What's On in Newcastle, Gateshead & Northumberland

SCRAN!

Venue: South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Address: Ocean Road, NE33 2JA

Website: www.southshieldsmuseum.org.uk

An exhibition which charts the history of Food & Drink in South Tyneside, from traditional home-cooked grub of yesteryear, to the origins of some of the Borough’s most iconic eateries, including Colmans...

MEET AND MAKE

Time: Sundays 2-4pm

Venue: Baltic

Address: Gateshead Quays, NE8 3BA

Website: www.balticmill.com

Take part in free artist-led workshops perfect for families with children aged 5-12.

TODDLER TIME

Time: Wednesdays 10am-6pm

Venue: Baltic

Address: Gateshead Quays, NE8 3BA

Website: www.balticmill.com

Toddler time explores the themes of colour, sound and touch, and is designed to support your toddler to play, make, think and do. Have fun and investigate new ways to play in these changing drop-in activities....

UNDER 5'S PLAY HIVE

Time: 10am-6pm

Venue: Baltic

Address: Gateshead Quays, NE8 3BA

Website: www.balticmill.com

Drop in every Wednesday to Sunday to this area where under 5s celebrates Baltic's journey from a flour mill to our present day as an art gallery. Through play, we invite you to explore our past, present...

WONDER & WANDER TOUR

Time: Wednesdays 10.30am

Venue: Baltic

Address: Gateshead Quays, NE8 3BA

Website: www.balticmill.com

Soak up some art with the barins and join a member of our Learning Team (alongside Kitty the Kittiwake) for a Wonder and Wander tour where you and your little one can discover our current exhibitions through...

ARBEIA ROMAN FORT

Venue: Arbeia Roman Fort

Address: Baring Street, South Shields, NE33 2BB

Website: www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk

Arbeia Roman Fort once guarded the entrance to the River Tyne & was a key garrison & military supply base to other forts along Hadrians Wall. Step into the fort & immerse yourself in the world of the Romans...

FLORA : PLANTS IN ROMAN LIFE

Venue: Arbeia Roman Fort

Address: Baring Street, South Shields, NE33 2BB

Website: www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk

An exhibition exploring how the Romans used plants & flowers in everyday life.

ALNWICK CASTLE OPENS FOR 2024.

Venue: Alnwick Castle

Address: Alnwick, NR66 1NQ

Website: www.alnwickcastle.com

There are many exciting things to do at Alnwick Castle every day. Take a guided tour & learn about the history of Alnwick Castle or its use as a filming location, have a go at archery & test your abilities...

SPACE INVESTIGATORS NORTH EAST

Venue: Great North Museum

Address: Barras Bridge, NE2 4PT

Website: www.greatnorthmuseum.org.uk

This immersive exhibition takes you on a multi-sensory journey into the hidden worlds of the Universe. There's so much to learn about how advances in technology are constantly unveiling new areas of the...

NEWCASTLE CASTLE

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Castle Garth

Address: NE1 1RQ

Website: www.newcastlecastle.co.uk

The city's most historic building & attraction, Newcastle Castle & Keep is open 7 days a week 10am-5pm. Enjoy a day out exploring the landmarks & discovering more about the history of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne....

LOST LEGIONARIES TRAIL

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum

Address: Buddle Street, Wallsend NE28 6HR

Website: www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk

Eight Roman soldiers have gone missing on the fort site. Can you find them all? Pick up a trail leaflet from reception & explore the fort site to find all the missing soldiers. Included in admission Adults...

ROME TRANSFORMED

Venue: Great North Museum

Address: Barras Bridge, NE2 4PT

Website: www.greatnorthmuseum.org.uk

Immerse yourself in a series of epic 3D visualisations & embark on a time-travelling journey alongside experts at Newcastle University. Follow the journey as archaeologists delved deep into the Ancient...

COWGATE YOUNG THEATRE MAKERS

Time: Mondays 4-6pm

Venue: Cowgate Community Centre,

Address: NE5 3UT.

Website: www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk

An exciting new drama group for children & young people during term-time that uses drama, theatre-making, movement & creative writing to create & share stories. For ages 8 -14 years old. Delivered by Unfolding...

GRUFFALO PARTY TRAIL

Time: 9.30am-4.30pm

Venue: Kielder Castle

Address: NE48 1ER

Website: www.forestryengland.uk/kielder-castle/gruffalo-party-trail-kielder-forest

The Gruffalo is celebrating his 25th birthday & to celebrate, everyone is invited to take part in a brand-new forest adventure. This interactive family trail features all sorts of party-themed activities...

