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SUMMARY:Marshall Gilmour Webbs
DESCRIPTION:Marshall Gilmour Webbs are a group formed of Louise Marshall (celebrated vocalist from the Jools Holland band) Romany Gilmour (of number one single ‘Between Two Points’) and Hattie & Charley Webb (known for their work with Leonard Cohen and Tom Petty).  \nThey developed a close bond on David Gilmour’s 2024 Luck and Strange tour. Performing a series of shows in July they took Piano Smithfield by storm\, selling out and releasing extra dates.  \nSubsequently they have worked with RGB sessions to release both cover and original music online. \nWith swelling vocals\, ethereal harmonies and eclectic instrumentation\, they have performed the music of The Roches\, Dolly Parton\, Billy Joel\, Minnie Riperton and more\, along with their own original songs written collaboratively from Louise’s living room. \n“A new vocal group steps into the spotlight with harmony\, soul\, and heart.” Wine Travel & Song \n“A fresh sound and strong female presence in contemporary music.”\nRouteNote     \n£15 – unreserved seating.
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/marshall-gilmour-webbs/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:NEIMME Lecture: Project Groundwater Northumbria [Free Ticket]
DESCRIPTION:Project Groundwater Northumbria (PGN) has sparked questions about mining legacy\, ownership and how we share responsibility.\nPGN has been more than a technical exercise. It has sparked questions about mining legacy\, ownership and how we share responsibility. This talk will tell the story of PGN through the lens of partnership working\, highlighting lessons learned and how they can shape future decision-making. \nRhiannon Marchi-Smith is a hydrogeologist with expertise in mining\, mine water management\, and groundwater flooding. Her career spans both public sector and consultancy in the UK and internationally\, with hands-on experience delivering complex mine water projects from concept through to delivery. She founded RMS Groundwater Strategies to help organisations understand and manage groundwater risks\, improve cross-sector collaboration\, and embed geoscience into decision-making. In her role as Lead Hydrogeologist for PGN\, she supports Gateshead Council on groundwater flooding and mining legacy\, translating technical insight into practical strategies for communities and decision makers. \n17:30-18:00 – Tea and Coffee\n18:00-18:50 – In-person only Lecture Starts\n18:50 to 19:00 – Q & A \nNEIMME is the Royal Chartered membership organisation for Engineering\, Science and Technology in the North. \nFor more information about our events and the benefits of NEIMME membership see: https://mininginstitute.org.uk/membership\nFor information on IOM3 membership see: https://www.iom3.org/
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/neimme-lecture-project-groundwater-northumbria-free-ticket/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Distilled Consultant Whisky Quiz Night
DESCRIPTION:In person whisky tasting event. \nAn evening of tasting\, and (hopefully) WINNING whisky! Join our own Lee “Connas” Connor for a seven dram tasting and accompanying Whisky Quiz. Test your whisky knowledge\, and be in with a chance of winning a whole host of spot prizes. Lucky individuals will get the opportunity to delve into my special bag of 20+ minis\, containing (among other things) Tomatin 18\, Lakes Whisky Maker Reserve No6\, SMWS 71.60\, Tobermorey Hebridean Series 25yr\, Glenfarclas 21yr 95 proof Whisky Exchange Exclusive…. and many many more…. \nWith the grand winner taking home a bottle of Glen Scotia Campbeltown Festival bottling from 2025\, donated by the excellent Gary Mills! \nDrams for tasting will be…. \nDaftmill 15 Bottled 2022\nArbikie Highland Rye 2015
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/distilled-consultant-whisky-quiz-night/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Purple WiFi - Open to Secure...
DESCRIPTION:…WiFi Risk & Compliance. \nGet your FREE TICKET and join us for all you need to know about providing WiFi safely and securely! \nWhether you run a single café or a national enterprise\, providing WiFi comes with legal and security responsibilities. \nJoin us in person for an engaging event all about transforming your WiFi from open to secure! We’ll dive into the latest risks and compliance challenges\, sharing tips and tricks to keep your network safe. And follow this up with a free drink in the bar. \nIt’s the perfect opportunity to learn\, network\, and get hands-on advice. Don’t miss out on making your WiFi safer and smarter!
