The Common Room Public listing
- Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- The Common Room, Neville Hall, The Common Room of the Great North Ltd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1SE
- Capacity 30—350
- Event space
- Mon-Fri 08:30-23:00; Sat 10:30-23:00; Sun closed
- Offers private hire (book with the venue directly)
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About this venue
The Common Room is a unique heritage and cultural venue located in Neville Hall in central Newcastle upon Tyne. Originally opened in 1872 as the home of The North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers, the Grade II* listed building underwent major conservation work and reopened in 2021. Today, operated by a charity, it preserves and celebrates the North East's engineering history while hosting a vibrant range of events including live gigs, comedy, lectures, exhibitions, private hires, and weddings. Inside, the venue features historic spaces such as the Victorian Wood Hall library with stained glass windows and vaulted ceilings, an Edwardian tiered Lecture Theatre, and the 5|Quarter café-bar. It provides a distinctive atmosphere combining historic character with modern event facilities.
Hire terms (from public sources)
- Capacity: 350 standing — 150 seated
- Space: Whole venue
- Ticketed events: Yes
- Own music / DJ: Yes
- Loud music: Yes
- Own alcohol: —
- Own food: —
- External catering: Yes
- Wheelchair accessible: Yes
Upcoming events
No upcoming public events listed.
Past events
No past public events listed.