A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
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A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do. Different options every 40 minutes.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
EMTEP's HYPE (Helping Young People Evolve) HAF Spring 2026 programme for ages 8-16yrs provides enrichment, physical activity, alongside informal learning of healthy eating and balanced lifestyles. Hype provides both centre-based and outdoor activities. These include educational support, self-development workshops, group activities sports, team games, excursions, and trips. All is underpinned by EMTEP’s mentoring and befriending engagement with positive BAME role models.
We offer exciting and engaging activities.
Some of the activities are
- Table Tennis
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Air Hockey
- Art and Craft
We have a calming space for children to chillout.
We provide hot nutritious healthy meals.
We visit the parks and other interesting places.
For ages 5 - 16 years
To book: Email: newcastleboosterclub@yahoo.com with details of your child
Fun activities to support babies communication and language development, for 0 - 23 month olds.
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 7 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
Children aged 5 - 10, Come along on Thursday mornings to our community garden get your hands busy for some fun craft / nature activities and outdoor sports.
01912242349
Call into the centre to sign up
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Easter has landed at Jobes Gym!
Join us for a fantastic Easter experience at the gym with 4 free sessions on Tuesday, April 7th, Thursday, April 9th, Tuesday, April 14th, and Thursday, April 16th!
Enjoy a blend of fun, games, and fitness activities, plus a delicious hot meal included. If your child is entitled to free school meals, be sure to DM our socials to secure their spot. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
To book: Please message our Social Media Pages to book your place
Come join in the holiday fun with us at Denton Youth & Community Project. We have a range of fun activities for ages 7-16. Yummy food will be provided at all sessions.
Tuesday 7th April Coastal Scavenger Hunt 12-4,
Wednesday 8th April Toon Scavenger Hunt 12-4pm,
Thursday 9th April Teens Coastal Scavenger Hunt 12-4pm,
To book: Email sara@dycp.org.uk
We offer a range of offsite activities including: swimming, trampolining, horse-riding, parks, assault courses. We provide a nutritious packed lunch with fresh ingredients. We use a mini bus to transport children and young people to the activity.
These sessions are open to young people from 8 - 18 years who are already current users of the project.
We’re running Easter sessions for local kids. You can join us for games, crafts, and time outdoors. We also take short trips to places nearby. The sessions are free and include a free lunch for children who get free school meals. Each session lasts 4 hours. Trips need to be booked and your consent before we go. We keep things friendly and calm so the kids can relax and enjoy the day.
For ages 8 to 16 years.
To book: Email contacts: pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com
Amazing free holiday activities (Table Tennis, dancing, cycling, football, street cricket and trips to trampoline and soft play for both kids and young people) for children and young people within the African community (5-17 years old) in physical activities, enrichment activities and serve free meals to all.
To book: Contact us on phone or email
Local men making pies, having a chat, tackling isolation, boosting mental health and improving social skills.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 12 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for you and your baby. Quitting is most successful with the right support.
A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.
We are running four sessions all SEND appropriate, two Circus training sessions on 09/04/26, one Beat Box and break dancing session on 13/04/26 and a rave with bouncy castle, disco and entertainer on 17/04/26.
For ages 5 - 16 years.
To book: call the centre.
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.
Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 7 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A friendly and relaxed group to enjoy with your children, for chrildren with special needs and/or disabilities. No diagnosis needed
Come along as a family to enjoy cooking, arts & crafts, sports and games.
To book: https://sportfin.io/simplified/activity/activity-2476-cheff-cooking-healthy-eating-fitness-fun/
This is a warm, caring and kind place because:
We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for children aged 5 -12 years where,
- You can try arts and crafts
- You can join cooking activities
- You can play games with others
- You can take part in sports
- You get a healthy snack each day
- You can spend time with friends
There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.
Free open access session - No booking required
A trampoline session for people with special educational needs and disabilities. Suitable for all ages.
Monday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project
Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers
Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Homework club
Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project
Session 2: Creative crafts
Children and young people with SEND can have fun at our trampoline park and soft play.
We will be delivering family & youth sessions for our current young people who are registered. If you are interested in registering with us please get in touch. Lots of spring themed activities on offer.
Our ukulele group is designed for children who may have started exploring the ukulele in school during whole class sessions and would like to progress further, perhaps alongside more experienced players. It’s a great opportunity to meet new friends from other schools and work together to create some fantastic arrangements of music, featuring a wide variety of different styles.
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. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Playing Steel Pans is a great way to make new friends & play fun songs without needing to be able to read music! You'll learn a varied mix of music from traditional Caribbean, 60's Rock 'n' Roll, 80' pop classics to modern chart toppers. We welcome young people from Year 5 upwards.
The group leader is Louise Brydon, the Music Director from the Newcastle All Stars Steel Orchestra, one of the longest running Steel Bands in the North East.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Charlton Girls session will be full of fun, enriching activities and games. Everyone will get a healthy meal too.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 14.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Folk Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for young people aged 7-13. Whether you know just three or four notes on your instrument, or you are an experienced player, you will enjoy working together to create some energetic arrangements of famous folk tunes.
During rehearsals, you will have the opportunity to develop your musicianship further with plenty of opportunity to explore sight reading and ensemble skills. Students are given sheet music for their own parts to take home and practice.
Community street cricket session which runs every Thursday eveing at NUcastle.
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.
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 12 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
Printed on April 5th 2026