Events

Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.

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. 

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Try out mindfulness in a supportive group. We will share some tools that can help us feel calmer during difficult times. For adults with learning disabilities and autistic people.

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends, suitable for ages 5 and under.

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

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 for children under 5. 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.

Come to one of our free drop‑in sessions at family hubs.

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.

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.

Local men making pies, having a chat, tackling isolation, boosting mental health and improving social skills.

Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

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. 

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

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:

A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.

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).

A friendly and relaxed group to enjoy with your children, for chrildren with special needs and/or disabilities. No diagnosis needed

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

A trampoline session for people with special educational needs and disabilities. Suitable for all ages.

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 to 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+

Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For ages 5 to 12 years. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Folk Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for young people aged 7 to 13.

For guidance, advice, support with a crisis or just a chat. For ages 13 to 17 years old (or 18 if you're in full-time education) living in Newcastle and Gateshead.

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.

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 14.

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.

Junior After School Group for ages 8 to 11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.

Community street cricket session which runs every Thursday evening at NUcastle.

Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.

A supervised youth club for teenagers aged 13 to 17.

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

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.

Football and gaming for ages 12 to 14 years