Join us for Discover Festival
You are invited to our festival of interactive family-fun on our city-centre campus on Sat 13 June. Immerse yourself in a world of wonder and exploration, with activities and events to inspire all ages.
Discover Festival 2026: Celebrating pioneering research and creativity
Newcastle University’s city-centre campus will be transformed into a hub of exploration and fun for everyone on Saturday, 13 June 2026, as the annual Discover Festival takes place.
Work to begin on repairing Henderson Old Hall
Work to repair the external façade of the fire damaged Grade II listed Henderson Old Hall is due to start in May.
Restoring rivers can slow flows and boost opportunities for wildlife
A major river restoration project in Cumbria has shown that reconnecting rivers to their floodplains can slow the movement of water and improve habitats.