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SUMMARY:Celebrating Tyneside's Railway Heritage: a book launch
DESCRIPTION:Join local author Les Turnbull for the launch of his latest publication “Celebrating Tyneside’s Railway Heritage”. \nThis booklet takes you on a walk around Central Station discovering the hidden heritage of early railways beneath your feet.  Combined with Les’s research and memories\, this makes a fascinating journey for both the railway enthusiast and people coming to the history of the railways for the first time. \nSeptember 2025 is being celebrated as the 200th anniversary of the modern railway thanks to the Stockton and Darlington line\, but come and hear about the earlier systems on Tyneside and how they led to the creation of the modern railway. \nThe booklet will be available to buy for £6 – why not follow up the event with a walk around the route?
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/railway_heritage/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Edgar Summertyme Jones + Support
DESCRIPTION:Wandering Oak presents… \nLiverpool legend Edgar Jones made his mark in the early ‘90s fronting cult ‘60s revivalists The Stairs\, before becoming a sought-after collaborator for the likes of Paul Weller\, St Etienne\, and more. As a solo artist\, Edgar has dipped into everything from reverb-soaked garage rock and swaggering blues to psychedelic soul and swinging jazz\, always delivered with effortless style and unmistakable vocals. \nWhether leading bands like Free Peace or releasing music under his Summertyme moniker\, Edgar has built a devoted following for his genre-hopping songwriting and vintage sound that feels both timeless and fresh. From underground classics like Mexican R’n’B to acclaimed solo albums and rarities\, he remains one of the UK’s best-kept musical treasures. \nThis is a must-see show for fans of The Stairs\, Captain Beefheart\, The La’s\, The Coral\, and anyone who loves retro grooves and sharp songwriting. Catch this true cult hero live in the unique setting of The Common Room\, with support from local singer-songwriter John Nellist.
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/edgar-summertyme-jones-support/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The Evolution of Mining: Securing a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:This one-day conference brings together professionals from the mining\, water\, and environmental sectors to explore how mining must adapt to support a greener\, more sustainable future. \nThe programme will cover topics ranging from managing water in abandoned mines to recovering valuable materials from waste streams — all with a strong focus on sustainability and climate goals. \nWe are delighted to welcome Hugh Potter from the Environment Agency as our keynote speaker\, sharing insights from his work on historic metal mine sites and their impact on the environment. \nWith contributions from leading voices in geology\, hydrogeology\, and engineering\, this event promises to be a vital platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration across industries. \nJoin us in person at The Common Room or Burlington House in London\, or connect online to be part of this important conversation.
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/the-evolution-of-mining-securing-a-sustainable-future/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:NEIMME: William Thomas and a New Appraisal of the S&D Railway - book launch
DESCRIPTION:An event from the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers:\nWilliam Thomas\, a founder member of the Lit and Phil and the Society of Antiquaries\, has largely been erased from the historical record despite his importance as a revolutionary thinker who has more claim to be the father of the modern railway than George Stephenson and Edward Pease combined. He was a very active member of both societies and one of his lectures is particularly apposite this year for it brings into question the importance of the Stockton and Darlington Railway and the narrative of railway history established by the North Eastern Railway at the Jubilee celebrations of 1875. At a lecture on 11th February 1800\, William Thomas provided the blueprint for a revolutionary railway system\, an inter-city\, multi-purpose railway\, which carried passengers. This would form the model for the railway revolution later in the nineteenth century. This system was very different from the numerous colliery railways such as the Stockton and Darlington. \nThe book comprises four essays all linked through the person of William Thomas: \n\nElizabeth Montagu – ‘Countess of the Coalpits’\nWilliam Thomas and his World\nGeorge Stephenson’s Stockton and Darlington Railway\nJames Stephen Jeans’ Masterpiece of Propaganda\n\nThe perverse narrative of railway history established by Henry Pease in 1875 continues to distort the historical record: hence the idea of Railway 200 which is taking place today. This book aims to provide a new narrative which seeks to give more weight to the era of the waggonways and the ideas of William Thomas. It argues that the opening of the S&D in 1825 had no international significance: it was simply another colliery railway serving five small landsale collieries in the Auckland area. The important railways served the great seasale collieries of Tyneside and Wearside. \nCopies will be available for sale of this new hardback publication\, price £20 (cash or card accepted) at the launch and there will be a signing session afterwards.
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/neimme-william-thomas/
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SUMMARY:James Yorkston & Nina Persson
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a remarkable evening as acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter James Yorkston brings his deeply moving folk to Newcastle\, joined by Nina Persson of The Cardigans for a special duo performance at The Common Room. \nThis show coincides with the release of Yorkston’s highly anticipated new album\, Songs for Nina & Johanna\, which highlights his collaborations with Nina Persson and Johanna Söderberg of First Aid Kit—both of whom lend their voices to this intimate\, emotionally rich collection. \nExpect heartfelt storytelling\, gentle melodies\, and a night woven with reflection and warmth—live\, acoustically charged\, and beautifully crafted. \nThis is a truly special evening not to be missed: a rare chance to see James Yorkston and Nina Persson perform together in an intimate duo format\, showcasing their lyrical interplay and unmistakable chemistry. The performance will feature songs from Yorkston’s brand-new album Songs for Nina & Johanna\, offering audiences the opportunity to experience this deeply moving collection live for the first time. All set within the historic surroundings of The Common Room\, the evening promises to be a uniquely immersive and unforgettable musical experience.
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/james-yorkston-nina-persson/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Newcastle trams & the Tramways Committee before 1914
DESCRIPTION:Free talk… \nIn June 1913\, members of Newcastle City Council met to celebrate the opening of the extension of the tram network across Benton Bank and into Heaton. Their meeting was filmed by local film-makers Henderson’s. \nThis talk will draw on evidence from this film\, as well as from records held in The Tyne and Wear Archives Service and The Common Room\, to tell the story of the city’s tramways before 1914\, and the city councillors who were responsible for them. \nLawrence Napper is a senior lecturer in Film Studies at Kings College. Film excepts will be accompanied by Radio 4’s Neil Brand. \nThis event is part of The Common Room’s Heritage Open Days offer – why not check out the other fantastic free events available across the city at https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/trams/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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