The Society was established in the 1970s. It aims to encourage the study and enjoyment of architecture, buildings, their contents and settings by organising lectures and visits. It usually holds its lectures in the Fine Art Lecture Theatre, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, and enjoys a close association with the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape of Newcastle University. (Read our constitution, revised October 2018).
Important: Change of Lecture

Netherwitton Hall, Northumberland - a grand house in the classical style
Sadly, due to the unexpected death of Richard Hird on 4th February, we are not able to offer his lecture on The Father Smith Organ of Durham Cathedral. Instead, very kindly despite short notice, committee member Dr. Richard Pears will talk on Catholic Country House Building in Durham and Northumberland 1570-1829.
From the excommunication of Queen Elizabeth I to the Catholic Emancipation Act, Catholic families were persecuted, fined and excluded from public office and universities. Despite this, many of the wealthier Catholic families retained their lands and rebuilt their mansions in fashionable architectural styles.
Full details of our February lecture
Regular lectures are held in the Fine Art Lecture Theatre of Newcastle University; instructions and map of how to find our lectures.
Summer Trip to West Yorkshire
Following the success of last year's trip to Dumfries and Galloway we have reserved accommodation at the Scargill Movement's Community in Wharfedale. We plan to visit a mix of architectural wonders in the environs of Ripon, Skipton and Bradford. Bradford is this year's U.K. City of Culture and hopefully there will be some special architectural visits available. The wonderful chapel, and other buildings, at Scargill were designed by George Pace, (1915 - 1975) and we intend to visit several of his other works during our three-day trip.
More information, inclufing how to book. Please return the booking form< (already circulated, or download here) by Friday 28th February 2025.