Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note 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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A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
A friendly group for carers of young children. 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.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Local men making pies, having a chat, tackling isolation, boosting mental health and improving social skills.
Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session. We are open to every child that is a multiple and their familes under 5
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Need help with family law?
Come to one of our free drop‑in sessions at family hubs.
The North East Law Centre can help you with:
- Domestic abuse
- Orders to help keep you safe
- Time and contact with your child
- Maintenance payments
- Divorce
- Mediation
- Other family law worries
You do not need an appointment.
Just come along and talk to someone who can help.
A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.
For children aged 0 - 6 months or pre crawlers.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
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. 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.
The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.
Join us for our indoor walking session. A great session for those looking for a gentle return to exercise after injury, accident or a period of inactivity.
Stay and Play for children 0-5 years
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
This is an outdoor group at Scotswood gardens for children aged 0-4 years.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
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 group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
A dance project for people aged 60 and over. Move, create, connect and explore movement in a welcoming and supportive space.
Open to all abilities, no experience needed
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack. Early Words Together is also delivered at this group. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
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
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
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!
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
A safe space for young lads aged between 10-12 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Weekly boxing sessions.
Just turn up, no need to book.
For ages 12 - 19 years.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Printed on April 12th 2026