The Society was established in the 1970s. It aims to encourage the study and enjoyment of architecture, buildings, their contents and settings by organising lectures and visits. It usually holds its lectures in the Fine Art Lecture Theatre, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, and enjoys a close association with the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape of Newcastle University. (Read our constitution, revised October 2018).
Pre-Christmas Event
Our pre-Christmas event this year will take place in Newcastle's Roman Catholic Cathedral. Originally designed by Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin and built between 1842 and 1844, the cathedral is a Grade I listed building and a fine example of the Gothic Revival style of architecture he championed. In 1872 the spectacular tower and steeple designed by Dunn & Hansom were added.
It would not be appropriate to have our usual finger buffet and drinks in the cathedral, so we have booked a buffet style meal at the Ottoman Turkish Restaurant which is directly opposite the cathedral entrance. This is costed separately on the booking form as the space in the restaurant is restricted to thirty people. The numbers for the visit are not restricted. You will be able to buy your own drinks in the restaurant.
Details of our Christmas Event in St. Mary's R C Cathedral are now available - booking (using the accompanying form) closes on Friday 22 November.
Regular lectures are held in the Fine Art Lecture Theatre of Newcastle University; instructions and map of how to find our lectures.