EAST END STORY MAKERS

Time: Wednesdays 4-4.50pm

Venue: Byker Primary School,

Address: NE6 2AT.

Website: www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk

A creative group for children and young people during term-time that uses drama, music, movement, creative writing & food to create & share stories. For children & young people aged 5 -14 and living in...

SUNDAY CONCERTS

Time: Every Sunday

Venue: Bents Park

Address: Sea Road, NE33 2LD

Website: www.southtynesidefestival.co.uk

Fabulous FREE Concerts every Sunday. No tickets required featuring Sigala (14th July), Jason Donavan (21st July), Sister Sledge (28th July) & Haircut 100 (4TH August)www.southtynesidefestival.co.uk

CEREAL DISCO

Time: 9.30-11am

Venue: Baltic

Address: Gateshead Quays, NE8 3BA

Website: www.baltic.art

Fancy starting your day with a cereal disco in the school holidays? Pop along to the Baltic for breakfast & a boogie in the Front Room available every morning Wednesday - Sunday for the School Summer Holidays...

CREATE YOUR OWN COAT OF ARMS

Time: 10am-4pm

Venue: Hexham Old Gaol

Address: Hallgate, NE46 3NH

Website: www.museumsnorthumberland.org.uk

Design your own shield to reflect your identity in a daily, drop in craft activity.

DECORATE A SALMON

Time: 10am-4pm

Venue: Berwick Museum & Art Gallery,

Address: The Barracks Parade, TD15 1DG 

Website: www.museumsnorthumberland.org.uk

Get creative & decorate your own salmon card in a daily, drop in craft activity. 

STEAM TO GREEN

Venue: Discovery Museum

Address: Blandford Square, NE1 4JA

Website: www.discoverymuseum.org.uk

Discovery Museum's new FREE exhibiton which tells the story of energy & the climate crisis in the North East by looking back to the industrial revolution, & forward to the pioneering contributions in green...

SUMMER OF FUN

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Life Science Centre

Address: Times Square, NE1 4EP

Website: www.life.org.uk

Feel the science, make the memories this summer at Life! Families can enjoy thrilling live shows, exciting experiments, interactive exhibits & hands-on making activities that you won’t find anywhere...

SUMMER OF PLAY

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Gibside NT

Address: NE16 6BG

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/gibside

Create, explore, move, wonder & make-believe at Gibside, all summer long. Take the whole family to Green Close Field for a day of adventure at the Play Labyrinth. Wander around a maze of grassy paths to...

HERITAGE TRAIN RIDES

Time: Sundays & Thursdays

Venue: Stephenson Railway Museum

Address: Middle Engine Lane, NE29 8DX

Website: www.stephensonrailwaymuseum.org.uk

Every Sunday & Thursday, take a four mile return trip (35-40 minutes) following the route of the coal trains from the collieries to the River Tyne behind a vintage locomotive in 1950s passenger carriages....

MARVELLOUS MONDAYS

Time: Mondays 11am-3pm

Venue: Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum

Address: Buddle Street, Wallsend NE28 6HR

Website: www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk

Family craft activities every Monday between 11am & 3pm. Event Included in admission. Free entry to young people aged 21 years & under & NE28 residents. 

SPARK CLUB

Time: Mondays 10am-3pm

Venue: Discovery Museum

Address: Blandford Square, NE1 4JA

Website: www.discoverymuseum.org.uk

Spark Club is an exciting way to engage budding scientists & engineers aged 8-12 years in stimulating days of experiments, making & exploring, all inspired by the new Steam to Green: A North East Energy...

SUMMER HOLIDAY CLUB

Time: (times vary)

Venue: Various locations across South Tyneside,

Address: NE32-34.

Website: www.southtyneside.gov.uk/holidayclub

Fun, free activities & meals for children receiving benefit related FSM in South Tyneside. Activities include sports, music, arts, crafts, outdoor & indoor challenges, treasure trails & wellbeing & healthy...

ART CAMPS

Time: 10am-3pm

Venue: Laing Art Gallery

Address: New Bridge Street, NE1 8AG

Website: www.laingartgallery.org.uk

Laing's popular three-day art academies for 7-10 year olds on Tues-Thurs every week. Over the course of 3 days work with a professional arts educator to experiment with a variety of materials to explore...

