Stomping Grounds North East Best Summer Ever 2026

We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence. 

We support children to: explore the outdoors, take safe risks, lead their own play and build friendships. We have experienced staff and high staff ratios. We create a calm, flexible, and supportive space. We welcome all children. We support children with additional needs. Time in nature can support wellbeing. It can help children feel calm and happy.

If you need help with booking, please email: admin@stomping-grounds.org

Children will need to bring:

• A water bottle
• Snacks
• A small hand towel for drying hands
• Waterproofs

We provide a campfire lunch each day. 

Children will need to wear:

• Long sleeved top and long trousers
• Wellies, walking boots or sturdy trainers
• A spare pair of socks and trousers

We have a quiet or calm space for young people to chill out in

We offer small group work / activities

Parents / carers can contact staff to discuss individual needs

The Department of Education Holiday Activity Fund programme is to support young people aged 4-16 attending Newcastle City Councils schools that are eligible for Free Schools Meals or in need during the Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays.