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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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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 a brutal instrument of torture and execution – has been transformed into a sign of hope. It speaks not of defeat, but of Christ’s life-giving... 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. This service takes place on the eve of the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain – a time to honour the dedication and sacrifice... Read more »
Step into the stories of the past with this fascinating tour through the Cathedral churchyard – part of Heritage Open Days, England’s largest festival of history and culture. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? And are the legends true that a pirate is... 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 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 »
Step into the stories of the past with this fascinating tour through the Cathedral churchyard – part of Heritage Open Days, England’s largest festival of history and culture. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? And are the legends true that a pirate is... Read more »
Step into the stories of the past with this fascinating tour through the Cathedral churchyard – part of Heritage Open Days, England’s largest festival of history and culture. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? And are the legends true that a pirate is... Read more »
Join The Bridge Singers, a community choir of around 50 voices directed by Cheryl Camm, for a pop-up concert in the Cathedral Nave. Founded in July 2015 and based in the villages of Felton and West Thirston in Northumberland, the choir performs music in a wide variety of styles – from classical and folk to... 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 Diocese of Newcastle's LGBTQI+ Chaplaincy alongside Lead Chaplain, Revd Emma Duff. Commenting on the appointment, David said, “It is important for me to be visible... 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 then participate in the 12:30pm Eucharist and invite all who are there to have lunch together afterwards at Café 16 in the Cathedral refectory. Everyone... 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 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 »
From Sunday 28 September to Saturday 18 October, Newcastle Cathedral will host a donation point in support of West End Refugee Service (WERS). During Cathedral opening hours, visitors can drop off donations at the designated point, located beside the retail space and next to St Margaret’s Chapel. Since 1999, WERS has been working at the... Read more »
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 links between their own experiences and the story of Jesus as he approached his crucifixion. Content warning: This exhibition includes images of torture (crucifixion) and... Read more »
Discover stories of courage, sacrifice and innovation on this 45-minute tour honouring those who shaped history – military and beyond – locally, nationally and worldwide. From monuments to stained glass windows, prepare to uncover hidden heroes you never knew lived just around the corner. See the memorial to Admiral Lord Collingwood, the locally born naval... Read more »
North East company Awesome Silent Discos presents another instalment of their hugely popular event at Newcastle Cathedral. Whichever session you choose, you can look forward to DJs 'battling it out' across multiple channels, festival face painters, and a fully stocked bar. Family Silent Disco, 1:30pm - 4pm Expect a lively mix of 90s and 00s,... Read more »
North East company Awesome Silent Discos presents another instalment of their hugely popular event at Newcastle Cathedral. Whichever session you choose, you can look forward to DJs 'battling it out' across multiple channels, festival face painters, and a fully stocked bar. Family Silent Disco, 1:30-4pm Expect a lively mix of 90s and 00s, modern bangers... Read more »
North East company Awesome Silent Discos presents another instalment of their hugely popular event at Newcastle Cathedral. Whichever session you choose, you can look forward to DJs 'battling it out' across multiple channels, festival face painters, and a fully stocked bar. Family Silent Disco, 1:30-4pm Expect a lively mix of 90s and 00s, modern bangers... Read more »
Discover stories of courage, sacrifice and innovation on this 45-minute tour honouring those who shaped history – military and beyond – locally, nationally and worldwide. From monuments to stained glass windows, prepare to uncover hidden heroes you never knew lived just around the corner. See the memorial to Admiral Lord Collingwood, the locally born naval... Read more »
Please join us for a short prayer service, followed by refreshments and the opportunity to explore our new exhibition, ‘Jagged Edges’, and meet the artists. In ‘Jagged Edges’, the artists have drawn on their own experiences of abuse and moral injury in a church context to make meaningful connections between the familiar story of Jesus'... Read more »
Discover stories of courage, sacrifice and innovation on this 45-minute tour honouring those who shaped history – military and beyond – locally, nationally and worldwide. From monuments to stained glass windows, prepare to uncover hidden heroes you never knew lived just around the corner. See the memorial to Admiral Lord Collingwood, the locally born naval... Read more »
Discover stories of courage, sacrifice and innovation on this 45-minute tour honouring those who shaped history – military and beyond – locally, nationally and worldwide. From monuments to stained glass windows, prepare to uncover hidden heroes you never knew lived just around the corner. See the memorial to Admiral Lord Collingwood, the locally born naval... Read more »
