Get into Newcastle issue 160

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A CHRISTMAS IN NEWCASTLE

Flick to page 20 for our tips on how to do Christmas in Newcastle. There's something to get the whole family feeling festive!

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THE WORD ON THE STREET

What's new in NE1 this season? We've got diary dates, announcements and brand new openings to get excited about this winter.

21 NOV - 5 DEC 2018

WHAT A WEEKEND IN NE1!

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EACH ISSUE WE WELCOME YOU TO THE MAGAZINE WITH AN INTRODUCTION FROM A MEMBER OF THE NE1 TEAM, GIVING YOU THEIR UNIQUE TAKE ON WHAT’S GOING ON.

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Pretty sure I now qualify as one of Santa’s elves! We’ve been so busy these past few weeks pulling together Newcastle’s biggest ever Christmas and I can’t wait for you all to read more about it. From fairground rides to Santa’s festive friends, I really do think we have all bases covered this year!

It really is set to be a fantastic festive season in our city, and my diary is now fully booked with as many Christmassy events that I can fit in. I have numerous visits planned to Hadrian's Tipi, the ice rink, the Christmas Village and Miracle on Grey Street and I’ve also been lucky enough to book tickets to Fenwick’s rooftop cinema!

It’s my favourite time of year and I can’t wait to celebrate it here in Newcastle.

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Remember Media Ltd, e.volve Business Centre, Cygnet Way, Rainton Bridge South, DH4 5QY remembermedia.co.uk Publisher Christopher March chris@remembermedia.co.uk Editorial Elysia Agnew, Jessica Laing elysia@remembermedia.co.uk Design Remember Media Studio studio@remembermedia.co.uk

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FROM FAIRGROUND RIDES TO SANTA’S FESTIVE FRIENDS, I REALLY DO THINK WE HAVE ALL BASES COVERED THIS YEAR!

21.11.18 - 05.12.18 AROUND THE CITY

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24 NOVEMBER Make way for Marvin Gaye as another Motoon party comes to Wylam! Pop on your dancing shoes and get down to some of the finest R&B and soul music on this planet! wylambrewery.co.uk A night of motown magic!

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O2 ACADEMY

Slade: Merry Xmas Everybody 45th Anniversary TI M E S!

5 DECEMBER They brought us the song that sets the scene at every Christmas party - and they’re taking to a Toon stage this season! Join Slade at the O2 Academy for a 45th anniversary concert that promises to spread Christmas cheer! academymusicgroup.com FAMILY FUN

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Whether you’re a Christmas shopper looking for the best Black Friday deals, a family seeking a bit of panto magic, or a student looking for the best deals to see you through to the end of term - we’ve got you covered. Follow our guide to another great Christmas in NE1, take a tour of the Toon with our weekend trails, get the word on what’s going down in our fantastic city and fill your diaries with some ‘book it now’ essentials! Writing this action-packed mag has once again reminded us why we love our city, whatever the season may be. It’s safe to say winter is looking wonderful. Go out, wrap up warm and enjoy every minute of it!

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28 NOVEMBER Take your Tiny Sparks to the Discovery Museum this November for an exciting play session based around science and the circus! Time to invent, discover, design and investigate!

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23 NOVEMBER The Courteeners are back on the road, and they’re swinging by the Metro Radio Arena this November for a must-see show, with support from special guests Gerry Cinnamon and Zuzu. One for your music diaries… metroradioarena.co.uk You're no t 19 forever. ..

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NE1 GEORDIE JACKPOT

THE GREY STREET GATHERING MAY BE TUCKED AWAY FOR WINTER, BUT WE ARE DELIGHTED THE GEORDIE JACKPOT IS STILL DELIVERING GREAT THINGS FOR NEWCASTLE! Eldon Leisure and Changing Lives are the latest recipients of grants, thanks to the generous subscribers of the Geordie Jackpot. Following on from the health and wellbeing theme of the Grey Street Gathering, the charities will be using the money to fund equipment and activities for young people with specific needs.

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Newcastle’s Search for Santa Trail

1 DECEMBER NE1 and Active Newcastle have teamed up to bring a fabulous, free festive event to the city this December!

The Search for Santa Trail will take families on a tour of the city to find Father Christmas himself, with treats and prizes along the way! getintonewcastle.co.uk

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2 DECEMBER Time to pass through the Candy Cane Forest with Buddy the Elf as he goes on an unexpected New York City adventure this Christmas. See this hilarious screening at Seven Stories! sevenstories.org.uk

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A must-see movie this season! cineworld.co.uk

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Christmas Masterclass with Charlotte Tilbury 21 NOVEMBER Get that winter glow and learn how to add a bit of festive sparkle to your beauty regime at The Botanist’s Christmas Masterclass with Charlotte Tilbury. thebotanist.uk.com

Home Alone in Concert with Royal Northern Sinfonia 25 NOVEMBER One kid, one house and two seriously unlucky burglars! See this family classic at Sage Gateshead this November - with a musical twist. John Williams’ delightful score will be played live by the Royal Northern Sinfonia. sagegateshead.com

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Word on the Street MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE! LANDS IN NEWCASTLE 2019

Marvel fans are in for a treat in the North East next year as a brand new live show featuring Guardians of the Galaxy, The Avengers, Spider-Man and more, comes to town! Superheroes and villains from the Marvel films and comic books are set to thrill NE1 audiences for the first-time in 2019 as they burst into the Metro Radio Arena!

Not only will you get to see your favourite characters live, audiences will witness cutting-edge special effects, impressive 3D video projection and amazing aerial stunts!

A truly memorable experience and a must on your 2019 calendars! Marvel Universe LIVE will make its Newcastle debut from 21 - 24 November 2019. Tickets now on sale! metroradioarena.co.uk

HIT THE NORTH FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR 2019

Newcastle’s ever-evolving music scene just keeps on delivering the goods! We’re delighted to hear that Hit The North is back for 2019, bringing big headline acts such as Jake Bugg, Tom Grennan, The Blinders, Catherine McGrath, Blaenavon and Dylan Cartlidge. What a line-up, we hear you say! Building on the success of the last two years, the North East’s largest inner city live music event will once again bring a May bank holiday packed with mega music for all to enjoy! Across more than 10 city centre venues with many more artists to be announced, the festival, held from Friday 3 - Sunday 5 May 2019, is a mustattend for music-lovers of the North East and beyond! hitthenorthfestival.co.uk

MALDRON HOTEL

A brand spanking new hotel is popping up on Newgate Street, just in time for the festive season! Whether you have visiting family looking for somewhere to lay their heads, you fancy a weekend retreat in the city, or you’re looking for somewhere for your next business meeting in NE1 - the Maldron Hotel is the place to be this winter, from 4 December! Sitting in the heart of the city with some of Newcastle’s best venues and attractions on its doorstep, this stunning, four-star hotel brings 265 new bedrooms to the city, and ticks all the boxes for a luxurious stay, business meeting or a bit of downtime in the centre of town. Check out the fresh, flavoursome dishes at Grain & Grill, rest your legs in beautiful bedrooms and start your day with the Maldron Vitality Breakfast! maldronhotelnewcastle.com

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THE GREAT FESTIVE BAKE Inspired by one of the most important culinary delights of the festive period, our friends at JUMP (a Newcastle-based creative agency), present an exciting exhibition in honour of the Greggs Festive Bake!

Showcasing local artists, illustrators, writers and designers through our shared Geordie love of Greggs, this exhibition is available to view online and at Milburn House from 30 November until 6 December. Don’t miss it! festivebake.co.uk

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We're walking in the air this Christmas in NE1 as a cherished classic character pops up in the Fenwick Christmas window. Hearts have been melting as passers-by watch in awe on Northumberland Street as The Snowman’s story is told in snow-topped animated window displays.

It tells the tale of a young boy who wakes up at midnight to find the snowman he built that day has magically come to life. Their friendship takes them on a heart-warming journey to the North Pole. Round up the family for a festive tradition in Newcastle and see the Raymond Briggs family favourite come to life on Northumberland Street! fenwick.co.uk

CHRISTMAS FEAST AT DOBSON & PARNELL

A pan-Asian paradise is coming to Newcastle, and we just couldn’t wait to tell you!

