The Lit & Phil
📍 23 Westgate Road, Newcastle, NE1 1SE· Monument
About The Lit & Phil
The Lit & Phil, or the Literary and Philosophical Society, is one of the oldest surviving subscription libraries in the UK, founded in 1825. It serves as a cultural hub in Newcastle upon Tyne, offering a vast collection of books, a reading room, and hosting various events and lectures.
Upcoming Artists & Performers
18 Upcoming Events
Theatre Royal | Russian History Lecture
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£6.13
Lunchtime Jazz | DANNY LOWNDES’ HOT CLUB
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£9.38
Pierre Mignard’s portrait of the Marquise de Seignelay | Lecture
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£7.21
Val McDermid and Jo Sharp | Book Event
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£11.55 - £13.70
Eveningtime Jazz | LEWIS WATSON: A JOHN COLTRANE CENTENARY CONCERT
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£13.70
FREELocal Voices | Poetry Readings
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North East Miners' Memorials | By Ken Smith
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£6.13
FREELo! An Amazon! | Book Launch
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Anthony Powell | Lecture
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£3.00
Lunchtime Jazz | Sara Oschlag with the ARNIE Somogyi Trio
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£9.38
Lunchtime Jazz | Zoë Gilby & Andy Champion
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£9.38
FREEReading of New Work by New Writers at Lit & Phil Library
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Bright Sparks: University of Sunderland Research Talks: connecting research
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Free - £6.13
FREECentral Bard Anthology | Poetry Launch
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GHOSTnortheast Fundraiser
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£27.80
HA Lecture | Fighting for Hitler, Murdering for Hitler
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Free - £6.13
HA Lecture | A Peaceable Kingdom? Militarism in Britain between the Wars
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Free - £6.13
HA Lecture | ‘Once Liquid with Pulped Men’s Bodies’:
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Free - £6.13
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are coming up at The Lit & Phil?
The Lit & Phil in Newcastle upon Tyne currently has 18 upcoming events listed on EventsList.co.uk, including talks, literary, music. Browse the full listings above for dates, times and booking links.
Where is The Lit & Phil located?
The Lit & Phil is located at 23 Westgate Road, Newcastle, NE1 1SE in the Monument area of Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Use the interactive map above and the Get Directions link to find it easily.
How do I book tickets for events at The Lit & Phil?
Click on any event listing to see full details and the "Book Tickets" button, which links directly to the official ticket seller. Many events at The Lit & Phil also offer free entry — check individual listings for pricing.
Which artists and performers appear at The Lit & Phil?
The Lit & Phil hosts a range of talks acts. Recent and upcoming performers include Danny Lowndes Hot Club, Zoë Gilby & Andy Champion. Check the listings above for the full schedule.