SOUTER SPORTS

Time: Tuesdays 10am-4pm

Venue: Souter Lighthouse & The Leas NT

Address: SR6 7NH

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/souter-lighthouse-and-the-leas

Have a go at outdoor games & mini-sports activities for all the family including challenging a family member to a round of archery, a game of tennis, a kickabout or a race to get everyone involved! Then...

SUMMER HOLIDAYS FAMILY ART CLASS

Time: Tuesdays 10.30am - 12 noon & 1-2.30pm

Venue: Shipley Art Gallery

Address: Prince Consort Road, NE8 4JB

Website: www.shipleyartgallery.org.uk

A taught art class for 7-12 year olds & their grown ups. At each session you'll be taught by professional artist Simon & will try different techniques such as watercolours, ceramics, mixed media, drawing,...

THE BALLAD OF BILLIE & THE TREE STUMP

Time: 11.30am

Venue: Alphabetti Theatre,

Address: NE1 4HP

Website: www.alphabettitheatre.co.uk

A musical adventure for under 7s and their grown-ups. Tickets £10 (£5 conc, £3 No questions).

TREMENDOUS TUESDAYS

Time: 11am-1pm & 1:30pm-3pm

Venue: South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Address: Ocean Road, NE33 2JA

Website: www.southshieldsmuseum.org.uk

Drop-in between 11am-1pm & 1.30pm-3pm every Tuesday during the school holidays for some free craft activities. Different topic every week.

CRAFTY ROMANS

Time: Wed 11am-12.30pm & 1-3pm

Venue: Arbeia Roman Fort

Address: Baring Street, South Shields, NE33 2BB

Website: www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk

Free family craft activities ever Wednesday from 11am-12.30pm & 1-3pm.

MAKE & TAKE

Time: Thursdays 11-3pm

Venue: Stephenson Railway Museum

Address: Middle Engine Lane, NE29 8DX

Website: www.stephensonrailwaymuseum.org.uk

Drop-in between 11-3pm for Free craft activities every Thursday during school holidays.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS FAMILY ART FESTIVAL

Time: Thursdays 10.30-11.45am & 1-2.15pm

Venue: Shipley Art Gallery

Address: Prince Consort Road, NE8 4JB

Website: www.shipleyartgallery.org.uk

This summer's Family Arts Festival is themed around the seaside to get you into the holiday spirit! Friendly artists will guide you in making something truly unique using a range of art materials. £3...

HAIL HADRIAN

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Chesters Roman Fort & Museum

Address: NE46 4EU

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/chestersromanfort

Take the whole family to experience life at the edge of the Roman Empire. Participate in one of the Romans' most famous sporting contests - Chariot Racing. Find out if you've got what it takes to become...

KNIGHTS' TOURNAMENT

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens

Address: NE20 0DX

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/belsay-hall-castle-and-gardens

Go back in time & get closer to the action as rival knights compete in the ultimate test of strength & skill. Four armoured knights & their squires will clash in four gruelling rounds, & you’ll be transported...

MEET THE TUNGARIANS

Time: Sat 11am-4pm, Sun 1-4pm

Venue: Arbeia Roman Fort

Address: Baring Street, South Shields, NE33 2BB

Website: www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk

This re-enactment group portrays the men & families of the Tungrian Auxiliaries of the early second century. Free activity, donations welcome.

MODEL RAILWAY WEEKEND

Time: 11am-4pm

Venue: Stephenson Railway Museum

Address: Middle Engine Lane, NE29 8DX

Website: www.stephensonrailwaymuseum.org.uk

See a variety of layouts from model railway groups across the area, focusing on North East railways plus view our very own model railway that recreates our line. 11am-4pm.

MUSIC IN SOUTH MARINE PARK

Time: Every Sat 2pm

Venue: South Marine Park

Address: South Shields NE33 2NL

Website: www.southtynesidefestival.co.uk

Every Saturday from 27 July to 7 September (except 24 August), sing along to all your favourite tunes with local bands in the Victorian bandstand at South Marine Park. www.southtynesidefestival.co.uk

SUMMER OF SPORT

Venue: Manor Walks Shopping Centre

Address: Cramlington, NE23 6UT

Website: www.manorwalks.co.uk

Experience the thrill of family friendly competiiton this Summer in the Centre Mall. From Olympics inspired games, creative crafts & much more.