Umai Mi, a combination of Japanese words for delicious and taste, will offer authentic oriental foods, ranging from light bites and nibbles, to tonkatsu, ramen, rice and stirfry dishes, as well as sushi. Serving foodies from breakfast to dinner, it’s the perfect spot for weekend brunch, mid-shopping lunch and sociable supper. This nourishing new restaurant will open in Grey’s Quarter, intu Eldon Square this December. Go here for chic, oriental and authentic Japanese dining in NE1! umaimi.co.uk

If you’re looking for somewhere to settle in for a sumptuous, seasonal feast this Christmas, check this out... Our friends at Dobson & Parnell have released their Christmas 2018 set menu, bringing you some of the best British bites in NE1! Start your festive food journey with hot smoked Scottish salmon, duck liver terrine or Jerusalem artichoke soup to name but a few. Tuck into mains such as roasted squash risotto, rolled turkey breast and pan-fried cod, and finish your feast with almond rice pudding, dark chocolate delice, Christmas pud and more! dobsonandparnell.co.uk

MIRACLE ON GREY STREET

As Kris Kringle famously said, “Christmas isn’t just a day. It’s a frame of mind...” And we're bringing that frame of mind to the streets of NE1 this Christmas with the launch of Miracle on Grey Street - a festive pop-up bar bringing seasonal delights to one cosy space in the city centre! Whether you’re mad for mulled wine, love to get festive with magical music or just fancy making your way through the pop-up bar’s naughty and nice cocktail list, you’re going to love this new winter wonderland! We’re getting merry about this Miracle on Grey Street... malhotragroup.co.uk/miracleongreystreet

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21.11.18 WHAT'S ON WEDNESDAY

CHRISTMAS MASTERCLASS WITH CHARLOTTE TILBURY

Master your winter makeup regime this Wednesday at The Botanist, as Charlotte Tilbury’s team give you top tips on how to prepare for the party season! It’s the perfect opportunity to learn how to give your face that festive sparkle and you’ll also get the chance to preview the restaurant’s two-course Christmas set menu. A beauty of a night at The Botanist! thebotanist.uk.com

If that's not enough ART CURATOR’S TOUR OF ‘EXPOSED: THE NAKED PORTRAIT’ Get your culture fix this Wednesday at the Laing with a curator’s tour of the ‘Exposed: The Naked Portrait’ exhibition. Join curator Amy Barker for a half an hour introduction to the exhibition themes and highlights. £4, 12.30pm. Laing Art Gallery, laingartgallery.org.uk

FILM MR TURNER Mike Leigh explores the last quarter of a century of the great British painter, J.M.W. Turner, in one of the most popular films to ever grace Tyneside Cinema’s screens this Wednesday. From £6.25, 8pm. Tyneside Cinema, tynesidecinema.co.uk

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang!

FOOD & DRINK FAST FIRED LUNCH Enjoy a mid-week pizza party with our friends at Pizza Punks! Go here for a Fast Fired Lunch, where you can get yourself an 8” pizza delivered to your table in just five minutes! £5, 12pm - 3pm. Pizza Punks, pizzapunks.co.uk

Starlight Theatre Productions presents an exciting stage adaptation of the classic 60s feel-good musical, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. With brilliant songs from musical maestros, the Sherman Brothers, including Truly Scrumptious, Toot Sweets and Me ‘Ol Bamboo, plus all the lovable and colourful characters from the film (minus the evil child catcher, of course), the show promises to be the perfect start to your festive celebrations! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

KIDS ALIEN WORLDS Our Earth is a welcoming place for us humans, but what might it be like on different, alien, worlds? Find out at the Life Science Centre’s fascinating new planetarium show, Alien Worlds. This immersive environment will help us experience what it might be like on other planets.

Included in admission ticket - adult £15, child 5-17 £8, children aged 4 and under go free, 9am - 6pm. Life Science Centre, life.org.uk

MUSIC

SHAKESPEARE’S SPEAKEASY ROSS NOBLE: EL HABLADOR

See North East funny man turned renowned UK comic, Ross Noble, live on stage at Newcastle City Hall. Get the giggles as he returns to his home town to dance around the stage, turning all the nonsense in his unstoppable mind into a hilarious stand up show. A must-see for those looking for a laugh this Wednesday! theatreroyal.co.uk

Can a group of strangers successfully stage a Shakespearean play in a day? Find out at Alphabetti Theatre!

Come walk the tightrope with its brave performers who will entertain guests in a truly rough and ready Elizabethan fashion. alphabettitheatre.co.uk

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THE FOUR TOPS AND THE TEMPTATIONS Join Motown legends, The Four Tops and The Temptations this Wednesday for a feel-good evening of live music at Sage Gateshead.

The two bands are true icons of the genre and promise to delight audiences old and new. Toe tap the night away to Motown hits on Tyneside! From £46.30, 7.30pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

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22.11.18 THURSDAY THRILLS

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Scottish comedy star, Daniel Sloss, is taking to The Stand Comedy Club stage this Thursday! His sharp wit and his sidesplitting storytelling makes him a must-see act for a hilarious night out in the Toon this week. Best-known for his appearances on Comedy Central’s Roast Battles and Drunk History, as well as ITV’s Sunday Night at the Palladium, he’s taking the comedy circuit by storm. Don’t miss his show in NE1 this Thursday. thestand.co.uk

Grab your dancing shoes, round up your pals and make your way to Hoochie Coochie this Thursday for a marvellous mid-week party in the hands of one of the best disco DJs in the world!

There’s a Dimitrifest going down in the Toon and we wouldn’t want you to miss it! Expect toe-tapping tunes and guaranteed good times, promising music that will bring out the best in you! His live shows will continue into the weekend on Friday and Saturday, with an exclusive, invite-only event on Sunday 25 November where he will be playing a broad range of music that has influenced his life! hoochiecoochie.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK LUNCH DEAL Pop to Revs for your lunch this Thursday and you’ll get to fill your boots for just £6.25! This fantastic meal deal also includes a soft or hot drink. Time to inject a bit of fun into your lunch hour, folks! £6.25, every day, 11am 3pm. Revolution, revolution-bars.co.uk

FILM ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK (1981) - RERELEASE It’s 1997 and Manhattan has been turned into a maximum

PETE TONG & THE 65-PIECE HERITAGE ORCHESTRA

security prison. The rules are simple: once you’re in, you don’t come out! Don’t miss out on this rerelease at Cineworld

Pete Tong is the man at the heart of Radio 1’s electronic and dance music offering, and has been a key player in the industry for over two decades. His infectious, energetic performance is coming to the Metro Radio Arena this Thursday for a must-see show, conducted by Jules Buckley and performed by the 65-piece Heritage Orchestra. Bringing special guests and the Ibiza Classics production to the stage, lovers of dance music won’t want to miss this show! metroradioarena.co.uk

Newcastle this Thursday. From £7.70, 8.30pm. Cineworld, cineworld.co.uk

KIDS CURIOUS CRAWLERS Join this relaxed session for babies who love to crawl! A great opportunity for crawling babies to explore their curiosity, learn songs, make new friends and explore the senses at the Great North Museum! Free, 2pm 3pm. Great North Museum, greatnorthmuseum.org.uk

MUSIC FOCUS With their unique brand of progressive rock, Focus arrive on Tyneside for a one-night-only gig at Sage Gateshead. A must-see as they perform their new album! £23.40, 8pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com STANLEY BRINKS & FRESCHARD Stanley Brinks and Freschard will be stopping by Cluny 2 this Thursday for an intimate performance in support of their new record, ‘Midnight Tequila’. A must-see for the musical-lovers of NE1. £12, 8pm.

The Cluny, thecluny.com

Fantastic Beasts:

THE CRIMES OF THE GRINDELWALD

Wands at the ready folks... Fantastic Beasts is back! Pick up some popcorn and settle in at Cineworld this Thursday for several screenings of the all-new, Fantastic Beasts: Crimes of Grindelwald. In the second part of the series, Albus Dumbledore enlists his former student, Newt Scamander, who agrees to help thwart Grindelwald’s plans of raising pure-blood wizards to rule over all non-magical beings. A must-see screening! cineworld.co.uk

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23.11.18 FEEL-GOOD FRIDAY

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Enter our prize draw at getintonewcastle.co.uk to WIN a festive afternoon tea for four at Marco Pierre White Steakhouse, followed by a night at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House panto, Cinderella!

