Leazes Park Synagogue
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom · built 1880
The Leazes Park Synagogue is a former Orthodox Jewish congregation and synagogue, located at 12 Leazes Park Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, England, in the United Kingdom. The congregation was formed in 1880 and worshiped in the Ashkenazi rite until the congregation was dissolved in 1978. The former synagogue building was completed in 1880, designed by Scottish architect John Johnstone in the North Italian style, and featured an elaborate two-storey sandstone façade. The building was listed as a Grade II building in 1987. Since its use as a synagogue, the building has been variously used as a shopping arcade and as student accommodation.
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