Newcastle Cathedral

We've added more 'Cathedral History Tours' and 'Churchyard Tours' for August and September! Check out our upcoming dates and book your tickets, available on a 'Give As You Feel' basis. Visit: ticketsource.co.uk/newcastle-cath… (Image: The Nave with box pews. cdm21051.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collec….)

VOLUNTARY OPPORTUNITY! The Chaplaincy to Survivors is seeking a volunteer to work with the Lead Officer to facilitate peer support meetings for survivors of abuse in any church/faith context online and in person. More / apply 👉 bit.ly/457ZXZG

Last week we welcomed Sir Robert Buckland, the new Third Church Estates Commissioner. Read about how our Cathedral Lantern Project aims to work alongside those difficult circumstances in life – and how you can help: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/lantern-project 🕯️ @churchofengland @engcathedrals

Tomorrow at 1pm, the North East Funerary Heritage Group hosts its launch event at the Cathedral. The group will work to champion the social history in local gravestone inscriptions & support cemeteries as vital heritage sites. Learn more: culturednortheast.co.uk/p/graveyard-pr… 🪶📰 @Hendrover

Today is the Feast of Mary Magdalene, devoted follower of Jesus and first witness to the risen Christ. She appears in our Resurrection Chapel window and the medieval Thornton Brass. 🙏 Join us Mon-Fri for Eucharist at 12:30pm & Evening Prayer at 5:30pm: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/services-and-m…

Launch of network to protect, promote and explore North East cemetery heritage, @UniofNewcastle @NcleAntiquaries @nclcathedral @MyraGiesen @ouseburntrust @JesmondOf @NewcastleCC @TyneSnapper culturednortheast.co.uk/p/graveyard-pr…

📢 New Research Report! Imported American oak was used in the roof of St Margaret’s Chapel, Newcastle Cathedral. The timber was felled in the 1820s or 1830s. Read about the tree ring + radiocarbon dating > bit.ly/NewcastleCathe… #FestivalOfArchaeology #Newcastle #archaeology

Continuing our tour of Cathedral creatures… 🐾 Many animals in the Cathedral hold rich meaning. The eagle represents St John's Gospel soaring out across the world, while the lion symbolises Christ’s majesty. 🦅🦁 Discover more on a #GreatAndSmall tour: ticketsource.co.uk/newcastle-cath…

While our Cathedral Choir takes a well-earned summer break, visiting choirs keep our rich choral tradition alive. 🎶 First up: the Choir of @AllSaintsGos on Sunday 27 July at 4pm. Find out more: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/choral-e…. Photo of our Victorian Quire © @GraemePeacock1. 📸

Thousands are in Newcastle today for @NorthernPride! 🎉 Earlier in July, we welcomed @NernProudVoices for a joyful evening of pop classics. Catch our 'Pop Music on the Organ' fundraiser on Mon 25 August for more feel-good anthems – from ABBA to Lady Gaga! ticketsource.co.uk/newcastle-cath…

The @MothersUnion has a long-standing bond with the Cathedral; the @ncldiocese group (pictured here with their Worldwide President) meet here monthly. On 7 August, join us for a special MU service honouring founder Mary Sumner and welcoming new members: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/mothers-…

Did you know we’re a dog-friendly cathedral? 🐾 These recent photos were shared by 'ladyandthehoond' on Instagram! 📸 The @churchofengland summer campaign is #GreatAndSmall. Meet carved lions & stained glass squirrels on a Cathedral tour: ticketsource.co.uk/newcastle-cath… @engcathedrals

Don’t miss the final churchyard tour of the season @nclcathedral this Saturday 19 July. Find out about if Queen Victoria was truly unamused, a pioneering feminist & the mystery behind the Vampire Rabbit! FREE (but a donation would be nice). Booking here: ticketsource.co.uk/newcastle-cath…

☀️ Our 'Churchyard Tour' last Saturday was fully booked, with our brilliant volunteer Pat sharing tales of Italian toymakers, a pioneering feminist, and the mysterious ‘Vampire Rabbit’! The final tour of the season is on Saturday 19 July – book here: ticketsource.co.uk/newcastle-cath…

What an incredible sight to welcome the Nao Victoria at NE1's Newcastle City Marina. The 16th century galleon is a replica of the first ship to circumnavigate the world and will be moored at Newcastle City Marina for the next two weeks.

Proof that even cathedrals benefit from a bold accessory. @nclcathedral 💫❤️💛😊😀

The latest Link magazine – available from the Cathedral – includes reflections from a recent conference led by @NclDiocese's Chaplaincy to Survivors: newcastle.anglican.org/link. Exhibition 'Jagged Edges' – created by survivors of church-related abuse – will return in October. ✝️

#NewcastleUponTyne Stained glass window above the south entrance of Newcastle Cathedral by William Wailes, photographed on this day 14th July 2022.

Last Sunday – the Choir’s final day of term – the Dean thanked Ian Roberts, our brilliant Director of Music, for his dedication & talent. 🎶 While our Choir enjoys a well-deserved summer break, enjoy weekly Organ Recitals and visiting choirs at Evensong: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/whats-on