At The Cluny in Newcastle upon Tyne: The March Violets - Unnatural History Tour Pt2
Sunday, 1 November 2026 at The Cluny, Newcastle upon Tyne
About this event
The March Violets - Unnatural History Tour Pt2 takes place on Sunday, 1 November 2026 at The Cluny, Newcastle upon Tyne.
Playing The Natural History in full plus other classics and new material
The original 1984 album, reissued for the first time since the 1980's – in violet vinyl. Comes with a “US Zillion $ Bill”; a 24-inch x 12-inch poster with lyrics on the rear – as did limited quantities of the original. Features Snake Dance, Religious as Hell, Crow Baby and two John Peel session tracks. The reformed band have toured the UK, Europe & USA. 16 UK gigs & festivals are scheduled for summer/Autumn 2026.
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THE MARCH VIOLETS came out of Leeds in the early 80’s, label-mates of Sisters of Mercy. Releasing six singles, they were a constant presence in the UK indie charts, hitting the top two with both Snake Dance and Deep, and no. 1 with Walk into The Sun. They didn’t get around to recording a full album – their only 1980's LPs, 'Natural History' in the UK and 'Electric Shades' in the USA, were compilations.
They were invited to record six BBC Sessions, three of them for John Peel (all available as a double-LP). Eventually they signed to a major label and were groomed for a USA breakthrough, performing in the 1987 Some Kind of Wonderful movie. However, they didn’t enjoy the compromises needed and split up.
Reformed in recent years, a new album Crocodile Promises was issued in 2024 and more recordings are under way.
Track-list: Religious As Hell, Children on Stun, Fodder, Steam, Grooving in Green, Radiant Boys, Strangehead*, Undertow*, Crow Baby, One Two I Love You, Snake Dance – extended. *Peel sessions (11 tracks)
Event details
- Date
- Sunday, 1 November 2026
- Time
- 19:00 – 22:30 local time
- Venue
- The Cluny
- Address
- 36 Lime Street, NE1 2PQ, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Other Events
Venue & getting there
36 Lime Street, NE1 2PQ, Newcastle upon Tyne
How to get to The Cluny
- Byker railway stationTrain510 m
6 min walk - ManorsTrain830 m
10 min walk - Heaton railway stationTrain880 m
11 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 130 m away.
Hotels near The Cluny
- The Glassworks200 mCheck prices
- Week2Week Serviced Apartments340 mCheck prices
- Hotel du Vin350 mCheck prices
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Your visit to The Cluny
- Date
- Sunday, 1 November 2026
- Starts
- 19:00
- Getting there
- Byker railway station (train), 510 m – about 6 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 130 m away
- Staying nearby
- 10 hotels within walking distance; the closest is The Glassworks (200 m)
Good to know
When is “The March Violets - Unnatural History Tour Pt2”?
The March Violets - Unnatural History Tour Pt2 takes place on Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 19:00 local time.
Where is “The March Violets - Unnatural History Tour Pt2” held?
Venue: The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, NE1 2PQ, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
How much are tickets for “The March Violets - Unnatural History Tour Pt2”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Where can I buy tickets for “The March Violets - Unnatural History Tour Pt2”?
Tickets are sold through the official listing linked on this page, where you can check availability and the final price.
How do I get to The Cluny by public transport?
The closest stop is Byker railway station (train), 510 m from The Cluny – roughly 6 minutes on foot.
Can I park near The Cluny?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 130 m away.