A family of four could be in with the chance of winning a fabulously festive afternoon tea at Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Newcastle complete with Christmas-themed sweet treats - followed by a night at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House’s glittering pantomime, Cinderella! After filling up with festive treats, a family of four will take their seats at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House to see an all-star cast on stage as panto season kicks off in style! Enter online to be in with the chance of winning this fantastic, festive day out for the whole family! mpwrestaurants.co.uk tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

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The best Black Friday deals

GRAB YOUR SHOPPING BAGS AND STOCK UP ON TOP DEALS JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS! HERE ARE FIVE OF THE CITY’S BEST BARGAINHUNTING SPOTS THIS YEAR...

JOHN LEWIS

Whether you're shopping around for some audio for your festive party planning, looking for a new TV for those Christmas movie nights, or hunting down the best of this season's gaming gadgets for the kids, John Lewis’ 2018 tech deals are sure to put a smile on your face this Black Friday! johnlewis.com

GAME

Get your game face on this Black Friday with

brilliant deals at intu Eldon Square’s leading video game retailer. Gifters and gamers shouldn’t miss out on these PS4, Xbox One and Switch deals! game.co.uk

URBAN OUTFITTERS

Fashion-forward shoppers should make Urban Outfitters part of their Black Friday plans!

Go to the Grainger Street store for Christmas clothing, home accessories, gifts and gadgets! urbanoutfitters.com

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BARKER & STONEHOUSE

If you're looking to vamp up your interiors this winter, our friends at Barker & Stonehouse will be offering up to 50% off selected Black Friday products. What's more? They'll have up to 20% off all furniture in the final few days of the store's autumn sale! barkerandstonehouse.co.uk

BLACK FRIDAY WISH LIST AT CURRYS PC WORLD

Our chums at Currys are making Black Friday bargain hunting as simple and as stress-free as possible this year! Create a personalised Black Friday Wish List online to keep an eye on your most wanted tech items for when the big day drops - then pop to the Northumberland Street store to fill your bags with brilliant buys! currys.co.uk

23.11.18 FEEL-GOOD FRIDAY

COURTEENERS Following on from their festival success this summer, the Courteeners are back on stage, swinging by Newcastle’s Metro Radio Arena this Friday as part of their UK winter tour. After celebrating the 10th anniversary of their gold selling album, ‘St. Jude’, the band have reworked their album with ‘St. Jude Re:Wired’ and can’t wait to celebrate their music with a North East audience this November! With support from Gerry Cinnamon and Zuzu, this is a must-attend evening of music in NE1! metroradioarena.co.uk

LITTLE PIANO STORIES

Composer and pianist, Steve Luck, is at Seven Stories this Friday, taking youngsters on an enchanting piano story, stimulating the senses and sparking the imagination through the art of music making. Children and parents alike will love this afternoon of live piano music, story-telling and striking digital visuals. sevenstories.org.uk

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ART BALTIC LATE Join our friends at BALTIC for a late night exhibition opening - complete with intriguing talks, bookmaking and performance. Visitors can also enjoy 15% off if you spend over £40 in BALTIC Shop. Free entry (donations welcome), 6pm. BALTIC, baltic.art

MUSIC PEARL JAM UK See Pearl Jam UK live at Newcastle’s O2 Academy this Friday. With support from A Tribute to Eddie Vedder, this is an unmissable show in NE1! What a way to start the weekend! £16.90, 6.30pm. O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com SHOWAOKE! Take to the stage and sing your heart out, with background music from Tim Jasper on the venue’s baby grande piano. Playing everything from Eminem to The Lion King - don't miss this karaoke night! Pay what you feel, 7.30pm. Alphabetti Theatre, alphabettitheatre.co.uk

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24.11.18 IT'S THE WEEKEND!

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Take the little ones to Tyneside Cinema this Saturday for a screening of Disney’s Lilo & Stitch. A tale of love, faith and an unwavering belief in ohana - the Hawaiian concept of family. tynesidecinema.co.uk

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A pop-up Christmas paradise has landed on Grey Street - spreading festive cheer throughout the Toon this winter! Miracle on Grey Street brings mulled wine, hot drinks and naughty and nice cocktails to the table.

Pop in and get merry this Christmas! malhotragroup.co.uk/miracleongreystreet

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POKÉMON THE MOVIE: THE POWER OF US It’s the annual Wind Festival in Fula City - but when a series of

Snug as a bug

As the temperature drops outside, it’s time to snuggle down for story time at Seven Stories! Cosy up with the family for a storytelling session with author and illustrator, Carol Thompson. sevenstories.org.uk

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Festive fair

Make a trip to The Tyne Bar this weekend for their two-day Christmas Fair - complete with beer festival, the Rock Choir, street food, mulled wine, mince pies and more! thetyne.com

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Go to Gusto for lunch and get your gifts wrapped ready for Christmas! From 17 November - 22 December, the team will be offering The Christmas Gift Wrap service to all customers who dine on a Saturday lunchtime. Any donations made will go to the Tim Bacon Foundation. gustorestaurants.uk.com

Joyful harmony

Jess Glynne takes to the Metro Radio Arena stage this Saturday with her ‘Always In Between’ Tour! A breathtaking journey of self-acceptance, heartbreak, triumph and what it means to be a 28-year old woman in 2018. metroradioarena.co.uk

threats endangers the people, it’ll take more than just Ash and Pikachu to save the day! Will they do it? See the Pokémon adventure as it comes to life on a cinema screen near you! From £7.70, 11am, 1.50pm & 4.40pm.

Cineworld, cineworld.co.uk

FOOD & DRINK 2-4-1 COCKTAILS EVERY SATURDAY Sip in style this Saturday with 2-4-1 cocktails at the Quayside’s Quilted Camel. What a way to inject a bit of fun into the weekend!

Make a date with Joe McElderry this Saturday at Boiler Shop. Enjoy an exquisite three-course dinner while Joe sets the soundtrack to the evening with his band. In support of Variety, The Children’s Charity. boilershop.net

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Make memories at Motoon! The mega Motown night is back in the Toon... with added Marvin Gaye! Go here for a catalogue of cracking songs from Sexual Healing and Let’s Get It On, to Got To Give It Up and Mercy Mercy Me. wylambrewery.co.uk Every Saturday, 5pm - 7pm. Quilted Camel, quiltedcamel.com 2 COURSES £16, 3 COURSES £19.50 Enjoy a midshopping trip lunch at Cafe 21 at Fenwick this Saturday.

Foodies can enjoy two courses for £16 and three courses for £19.50. Monday to Saturday, 11.30am - 3pm. Cafe 21 at Fenwick, cafe21fenwick.co.uk

Christmas at the Laing Art Gallery. Creative makers are invited to join Muddy Fingers Pottery this Saturday for an afternoon of festive clay-making. Make your own Christmas decorations to take home and hang on your tree, or gift to someone special this season £35, 1pm - 3.30pm. Laing Art Gallery, laingartgallery.org.uk

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menu, with two courses for just £18. What a way to spend the day of rest! Book us in. £18pp, 12pm - 4pm. Blackfriars, blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk SUNDAY LUNCH OFFER Treat yourself to an amazing Sunday lunch this week at the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse for £21.50. Yum! Every Sunday. Marco Pierre White

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VIV ALBERTINE IN CONVERSATION Every memoir is a

THE WOMAN AND THE STRANGER + Q&A Settle in for a screening of The Woman and the Stranger at Tyneside Cinema this Sunday, followed by a live Q&A session with director, Rainer Simon. The film tells the tale of two German

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SUNDAY LUNCH If you’re looking for the perfect Sunday

SUNDAY PINTS Fancy a pint this Sunday? Get down to The Trent House on Leazes Lane and enjoy a refreshing pint for just £2 all day on Sundays. Go on, you deserve it! Every Sunday. The Trent House, getintonewcastle.co.uk

TALKS & WORKSHOPS battle between reality and invention - but in her follow up to Clothes, Music, Boys, Viv Albertine has reinvented the genre with her unflinching honesty. See her live at Sage Gateshead. £10.90, 8pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

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Brekkie with Santa

Join funnyman Lee Kyle at The Stand Comedy Club this Sunday for his White Elephant Stall show - bringing the whole family together for an afternoon of comedy! Sometimes it’s a quiz, sometimes it’s improv and sometimes it’s a chat show. But whatever he has in store, it’s set to be a hoot! thestand.co.uk

Take the kids for a festive brekkie at Fenwick - complete with a magical visit from Santa! From a traditional fry-up to hot buttered pancakes, there’s something for everyone. fenwick.co.uk TI M E S!

