Newcastle Moot Hall — self-representation guide
Essentials
A calm, practical guide to representing yourself at Newcastle Moot Hall. Written in plain English, covering the building, the case types it hears, and the realities of the day. Nothing here replaces tailored legal advice for your own situation.
REVIEWED BY: Sean McNamara on 2026-09-01
The essentials first
- Official name: Newcastle Moot Hall
- Address: The Moot Hall CastleGarth Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE1 1RQ
- Telephone: - 0191 201 2031 - 0300 332 1000
- Email (@justice.gov.uk): - listing.newcastle.crowncourt@justice.gov.uk
- Verified at source: 2026-09-01 — official HMCTS record
What this court handles
HMCTS lists the following areas of law for this location:
- (check with the court)
This list is general — check with the court or a family-law adviser if unsure about venue.
The C100 / FHDRA reality for a litigant in person
If you apply about a child without a lawyer you will most likely begin with a C100 application; your first hearing will probably be a First Hearing Dispute Resolution Appointment (FHDRA).
- The FHDRA is largely administrative: identify the dispute, check safeguarding, and explore agreement. It is not a final trial.
- Bring photo ID, your case papers, and a notebook. Arrive early for airport-style security.
- If you have a disability and need help attending, contact the court in advance.
Beware of scammers: HMCTS warns of scammers mimicking genuine court numbers. Never pay anyone who demands money by phone or email — report to Action Fraud.
This page is independent, general information — not legal advice. We are not solicitors, we do not act for any party, and we take no referral fees from anyone listed here.
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