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Come along and get moving in a fun supportive environment. Enjoy this inclusive seated dance class for all abilities. Everyone is welcome including those with multiple sclerosis. These sessions are led and taught by Hildy Harland every Monday at 12:30. They take place in the Tesco Community Room at Tesco Extra in Kingston Park. There are accessible toilets, parking facilities, and ramped access. For more information about attending, please contact newcastlegateshead@mssociety.org.uk.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Children under 7 years old can enjoy a range of fun activities. Children can make friends whilst parents can meet like minded parents and carers.
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.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
This is an outdoor group at Scotswood gardens for children aged 0-4 years.
Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.
These free sessions are for people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 18+.
Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Pop in a chat with a Careers Advisers.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Our Pregnancy Social groups are relaxed, informal and friendly. A great way to meet others and get support.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
The djembe, a wooden hand drum, is one of West Africa’s best known instruments. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have tried some djembe drumming workshops in school, our djembe drumming group will develop valuable musicianship through listening, learning and playing together as part of a group.
It’s a fantastic opportunity to make music together and meet new friends from other schools.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
Printed on November 6th 2025