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Mumford & Sons swing by the Metro Radio Arena this weekend for a must-see gig in support of their fourth album, Delta. It’s the band’s biggest tour since forming ten years ago - don’t miss out! metroradioarena.co.uk

Former Oceansize and British Theatre frontman and current Biffy Clyro guitarist, Mike Vennart brings new music from his album, ‘To Cure A Blizzard Upon A Plastic Sea’, to The Cluny stage this Sunday. A must-see setlist! thecluny.com

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Red Hot Chilli Pipers

Bagpipes at the ready! The Red Hot Chilli Pipers are back in the Toon for a glorious gig at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House. Expect bagpipes with attitude, drums, mega music and a toe-tapping vibe from start to finish! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

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Make Riverside your Sunday night music spot as BEAK> take to the stage! Made up of Bristol musicians, Billy Fuller, Matt Williams and Geoff Barrow, they’re a class act, not to be missed this weekend! riversidenewcastle.co.uk

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Settle in for an extra special Christmas concert - bringing one of your favourite festive films to life with the Royal Northern Sinfonia. See Home Alone at Sage One this weekend as the score is played out live by the RNS. sagegateshead.com

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Take a trip over the Tyne to Träkol at By The River Brew Co. Go here for British meats, seasonal specials and pudding perfection. An uber cool spot to hang out with the family this Sunday afternoon. bytheriverbrew.co

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Christmas launch in-store today #CostaMarketStreet #CostaCoffee #Christmas #Costa #NE1 Newcastle NE1 @newcastlene1

FOOD & DRINK TGI FRIDAYS DEALS Fancy an American-inspired feast this Monday? Get down to The Gate’s TGI Fridays and enjoy a

You Me At Six TAKE OFF YOUR COLOURS SHOW

Blow away the Monday blues and gear up for a great gig as You Me At Six take to the stage at Newcastle’s O2 Academy. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of their seminal debut album, Take Off Your Colours, the British rock band’s performance is a must on your music diaries this November.

Playing the album in its entirety, NE1 audiences are invited to bop along to the band’s beats this Monday night! academymusicgroup.com

ANGELS OF THE NORTH 10TH ANNUAL CONCERT The Angels of the North 10th Annual Concert brings a breathtaking evening of music featuring 400 fantastic voices from North East Primary Schools, joined on stage by the talented pupils of ‘Bommel Musical Theatre Arts’. A sensational event of musical theatre, sponsored by the leading North of England charity, ‘Angels of the North’. sagegateshead.com

We saw a sneak preview of Cinderella @TyneOperaHouse and it made us feel all Christmassy! #panto

delicious two course meal for just £9.99. All day, Monday to Thursday. TGI Fridays, The Gate, getintonewcastle.co.uk FIXED PRICE FESTIVE MENU Join Barluga over the holiday period and treat yourself to their fabulous festive menu! A fantastic selection of food to get you in the spirit this season.

Foodies can enjoy two courses for £24.95 or three courses for £29.95. Delicious! Barluga, barluga.co.uk

KIDS MUSIC LIVE UNDER FIVE: BABY MUSICIANS Shake, rattle and roll this Monday at Sage Gateshead’s Baby Musicians session! Bring your tiny musicians along for a weekly family music-making hour where songs, dances and games will help support early development. £3.50 per adult/ single child, 2.15pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

MUSIC MAGENTA SINGERS The Magenta Singers are a group for people of any age who are living with acquired aphasia, run in association with the NETA Aphasia Support Centre. This friendly and supportive group sing aims to develop skills and improve performances. £4.50 per session, 1.30pm - 3pm.

Sage, sagegateshead.com MALCOLM MIDDLETON Malcolm Middleton is back with his studio album, BANANAS! The guitarist and songwriter, best known for his work with Aidan Moffat in Scottish rock

Heart North East

legends ARAB STRAP, is a must-see in Newcastle this Monday.

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£14, 7.30pm. The Cluny, thecluny.com

Enjoy German food and drink, live music and the chance to meet Santa @ChristmasVillageNewcastle #NE1 #Christmas

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@hadrianstipi has returned for another cosy year @stacknewcastle and I can’t wait for a drink around the fire pit!

MONDAY NIGHT CULT CLASSICS

Get your Monday night movie fix at Tyneside Cinema’s weekly Cult Classics event in the Bar Café!

A great opportunity to see your favourite cult films for free when purchasing a house or soft drink.

November is ‘Road Trip’ season - so it’s time to hit the road and prepare for some of the finest cult road trip movies ever! tynesidecinema.co.uk

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27.11.18 TIME FOR TUESDAY

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TRIPLE BILL BY ELIOT SMITH DANCE

Be dazzled by dance on Tyneside this Tuesday as Eliot Smith Dance brings Triple Bill to the Sage Two stage!

Taking viewers on a spellbinding journey through movement, audiences will get to see the world premiere of Sacrification - an abstract look into the glorification of war and conflict and the sacrifices made by those affected. Commissioned in association with The Royal British Legion, this is a truly moving and must-see show, showcasing cutting edge, contemporary dance in the North East! sagegateshead.com

FOOD & DRINK 2 FOR 1 TUESDAY Try 2 for 1 Tuesday at Dobson and Parnell this week - and you won’t be disappointed! Go here for a Tuesday treat, order three courses for yourself, and get three for your friend, for free! What’s not to love? Every Tuesday. Dobson & Parnell, dobsonandparnell.co.uk 3 TAPAS PLATES FOR £5 EVERY TUESDAY Take tasty Tuesday into your own hands and book a table for tapas treats at Bealim House. Get any three tapas plates for just £5 all day. Sounds delicious, right? Every Tuesday. Bealim House, bealimhouse.co.uk

The Human League RED LIVE 2018

They’re a group who have sold millions of records across the globe, inspired two generations of artists, and written some of the all-time great, classic pop songs... and they’re at Newcastle City Hall this Tuesday! Don’t miss out on the unique opportunity to see The Human League live in NE1. It’s the perfect opportunity to make some magical music moments. theatreroyal.co.uk

COMEDY THE FOOTBAAAALL SHOW Laugh yourself silly at The Stand this Tuesday as the only topical North East football comedy show takes to the stage! Expect local lampooning of the region’s clubs, football nostalgia, anecdotes and a quiz! £5 (standard), £4 (concession), 8.30pm. The Stand Comedy Club, thestand.co.uk DAVID O’DOHERTY: YOU HAVE TO LAUGH David O’Doherty is back on tour with a brand-new show made up of talking and songs played on a keyboard from 1986. As seen on BBC2’s Live At The Apollo and Channel 4’s 8 Out Of 10

THE INTERRUPTERS

The Interrupters are coming to the Toon - don’t miss out on the chance to see them live at Newcastle University Students’ Union this Tuesday! On the back of this summer’s new album announcement, the band are on the road again, swinging by for a mustsee NE1 gig this November! nusu.co.uk

Cats Does Countdown, he’s a must-see for comedy fans of the North East. £19.50, 8pm. Tyne Theatre & Opera House, tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

MUSIC JAKE BUGG PLUS DECLAN J DONOVAN Following the release of his new album, Hearts That Strain, Jake Bugg hits the road, stopping by Sage Gateshead this November. An acoustic headline show you simply cannot miss this Tuesday! £24.50, 7pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

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GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS

Round up the troops and take a seat at the Theatre Royal, where Danny Adams, Clive Webb and Chris Hayward promise to take you on another side-splitting, festive fairytale journey in the run up to Christmas! Doomed to lose their circus, can Danny, the Ringmaster and Rita save their Big Top show from disaster? Will Danny win the hand of the beautiful Goldilocks? It might just take three bears to join in the circus fun and save the day! Expect magic, music and complete mayhem as this hilarious family panto comes to town! theatreroyal.co.uk

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28.11.18 WEDNESDAY WINNERS

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GOT THE MID-WEEK MUNCHIES? CELEBRATE HUMP DAY WITH SOME DELICIOUS NE1 DEALS...

