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NEWCASTLE CATHEDRAL
A BEACON OF LIGHT
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OPENING TIMES
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Sat & Sun
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Mon-Fri
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Café 16
Mon-Sat 10am-4pm -
FREE ENTRY
Opening times
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Sat & Sun
8am-4pm & 8am-5pm -
Mon-Fri
8am-6pm -
Café 16
Mon-Sat 10am-4pm - FREE ENTRY
What's on
Events & special services
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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Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Start: God, Jesus and the Journey of Life in 6 Sessions
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
God is in the Detail (Photographic Exhibition by Alan, Cathedral Verger)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Small Sounds (Spring 2026 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Newcastle Community Health Bus Visit
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
God is in the Detail (Photographic Exhibition by Alan, Cathedral Verger)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
God is in the Detail (Photographic Exhibition by Alan, Cathedral Verger)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Newcastle Cathedral History Tours (Thursdays)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
God is in the Detail (Photographic Exhibition by Alan, Cathedral Verger)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
The Beatles by Candlelight (Concerts by Candlelight)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
God is in the Detail (Photographic Exhibition by Alan, Cathedral Verger)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Eagles by Candlelight (Concerts by Candlelight)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
God is in the Detail (Photographic Exhibition by Alan, Cathedral Verger)
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle
Phoenix Chamber Folk Ensemble: Concert in aid of the Oswin Project
Café 16 in Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne
Carol Procession for the Season of Epiphany
Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, NewcastleWeek of Events
God is in the Detail (Photographic Exhibition by Alan, Cathedral Verger)
God is in the Detail (Photographic Exhibition by Alan, Cathedral Verger)
Join us for a photographic exhibition by Alan Edington, Verger at Newcastle Cathedral for 15 years. Alan says, "My role is all about the often-unnoticed, behind-the-scenes care and attention that keeps this building welcoming for people from all walks of life who come to seek God. "I first picked up a camera in 1999 –... Read more »
Monday, January 12, 2026
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January 12, 2026 -Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)
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January 12, 2026 -Start: God, Jesus and the Journey of Life in 6 Sessions
Organ Recital (Every Monday, 1:05pm)
Join us for beautiful music on the Cathedral’s magnificent Lewis/Harrison/Nicholson organ every Monday throughout the year. Recitals are given 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 »
Start: God, Jesus and the Journey of Life in 6 Sessions
Got questions about life and the Christian faith? If you’re looking to explore faith, then maybe it’s time to make a 'Start'. Normally run in groups of about 6 to 10 people, each session involves video clips, exercises, group discussion and time for reflection. Each session is free to attend. What’s life all about, and... Read more »
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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January 13, 2026 -Small Sounds (Spring 2026 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5
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January 13, 2026 -Newcastle Community Health Bus Visit
Small Sounds (Spring 2026 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5
Small Sounds is Newcastle Cathedral’s lively, welcoming music-making group for children aged 0–5 and their grown-ups. Join us every Tuesday morning during term time, 10:15–10:45am, for a joyful introduction to music. These FREE, interactive sessions are specially designed for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, and are generously funded by the Cathedral Music Trust. Led by trained... Read more »
Newcastle Community Health Bus Visit
The Newcastle Community Health Bus (“Monty”) will be in St Nicholas’ Square during the Pop-Up Hospital Family Fun Day inside the Cathedral. Take the opportunity to get a healthy heart check, have your blood pressure measured, monitor your cholesterol and receive friendly health advice. The Newcastle Community Health Bus was established following a collaboration between... Read more »
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
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January 15, 2026 -Newcastle Cathedral History Tours (Thursdays)
Newcastle Cathedral History Tours (Thursdays)
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... Read more »
Friday, January 16, 2026
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January 16, 2026 -The Beatles by Candlelight (Concerts by Candlelight)
The Beatles by Candlelight (Concerts by Candlelight)
Featuring a cast of West End Singers and an epic live band, ‘Come Together’ for a ‘Magical Mystery Tour’, jam-packed with over 40 Beatles hits as you have never heard them before! This incredible show features much-loved songs, including ‘Help!’, ‘Hey Jude’, ‘Let it Be’, ‘All You Need Is Love’, ‘Yesterday’ and many more. So... Read more »
Saturday, January 17, 2026
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January 17, 2026 -Eagles by Candlelight (Concerts by Candlelight)
Eagles by Candlelight (Concerts by Candlelight)
Featuring a cast of West End singers and an incredible live band, take it easy and join us at the Hotel California for an unforgettable evening of Eagles hits as you have never heard them before! This epic show features over 20 Eagles favourites, including 'New Kid in Town', 'Life in the Fast Lane', 'Tequila... Read more »
Sunday, January 18, 2026
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January 18, 2026 -Phoenix Chamber Folk Ensemble: Concert in aid of the Oswin Project
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January 18, 2026 -Carol Procession for the Season of Epiphany
Phoenix Chamber Folk Ensemble: Concert in aid of the Oswin Project
Come along to Café 16 in the Cathedral Refectory for an afternoon concert by the Phoenix Chamber Folk Ensemble, raising funds for the Oswin Project. The Phoenix Chamber Folk Ensemble is a mixed-instrument ensemble with 30+ members, including leaders Marina Dodgson and Maurice Condie. They play new arrangements of traditional folk music, including Northumbrian tunes,... Read more »
Carol Procession for the Season of Epiphany
If you enjoy attending our Advent Procession of Light in December, don’t miss this special Epiphany Procession featuring the beautiful voices of Newcastle Cathedral Choir. The Season of Epiphany began with the visit of the Magi (Wise Men) to the newborn Jesus and concludes with our celebration of Candlemas on Monday 2 February. This service... Read more »