Friends of St George’s News
This news page will be where we’ll keep you all informed on upcoming activities or important notifications about what’s happening with the Friends’. We’ll also discuss the important things that arise out of our events and what we talk about over a coffee or tea.
We’ll be updating our blog regularly so keep coming back for all the news related to The Friends’ of St. Georges.
The St George’s Quiz rides again
Saturday 27th May was the second return, after Covid, of the much-enjoyed St George’s Quiz Night
Helping the children of Newcastle
40% of children in newcastle live in poverty.
Will you help us to help them?
St George’s Community Survey
All information/opinions gathered from the survey will be anonymous and will be used only for the purpose of this survey.
Supporting Repairs for the Tower
The Friends of St George’s have just given £20,000 to assist with the urgent repairs to St George’s iconic tower
Jesmond Festival
The Friends of St George’s have decorated a library window to show St George’s support for the Jesmond Festival
Support Us
Since establishing in 2008 the Friends has raised money towards two major projects:
- the restoration of St. George’s West Window
- Installation of new lighting in St George’s and cleaning of the interior
The Friends have contributed over £35,000 towards the costs to complete these projects but we need your help to continue the work we do supporting our Grade 1 listed church. Any donations are welecomed and appreciated
Meet our Trustees
Michael de la Hunt
I am a retired hospital healthcare worker and have lived in Jesmond for the last 35 years.
As a Friend of St George’s, I am committed to preserve and enhance these beautiful historic buildings, the Green and the valuable facilities they provide for the whole community