You’ve made it through Monday and Tuesday - now it’s time to reward yourself with a Holy Hobo burger - or two! Grab your pal and get down to this gem for 2-4-1 burgers, all day, every Wednesday! holyhobo.co.uk

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Tootle down to the Quayside this Wednesday for a wonderland of wings at Hop & Cleaver. Go here for delicious wings at just 25p a pop - as well as 2-4-1 cocktails and £9.95 Growlers (2 litres)! hopandcleaver.com

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musical memories with your mini musicians this Wednesday at Sage Gateshead’s Greggs Children’s Room. Sing, dance and play for an hour as little ones learn the foundations of music. £3.50 per adult/single child, 9.45am. Sage,

Tuck into a fantastic three course feast at Dobson & Parnell this Wednesday - for just £25 per person. Expect everything from cauliflower croutons and cold smoked salmon, to butternut squash risotto, grilled North Sea plaice, and sticky toffee pudding with ice cream. Yum! dobsonandparnell.co.uk

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Make Wednesday supper a wings-fuelled feast for just 37p a pop at Shark Bar! Go here for 10 fantastic flavours, from Jack Daniels bourbon to Mexican street and smoked parmesan! sharkclub.com

STEAK DINNER Treat yourself to a mid-week steak dinner at Don Vito's during their Happy Hour. This incredible offer includes two steak dinners and a bottle of wine for just £29.95. What could be better?! Monday - Thursday, 12pm 7pm. Don Vito's, donvitos.co.uk

CHRIS DIFFORD (SQUEEZE) Chris Difford has made a lasting contribution to English music with hits such as Cool For Cats, Up The Junction, Hourglass and Tempted. He’s back on tour this November, performing some of his biggest hits acoustically at The Cluny. £18, 8pm. The Cluny, thecluny.com

TINY SPARKS: LET’S GO TO THE CIRCUS!

Take your tots to the Discovery Museum for a bit of mid-week fun based on the circus! This awardwinning weekly session invites little ones to investigate science and the Discovery Museum’s latest collections.

Spark your child’s imagination with stories of the circus - exploring colourful characters and sciencefuelled shows as they go! Time to get your creative circus hat on... discoverymuseum.org.uk

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TAKE IT TO THE BRIDGE Take It To The Bridge is the North East’s longest-running jam session, inviting a core group of musicians to turn up and play jazz! Anyone (amateur or professional) is welcome to join in on the evening. £1, 8pm 11pm. The Globe, jazz.coop

THEATRE DRAG ME TO LOVE Bonnie and The Bonnettes presents Drag Me To Love at the Alphabetti Theatre this Wednesday.

Think golden stilettos, ripped fishnets, shoulder pads and

INTO THE PUNSET

Stewart Francis is gazing ‘Into The Punset’ and he’s inviting an NE1 audience to join him this Wednesday! The star of Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo and Crackerjack, is taking to the Tyne Theatre & Opera House stage to deliver his brand-new show on his last ever tour! See the comedy favourite in the Toon before he heads off... into the punset! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

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neon bobs! This autobiographical, drag and storytelling, three person show, is a must-see in NE1! £7, 7.30pm. Alphabetti Theatre, alphabettitheatre.co.uk

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29.11.18 THURSDAY THOUGHTS

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FESTIVE UPCYCLING WORKSHOP

Join North East designer, Cheryl Lumley, at BALTIC for an arty masterclass with a Christmas twist. You’ll learn how to turn fabric remnants, buttons and wool into beautiful decorations with simple sewing, while sipping fizz and enjoying a cuppa and cake. All materials are provided, just turn up and enjoy the festive fun! baltic.art

Something different FOOD & DRINK STEAK THURSDAY Pop in to Bealim House and treat yourself to one of their steaks, served with chips or new potatoes and salad, all for the great price of just £8.75. Add a delicious dessert to your meal for an extra £2.25 - it’d be rude not to! Bealim House, bealimhouse.co.uk

FILM THE GIRL IN THE SPIDER’S WEB Golden Globe winner, Claire Foy is Lisbeth Salander, a Swedish avenger, hacker and cult figure in Steig Larsson’s acclaimed Millennium book series, who returns to the big screen in The Girl in the Spider’s Web - an adaptation of the recent global bestseller. See the movie at Tyneside Cinema this Thursday! From £6.25, 8.40pm. Tyneside Cinema, tynesidecinema.co.uk

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ELIS JAMES & JOHN ROBINS: THE HOLY VIBLE BOOK

Fancy a date with your fellow film-loving friends? Head to Tyneside Cinema to see the award-winning musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s famous romantic tragedy, Romeo and Juliet, on the big screen. Following two feuding New York gangs and two secret lovers from opposing sides, West Side Story is as electrifying and gripping as it is moving.

If you haven’t seen it before, now’s the time! tynesidecinema.co.uk

TOUR Comedians, Elis James and John Robins have captured the hearts and minds of a generation, and it’s time that generation had a book! Join the duo for a live reading from their debut book, ‘The Holy Vible’! £18, 7.30pm. Tyne Theatre & Opera House, tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

MUSIC DR JOHN COOPER CLARKE - THE LUCKIEST GUY ALIVE TOUR Join Dr John Cooper Clarke at Sage Gateshead this Thursday for ‘The Luckiest Guy Alive Tour’ - with special guests Simon Day as Yorkshire poet Geoffrey Allerton, Mike Garry and Toria Garbutt. A sensational showcase of spoken word and a chance to see John perform material both classic and new!

From £21.30, 7pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com BRASS ENSEMBLE Pop to Sage this Thursday and learn the techniques of brass ensemble playing across a variety of repertoire. Bring your own instrument, learn something new and enjoy! £5 per session, 7pm. Sage, sagegateshead.com

Jessie J

Six years on from her debut album, Who We Are, Jessie J is back, ready to blow fans away with her pop-tastic sound and vocal acrobatics! See her on stage at O2 Academy, where she’ll be showcasing brand new tunes from her new album, R.O.S.E, as part of her headline tour. academymusicgroup.com

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30.11.18 FRIDAY FUN

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PETER BRUNTNELL TRIO

Presented by Jumpin' Hot Club, singersongwriter Peter Bruntnell arrives at Live Theatre. Witness his and his band mates’ restless musical spirit live on stage, where they’ll also be joined by support act, Al Shields. live.org.uk

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CANDYPANTS Every Friday the world famous party takes over Livello. Expect glitz, glam and plenty of bubbles. £7, 11pm-3am. Livello, barlivello.co.uk

COMEDY RICH HALL’S HOEDOWN Rich Hall’s Hoedown at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House begins with a withering dissection of Trump’s America, but ends up being a celebration of Americana. There’s stand-up, improvised ballads, music and utterly hilarious foot-stomping! Don’t miss it. £17, 8pm. Tyne Theatre & Opera House, tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

FOOD & DRINK FREE FIZZ FRIDAYS Grab yourself a free glass of fizz with any manicure or pedicure treatment every Friday at All About You Urban Beauty Retreat on Grey Street. What a way to start the weekend! All About You, allaboutyougsh.co.uk

KIDS TODDLERS’ TAKEOVER DAY Take your little ones to the Great North Museum’s Toddlers’ Takeover Day this Friday!

Discover what happens behind the scenes at the museum through a range of games and activities for our littlest learners! Free, 10am - 12.30pm. Great North Museum, greatnorthmuseum.org.uk

MUSIC NEW PURPLE CELEBRATION New Purple Celebration are a world-class live celebration of the music, life and legacy of Prince. See them live at Newcastle City Hall this Friday!

An evening of non-stop hits spanning more than two hours!

Expect to hear all of your favourite tunes, from Little Red Corvette and Purple Rain, to Diamonds and Pearls and U Got The Look. £26.50, 6.30pm. Newcastle City Hall,

Wild game dinner

When in season, British wild game is unbeatable - and Blackfriars is giving meateaters the chance to enjoy it at its best! For £49 per person, guests will be treated to five hearty courses, showcasing some of the best game the North East countryside has to offer - topped off with fizz on arrival, wine and refreshments! blackfrairsrestaurant.co.uk

Miracle on 34th Street Purchase your tickets and make your way up to the roof of Fenwick Newcastle for a cinema experience like no other! The store’s special Santa’s Rooftop Cinema movie nights gives friends, couples and families the chance to snuggle up in front of classic festive flicks, topped off with ice cream, popcorn, soft drinks and Christmassy cocktails from Cafe Claus. You won’t want to miss the chance to see family favourite, Miracle on 34th Street , so grab the gang and get in quick! fenwick.co.uk FESTIVE

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COLUMBIA SALSA NIGHT

Dance the night away at World HQ while raising funds for the Women Sugarcane Cutters Committee in South West Colombia. Shake your hips to hot salsa beats, learn some new steps, enjoy tasty buffet treats and win raffle prizes. All proceeds raised will go towards maintaining a safe location for their activities and materials for their campaigning work. welovewhq.com

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Find everything you need to know about the thrills of the festive season in NE1 at: newcastleschristmas.com TI M E S!