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/purple-wifi-open-to-secure/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Steve Knightley: Sanctuary - songs from sacred spaces
DESCRIPTION:Steve Knightley\, the multi-award-winning singer and principal songwriter of the acclaimed acoustic roots duo Show of Hands\, is renowned for his powerful\, historically accurate\, and socially conscious songs that capture the essence of English life and history. Praised as the “gravel-voiced spokesman of the rural poor\,” he has crafted enduring anthems like the BBC Radio 2 Folk Award-winning “Arrogance\, Ignorance and Greed” and the widely celebrated “Country Life” and “Cousin Jack.” \nA formidable solo performer\, Knightley delivers evenings of captivating storytelling and musical mastery. Expect a set list woven with crowd favourites\, deep cuts from his extensive catalogue\, and material from his solo album The Winter Yards. This is a unique opportunity to experience one of the UK’s most respected and enduring folk musicians live. \nSpecial guest performance by Daniel Salvatore – hand-pan soundscapes and meditative ambience.
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/steve-knightley-sanctuary-songs-from-sacred-spaces/
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SUMMARY:Coalfields of Song and Verse (Book Launch & Performance)
DESCRIPTION:NO TICKET REQUIRED \nJohnny Handle will be joined by Benny Graham\, Jim Mageean\, Ingrid and Barrie Temple who will perform a selection of songs and poems from the book Coalfields of\nSong and Verse – a collection of coal mining songs and poems. \nThe book is history of the coal mining industry in the North East of England told by the voices of the workers and their families. \nThe selection was made by Johnny Handle who worked for thirteen years in Northumberland pits. A prominent local folk singer he discovered many of these fascinating verses in libraries\, museums\, or in the performances by those with connections to the many villages dependent on mining. \nA people’s chronicle of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries recording the tumult and energy of a past industrial age. \nDoors open at 1pm.
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/coalfields-of-song-and-verse-book-launch-performance/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:NEIMME Lecture: Future Fusion Power [Free Ticket]
DESCRIPTION:Come and find out more about the latest development in engineering and materials supporting future fusion power technologies. \nRyan Ramsey is a seasoned leader in the business world and military\, Ryan translates leadership experience and knowledge from corporate sectors such as energy\, electricity transmission\, renewables and nuclear translating strategy into tactical employment. Among a variety of leadership roles\, he has led as Head of Electricity Construction (VP) for National Grid\, leading a team of 250 National Grid employees and 4000 contractors delivering 148 major infrastructure projects around the UK. He also led as an Offshore Installation Manager on Shell’s flagship oil and gas ‘rig’ in the North Sea – Shearwater\, achieving cultural change and leading profitably during the slump in oil prices. \nHis bedrock has been a career in the Royal Navy Submarine Service. His leadership and teamwork have been tested during an operationally focused career operating as far afield as under the Arctic Ice Cap to the Indian Ocean. He has also worked for the Royal Netherlands Navy\, US Navy and Counter Terrorism forces. His notable military assignments were Captain of the nuclear-powered submarine HMS Turbulent and Commander of the world-renowned Submarine Command Course ‘Perisher’. He was responsible for teaching submarine captains to deal with the challenges of leadership\, risk-taking and decision-making in the 21st Century. He has two Masters degrees and is part of the Windsor Leadership Programme Alumni. He is a published author. \n17:30-18:00 – Tea and Coffee\n18:00-18:50 – In-person only Lecture Starts\n18:50 to 19:00 – Q & A
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/neimme-lecture-future-fusion-power-free-ticket/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:APOCALYPTICON UK 2026
DESCRIPTION:APOCALYPTICON UK returns in 2026! March 28/29th. Hosted by Animosity. \nIt’s a huge 40K Apocalypse weekend\, in which we invite players to bring out the big guns (or lots of little ones 🤷‍♂️) for some narrative wargaming insanity! \nSaturday 28th: Arrival 8am-9am. Play starts 9am. Ends 9pm.\nSunday 29th: Arrival 8am-9am. Play starts 9am. Ends 6pm. \nTo find out more\, or sign up\, head over to our Facebook Page or email apocalypticonbooking@gmail.com
URL:https://thecommonroom.org.uk/event/apocalypticon-uk-2026/
LOCATION:The Common Room\, Westgate Road\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE1 1SE\, United Kingdom
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