Our new exhibition, 'Jagged Edges', developed by @ncldiocese.bsky.social & led by survivors of church-related abuse, has inspired a series of FREE creative workshops this November. 🎨 Book your place to explore photography, linoprinting & creative writing: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/jagged...

A prayer for the next Archbishop of Canterbury. 🙏

We recently welcomed His Excellency Archbishop Miguel Maury Buendía, Papal Nuncio, during his @diocesehn.bsky.social visit. The Papal Nuncio got to see our #LOUDfence & a preview of @ncldiocese.bsky.social’s new exhibition newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/jagged-edges-printmaking-poetry-exhibition ✝️

The latest edition of Link, @ncldiocese.bsky.social's quarterly magazine, is now available at the Cathedral. Inside: this summer’s Ordinations, our ‘Seeking the Disabled Christ’ exhibition, and the renewed link with the Diocese of Botswana. Pick up a copy when you visit! newcastle.anglican.org/link

A joy to commission David and Izzy as LGBTQI+ volunteer chaplains this afternoon during Evensong in Newcastle Cathedral 🙏🏳️‍🌈🎶🎉

“Never was so much owed by so many to so few.” 🙏 Yesterday, on Battle of Britain Sunday, the Dean & Bishop @helenannhartley.bsky.social signed the Armed Forces Covenant, showing support for all members of the Armed Forces community. Watch the service: www.youtube.com/live/Nj2rVoc... 📸 RAF Boulmer

Opening today (Weds 10 Sep) is "Your City, Your Recovery", Revival Network's art exhibition at Newcastle Cathedral. On Sat 13th Sep, the UK Recovery Walk is in Wolverhampton organised by @suitwolves.bsky.social. Here's our guide to National Recovery month events: recovery-arts.org/2025/08/28/r...

The Cathedral Lantern Project joins local groups in highlighting #RecoveryMonth. 🕯️ Join us on Wed 10 Sept at 6:45pm for ‘Your City, Your Recovery’ hosted by Revival Newcastle, supporting those facing addiction. Reserve your spot: www.ticketsource.co.uk/newcastle-ca... @recoverycoco.bsky.social

“Creating a greener, fairer, and more sustainable region.” 🌱 In this video by the North East Combined Authority, our Chief Operating Officer, Kate, talks about the Cathedral's sustainability efforts and drive towards #NetZero: netzeronortheastengland.co.uk/case-studies... @churchofengland.org

Our Autumn 2025 'What's On' leaflet is now available from the Cathedral & from shelves across Newcastle and the wider North East. Pick up a copy for details of special services, fun family activities, exhibitions & guest concerts! 🎶 You can also visit newcastlecathedral.org.uk/whats-on

We're currently recruiting for an Event Supervisor to help deliver outstanding events at the Cathedral, supporting our future sustainability and ensuring every attendee feels welcome and safe. View the job pack and apply for this exciting and varied role: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/vacancies

Huge thanks to all who joined last night to celebrate the launch of Newcastle Prison A History. We had specially commissioned folk ballads by Phoenix Folk, poetry by Harry Gallagher and short talks on some of the great characters uncovered. Special thanks to James (Opt Indie Books) for hosting!

Great day of team building — planning ahead and celebrating this year’s achievements. Huge thanks to @newcastlecathedral.bsky.social for being such a welcoming and beautiful venue and The Oswin Project for our delicious breakfast & lunch. Your hospitality made the day extra special! 🙌

There's still time to book for Saturday's exhibition celebration. 2-4 pm @newcastlecathedral.bsky.social It would be lovely to see you there. You can book using the link below

Spirituality. Creativity. Disability. “All people are made in God’s image. You don’t have to be white, male, strong or able-bodied to be complete. God made everyone with love and purpose.” Seeking the Disabled Christ, @newcastlecathedral.bsky.social, 30 July to 27 August 2025

My brilliant friend Rachel has an exhibition of prints in Newcastle Cathedral and online: www.wobblygoose.com. Rachel's perspectives on disability theology have informed a lot of what I know -- and try to practise -- about disability justice.