THE COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS HAS OFFICIALLY BEGUN, AND WE CAN’T WAIT TO GET THOSE FESTIVE FEELS IN NE1!

Whether you’re looking for a seasonal supper, family fun, or hacks for ticking off your wish lists, we’ve got you covered this Christmas!

Here’s our guide to a dazzling December in Newcastle...

For food & drink

For shopping

STACKS OF SEASONAL BUYS...

can be found at Newcastle’s new shipping container community on Pilgrim Street. If you fancy finding unique gifts, then STACK is your go-to destination. Pick up a mulled wine at Hadrian’s Tipi after browsing the independent stores. Get super cool surf-wear at Longsands Clothing Co., pick up some punny, Geordie gifts at For The Love of the North and bag a bottle of wine for that special someone at Fourteen Drops. stacknewcastle.com

PICK UP GIFTS AND GET SERIOUS ABOUT STREET FOOD...

at the Newcastle International Christmas Markets, back in situ at Grey’s Monument, Grey Street and Grainger Street. Browse the seasonal stalls under twinkling fairy lights. Pick up artisan foods, mulled wine, hot chocolate and handmade gifts. getintonewcastle.co.uk

FILL YOUR BAGS...

and feel festive at intu Eldon Square. The centre will be open for Christmas shoppers until 9pm on weekdays from 3 December - meaning you’ve got plenty of time to get Alive After Five and enjoy gathering gifts for your loved ones. What's more? With free parking in seven multi-storey car parks after 5pm, your shopping trip is made even sweeter! There will also be a Christmas gift-wrapping station between Fenwick and Boots, Christmas choir services and much, much more! intu.co.uk/eldonsquare

FOR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA...

take the family to Browns Bar & Brasserie. This Grey Street favourite offers up towers of delicious treats that are both seasonal and sumptuous. Featuring a selection of savoury and sweet delights, it’s the perfect place to fill your bellies this Christmas. browns-restaurants.co.uk

FOR CHRISTMASSY COCKTAILS WITH ADDED SPARKLE...

make a date with the mixology experts at The Hudson! Let the team take you on a festive tipple journey, teaching you all you need to know about the exquisite art of cocktail making. hudsonnewcastle.co.uk

FOR A CUBAN CHRISTMAS WITH FIRE & FLAVOUR...

look no further than the vibrant Revolución de Cuba! A festive fiesta bringing sociable, Latininspired dining to NE1. Enjoy an easy-going banquet of delicious tapas dishes, guaranteed to get the party going! revoluciondecuba.com

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FESTIVE FUN IN NE1

For family

GET YOUR SKATES ON... with the whole gang at the Life Science Centre. The rink is back in business and it’s the perfect spot for fun over the festive period. life.org.uk

FAIRGROUND FUN...

can be found on Northumberland Street, thanks to our team at NE1! Keep the little ones occupied, get Insta-worthy snaps, and enjoy everything we know and love about Christmas in the city. Expect a giant snow globe, a big wheel, Christmas skill games and the return of the wonderfully festive helter skelter! getintonewcastle.co.uk

SEARCH FOR SANTA...

with NE1’s all-new walking trail. Kids and families are invited to walk through the city this season, solving clues to help them

find Father Christmas! This is a free event, but tickets must be reserved in advance. getintonewcastle.co.uk

GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH...

Santa’s festive friends! From 17 - 23 December you will find a small petting zoo at Monument where you can pet and feed the animals before they go back to the North Pole! getintonewcastle.co.uk

SEE STREET ACTS...

on Northumberland street from 17 - 23 December, ensuring there will be a smile on the whole families face whilst you shop! Monday – Saturday (excluding Wednesday) 5pm, 6pm, 7pm. Wednesday 4pm, 5pm, 6pm. Sunday 12pm, 2pm, 4pm. getintonewcastle.co.uk

For culture

HELP SEARCH FOR THE GLASS SLIPPER...

at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House’s 2018 pantomime! Go here for theatre thrills and belly-laughing fun as the cast spread festive cheer to families across the North East.

Cinderella is about to take to the stage don’t miss it! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

WALK IN THE AIR THIS CHRISTMAS...

with The Snowman. He's taken over Fenwick's Christmas Window and now he's flying over

to Sage Gateshead for a magical screening complete with live orchestral music by the Royal Northern Sinfonia. A Tyneside tradition that promises to get you feeling festive! sagegateshead.com

NEWCASTLE CATHEDRAL'S CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA...

is sure to give you those festive feels this year.

Expect a spectacular evening of Christmas music, featuring the fabulous Cathedral Choir! stnicholascathedral.co.uk

Don’t forget…

OUR CITY COMES ALIVE AFTER FIVE ALL YEAR ROUND... but Christmas is the perfect time to make the most of this ‘park free, shop

late’ initiative! Miss the weekend rush and Get into Newcastle after dark to find a festive feast, enjoy seasonal sips and tick off your shopping lists.

PARTICIPATING ALIVE AFTER FIVE CAR PARKS INCLUDE... Eldon Garden, Eldon Square, Oxford Street, Manors, Quayside, Dean Street and Grainger Town.

Park for free Monday - Saturday after 5pm. Eat, drink, shop and LOVE our city this Christmas! getintonewcastle.co.uk/city-info/alive-after-five

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01.12.18 SATURDAY SOIRÉE

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Wrap it up

Get crafty at Laing Art Gallery as you make your own personalised festive wrapping paper and gift tags. Materials will be provided, so just come along and get into the festive spirit. Printing can be messy – so don’t wear your best clothes! laingartgallery.org.uk

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Meet at the Civic Centre for the start of the Search for Santa Trail - taking families on a tour of the city to help find Father Christmas with lots of goodies along the way! getintonewcastle.co.uk

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See UK boxing champ 'Tyson Fury' take on American WBC champion, Deontay Wilder, at Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill in a clash for the World Heavyweight Championship! Nab a booth and watch the action unfold while tucking in to chicken wings, nachos and burgers! sharkclub.com

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Charles Dickens' classic story of ghosts, greed and goodwill is given boisterous new life in this thrilling production of A Christmas Carol.

Gather the whole family and head to Northern Stage to see Scrooge’s festive adventure unravel! northernstage.co.uk ON

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Following an intimate and rip-roaring tour with his explosive new band earlier this year, Miles Kane will be back on stage this winter, following the release of his first solo record in five years, Coup De Grace.

Catch him at O2 Academy. academymusicgroup.com

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Make Livello your cocktail spot this Saturday. Get dressed up, dance and sip the good stuff everything from rhubarb gin cocktails, to classic Cosmos and orange espresso martinis! barlivello.co.uk

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UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN WITH

BURLESQUE SHOWCASE House of Trixie Blue invites the

Times Square’s festive ice rink! Round up your friends and

BELLS ON The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain has become

people of NE1 to their end of term show - The Carnival of

family and glide in style as we celebrate Christmas time in

a global sensation! See them live at Newcastle City Hall this

Tease! Celebrate the achievements of performance course

NE1! £3 (under 4s), £7.50 (child 5-7), £9 (concession), £10

Saturday for an evening of pure entertainment, dead-pan

students, The Blue Belles, plus extra entertainment, burlesque

(adult), £27 (family ticket), 10am - 9pm. Times Square,

British humour and irresistible foot-tapping music! £26,

and more! £8, 7pm. World HQ, welovewhq.com

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6.30pm. Newcastle City Hall, theatreroyal.co.uk

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SUNDAY ROAST Enjoy a sumptuous Sunday roast with all the trimmings at Aspers Casino this week. Freyas provides the perfect fusion of great food in a warm and inviting space. From £7.95, every Sunday. Aspers Casino, aspersnewcastle.co.uk 2-4-1 COCKTAIL SUNDAYS Fancy a tipple this Sunday?

Round up the gang and get down to Shark Club for 2-4-1

cocktails to help you see the weekend off in style!

