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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

  • Annie Ernaux, voyage à travers cinq décennies de la société française - A talk by Maryse Wright
    Annie Ernaux, voyage à travers cinq décennies de la société française - A talk by Maryse Wright
    Membership Offer
    Wed 19 Nov
    Online Talk
    19 Nov 2025, 19:00 – 20:30
    Online Talk
    A Journey Through Modern France with Annie Ernaux by Maryse Wright Starting with the life and work of Annie Ernaux, winner of the 2022 Nobel Prize in Literature, we’ll take a fascinating journey through the social, political, and cultural history of France 
  • French Reading Club - Livre de décembre: Un taxi mauve de Michel Déon
    French Reading Club - Livre de décembre: Un taxi mauve de Michel Déon
    Multiple Dates
    Sat 06 Dec
    Real Language Experience, Room 36
    06 Dec 2025, 10:00 – 12:00
    Real Language Experience, Room 36 , Regent Farm Rd, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 3PF, UK
    Michel Déon nous entraîne dans une histoire où chaque personnage est une énigme dans un pays énigmatique. Le voile qui entoure les histoires de chacun se lève pour aussitôt retomber et nous envoûter un peu plus. Laissez-vous enchanter par le décor irlandais, beau et mystérieux .
  • Les métiers qui n'existent plus - Talk by Danielle John
    Les métiers qui n'existent plus - Talk by Danielle John
    Membership Offer
    Thu 11 Dec
    Online Talk
    11 Dec 2025, 19:00 – 20:30
    Online Talk
    Discover the forgotten trades that once shaped our daily lives. A nostalgic and inspiring look at the evolution of work and society.
  • L'immigration russe en France vers 1917 – Talk by Annie Kean
    L'immigration russe en France vers 1917 – Talk by Annie Kean
    Membership Offer
    Thu 22 Jan
    Online Talk
    22 Jan 2026, 19:00 – 20:30
    Online Talk
    This talk explores the wave of Russian immigration to France following the 1917 October Revolution, which forced nearly a million people to flee their country.
  • 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.

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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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