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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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"What is it that we human beings ultimately depend on? We depend on our words. We are suspended in language. Our task is to communicate experience and ideas to others."– Niels Bohr, Nobel Prize Winner Pride Month, celebrated each June, is a vibrant and inclusive time to honour the LGBTQI+ community – their history, achievements,... 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 » |
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This exhibition has been extended until Monday 8 September 2025. Traditional portrayals of Christ often emphasise ideals of perfection, strength and beauty. Yet, Christ is resurrected with his wounds. His full humanity and sharing in the complete range of human experiences is as important as his divinity, since he is Emmanuel, God with us. This... Read more » |
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Featuring a world-class cast of West End Singers and an epic live band, join us for a 'Landslide' concert, jam-packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before! This incredible show will feature the band's best-loved songs, including 'Little Lies', 'The Chain', 'Rhiannon', 'Don’t Stop' and many more. So, 'Go Your Own... Read more »
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Join a churchyard tour starting in St Nicholas Square. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? Uncover these mysteries and learn about the lives of those buried here. This tour is fully accessible for wheelchair users and follows a circular route, starting and ending... Read more » 
Join us for a fun-filled adventure as one of our friendly and knowledgeable volunteer guides leads you on a captivating tour of the Cathedral’s creatures. Discover centuries-old carvings and hidden details featuring animals, both real and mythical – from otters and squirrels to mermaids, dragons and unicorns. Along the way, you’ll learn about the symbolism... Read more »
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While our Cathedral Choirs take a well-earned break, we are delighted to welcome visiting choirs to lead our worship. Join Newcastle University Chamber Choir for Choral Evensong in the reflective season of Lent – a service of stillness, prayer, and sacred choral music, including pieces by Stanford, Howells and Elgar. -- We are always pleased... Read more » |
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On Thursday 7 August, the Diocese of Newcastle Mothers' Union will gather for their monthly Midday Prayers. Following this, attendees are invited to the Cathedral’s Eucharist at 12:30pm to acknowledge Mary Sumner Day, which occurs on 9 August. Mary Sumner was the founder of the Mothers' Union in 1876, dedicated to supporting families and giving... Read more » |
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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 »
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You’re warmly invited to celebrate the new exhibition 'Seeking the Disabled Christ' by artist Rachel Holdforth. Enjoy drinks and nibbles in the Cathedral Nave, explore the artwork, and take the opportunity to meet the artist. What to Expect: Welcome from 2pm in the Cathedral Nave. A short talk by Rachel at 2:30pm, introducing the exhibition... Read more » |
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Join a churchyard tour starting in St Nicholas Square. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? Uncover these mysteries and learn about the lives of those buried here. This tour is fully accessible for wheelchair users and follows a circular route, starting and ending... Read more »
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For Disabled, Neurodivergent People and Those With Lived Experience of Mental Health Conditions Join us for a relaxed and friendly lunch with fellow disabled* Christians at Café 16 in the Cathedral Refectory, followed by a gentle and reflective afternoon in the Cathedral Nave, centred around the ‘Seeking the Disabled Christ’ exhibition. The afternoon will include... Read more »
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While our Cathedral Choirs take a well-earned break, we are delighted to welcome visiting choirs to lead our worship. Join Newcastle University Chamber Choir for Choral Evensong in the reflective season of Lent – a service of stillness, prayer, and sacred choral music, including pieces by Stanford, Howells and Elgar. -- We are always pleased... Read more » |
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Join us for a talk by Rachel Holdforth, exploring the inspiration and theology behind her powerful exhibition 'Seeking the Disabled Christ', on display at Newcastle Cathedral from 30 July to 27 August. Captions will be provided, and the talk may be recorded for later viewing. 'Seeking the Disabled Christ' invites visitors to reflect on disability... Read more »
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Join a churchyard tour starting in St Nicholas Square. Was Queen Victoria truly unamused by her visits to Newcastle? Why does a ‘Vampire Rabbit’ overlook the Cathedral? Uncover these mysteries and learn about the lives of those buried here. This tour is fully accessible for wheelchair users and follows a circular route, starting and ending... Read more »
Join us for a fun-filled adventure as one of our friendly and knowledgeable volunteer guides leads you on a captivating tour of the Cathedral’s creatures. Discover centuries-old carvings and hidden details featuring animals, both real and mythical – from otters and squirrels to mermaids, dragons and unicorns. Along the way, you’ll learn about the symbolism... Read more »
Give As You Feel
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While our Cathedral Choirs take a well-earned break, we are delighted to welcome visiting choirs to lead our worship. Join Newcastle University Chamber Choir for Choral Evensong in the reflective season of Lent – a service of stillness, prayer, and sacred choral music, including pieces by Stanford, Howells and Elgar. -- We are always pleased... Read more » |
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Looking for something a little different this Bank Holiday? Join us at Newcastle Cathedral for a high-energy lunchtime recital like no other. Matt Walters, also known as Reductio, has been shaking up the world of classical organ music with his genre-bending remixes. A viral TikTok sensation, Reductio seamlessly blends the grandeur of the pipe organ... Read more » |
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Calling all Coldplay fans... You've been waiting for 'Something Just Like This'! Prepare for total 'Paradise' as you experience Coldplay's biggest hits like never before. This incredible concert will take you on the 'Adventure Of A Lifetime', with not just a 'Sky Full Of Stars', but a room full of candlelight and spectacular live music,... Read more »
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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 » |
