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Events & special services

Newcastle Cathedral has a vibrant programme of concerts, organ recitals, exhibitions and activities throughout the year.

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Harvest Collection for West End Refugee Service

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

From Sunday 28 September to Saturday 18 October (during Cathedral opening hours*), Newcastle Cathedral will host a donation point in support of West End Refugee Service (WERS). The location within the Cathedral will be shared in due course, but this will provide an easy way for visitors to give generously as we prepare for our... Read more »

Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

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

Important – please read: Our Autumn 2025 sessions were originally scheduled and advertised for Thursday mornings. Due to changes in our session leaders’ availability, they will now take place on Tuesday mornings, starting Tuesday 9 September, 10:15–10:45am. We are contacting all existing Thursday attendees and hope you can join us on Tuesdays instead. --- Small... Read more »

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‘Jagged Edges’ Printmaking, Music & Poetry Exhibition By David Creese, Peter Locke and Sarah Troughton

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

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 »

FREE
Mothers’ Union Monthly Midday Prayers

Mothers’ Union Monthly Midday Prayers and Eucharist

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

Mothers’ Union is a global Christian movement that has supported families and strengthened communities in the UK and around the world since 1876. With four million members active in 84 countries, it serves people of all faiths and backgrounds through practical action, prayer and advocacy. The Diocese of Newcastle was among the first to adopt... Read more »

‘Theology&…’ – Seminar Series – Autumn 2025

‘Theology& Science Fiction’ – Seminar with Dr Simon Morden

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

'Don't Create the Torment Nexus': Conversations Between Church, Society and Science Fiction Hosted by the Diocese of Newcastle’s Continuing Ministerial Formation (CMF) group, this monthly seminar series takes place on the first Thursday of each month, exploring the rich and surprising intersections between theology and other disciplines. Join Dr Simon Morden on Thursday 2  October... Read more »

‘Local Heroes Remembered’ Tours

‘Local Heroes Remembered’ Tours

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

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 »

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Awesome Silent Discos: October 2025

Family Silent Disco: October 2025

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

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 »

Various prices
Awesome Silent Discos: October 2025

Awesome Silent Discos: October 2025

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

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 »

Various prices
Awesome Silent Discos: October 2025

Awesome Silent Discos: October 2025

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

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 »

Various prices

Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)

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

Join us for beautiful music on the Cathedral's magnificent Lewis/Harrison/Nicholson organ across fifty-one weeks of the year. Recitals are by talented musicians, both local and from churches and cathedrals further afield. Recitals are free to attend, with a retiring collection (suggested donation £5). Please consider donating, either in person or online. Click here to make... Read more »

Free
‘Local Heroes Remembered’ Tours

‘Local Heroes Remembered’ Tours

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

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 »

Give As You Feel
Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

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

Important – please read: Our Autumn 2025 sessions were originally scheduled and advertised for Thursday mornings. Due to changes in our session leaders’ availability, they will now take place on Tuesday mornings, starting Tuesday 9 September, 10:15–10:45am. We are contacting all existing Thursday attendees and hope you can join us on Tuesdays instead. --- Small... Read more »

GIVE AS YOU FEEL

‘Jagged Edges’ Exhibition Launch Event

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

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 »

FREE
Concerts by Candlelight 2025

Queen by Candlelight (Concerts by Candlelight)

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

Direct from Carnegie Hall, New York and following a run of sell-out shows across the UK and Australia, join us for an incredible night of Queen anthems performed by candlelight. Featuring a spectacular cast of West End Singers accompanied by an epic live rock band, experience Queen as you have never heard them before. Featuring... Read more »

£35 – £50
‘Local Heroes Remembered’ Tours

‘Local Heroes Remembered’ Tours

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

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 »

Give As You Feel
Concerts by Candlelight 2025

Queen by Candlelight (Concerts by Candlelight)

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

Direct from Carnegie Hall, New York and following a run of sell-out shows across the UK and Australia, join us for an incredible night of Queen anthems performed by candlelight. Featuring a spectacular cast of West End Singers accompanied by an epic live rock band, experience Queen as you have never heard them before. Featuring... Read more »

£35 – £50

Orchestra North East – Autumn 2025 Concert

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

Orchestra North East is thrilled to welcome back Khrystyna Mykhailichenko, the young Ukrainian pianist who delivered a stunning performance last September. Khrystyna has captivated audiences in prestigious concert halls and music festivals worldwide, and she has performed as a soloist with symphony orchestras on more than 40 occasions. In February 2022, Khrystyna relocated to the... Read more »

Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)

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

Join us for beautiful music on the Cathedral's magnificent Lewis/Harrison/Nicholson organ across fifty-one weeks of the year. Recitals are by talented musicians, both local and from churches and cathedrals further afield. Recitals are free to attend, with a retiring collection (suggested donation £5). Please consider donating, either in person or online. Click here to make... Read more »

Free
‘Local Heroes Remembered’ Tours

‘Local Heroes Remembered’ Tours

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

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 »

Give As You Feel
Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

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

Important – please read: Our Autumn 2025 sessions were originally scheduled and advertised for Thursday mornings. Due to changes in our session leaders’ availability, they will now take place on Tuesday mornings, starting Tuesday 9 September, 10:15–10:45am. We are contacting all existing Thursday attendees and hope you can join us on Tuesdays instead. --- Small... Read more »

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