuminated Sheep' in the Cathedral's historic nave! Created by artist Deepa Mann-Kler, the flock of 30 life-sized sheep was... Read more »

GIVE AS 'EWE' FEEL

Illuminated Sheep Evenings – ‘Dreaming of Electric Sheep’ – Urban Adventure Finale

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

Having lit up some of the region's most iconic landmarks, experience 'Illuminated Sheep' in the Cathedral's historic nave! Created by artist Deepa Mann-Kler, the flock of 30 life-sized sheep was... Read more »

GIVE AS 'EWE' FEEL

Illuminated Sheep Evenings – ‘Dreaming of Electric Sheep’ – Urban Adventure Finale

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

Having lit up some of the region's most iconic landmarks, experience 'Illuminated Sheep' in the Cathedral's historic nave! Created by artist Deepa Mann-Kler, the flock of 30 life-sized sheep was... Read more »

GIVE AS 'EWE' FEEL

Portraits with Purpose: Continuing Bonds (Exhibition)

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

In collaboration with St Oswald’s Hospice, artist Leanne Pearce created 12 poignant portraits, working with bereaved and pre-bereaved families who have accessed the hospice’s bereavement support and/or other care services.... Read more »

Clay Time – Play with Clay Children’s Workshop

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

In this workshop led by studio potter Amy Rutherford, children will have the opportunity to make their own creations straight from their imagination using air-dry clay. This is an informal,... Read more »

£7.50

Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop with Jasmine & Pear Flowers

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

Join us for a luxurious Christmas wreath-making workshop led by Rachael from Jasmine & Pear Flowers. With all the materials provided, including British-sourced foliage wherever possible, you'll receive expert guidance... Read more »

£60

Santa’s Helpers: Being Santa (Exhibition by Matthew Askey)

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

Artist Matthew Askey invites you to explore a unique collection of drawings inspired by the enduring legacy of St Nicholas, the patron saint of this very cathedral. In this series,... Read more »

FREE

Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop with Jasmine & Pear Flowers

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

Join us for a luxurious Christmas wreath-making workshop led by Rachael from Jasmine & Pear Flowers. With all the materials provided, including British-sourced foliage wherever possible, you'll receive expert guidance... Read more »

£60

Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop with Jasmine & Pear Flowers

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

Join us for a luxurious Christmas wreath-making workshop led by Rachael from Jasmine & Pear Flowers. With all the materials provided, including British-sourced foliage wherever possible, you'll receive expert guidance... Read more »

£60