Every Sunday. Shark Club, sharkclubs.co.uk

(standard), 11pm - 3am. Tup Tup Palace, tuptuppalace.com

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PERSISTENCE Keep the weekend party popping at Persistence! It’s the go-to Tup Tup party for all of those who aren’t ready to wave goodbye to a weekend of fun. Go here for house music and R&B tunes. £5 (guest list), £7

HE KNOWS SHE KNOWS - THE SLAY BELL BASH Join The Slay Bell Bash with He Knows She Knows - plus special guests Jamilah, Beth Macari, A$AP Alberto and J Smirk. . £6.75, 6pm. O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com

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Brekkie bites

See Santa!

Kick-start your weekend with something warm and comforting at Quay Ingredient. Enjoy eggs and soldiers, traditional fry-ups, Craster kippers, freshly-baked pastries or scrambled eggs with truffle and jam on brioche. Go on - treat yourself! quayingredient.co.uk

See Santa at The Quayside Wetherspoon this Sunday from 12pm - 3pm. For just £2, little ones will get to meet the man himself and will get to take a small gift home to pop under the tree! Tombola and raffle prizes will also be available throughout the day. jdwetherspoon.com

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Don’t miss CLIC Sargent’s Christmas Carol Concert at City Hall.

A key fundraising event in support of the charity, which helps children and young people facing cancer, it promises an uplifting afternoon of festive feel-good songs. theatreroyal.co.uk

It’s not Christmas without a trip to Tyneside Cinema to see everyone’s favourite festive tear-jerker, It’s A Wonderful Life, telling the tale of frustrated business man, George Bailey. His life seems hopeless until a loveable angel, Clarence, arrives on Earth to show him just how much life is worth living.

Tissues at the ready! tynesidecinema.co.uk

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Take little ones to Seven Stories to see family festive favourite, Elf! Snuggle up in the magical attic to enjoy the adventures of Buddy, a man raised as an elf at the North Pole, who travels to New York City in search of his true identity. sevenstories.org.uk

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On the back of his last sell-out show, Psychopomp, John Whale returns to The Stand with an uplifting and hilarious perspective on life, love, laughter. Settle in and get the giggles! thestand.co.uk

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Christmas cheer

Lose yourself in the smells and tasty delights of Christmas at Newcastle’s brand new Christmas Village in Times Square. Enjoy festive bites from traditional German street food huts, washed down with beer, mulled wine and hot cider! christmasvillagenewcastle.co.uk

70s party

See Midland perform live at Boiler Shop this weekend. The musical trio embody 70s California country like no other, with smooth harmonies and heart-on-your-sleeve lyrics.

The perfect Sunday soundtrack! boilershop.net

03.12.18 MONDAY MUNCH

A Merry Monday FESTIVE

It’s December, which means we can officially start making our way through some of the city’s finest Christmas menus! Head to Carluccio’s on Grey Street for the best of seasonal Italian produce in their Menu Festivo and Menu di Natale. The chefs will be spreading Christmas cheer with antipasti, lobster and crab lasagne, steak and truffle, portobello mushrooms, butternut squash risotto, chocolate torte, Limoncello mascarpone coppa and more! What’s more? For those looking to inject a bit of Christmas spirit into their supper, enjoy a glass of fizz or two. Book us in! carluccios.com

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ART RASHEED ARAEEN: A RETROSPECTIVE Rasheed Araeen: A Retrospective presents a body of work that has had a profound influence on generations of artists, writers and thinkers. See this inspiring exhibition at BALTIC this Monday.

Free, 10am - 6pm. BALTIC, baltic.art

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FOOD & DRINK LUNCH TIME DEALS Pop down to Mr Mulligan’s Space Golf on Newgate Street for some cracking lunch time deals! Try the tasty 6oz burger or enjoy a 14” pizza and a drink for just £6.

Simply turn up midweek and enjoy! What’s not to love? From £6, 11am - 5pm. Mr Mulligan’s Space Golf, mrmulligan.com HAPPY HOUR Wave away the Monday blues this week with a delicious feast at Prima Ristorante. Dig in to hearty pizzas and pastas from the main menu during happy hour Monday - Friday. £7, 12pm - 7pm.Prima Ristorante, getintonewcastle.co.uk TAITTINGER AND OYSTERS Visit Saltwater Fish Company inside Fenwick Food Hall this Monday and enjoy a glass of Taittinger Brut Reserve alongside three Lindisfarne Oysters for a great price! It’s the perfect stop-off spot after a bit of shopping, or a great place to hangout for afterwork drinks and nibbles. £12.99, 3pm - 5pm. Saltwater Fish Company, saltwaterfish.co.uk

CLUB DIGITAL MONDAYS Start the week with a bang! Digital

ALIEN WORLDS

Our planet is a welcoming place for us humans, but what might it be like on different, alien worlds? Although we can’t travel to most other planets (yet!), in the immersive environment of Life Science Centre’s planetarium we can experience what it might be like. Grab the little ones and dive through Saturn’s rings, fly above the Martian surface and find out what it’s like to walk on moons. life.org.uk

BALTIC THEN & NOW

Explores BALTIC’s sixteen-year exhibition history and some of the most memorable moments through short film screenings, a presentation of archive objects and books to browse.

Since opening in 2002, the gallery has showcased 222 exhibitions by 462 artists with 60 nationalities. BALTIC Archive chronicles it all, from the history of the building and the brand, to the gallery’s ever-changing exhibitions, talks and performances. baltic.art

Mondays are a Newcastle institution - the city’s longest running Monday night soirée with four rooms of the finest dancefloor anthems across all genres. 80p entry before midnight, 10pm - 3am. Digital, yourfutureisdigital.com

DEFIANT LOADED WRESTLING

For the first time in over a year, Defiant Wrestling's LOADED is back! Head to O2 Academy to see all of your favourite wrestlers from the original LOADED series, as well as many new faces stepping into the ring for the very first time. academymusicgroup.com

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04.12.18 TUESDAY TREATS

L VE ON MARS A TRIBUTE TO DAVID BOWIE

Following its hugely successful tour in 2017, LIVE ON MARS returns to Sage Gateshead to continue celebrating the very best of pop icon, David Bowie.

Featuring the electrifying vocals of Alex Thomas, with a world-class band behind him, this is an unmissable evening for lifelong Bowie fans of the North East!

Alex will cover hits such as Space Oddity, Let’s Dance and everything in between! A sensational evening of music on Tyneside. sagegateshead.com

Why not try these FOOD & DRINK 2-4-1 KEBABS ALL TUESDAY Tuck in to tasty kebabs all day, every Tuesday at The Holy Hobo. What’s more? You can get two for the price of one... so grab your mate and make foodie plans in NE1! Every Tuesday.

The Holy Hobo, holyhobo.co.uk THAT’S A WRAP TUESDAY Enjoy a sandwich or wrap with fries and a selected drink for just £6.69 on Tuesdays at Beyond Bar, The Gate. Choose from hot roast bap, duck, fish finger, pulled pork, chicken and bacon, steak melt or cajun chicken. Sounds delicious, right? £6.69, every Tuesday. Beyond Bar and Club

FILM LA GUNGUNA + Q&A WITH ERNESTO ALEMANY Ernesto Alemany’s La Gunguna tells the story of a tiny pistol with a dark history. The gun reveals a chaotic Caribbean underworld that is portrayed with unrelenting dark humour ad more than the odd nod to Tarantino. See this screening followed by a Q&A with the director this Tuesday! From £6.25, 6.15pm. Tyneside Cinema, tynesidecinema.co.uk

LUCERO

One for the music-lovers of NE1...

Memphis-based Lucero, the band that helped pave the way for what is now called Americana, are taking to Newcastle's O2 Academy this Tuesday! Bringing their ninth studio album, Among The Ghosts, to a North East stage, they're a mustsee for lovers of country-punk rock.