THE TYNEDALE SPINNING GUILD

Time: 11am-3pm

Venue: Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum

Address: Buddle Street, Wallsend NE28 6HR

Website: www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk

Spinning & weaving demonstrations. Event Included in admission. Free entry to young people aged 21 years & under & NE28 residents. 

ART CAMP

Time: 10am-3pm

Venue: Laing Art Gallery

Address: New Bridge Street, NE1 8AG

Website: www.laingartgallery.org.uk

Laing's popular three-day art academy for 7-10 year olds. Over the course of 3 days work with a professional arts educator to experiment with a variety of materials to explore & create artwork.£35 pp...

KNIGHTS' TOURNAMENT

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Warkworth Castle

Address: Northumberland, NE65 0UJ

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/warkworth-castle-and-hermitage

Go back in time & get closer to the action as rival knights compete in the ultimate test of strength & skill. Four armoured knights & their squires will clash in four gruelling rounds, & you’ll be transported...

GLADIATOR ENCAMPMENT

Time: 11am-4pm

Venue: Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum

Address: Buddle Street, Wallsend NE28 6HR

Website: www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk

Find out how gladiators lived & trained. Event Included in admission. Free entry to young people aged 21 years & under & NE28 residents. 

MARLEY THE ROMAN PONY & VICTOR THE VETERAN

Time: 11am – 4pm

Venue: Arbeia Roman Fort

Address: Baring Street, South Shields, NE33 2BB

Website: www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk

Have a go at grooming a mini-pony, learn how to make Roman bread & find out about life in the Roman army from Victor.  Free activities, donations welcome.

SATURDAY ART CLASSES

Time: 10:15 - 11:45am & 1.45-3.15pm

Venue: Laing Art Gallery

Address: New Bridge Street, NE1 8AG

Website: www.laingartgallery.org.uk

An inclusive art class held on the first Saturday of every month for 10-15 year olds. £5 per child.Book in advance at laingartgallery.org.uk.

UGLY BUG SAFARI

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens

Address: NE20 0DX

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/belsay-hall-castle-and-gardens

See what lurks beneath the surface at Belsay Hall...Join bug hunting pros & look for the creepy crawlies who call Belsay their home. Check out the gardens for beetles, woodlice, caterpillars & more. Book...

SEASHORE SAFARI

Time: 9.30-11.30am

Venue: Souter Lighthouse & The Leas NT

Address: SR6 7NH

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/souter-lighthouse-and-the-leas

Join a ranger & members of the Coastal Conservation Group to search the rockpools along Souter's shore. Discover salty sea creatures galore. Learn how to tell your winkles from your whelks & lots more...

TECHNOLOGY TOM

Time: 11am-4pm

Venue: Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum

Address: Buddle Street, Wallsend NE28 6HR

Website: www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk

Find out all about Roman machines & inventions. Event Included in admission. Free entry to young people aged 21 years & under & NE28 residents. 

ART CAMP

Time: 10am-3pm

Venue: Laing Art Gallery

Address: New Bridge Street, NE1 8AG

Website: www.laingartgallery.org.uk

Laing's popular three-day art academy for 7-10 year olds. Over the course of 3 days work with a professional arts educator to experiment with a variety of materials to explore & create artwork.£35 pp...

KIDS FUN FEST

Time: 2-4pm every Tues & Thurs

Venue: Amphitheatre

Address: Sea Road, NE33 2LD

Website: www.southtynesidefestival.co.uk.

Enjoy afternoons of Free fun, games & activities featuring a host of amazing performers & entertainers.www.southtynesidefestival.co.uk.

MEDIEVAL MISCHIEF

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Warkworth Castle

Address: Northumberland, NE65 0UJ

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/warkworth-castle-and-hermitage

Meet characters from medieval England & hear tales & music from centuries ago. From epic battles to fabulous costumes, get ready to be transported into the past by the Silly History Boys. Book online &...

NOVUM 2024

Venue: Newcastle Civic Centre NE1

Address: NE1

Website: www.novumnewcastle.com

NOVUM, Newcastle’s newest multi-arts festival experience, returns bigger & bolder in its second year with more international artists, live music & free activities.! As part of the NOVUM festival, ‘Stay...

HUGE DOLLOPS OF JOY!

Time: 11am-5pm

Venue: Newcastle Civic Centre NE1

Address: NE1

Website: www.novumnewcastle.com

Huge Dollops of Joy is a free screen-printing drop-in session for everyone. All ages & interests welcome & no prior experience needed, just turn up & enjoy learning traditional printing techniques. Visitors...

