BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//achurchnearyou.com//eventfeed//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-TIMEZONE:UTC BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044329Z UID:8051241775034000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044329Z UID:10665051775034000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044329Z UID:8051271775034000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044329Z UID:10665481775034000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044329Z UID:10665031775120400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044329Z UID:8051271775120400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044329Z UID:10665481775120400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044329Z UID:10664261775127600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260405T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260405T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481775379600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260405T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260405T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871775384100.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031775466000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271775466000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481775466000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211775473200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281775552400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271775552400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481775552400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211775559600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261775559600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260407T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221775575800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241775638800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051775638800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271775638800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481775638800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031775725200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271775725200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481775725200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261775732400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481775984400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871775988900.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031776070800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271776070800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481776070800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211776078000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281776157200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271776157200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481776157200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211776164400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261776164400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221776180600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241776243600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051776243600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271776243600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481776243600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031776330000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271776330000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481776330000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261776337200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481776589200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871776593700.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031776675600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271776675600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481776675600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211776682800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281776762000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271776762000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481776762000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211776769200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261776769200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221776785400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241776848400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051776848400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271776848400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481776848400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031776934800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271776934800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481776934800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261776942000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481777194000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871777198500.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031777280400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271777280400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481777280400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211777287600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281777366800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271777366800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481777366800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211777374000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261777374000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221777390200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241777453200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051777453200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271777453200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481777453200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031777539600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271777539600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481777539600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261777546800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481777798800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871777803300.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031777885200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271777885200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481777885200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211777892400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281777971600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271777971600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481777971600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211777978800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261777978800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221777995000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241778058000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051778058000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271778058000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481778058000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031778144400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271778144400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481778144400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261778151600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481778403600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871778408100.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031778490000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271778490000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481778490000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211778497200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281778576400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271778576400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481778576400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211778583600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261778583600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221778599800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241778662800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051778662800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271778662800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481778662800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031778749200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271778749200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481778749200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261778756400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779008400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871779012900.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031779094800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271779094800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779094800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211779102000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281779181200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271779181200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779181200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211779188400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261779188400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221779204600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241779267600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051779267600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271779267600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779267600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031779354000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271779354000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779354000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261779361200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779613200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871779617700.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031779699600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271779699600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779699600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211779706800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281779786000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271779786000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779786000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211779793200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261779793200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221779809400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241779872400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051779872400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271779872400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779872400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031779958800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271779958800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481779958800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261779966000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481780218000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871780222500.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031780304400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271780304400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481780304400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211780311600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281780390800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271780390800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481780390800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211780398000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261780398000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221780414200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241780477200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051780477200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271780477200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481780477200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031780563600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271780563600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481780563600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261780570800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481780822800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871780827300.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031780909200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271780909200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481780909200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211780916400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281780995600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271780995600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481780995600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211781002800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261781002800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221781019000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241781082000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051781082000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271781082000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481781082000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031781168400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271781168400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481781168400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261781175600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481781427600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871781432100.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031781514000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271781514000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481781514000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211781521200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281781600400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271781600400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481781600400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211781607600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261781607600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221781623800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241781686800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051781686800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271781686800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481781686800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031781773200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271781773200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481781773200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261781780400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782032400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871782036900.