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Explore What's On in Newcastle for Children, Young People and Families
Discover a wide range of activities and events happening across Newcastle — from one-off workshops to regular weekly sessions. Click on any event to find out more details and how to book your place.
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Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment. For parents and carers of babies 0-2 years old.
A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. Including music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Session 1: Make A Difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Gaming/E-sports
Children 8 years and over.
To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704
Our ukulele group is designed for children who may have started exploring the ukulele in school during whole class sessions.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
A space for girls to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Suitable for girls aged 10 - 12 years
Playing Steel Pans is a great way to make new friends & play fun songs without needing to be able to read music. For Children aged 9+
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs for children aged 4+
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For ages 5 - 12 years. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.
Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.
Come and join one of our free Lego Clubs at your local library. Suitable for ages 4+, children must be supervised by a parent or carer.
Folk Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for young people aged 7-13.
Community street cricket session which runs every Thursday eveing at NUcastle.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 16 year olds
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.
Many children are known to us as they have waited years 'to turn 8'. They can also be siblings or children of those we have worked with over the years. Most attend local primary schools. New members are always welcome.
Youth sessions for children aged 6 to 11 and not yet in secondary school
Family fun club Arts and Crafts session
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
Using detached youth work principals to meet and get to know children and young people in the locality.
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions are for children aged 12+ and include football, cricket, tennis and more.
Football and gaming for ages 12 - 14 years
Dance and movement workshops for young people to express themselves, build confidence, and feel part of a community. For children aged 12 - 17 years.
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For girls aged 12+ years
Join us for a range of sports, games and activities for children and young people with a visual impairment.
This is a group for children and young people who already attend or have attended patchwork
A safe space for girls aged between 12-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Play and meet new friends in a relaxed environment supported by Newcastle United Foundation coaches. Age 16 to 29
Young people can come and make friends and take part in activities such as sport, arts and crafts and team building.
A safe space for girls aged between 12-16 years to come and socialise, learn about the world around them.
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For boys aged 8 - 11 years
Play and meet new friends in a relaxed environment supported by Newcastle United Foundation coaches. Age 16 to 29
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
A welcoming, friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
A safe space for parents and carers. Come along, connect with others, and be part of a supportive community. Everyone is welcome!
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music and things to get young ones moving.
A culturally diverse group which meets every week to help families from across the world create a support network in their local community
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Fun activities to support early language development. For 2-3 Year Olds.
A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.
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