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Dean Of Newcastle
The Dean of Newcastle is the head (''primus inter pares'' – first among equals) and chair of the chapter of canons, the ruling body of Newcastle Cathedral. The dean and chapter are based at the ''Cathedral Church of Saint Nicholas, Newcastle upon Tyne''. Before 2000 the post was designated as a provost, which was then the equivalent of a dean at most English cathedrals. The cathedral is the mother church of the Diocese of Newcastle and seat of the Bishop of Newcastle. List of deans Provosts *1931–1938 John Bateman-Champain *1938–1947 George Brigstocke *1947–1962 Noel Kennaby *1962–1976 Clifton Wolters *1976–1989 Christopher Spafford *1990–''August 2001'' Nicholas Coulton ''(became Dean)'' Deans *''August 2001''–2003 Nicholas Coulton *2003–2018 Chris Dalliston Christopher Charles Dalliston (born 2 April 1956) is a British Anglican priest, current dean of Peterborough and former dean of Newcastle. Early life and education Dalliston was born on 2 Apri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England
Newcastle upon Tyne ( RP: , ), or simply Newcastle, is a city and metropolitan borough in Tyne and Wear, England. The city is located on the River Tyne's northern bank and forms the largest part of the Tyneside built-up area. Newcastle is also the most populous city of North East England. Newcastle developed around a Roman settlement called Pons Aelius and the settlement later took the name of a castle built in 1080 by William the Conqueror's eldest son, Robert Curthose. Historically, the city’s economy was dependent on its port and in particular, its status as one of the world's largest ship building and repair centres. Today, the city's economy is diverse with major economic output in science, finance, retail, education, tourism, and nightlife. Newcastle is one of the UK Core Cities, as well as part of the Eurocities network. Famous landmarks in Newcastle include the Tyne Bridge; the Swing Bridge; Newcastle Castle; St Thomas’ Church; Grainger Town includi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