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031782118800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271782118800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782118800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211782126000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281782205200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271782205200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782205200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211782212400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261782212400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221782228600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241782291600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051782291600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271782291600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782291600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031782378000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271782378000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782378000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261782385200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782637200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871782641700.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031782723600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271782723600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782723600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211782730800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281782810000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271782810000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782810000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211782817200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261782817200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221782833400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241782896400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051782896400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271782896400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782896400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031782982800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271782982800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481782982800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261782990000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481783242000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871783246500.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031783328400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271783328400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481783328400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260706T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211783335600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281783414800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271783414800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481783414800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211783422000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261783422000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221783438200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241783501200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051783501200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271783501200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481783501200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031783587600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271783587600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481783587600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261783594800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481783846800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:12136871783851300.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031783933200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271783933200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481783933200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260713T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211783940400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664281784019600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271784019600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481784019600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051211784026800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261784026800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051221784043000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051241784106000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665051784106000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271784106000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481784106000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665031784192400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:8051271784192400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481784192400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10664261784199600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044330Z UID:10665481784451600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871784456100.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031784538000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271784538000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481784538000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211784545200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281784624400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271784624400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481784624400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211784631600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261784631600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221784647800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241784710800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051784710800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271784710800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481784710800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031784797200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271784797200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481784797200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261784804400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481785056400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871785060900.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031785142800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271785142800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481785142800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211785150000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281785229200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271785229200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481785229200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211785236400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261785236400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221785252600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241785315600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051785315600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271785315600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481785315600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031785402000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271785402000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481785402000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261785409200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481785661200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871785665700.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031785747600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271785747600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481785747600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211785754800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281785834000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271785834000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481785834000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211785841200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261785841200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221785857400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241785920400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051785920400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271785920400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481785920400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031786006800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271786006800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481786006800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261786014000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481786266000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871786270500.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031786352400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271786352400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481786352400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211786359600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281786438800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271786438800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481786438800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211786446000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261786446000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221786462200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241786525200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051786525200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271786525200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481786525200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031786611600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271786611600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481786611600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261786618800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481786870800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871786875300.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260817T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260817T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031786957200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260817T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260817T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271786957200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260817T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260817T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481786957200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260817T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260817T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211786964400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281787043600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271787043600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481787043600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211787050800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261787050800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221787067000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241787130000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051787130000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271787130000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481787130000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031787216400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271787216400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481787216400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261787223600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481787475600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871787480100.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031787562000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271787562000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481787562000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211787569200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281787648400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271787648400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481787648400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211787655600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261787655600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260825T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221787671800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241787734800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051787734800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271787734800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481787734800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031787821200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271787821200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481787821200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261787828400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481788080400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871788084900.