🎉 We’re delighted that Newcastle Cathedral has received Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award, placing us in the top 10% of attractions worldwide! Reviews help us build greater support for the life and work of our remarkable building. Leave a review here: www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_R... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Exhibition installed! 'Seeking the Disabled Christ' Exhibition Free, @newcastlecathedral.bsky.social 30th July -27th August All Welcome

Northern Proud Voices will take to the nave at Newcastle Cathedral in this year's Pride Fringe, a first for the city

This week marks #RefugeeWeek and #LearningDisabilityWeek – we're proud to walk alongside members of both communities through the Cathedral Lantern Project: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/lantern. (Photos: Stories of Sanctuary concert and a recent tour led by adults with learning disabilities & autism.) 🕯️

Our next exhibition will be 'Seeking the Disabled Christ' (30 July-27 Aug). This collection of prints by Newcastle-based chaplain and spiritual director Rachel Holdforth invites us to see Christ in solidarity with all humanity. Learn more: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/seeking-the-disabled-christ

On Ascension Day, the Dean joined @helenannhartley.bsky.social in Norway to renew @ncldiocese.bsky.social's partnership with the Diocese of Møre. Join us this Sunday at 10am for a Sung Eucharist to celebrate Pentecost and the end of the Easter season: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/sung-e...

Today marks the beginning of #VolunteersWeek! 🎉 Join us tomorrow (Tues 3 June, 10am–3pm) for the North East Volunteer Recruitment Fair — a chance to meet local organisations and explore volunteering opportunities at the Cathedral and elsewhere! More info: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/north-...

Gotta love a conference where you get a plant to bring home (as well as some thought-provoking reflections and connections. A very interesting Moral Injury Conference at @newcastlecathedral.bsky.social today.

Yesterday, we welcomed a moving service for #VEDay80, honouring the city’s connections with Denmark. During WWII, Newcastle became the 'official home town' for Danish merchant sailors. Tragically, 2,000 of the 6,000 sailors did not survive the war. newcastlecathedral.org.uk/the-danish-connection/

Two iconic Geordie landmarks in one stunning shot – the Cathedral’s Lantern Tower and the Tyne Bridge. 📸 Thanks to Stevie Landscapes for sharing! On Sunday, we welcome the Lord Mayor & Freemen of Newcastle. Find out more: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/sung-eucharist-for-the-third-sunday-of-easter

A prayer following the death of Pope Francis. 🙏

If you’re in the Newcastle upon Tyne area and able to visit Newcastle Cathedral (St. Nicholas), I hope you will take time to look at a small exhibition there entitled “Home and Howay : Letters and Post in the 18th Century North-East”. This is @absham.bsky.social and she’s the exhibition creator.

The BBC van has arrived for tomorrow’s live broadcast on BBC Radio 3! 📻🎶 Join us at 3pm for Festal Choral Evensong for Easter Day, sharing the beautiful voices of our Cathedral Choir with listeners nationwide. More details: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/festal-choral-evensong-on-easter-day

The Bishop of Newcastle(@helenannhartley.bsky.social)'s Chrism Eucharist sermon is now online. In it, she reflects on Holy Week as a time to recommit to prayer, service, and, in the words of Sam Fender, "people watching" once more. 🎸 Read it here: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/bishop-helen... ✝️

On Maundy Thursday, 17 April, we recall the Last Supper of Jesus and his Disciples. These photos are from last year’s Chrism Eucharist. Join us at 11am as those in ministry from across @ncldiocese.bsky.social renew their commitment: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/whats-on/category/holy-week-easter-2025 ✝️

This morning marks the start of Holy Week as we celebrate Palm Sunday, seven days before Easter Sunday. Join us outside before 10am to gather a Palm Cross & recall Jesus' entry into Jerusalem: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/morning-service-with-liturgy-of-the-palms. Photos by Head Verger Paul. 🌅

Opening tomorrow, 9 April at Shieldfield Art Works, Newcastle, ‘Jagged Edges’ is an exhibition of printmaking, poetry & music by survivors of church-related abuse, reflecting on Jesus' journey to the cross: saw-newcastle.org/jagged-edges. Artwork by Sarah Troughton from our LOUDfence display, 2024.

