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WELCOME

Alliance Française de Newcastle has been hosting events since 1941. We are a lively group dedicated to enjoying French and Francophone languages. We meet regularly and you can choose either in-person or online.

Alliance Française in the World

The Alliance Française was founded in Paris in 1883. It is an internationally known, non-profit making organisation, with its headquarters in the French capital. Its worldwide governing body is the Fondation Alliance Française.

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Education

Offers French language courses to people across the globe.

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Awareness

Raises awareness of French and Francophone cultures

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Culture

Promotes cultural diversity

Upcoming Events

  • French Reading Club
    French Reading Club
    Multiple Dates
    Sat 07 Feb
    Real Language Experience, Room 36
    07 Feb 2026, 10:00 – 12:00
    Real Language Experience, Room 36 , Regent Farm Rd, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 3PF, UK
  • La renaissance de Lille – Talk by Brigitte Thibaut
    La renaissance de Lille – Talk by Brigitte Thibaut
    Membership Offer
    Thu 19 Feb
    Online Talk
    19 Feb 2026, 19:00 – 20:30
    Online Talk
    Once nearly lost to demolition, Vieux-Lille rose from decay to become the soul of a city. Discover how forgotten Flemish façades and crumbling mansions gave rise to one of France’s most vibrant historic quarters — where art, history, and urban life now collide.
  • Vizille, un château et une révolution - a talk by Thierry Viennois
    Vizille, un château et une révolution - a talk by Thierry Viennois
    Membership Offer
    Thu 19 Mar
    Online Talk
    19 Mar 2026, 19:00 – 20:30
    Online Talk
    Once home to dukes and presidents, the Château de Vizille became a symbol of the French Revolution in a single day. Today, its halls and gardens invite you to walk through centuries of history.
  • Emile Zola et Paul Cézanne : une amitié singulière - a talk by Catherine Greensmith
    Emile Zola et Paul Cézanne : une amitié singulière - a talk by Catherine Greensmith
    Membership Offer
    Thu 02 Apr
    Newcastle upon Tyne
    02 Apr 2026, 19:00 – 20:30
    Newcastle upon Tyne, 23 Westgate Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1SE, UK
    Two childhood friends from very different worlds, united by art and a turbulent bond. This talk explores their story, with key works shown in a PowerPoint presentation.
  • Fête du 1er Mai
    Fête du 1er Mai
    Membership Offer
    Fri 01 May
    Jesmond Community Orchard
    01 May 2026, 12:00 – 14:00
    Jesmond Community Orchard, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 3BU, UK
    Join the Alliance Française in the beautiful setting offered by Jesmond Community Orchard to share readings, stories, poems, and music.
  • Assemblée Générale
    Assemblée Générale
    Membership Offer
    Thu 04 Jun
    Online meeting
    04 Jun 2026, 19:00 – 21:00
    Online meeting
    Assemblée Générale – All Members Welcome! Join us for our annual Assemblée Générale — a chance to reflect on what we’ve accomplished together and help shape the future of the Alliance Française. Your voice matters!

Hello, it's us!

This association is ran by volunteers to offer you a French experience in Newcastle! 

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We are always happy to take on board your recommendations! If you would like to support us, join us or suggest activities, don't hesitate to contact us to get more information!

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