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 A medieval church of merit |
Pilgrim Street Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 3UF United Kingdom +44 191 261 2457 |
The medieval All Saints Church was rebuilt in 1786-96 by local architect, David Stephenson and is well worth visiting. It has a spire which dominates the skyline, while inside there is much to catch the eye - the woodwork is solid mahogany, and the stained glass and brass plate are of great architectural merit. The church sits proudly on the high bank of the river and has views over the Quayside and the Tyne Bridge. It is open daily all year round but the opening hours do vary so check before travelling. Parking is available near by - at Broadchare and Quayside or City Road multi-storey. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Clive Marshall |
 Photo: Peter Kelson |
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Medieval friary with modern uses |
North East Civic Trust Monk Street Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 4XN United Kingdom +44 191 232 9279 |
Blackfriars is a restored 13th-century friary in Newcastle city centre. These tranquil buildings served as a monasterial retreat for some 300 years until King Henry VIII decided that he wanted a divorce in 1539. After this the monasteries were dissolved and Blackfriars was converted into a series of meeting rooms and almshouses for the destitute. Some parts of the building continued to house the poor up until the 1930s. Restored in the 1980s, Blackfriars now houses a range of craft workshops. A gallery and a shop retailing their products are open to the public. Blackfriars also has an exhibition which details the history and development of Newcastle. A large grassy courtyard contrasts with the buzz of city life that surrounds the area, and this space is an occasional host to outdoor theatre events. A section of the old Town Walls also stands close to the site. Admission: Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Neil Madden |
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Ancient church with interesting history |
Newgate Street Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 5SS United Kingdom +44 191 222 0259 |
This ancient church is pleasantly set among trees in the centre of Newcastle. Originally built in the 12th century with Roman stones, the passing centuries have seem numerous changes to its structure. There are many outstanding features. For example the chancel arch dates back to the 13th century, it is a wide arch with chevron (Norman) ornamentation. There is an impressive Luca Giordano painting, stained glass windows, and the choir stalls are of Austrian oak, also a 15th century font cover which has been designated by some as the finest in Britain. During the English civil war a cannon was mounted on top of the belfry and the firing of this gun so weakened the structure that it became unsafe to ring the bells. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Terry Nattress |
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 Catholic cathedral built by Pugin. |
Clayton Street West Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 5HH United Kingdom +44 191 232 6953 |
St Mary's was built by the architect, Pugin, who was a convert to Catholicism and produced his designs after a brief visit to Newcastle. It opened in 1844. The domineering 222 foot high spire was however designed by Hamson. A tour of this interesting church should take approximately 45 minutes. The best view of the exterior is said to be from the vehicle exit at the Central railway station (opposite). Of special note are the three large east facing windows with their fine decorative tracery. There is a pleasant tea room serving snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: henry ador |
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Small cathedral with rare lantern tower |
St Nicholas Square Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1PF United Kingdom +44 191 232 1939 |
The Church of St Nicholas was built as a church in the 14th century, on the site of an earlier Norman church, next to the Castle that gives Newcastle its name. The lantern tower (also known as a crown spire) was added in the 15th century and is one of only four in Britain. It was in 1882 that the church became a cathedral when the Diocese of Newcastle was created. Much of the interior furnishing dates from that period, though there are interesting earlier details such as a 15th century font, a mediaeval window and a range of memorials and wall tablets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Neil Aiston |
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