A date for the diary this week! academymusicgroup.com

MUSIC YOUNG FATHERS / PETITE NOIR Always providing beats packed with innovation, Young Fathers use dizzying distortion and uncomfortable production to fuse together unignorable cuts. Don’t miss out on their gig at Boiler Shop this Tuesday! £18, 7pm. Boiler Shop, boilershop.net

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Join Seven Stories’ Story Catchers for a unique live storytelling experience, telling the tale of the wintry showdown between pea and penguin! Under the rule of Evil Pea and Evil Emperor Penguin, the pea and penguin communities have been enemies for as long as they can remember, but as Christmas approaches, can they use teamwork and kindness to come together and create peas on Earth? Complete with creative activities, cosy family time, lots of silliness and the best seasonal party games (with a twist), it’s a must-see for tots! sevenstories.org.uk

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THEATRE MARY AND JOSEPHINE'S CHRISTMAS MIRACLE Alphabetti Theatre's uplifting nativity, retold by performers who have learning disabilities and autism, is guaranteed to fill your hearts with festive joy this Christmas! The tale follows Mary and Josephine who are enjoying their last weekend away before becoming a family, but discover their room is double booked! £5, 7.30pm.

Alphabetti Theatre, alphabettitheatre.co.uk

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you are warmly invited to Sunday 9 December at 4pm*, 6pm & 8pm Tuesday 11 December at 8pm Wednesday 12 December at 8pm Thursday 13 December at 8pm

with choir and a thousand candles

at JESMOND PARISH CHURCH

by Jesmond Metro carolsbycandlelight.org.uk

Saturday 15 December at 5pm* Sunday 16 December at 4pm*, 6pm & 8pm *Crèche at 4pm & 5pm services

Grey Street

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SLADE MERRY XMAS EVERYBODY 45TH ANNIVERSARY

Don’t miss your chance to see Slade, one of the most successful bands of the 1970s, at Newcastle's O2 Academy. Having enjoyed a career spanning more than 20 years, during which the band notched 23 Top 20 singles, including six number one hits, the rock legends are returning to the stage once again - this time to celebrate the 45th anniversary of their famous festive song, Merry Xmas Everybody. academymusicgroup.com FESTIVE

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ART HEATHER PHILLIPSON: THE AGE OF LOVE Produced as a major new commission that responds to BALTIC’s vast Level 4 Gallery, Heather Phillipson presents a series of videos, sounds and objects that operate as landmarks in a remixed geology. See the exhibition this winter. Free, 10am - 6pm.

Baltic, baltic.art CREATIVE AGE AT THE HATTON Creative Age is a dementia-friendly creative programme led by artists at the Hatton Gallery. The place to be to explore artworks and exhibitions, get creative with traditional materials and try something completely new! Free, donations welcome, 2pm 4pm. Hatton Gallery, hattongallery.org.uk

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BLOCKBUSTER CHRISTMAS SHOW

The Sweet are a national treasure - a British band that has taken every continent by storm for more than four decades. With hits like Blockbuster, Ball Room Blitz, and Fox On The Run, the group became one of the biggest bands of the 70s and were the quintessential glam rockers who brought androgynous looks and guitar pop to the masses. wylambrewery.co.uk

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2-4-1 BURGERS ALL DAY WEDNESDAY Head for The Holy Hobo, Archbold Terrace this Wednesday for 2-4-1 burgers all day. What a way to get that mid-week feeling!

Every Wednesday, 12pm - 2am.The Holy Hobo, holyhobo.co.uk 10% OFF FISH & CHIPS FOR STUDENTS Calling all hungry students! Did you know that you can get 10% off all

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Since their 1998 debut, Snow Patrol have taken the music world by storm, racking up 15 million global album sales, over a billion global track streams, five UK Platinum Albums, and are Grammy, BRIT Award and Mercury Music Prize nominated. If you haven’t seen them live, you need to! See them at Metro Radio Arena and prepare for an unforgettable night. metroradioarena.co.uk

day, every day at Gills Fish & Chips at STACK? It’s the perfect reason to go out for food with the whole squad. Count us in!

All day, every day. Gills Fish & Chips, gillsfishandchips.uk

MUSIC POWER QUEST Southampton power metal outfit, Power Quest, are back with an extensive collection of

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Part comedy sketch show and part music quiz, Mixtape guarantees guests an uplifting Christmas party. Join the Mixtapers as they bring their infamous sellout Christmas show back to the North East, featuring a mash up of Mixtape festive favourites, as well as a stocking-load of sketches inspired by classic Christmas tunes. Play in quiz teams to be in with the chance of winning one of the highly coveted Golden Mixtapes. live.org.uk

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heart-pounding music. See them live at Newcastle’s O2 Academy this Wednesday! £13.50, 7pm.O2 Academy, academymusicgroup.com

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WHAM BAM DURAN 15 DECEMBER

Dig out your fluorescent sweat bands and fuzzy leg-warmers and prepare yourselves for a funky, high-energy live tribute to eighties power pop! Expect non-stop tunes from some of the decade’s biggest names, including Spandau Ballet, Wham, Duran Duran, Rick Astley and more! thenewbridgehotel.com

THE THREE BEARS AT CHRISTMAS 27 NOVEMBER - 5 JANUARY

LITTLE MIX 24 - 26 OCTOBER 2019

Pop superstars, Little Mix, will be arriving on Tyneside next autumn as part of their massive UK and Ireland arena tour, ‘LM5 The Tour’. See them strut their stuff on stage at Metro Radio Arena, where they’ll be performing tunes from their brand new album, LM5, alongside a number of their best-loved hits, including Shout Out to My Ex, Black Magic and Wings. metroradioarena.co.uk

Grab the little ones and make your way to Northern Stage for a Christmas adventure, following mammy, daddy and baby bear as they prepare for winter. As Christmas arrives, their cosy home is turned upside down by Goldilocks, who threatens to knock over their Christmas tree, eat their Christmas puddings and fall asleep in their beds. A heartwarming journey into the world of three famous bears, filled with original live music and puppetry! northernstage.co.uk

THE HITS OF BEYONCÉ & DESTINY’S CHILD: THE XMAS SPECIAL 13 DECEMBER

‘Sleigh my name, sleigh my name’... Calling all Queen Bey fans - make your way to Wylam this December for the ultimate girls night - with added festive sparkle! Rogue Symphony, a 13-piece live band with full string section and three amazing female vocalists, will play the hits of Beyoncé and Destiny’s Child live on stage in Newcastle!

Expect glitz, glamour and guaranteed good times with the girls! wylambrewery.co.uk

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MISS RORY - A CHRISTMAS RORY II 17 DECEMBER

Miss Rory returns to the Tyne Theatre & Opera House this Christmas for a festive extravaganza! After the sell out successes of One Woman in 2016, along with What’s Up Hun? and A Christmas Rory in 2017, the critically-acclaimed diva is back and better than ever with her live stand-up show!

Promising audiences a night full of showbizstyle festivities and Christmas cheer, prepare to laugh until you cry from start to finish! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Christmas at Newcastle Cathedral Friday 14th December, 19:30 CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA WITH THE NEW TYNESIDE ORCHESTRA AND THE CHOIR OF NEWCASTLE CATHEDRAL A spectacular evening of Christmas music hosted by BBC Radio Newcastle’s Anna Foster. Traditional songs and an opportunity for the audience to sing! (In aid of Newcastle Cathedral’s Sponsor a Chorister Fund).

Tickets £15 (plus booking fee) from: christmas-extravaganza.eventbrite.co.uk

Friday 21st December, 17:00 WALKING NATIVITY Join us for a lantern procession (with lots of carols!) from Newcastle Central Station to the Cathedral, following Mary and Joseph on their journey. This year, it is followed by a free half-hour concert by Newcastle’s wonderful ROCK CHOIR! Free family event; duration approx 45 mins plus concert.

Meet in the portico at the entrance to Central Station.

Christmas Eve Monday 24th December, 11:00 CRIB SERVICE Relive the story of Christmas with St Nicholas. Meet the grumpy shepherds, wonderful wise men and horrible King Herod. Join us for a fun and interactive act of worship and discover the greatest Christmas present ever.

Christmas Eve Monday 24th December, 18:00 A FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS A traditional choral service of reflective bible readings on the Christmas story and beautiful carols led by the renowned choir of Newcastle Cathedral.

Christmas Eve Monday 24th December, 23:30 MIDNIGHT MASS A beautiful, atmospheric candlelit service with sermon and traditional carols. Come and celebrate the meaning of Christmas in the time-honoured way. It doesn’t get any more Christmassy than this!

Christmas Day Tuesday 25th December, 10:00 FESTAL EUCHARIST FOR CHRISTMAS DAY A joyful, family-friendly service for Christmas morning with stunning choral music, all your favourite carols and a festive sermon.

For more information about our special services, events and concerts during Advent and Christmas please visit: stnicholascathedral.co.uk