Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court
Shares a building with Newcastle upon Tyne County Court
General Info
- NameNewcastle upon Tyne
- TypeCrown
- TierFirst
- RegionNorth East
- Opening Times8.30am to 5pm
Contact Info
- AddressTHE LAW COURTS, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3LA, UK
- Telephone Open Times9am to 5pm
- Phone0191 201 2000
- Fax0870 324 0093
- DXDX 65127 Newcastle upon Tyne 2
- Enquiries Email[email protected]
- Listing Email[email protected]
Facilities & Accessibility
- Disabled AccessDisabled access and toilet facilities are available.
- Hearing LoopThe building has hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement. Please contact the Court office by telephone or email if necessary.
- Interview RoomsInterview rooms are available on site.
- Video FacilitiesCourt/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement)
- RefreshmentsA cafeteria is operational on premises. It is open Monday to Friday (except Public and Bank Holidays) from 8:30am to 2:30pm.
Going to Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court
When to arrive
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing time to clear security and find your courtroom. The building is open 8.30am to 5pm. Check the daily court lists on arrival to confirm your courtroom number.
What to bring
Bring photo ID, any paperwork or letters about your case, and the name of your solicitor or barrister if you have one. Dress smartly. Phones must usually be switched off in the courtroom.
Do you need a lawyer?
For Crown Court matters most people are represented by a solicitor or barrister. You may be eligible for legal aid. See the legal help below or speak to a solicitor as early as possible.
Getting there
THE LAW COURTS, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3LA, UK. Use the directions link above for travel and parking. Accessibility: Disabled access and toilet facilities are available..
General guidance only — not legal advice. Always check official instructions on your court letter and at GOV.UK.
Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court listings today & tomorrow
Daily hearing lists for Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court by courtroom, time and case reference, updated from official HM Courts & Tribunals Service sources through the sitting day.
Lists change at short notice. Always confirm your courtroom and time from the daily list on arrival. Free email alerts are available on the listings page. How busy is this court?
Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court: common questions
What time does Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court open?
Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court is open 8.30am to 5pm. Counter: 8:30am to 5pm Monday to Friday. The telephone enquiry line is open 9am to 5pm. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing time to get through security and find your courtroom.
How do I find out which courtroom my case is in at Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court?
Check the daily court list. It is published by HM Courts & Tribunals Service the working day before and shows each case by courtroom, time and case reference. On the day, the same list is displayed on screens inside the building and ushers can direct you. Cases are sometimes moved between courtrooms at short notice, so check again when you arrive.
See today's listings for Newcastle upon Tyne Crown CourtWhat is the phone number for Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court?
The enquiries number for Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court is 0191 201 2000. You can also email [email protected]. Questions about listings and hearing dates go to the listing office at [email protected]. For anything about your own case, contact your solicitor first.
Where is Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court?
Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court is at THE LAW COURTS, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3LA, UK. Document exchange: DX 65127 Newcastle upon Tyne 2.
Get directionsIs Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court accessible?
Disabled access and toilet facilities are available.. Hearing loop: The building has hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement. Please contact the Court office by telephone or email if necessary.. If you need an adjustment for your hearing, tell the court in advance using the contact details above.
Can I take my phone into Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court?
Yes. Phones go through the security scanner on the way in and must be switched off or silent inside the courtroom. Recording, photographing or filming anything inside a court building is a criminal offence. Some courts ask you to hand phones in at the public gallery door for certain trials.
What should I bring to a hearing at Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court?
Photo ID, any letter or paperwork about your case, and the name of your solicitor or barrister if you have one. Dress smartly. Allow time for security: bags are searched and sharp objects, glass and aerosols are not allowed in.
Do I need a solicitor for a Crown Court hearing?
Almost everyone appearing in the Crown Court is represented. Legal aid is usually available for Crown Court cases, although you may be asked to contribute. If you have a hearing listed and no representation, contact a criminal defence firm as early as possible.
Criminal defence solicitors near Newcastle upon TyneCan members of the public watch a hearing at Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court?
Yes. Almost all Crown Court hearings are open to the public and there is a public gallery in each courtroom. You do not need to book. Some hearings are closed or have reporting restrictions, and the usher will tell you if you cannot enter.