RIPU - ENEMIES OF THE MIND

Time: 12pm, 3pm & 5pm

Venue: Newcastle Civic Centre NE1

Address: NE1

Website: www.novumnewcastle.com

Children are invited to explore specific movements, partake in brain-teasing rhythmic exercises, & even experiment with musical instruments, fostering a deeper connection with the cultural heritage of...

THE LEAGUE OF CURIOSITY

Time: 11.30am

Venue: Newcastle Civic Centre NE1

Address: NE1

Website: www.novumnewcastle.com

A FREE narrative-led adventure of storytelling & non-verbal puppetry for families with an opportunity to delve into the rich tapestry of local heritage, history, mythology & magic of Newcastle. Performances...

WILD - MOTIONHOUSE

Time: 1pm & 5pm

Venue: Newcastle Civic Centre NE1

Address: NE1

Website: www.novumnewcastle.com

Motionhouse presents its gravity-defying dance-circus production WILD, exploring humanity’s growing disconnect with the natural world & our impact on the environment. Showcasing the powerful physicality...

CLASH OF ROMANS

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Chesters Roman Fort & Museum

Address: NE46 4EU

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/chestersromanfort

Watch the Roman Empire’s finest soldiers compete in an intense show of strength & skill. Two teams will throw spears, take aim on the archery field & clash with swords & shields. Pick a side & cheer...

FALCONRY

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens

Address: NE20 0DX

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/belsay-hall-castle-and-gardens

Look to the skies above the castle & hall to see flying displays throughout the day, each with a different cast of birds. Visit the bird mews to chat to the falconers & view a stunning collection of hawks,...

FAMILY ART CLASS

Time: 10.30am - 12 noon & 1-2.30pm

Venue: Shipley Art Gallery

Address: Prince Consort Road, NE8 4JB

Website: www.shipleyartgallery.org.uk

A monthly Saturday art class for 7 - 12 year olds. At each session you'll be guided by a professional artist to discover a different art technique, such as watercolours, ceramics, mixed media, drawing...

HERE BE DRAGONS

Time: 11am-5pm

Venue: Civic Centre Gardens,

Address: Newcastle Civic Centre, NE1 7PN

Website: www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk

Calling all dragons! It’s time to spread your wings! Free drop-in family activities; design your own dragon wings & help make a massive map of adventures where your dragon story ideas can take flight....

KNIGHTS' TOURNAMENT

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Tynemouth Priory

Address: NE30 4BZ

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/tynemouth-priory-and-castle

Go back in time & get closer to the action as rival knights compete in the ultimate test of strength & skill. Four armoured knights & their squires will clash in four gruelling rounds, & you’ll be transported...

SHY BAIRNS GET NOWT!

Time: 12pm, 3pm & 5pm

Venue: Newcastle Civic Centre NE1

Address: NE1

Website: www.novumnewcastle.com

Newcastle Circus Arts explores what it means to be northern for young people today with a celebration of youth in Newcastle & the importance of investing in young people, community & collective future....

JOIN THE LEGIONS

Time: 11am-4pm

Venue: Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum

Address: Buddle Street, Wallsend NE28 6HR

Website: www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk

Find out about life at the very edge of the Roman Empire. Event Included in admission. Free entry to young people aged 21 years & under & NE28 residents. 

ART CAMP

Time: 10am-3pm

Venue: Laing Art Gallery

Address: New Bridge Street, NE1 8AG

Website: www.laingartgallery.org.uk

Laing's popular three-day art academy for 7-10 year olds. Over the course of 3 days work with a professional arts educator to experiment with a variety of materials to explore & create artwork.£35 pp...

KNIGHTS' TOURNAMENT

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Warkworth Castle

Address: Northumberland, NE65 0UJ

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/warkworth-castle-and-hermitage

Go back in time & get closer to the action as rival knights compete in the ultimate test of strength & skill. Four armoured knights & their squires will clash in four gruelling rounds, & you’ll be transported...

SUMMER SKETCHBOOK CHALLENGE

Time: 10-11am or 11am-12pm

Venue: Shipley Art Gallery

Address: Prince Consort Road, NE8 4JB

Website: www.shipleyartgallery.org.uk

An event for people of all ages who like to draw! Randomly pick from an array of activity cards & try the suggested drawing activity. It's all about exploring the gallery, taking inspiration from the artworks,...

