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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.
Explore the award-winning Beamish Museum and lose yourself in its living, breathing history of the North. Live life like a Roman at Chesters Roman Fort or visit the Discovery Museum where the history of Newcastle’s maritime, scientific, and technological history is waiting to be discovered by you and your loved ones. Or why not become scientists for the day at Life Science centre? You’ll be in awe of the groundbreaking exhibitions, including the largest standalone planetarium in the UK.
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. Head further afield to Alnwick Garden to discover the world’s largest Tai Haku Cherry Orchard and the small but deadly Poison Garden. Adjacent to the gardens you’ll find Alnwick Castle, one of the largest inhabited castles in England and a must for all Harry Potter fans. Take part in one of the famous Broomstick Training sessions, on the very spot where Harry had his first flying lesson in the film production of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone!
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. Afterwards, 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 you are looking for something more active, The Valley Climbing Centre is a state-of-the-art bouldering gym on the edge of the Ouseburn Valley with extensive facilities for climbers of all abilities.
Why not round off a family friendly day out in NewcastleGateshead with some adventure mini golf? Head to Newcastle city centre to Mr Mulligan’s, a space themed course that hosts an amazing 39 holes to test the might of young and veteran astronauts.
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Post date: 6th November 2023
Christmas in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne would not be the same without a visit to Fenwick’s Christmas Window which is a much-loved part of a long-standing Geordie Christmas tradition. But what will be the theme of this year's Fenwick Christmas Window?
Santa Claus is coming to Toon! Click here to find out where to meet Father Christmas in Newcastle and Gateshead.
We have pulled together Christmas experiences and events that you can currently book tickets for in NewcastleGateshead including two fabulous light trails, a Christmas film must-see and some hot tickets to enjoy a bite to eat with Santa himself. Tickets are booking up so fast this year so be quick!
From spooky walks, to all night film screenings and pumpkin picking, discover things to do in Newcastle and beyond this Halloween.
Heritage Open Days are back, with dozens of buildings across Newcastle and Gateshead not normally accessible to the public, set to open their doors. Discover more here.
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