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Make memories that will last a lifetime by exploring family-friendly things to do in NewcastleGateshead and beyond. From award-winning visitor attractions and museums to epic outdoor adventures, you will discover eye-opening experiences for the entire family. Walk amongst huge animatronic dinosaurs, get hands-on with science experiments and even explore space itself with the latest exhibitions at Life Science Centre.
Head to Metrocentre for eveything you need for a family day out, all under one roof. Meet the magical and mischievous Metrognomes, catch the latest films at the in-house cinema, join in Peppa Pig's suprise party in a brand-new immersive experience and so much more. Feeling hungry? Metrocentre's food court offers a huge variety of delicious dishes to suit event the smallest and fussiest of mouths.
For those wishing to explore the great outdoors, Gateshead’s lush countryside is waiting for you. Visit Gibside National Trust, a 600-acre estate and a rare example of an 18th-century landscape garden, where little ones can spot the local wildlife or let off some steam in the play area. Or stretch your legs whilst exploring the vast meandering paths, lawns, rose garden and rockery at award-winning Saltwell Park. Set out your picnic blankets to enjoy the many little nooks and picturesque corners.
Still looking for more inspo? Bookworms will be in their element at Seven Stories. The National Centre for Children's Books is a museum and visitor centre dedicated to children's literature, based in the Ouseburn Valley. Take a stroll around the charming Ouseburn to discover Ouseburn Farm, a free community lead farm that is home to pigs, sheep, chickens, and goats. If getting arty is on your agenda, head to Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art for events, exhibitions and more.
Check out our collection of family-friendly blogs and events below for even more fun in NewcastleGateshead.
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Newcastle City Centre
Life is a fantastic science centre in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne where one...
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Gateshead
Metrocentre is Europe's largest indoor mall-style shopping centres, conveniently situated beside the A1 in Gateshead...
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Gateshead
Baltic, Baltic Shop & Baltic Kitchen are open Wednesday to Sunday 10am-6pm. Plan a...
The Glasshouse International Centre for...
Namco Funscape is the North...
Escape to Gibside National Trust...
Beamish Museum is an award-winning...
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Gateshead
Escape to Gibside National Trust in rural Gatehead, a tranquil 18th century landscaped garden created...
August 9th 2026
Family
9 Aug 2026 to 9 Aug 2026
Gateshead
Play. Build. Go Wild.A drop-in, dive-in kind of Sunday, where families take over the Concourse...
Where to Stay
If you're wanting a good night's sleep before jetting off on an early flight, then...
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Further Afield
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Food & Drink
Newcastle City Centre
Wylam Brewery at Exhibition Park's Palace of Arts is open inside and outside for all...
Things To Do
Newcastle City Centre
Leazes Park is Newcastle city centre's oldest park with a tranquil lake and a great...
August 29th 2026 to August 29th 2026
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29 Aug 2026 to 29 Aug 2026
Gateshead
Vibey. Glowy. Choose‑your‑groove.Three channels of feel-good summer tunes and one glowing dancefloor to round off...
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Further Afield
Wallington is a large estate in Northumberland which has been cared for by National Trust...
July 11th 2026
Entertainment
11 Jul 2026 to 11 Jul 2026
Gateshead
Cosy. Colourful. Big‑screen magic.Find a spot in our cinema-meets-hangout hideaway. Beanbags you can sink into...
Where to Stay
The Travelodge Newcastle Gosforth hotel is a great spot for both golfers and horse racing...
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Further Afield
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Where to Stay
Early morning flight or long stopover? The Travelodge Newcastle Airport hotel is a great option...
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