FAMILY DISCO

Time: 1pm

Venue: Alphabetti Theatre,

Address: NE1 4HP

Website: www.alphabettitheatre.co.uk

Relax & groove the afternoon away with your loved ones at this laid-back Family Disco event! Tickets £2.

FRANCES THE MULE & ROMAN TOYS

Time: 11am – 4pm

Venue: Arbeia Roman Fort

Address: Baring Street, South Shields, NE33 2BB

Website: www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk

Find out what Frances is carrying in her panniers & learn how flax was used to make cloth. Free activities, donations welcome.

ROMAN LIFE

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Housesteads Roman Fort,

Address: NE47 6NN

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/housesteads-roman-fort

Discover how the Romans lived! Head to the Roman encampment to see the fort brought back to life. Hear first hand from a local centurion to find out what life was like along the Wall. Book online & save...

UGLY BUG SAFARI

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens

Address: NE20 0DX

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/belsay-hall-castle-and-gardens

See what lurks beneath the surface at Belsay Hall...Join bug hunting pros & look for the creepy crawlies who call Belsay their home. Check out the gardens for beetles, woodlice, caterpillars & more. Book...

ROMAN CAVALRY MASKS

Time: 11am-4pm

Venue: Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum

Address: Buddle Street, Wallsend NE28 6HR

Website: www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk

Make your own mask with Simon Terry. Event Included in admission. Free entry to young people aged 21 years & under & NE28 residents. 

ART CAMP

Time: 10am-3pm

Venue: Laing Art Gallery

Address: New Bridge Street, NE1 8AG

Website: www.laingartgallery.org.uk

Laing's popular three-day art academy for 7-10 year olds. Over the course of 3 days work with a professional arts educator to experiment with a variety of materials to explore & create artwork.£35 pp...

MEDIEVAL FALCONRY

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Warkworth Castle

Address: Northumberland, NE65 0UJ

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/warkworth-castle-and-hermitage

Look to the skies above the castlet to see flying displays throughout the day, each with a different cast of birds. Visit the bird mews to chat to the falconers & view a stunning collection of hawks, owls...

BELSAY AT WAR

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens

Address: NE20 0DX

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/belsay-hall-castle-and-gardens

Experience an action packed weekend as you're propelled into wartime Britain. Belsay returns to World War II, when the hall & grounds were home to a real military training camp. Wartime living history...

FALCONRY

Time: 10am-5pm

Venue: Chesters Roman Fort & Museum

Address: NE46 4EU

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/chestersromanfort

Look to the skies above the fort to see flying displays throughout the day, each with a different cast of birds. Visit the bird mews to chat to the falconers & view a stunning collection of hawks, owls...

HADRIAN FESTIVAL 2024

Time: 11am-4pm

Venue: Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum

Address: Buddle Street, Wallsend NE28 6HR

Website: www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk

Roman Demonstrations, horses, crafts & meet the Emperor Hadrian himself. Event Included in admission. Free entry to young people aged 21 years & under & NE28 residents. 

SEASHORE SAFARI

Time: 1.30-3.30pm

Venue: Souter Lighthouse & The Leas NT

Address: SR6 7NH

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/souter-lighthouse-and-the-leas

Join a ranger & members of the Coastal Conservation Group to search the rockpools along Souter's shore. Discover salty sea creatures galore. Learn how to tell your winkles from your whelks & lots more...

MEET THE BABY DINOSAURS EXPERIENCE

Time: 10.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm

Venue: Stephenson Railway Museum

Address: Middle Engine Lane, NE29 8DX

Website: www.stephensonrailwaymuseum.org.uk

The perfect adventure for all dinosaur fans - join the team of intrepid adventurers on this adventure of Jurassic proportions with the opportunity to get up close & personal with baby dinosaurs. Train...

MAMA G: THE MAGIC BOOKMARK

Time: 1pm & 5pm

Venue: Alphabetti Theatre,

Address: NE1 4HP

Website: www.alphabettitheatre.co.uk

It all starts when the evil Book Worm decides that reading gives people too much knowledge & makes all the books from Mama G's library disappear. Before the world can turn to chaos, Mama G vows to save...

NORTH EAST DEAF YOUTH THEATRE

Time: 9.30-11.30am

Venue: Gosforth Civic Theatre,

Address: NE3 3HD

Website: www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk

North East Deaf Theatre aims to support deaf children and young people to develop their creative skills, build confidence and form new friendships.  Together with deaf arts organisation Turtléar, we...