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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Come and say hi between 10am-2pm.
Classes to help you get ready for baby. Topics include; labour and birth, feeding your baby, practical tips and getting to know your baby.
Our holiday club is free for children who get free school meals. Your child can enjoy:
- Arts and crafts
- Football
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Dodgeball
- Nerf Games
- Tag Games
- Den Building
- Team challenges and lots more fun activities.
We will also visit SafetyWorks where the children will learn new safety skills, build confidence and take part in fun activities.
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Call in and talk about your application to Newcastle Homes. We can help with banding and uploading documents to your application.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!
Free packed lunch provided everyday.
Lots of activities including messy play. Free snacks and juice are included.
Our holiday club is free for children who get free school meals. Your child can enjoy:
- Arts and crafts
- Football
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Dodgeball
- Nerf Games
- Tag Games
- Den Building
- Team challenges and lots more fun activities.
We will also visit SafetyWorks where the children will learn new safety skills, build confidence and take part in fun activities.
We will be offering a safe and welcome environment for children to attend and participate in a range of physical and educational activities.
For ages 4-12
Boccia is simple to pick up, highly inclusive and great fun. Join us for fun training activities, friendly games and a welcoming group atmosphere.
STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!
Free packed lunch provided everyday.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
Gentle and social walks in many different places. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0 to 12 months).
For women who are Refugee or Asylum experienced and/or are women of the Global Majority
Fortnightly movement sessions to connect to your body, be creative, spend time with others, and improve mental and physical health.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Our Summer Family Fundays are for the whole family. There are plenty of activities to suit all ages:
• Arts & Crafts sessions
• Bouncy Castle
• Face Painting
• Sports coach leading games and activities
• Children’s Entertainers
• Home-made cakes, quiches and pies for sale*
• Hot and cold, food and drinks from our community Café*
• Free healthy snack for every child
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
A 5 week infant massage course to learn how to massage your baby. For babies 6 weeks to crawling
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Join us for our exciting summer holiday club designed especially for children on free school meals! Every Tuesday and Thursday from 12 to 3 PM, we’ll provide a delicious hot meal, along with fresh fruit and water to keep everyone energized. The afternoons will be packed with fun games, engaging activities, and the chance to learn boxing skills in a friendly environment. It's a fantastic opportunity for kids to make new friends, stay active, and enjoy a summer filled with laughter and learning. Don't miss out on the fun—come and join us!
Open for age 7 to 16 years.
Enjoy a range of fun activities including arts, crafts, nature activities, alpaca care, and cooking. Children can make friends whilst parents can meet like minded parents and carers.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Come along while you are pregnant or once baby is here. Meet other young parents, let baby play and get support.
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
Fun play sessions for children aged 0 to 5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Parents can take their babies for weighing, feeding advice and advice from a health visitor.
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
This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Book in for a chat with a Careers Advisor.
Are you an unpaid carer living in Newcastle? Join our new music group just for carers – no experience needed!
A friendly interest and social group. It is for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Session 1: Make A Difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Homework club
Children 8 years and over.
To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704
Those wishing to sign up can contact Rachel - rachel@prideactionnorth.org.uk - 07378492807 or Spike - plusgroupne@gmail.com - 07495836069
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Learn about film in a relaxed, accessible environment and join in at your own pace. For women aged 12 to 25 with neurodiversity or a mental health condition on an assessment waiting list or awaiting treatment.
Printed on June 21st 2026