Excited to join the Hidden Ticket citywide treasure hunt, celebrating 25 years of @scienceatlife.bsky.social! Our volunteers, Clemmie & Sue, picked a hiding spot earlier today. Find the ticket tomorrow, Saturday 5 April, from 10:30am. life.org.uk/whats-on/hidden-ticket-hunt 🎟🔍

Tomorrow, 29 March, is a big day for the city as fans celebrate #NUFC's historic Carabao Cup victory! 🏆 Read the Dean of Newcastle's statement: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/visitor-notices. We look forward to welcoming fans before our scheduled afternoon wedding – be sure to visit tomorrow morning! 🖤🤍

The Spring 2025 Link Magazine, featuring news from across @ncldiocese.bsky.social, is now available to pick up for FREE from the Cathedral. This issue's 'Living the Lantern' article is by Canon Ruth – you can also read a digital version of the magazine online at newcastle.anglican.org/link 📰✝️

If you’re in Newcastle on Saturday, 29 March, for #NUFC’s Carabao Cup celebrations, there are still spaces available for our Cathedral History Tour at 11am: ticketsource.co.uk/newcastle-cath… - The city’s coat of arms (pictured on our historic mayoral pew) is the basis of the famous club crest. ⚫️⚪️

Lenten joys shared as we joined @helenannhartley.bsky.social in welcoming Canon Dr Kelly Brown Douglas to the college of canons @newcastlecathedral.bsky.social this morning. If you’d like to watch the service you can find it here: www.youtube.com/live/BzO5UEF...

There was a really special atmosphere in Newcastle yesterday following Sunday’s Carabao Cup victory. Enjoy these stunning photos of our Cathedral’s Lantern Tower alongside the ‘Cathedral on the Hill’, Newcastle United's home, St James’ Park. 📸 Photos: Newcastle Portraits. #NUFC

"Some of them got their children back." An important, moving and complex exhibition at @newcastlecathedral.bsky.social A Story of Hope: Exploring Journeys of Motherhood Through Art - runs until 31st March.

In recent years, the Cathedral has pro-actively supported visitors experiencing homelessness. This poster was created by @northumbriauni.bsky.social students for a recent event. Apply for our Cathedral Lantern Project Officer position to be part of this work: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/vacancies 🕯️

It was good to be at @newcastlecathedral.bsky.social and break bread across faiths!

Fabulous evening celebrating a community Iftar in Newcastle Cathedral. Joined by colleagues from our city and region: here with @chionwurah.bsky.social Lucy Winskill, Lord Lieutenant Tyne & Wear and @bishopstephen.bsky.social 🎉

Lovely to have been up in Newcastle to record the excellent cathedral choir in February.

This week, Her Circle hosted a powerful event on child removal, resilience & healing ahead of #InternationalWomenDay. Learn about our exhibition by women with experience of complex motherhood (10-31 March) newcastlecathedral.org.uk/a-story-of-hope-exploring-journeys-of-complex-motherhood-through-art

We’re grateful to the Cathedral Music Trust for supporting our Chorister Supervisor and Music Administrator roles, which provide vital pastoral care & admin support. Join us for Evensong this Sun, 9 March, at 4pm as we celebrate their ongoing support: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/services-and-music 🎶🙌

"Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return." Following today’s lunchtime Eucharist for Ash Wednesday, join us at 6pm for Sung Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir, including another opportunity to receive the sign of the cross in ashes: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/event/ash-we... ✝️

We’re over at #NewcastleCathedral this afternoon for our Newcastle Volunteer Coordinators’ Network 1st Birthday Celebration. 🎉 Thank you to everyone who has joined us so far – stay tuned for more updates over the course of the afternoon! @newcastlecathedral.bsky.social

Help us shine brightly for everyone! ✨ We’re looking for a Cathedral Lantern Project Officer to deliver innovative ways of engaging with marginalised groups of visitors. If you’re passionate about inclusive community outreach, learn more and apply here: newcastlecathedral.org.uk/community/vacancies

Yesterday was the final day of recording for the Cathedral Choir’s upcoming album, which will feature a stunning collection of works for Advent, Christmas & Epiphany. 🎶 In the meantime, the Choir’s most recent album is available from the Cathedral’s retail space, open from Monday to Saturday. ✨