Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please notes there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.
Events
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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Join us this Summer at Blue Flames. We run fun holiday activity days. Your child can play, create, and learn. We welcome children aged 5 to 12 years. Sessions run during the Summer holidays.
Everything happens in a safe environment. Your child will enjoy:
Helping support you look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Groups for parents and carers focusing on emotional health & wellbeing of your child
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Join us for your favourite stories within a relaxed play session.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
A group for children age 0-3 with a visual impairment.
A weekly Clothes Bar providing children's clothes to local families in need
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Come along for friendly advice and support from a variety of services
Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years
A fun filled stay and play session for children aged 3 an under. Baby area available.
A friendly group for carers of young children under 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
No appointment necessary for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions.
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. Including music 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.
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.
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.
STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!
Free packed lunch provided everyday.
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.
Online creative therapy group for parent carers. We offer support to SEN families as well as foster carers and adopters.
A free service for parents/carers of children at any stage of their autism journey. Get support, advice and information on services available to you.
Classes to help you get ready for baby. Topics include; labour and birth, feeding your baby, practical tips and getting to know your baby.
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
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Call in and talk about your application to Newcastle Homes. We can help with banding and uploading documents to your application.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!
Free packed lunch provided everyday.
Come and say hi between 10am-2pm.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
Boccia is simple to pick up, highly inclusive and great fun. Join us for fun training activities, friendly games and a welcoming group atmosphere.
Lots of activities including messy play. Free snacks and juice are included.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth 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.
Gentle and social walks in many different places. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
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).
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
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.
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.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
A 5 week infant massage course to learn how to massage your baby. For babies 6 weeks to crawling
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
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.
Parents can take their babies for weighing, feeding advice and advice from a health visitor.
Printed on June 19th 2026