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031788166800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271788166800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481788166800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211788174000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281788253200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271788253200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481788253200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211788260400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261788260400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221788276600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241788339600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051788339600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271788339600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481788339600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031788426000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271788426000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481788426000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260903T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261788433200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481788685200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871788689700.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031788771600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271788771600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481788771600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211788778800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281788858000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271788858000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481788858000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211788865200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261788865200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221788881400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241788944400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051788944400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271788944400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481788944400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031789030800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271789030800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481789030800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261789038000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481789290000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871789294500.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031789376400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271789376400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481789376400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211789383600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281789462800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271789462800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481789462800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211789470000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261789470000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221789486200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241789549200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051789549200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271789549200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481789549200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031789635600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271789635600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481789635600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261789642800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481789894800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871789899300.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031789981200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271789981200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481789981200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211789988400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281790067600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271790067600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481790067600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211790074800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261790074800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221790091000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241790154000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051790154000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271790154000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481790154000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031790240400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271790240400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481790240400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261790247600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260927T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260927T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481790499600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parish Eucharist DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260927T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260927T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:12136871790504100.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not\, or are just curious. Join us for Communion\, Eucharist\, Lord's Supper\, Mass … whatever you call it\, this is the heart of our community life.\n\nWe are blessed to have many members from many backgrounds and countries\, we especially have many Persian members so all our services are translated in to Farsi.\n\nLiturgical details:\nCommon Worship Order One (Ordinarily Euc haristic Prayer E)\nSeasons and feasts are observed.\nVestments are worn.\ nAltar servers (crucifer and acolytes).\nFarsi translation of liturgy is p rojected on a screen. The sermon is live translated.\nPrimary hymn book: A ncient and Modern GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/worship END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foodbank DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665031790586000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are the home of Newcastle West End Foodbank. If you need he lp with food\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! We don't want an yone in our community to ever go hungry.\n\nA volunteer will take some bas ic details to help identify your needs and write out the voucher. Once you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel.\n\nIf you can\, p lease bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\ nProof of other members of your household\n\nVenerable Bede Church\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFor info please contact:\n info@nclwefb.org \n0191 2753019 \n07580 751365 LOCATION:Venerable Bede West Road URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271790586000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481790586000.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211790593200.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West End Writes DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664281790672400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Do you have a story to tell? Would you like to do something cr eative? Maybe you have a creative idea you’d like to make happen\, or yo u’re already doing things and are looking for your next step?\n\nIf you are based in Benwell or Scotswood\, then come along to the West End Writes community drop-in at St James Church\, Benwell. Join us for a cup of tea\ , a biscuit\, and a friendly chat with our creative producer Dani\, who is on hand to listen to your ideas and to help make things happen. No previo us experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.\n\nIf you have any que stions or would like to know more about the work we are developing in the West End\, please email our West End Writes producer at westendwrites@neww ritingnorth.com GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/west-end-writes-creative-writing -drop-in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271790672400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481790672400.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community cafe (pay-what-you-feel) DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051211790679600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Mondays: Breakfast 9.30-12\; Lunch 12-2\nTuesdays: Lunch 12-2\ n\nPay-what-you-feel meals and a time to your community\, it is for anyone \, any age\, any background\, any physical or mental ability\, or any beli ef. Please do donate to keep us running! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805121/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Club DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10664261790679600.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Join our free art and craft sessions for all ages and backgrou nds. \n\nSupporting creativity\, mental health\, socialising\, and learnin g more about yourself! \n\nRun by St James artist in residence Artep Avord no\, she will support you both with your own work and encourage experiment ation and teach new techniques.\n\nOccasionally the club also organises tr ips to local galleries and other cultural venues.\n\nTuesdays - 12pm to 4 pm\nThursdays - 10am to 3pm \n(Please note\, the art club takes a break du ring school holidays) GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.benwellscotswood.com/post/art-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bible study with Farsi Translation DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051221790695800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We meet as a group to learn more about the Bible\, Christianit y\, and each other.\n\nWe have a Farsi translator\, but anyone is welcome whatever language you speak! GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805122/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage and Environment Group DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051241790758800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Heritage & Environment Group\n\nThe Heritage & Environment Gro up is an independent voluntary organisation and registered charity based i n Benwell whose aims are to explore and share the history of the west end of Newcastle and to promote the improvement of the historic graveyard of S t James'.\n\nThe Group meets weekly to maintain the graveyard of St James ’ in Benwell\, and to welcome visitors there. At the moment\, sessions a re held on Wednesday mornings between 10am -1pm. Visitors are welcome to l ook around during these times. There are are three interpretation boards o n site which provide information about the history and environment of the graveyard. You can also read or download our two graveyard guides A Guide to St James’ Graveyard and A short history of St James’ Graveyard\, Be nwell. If you would like an informal tour of the graveyard\, contact the G roup on stjamesbenwell@gmail.com Please note that the graveyard is not nor mally accessible outside these hours. However requests for visits at other times will be considered.\n\nThe Group maintains a data-base of burials a nd memorials\, and welcomes inquiries about people buried in the graveyard .\n\n\nVolunteers\n\nThe Group welcomes help with maintaining the graveyar d\, whether as a regular or occasional volunteer. For more information or to offer help\, email us at stjamesbenwell@gmail.com or visit on a Wednesd ay between 10am-1pm.\n\n\nPublications and Resources\n\nThe Group has prod uced a variety of books\, heritage guides\, films and other resources abou t the history of the west end. These can be accessed on our website and pr inted copies can be obtained from us.\n\n\nContact Details\n\nEmail: stjam esbenwell@gmail.com\nWrite: c/o Sunnybank Centre\, 12/14 Sunnybank Avenue\ , Pendower\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE15 6SD GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805124/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pathways welfare support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665051790758800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Pathways is a project of Newcastle Foodbank that takes place e very Wednesday at St James. You can attend for foodbank vouchers and fuel support\, along with help from many organisations including healthcare\, h ousing\, safeguarding\, asylum and more. \n\nIf you need help with anythin g\, don't worry\, that's what we are here for! \n\nTo receive a food vouch er a volunteer will take some basic details to help identify your needs:\n If you can\, please bring:\nProof of Address\nPhoto ID\nProof of benefits (if relevant)\nProof of other members of your household\n\nOnce you have a voucher you can exchange this for a food parcel at:\n\nVenerable Bede Chu rch\, West Road\, NE4 8AP\nMonday & Thursday 10am - 1pm\n\nFoodbank Centre \, Benwell Lane NE15 6LX\nTuesday & Wednesday 10am - 1pm GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private prayer and visiting the church DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:8051271790758800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:Whenever the church is open you are most welcome to come in fo r quiet and prayer\, to talk to our clergy or volunteers\, or just to look around at the building and read about our history. Please feel free to co me up to the high altar and take a seat wherever you like.\n\nIf you would like help with anything\, someone to speak to\, or someone to pray with y ou\, then please do not feel embarrassed to ask the clergy or volunteers. \n\nPlease note\, we try to keep the church open as often as possible\, bu t it isn't always possible to do this every day. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 805127/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Asylum seeker and refugee support DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T044331Z UID:10665481790758800.0achurchnearyou CATEGORIES: DESCRIPTION:We are your community and are here to help anyone. \nWhen we a re open you are always welcome here. There are various activities and volu nteering opportunities throughout the week. Father Chris and other volunte ers will try to help you with immigration issues\, wellbeing\, and signpos ting you to other services in the community when possible. We may not alwa ys have the solution but we do promise to do all we can!\n\nFoodbank volun teers can also help you with food\, benefits payments\, and other issues.\ n\nWe also have:\nVolunteering opportunities\nFree Wifi\nTea and coffee\nC onversation & spiritual support\nSocial time\nTime for peace and quiet\n\n Please note - opening times are a guideline and vary from week to week. GEO:-1.661153;54.970875 LOCATION:St James' Benwell\nVenerable Bede West Road URL:https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/16253/service-and-events/events/ 1066548/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR