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WWT Washington Wetland Centre
A trip to NewcastleGateshead is guaranteed to banish boredom for good with a great range of family-friendly activities and events taking place all year round.
Choose from hands-on exhibits and events at the best attractions from live science experiments at Life Science Centre to events with published authors and illustrators at Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children's Books. Newcastle and Gateshead have plenty of excellent free museums, like Discovery Museum, Great North Museum: Hancock and art galleries, such as Shipley Art Gallery, which have creative events throughout the year.
Families looking for things to do with the kids in Newcastle and Gateshead will be impressed with the variety of seasonal events and activities during the school holidays too. Don't miss family festivals, workshops and even a chance to learn more about wildlife at venues like WWT Washington Wetland Centre and Tynemouth Aquarium.
20 Jul 2021 to 3 Sep 2021
Family
20 Jul 2021 to 3 Sep 2021
Coast
Get salty this summer with CBK Adventures at the coast. Half-day sessions (9.30am - 12.30pm)...
17 Jul 2021 to 26 Sep 2021
Family
17 Jul 2021 to 26 Sep 2021
Newcastle
This summer - take on the Outdoor Adventure Game challenge at Newcastle's Roman history museum...
12 Jul 2021 to 26 Sep 2021
Family
12 Jul 2021 to 26 Sep 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Welcome back to Newcastle city centre and Newcastle Quayside this summer! NE1’s Summer in the...
28 Jun 2020 to 5 Sep 2020
Family
28 Jun 2020 to 5 Sep 2020
Newcastle
NE1 Screen On The Green returns for another summer of outdoor cinema and free live...
7 Aug 2021 to 11 Sep 2021
Family
7 Aug 2021 to 11 Sep 2021
Further Afield
11Arches Park is the brand new, daytime theme park to accompany evening outdoor performance Kynren...
7 Aug 2021 to 11 Sep 2021
Family
7 Aug 2021 to 11 Sep 2021
Further Afield
Kynren - An Epic Tale of England: Every Saturday between 7 August - 11 September...
1 Jan 2021 to 31 Mar 2021
Family
1 Jan 2021 to 31 Mar 2021
If you're scratching your heads for things to do at home, then delve into BALTIC...
28 Apr 2021 to 30 Oct 2021
17 Apr 2021 to 18 Dec 2021
23 Nov 2021 to 9 Jan 2022
30 Jul 2021 to 1 Aug 2021
21 Jun 2021 to 28 Aug 2021
10 May 2021 to 6 Dec 2021
9 Feb 2021 to 31 Aug 2021
1 Jan 2021 to 31 Mar 2021
Post date: 29th June 2021
First time visitors to NewcastleGateshead should make sure to pop down to the Quayside as part of their trip to the city. Whether you are daytripping or on a city break, there is much to discover and top sights to experience on Newcastle Quayside.
Our guide to the best ways to explore NewcastleGateshead this summer uncovers the vibrant city centre, lively nightlife and welcoming spirit. Get ready to Escape the Everyday in NewcastleGateshead.
Come rain or shine, explore Newcastle with your family this summer. With a great range of family-friendly things to do you will be ready to escape the everyday.
From blockbuster West End shows to new creations from independent theatre companies and producers - there is a fresh and exhilarating line-up of performances at theatres across Newcastle and Gateshead in 2021.
If you're looking for to enjoy a drink with a view, there are many rooftop bars across Newcastle upon Tyne. Click here to discover Newcastle's top rooftop bars.
Things To Do
Tynemouth
Tynemouth Longsands is one of the many beautiful North East beaches. It attracts people from...
7 Jan 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Exhibition
7 Jan 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Uncover fascinating objects from across Discovery Museum's wonderful collections through a kaleidoscopic lens and step...
17 May 2022 to 22 May 2022
Theatre
17 May 2022 to 22 May 2022
Newcastle City Centre
The blockbuster story that captivated the world is now an epic stage thriller.The curator of...
Booking a ticket to spend some quality time with Father Christmas this year is a tricky...
Where to Stay
Newcastle City Centre
Roomzzz Newcastle is located in a Grade 2 listed Friar House building with 14 individually...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Situated on the South Shields coastline, Ocean Beach Pleasure Park is a great experience for...
Food & Drink
Further Afield
South Causey Inn will re-open from Thursday, 15th April 2021. Bookings can be made online...
7 May 2022 to 8 May 2022
Entertainment
7 May 2022 to 8 May 2022
Newcastle
After much consideration of the current Covid situation and with consultation with authorities and stakeholders...
15 Dec 2021 to 15 Dec 2021
Live Music
15 Dec 2021 to 15 Dec 2021
Newcastle
1 Sep 2021 to 1 Sep 2021
Live Music
1 Sep 2021 to 1 Sep 2021
Newcastle City Centre
One of the biggest names in world music, Tinariwen are live in Newcastle, 1st September...
Things To Do
Further Afield
WWT Washington Wetland Centre is now open. Certain precautions are in place to ensure your...
Things To Do
Newcastle
The brand new Urban Green Cafe in Newcastle's Exhibition Park will open on Tuesday 2...
5 Feb 2021 to 31 May 2021
Exhibition
5 Feb 2021 to 31 May 2021
Further Afield
Indulge a journey of armchair tourism and escapism with the help of a new online...
Things To Do
Hadrian's Wall
Chesters Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall is open for visitors! Tickets are available to book...
15 Oct 2021 to 16 Oct 2021
Comedy
15 Oct 2021 to 16 Oct 2021
Further Afield
Alan’s back on the road with a brand-new stand-up show and, let's face it after...
8 Nov 2021 to 8 Nov 2021
Comedy
8 Nov 2021 to 8 Nov 2021
Newcastle
Happy Idiot in association with Worthing Theatres and Museum presents: Not: Lady Chatterleys Lover A...
1 Jan 2021 to 31 Mar 2021
Family
1 Jan 2021 to 31 Mar 2021
If you're scratching your heads for things to do at home, then delve into BALTIC...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
The Factory Kitchen will reopen on Wednesday 14 April to serve brunch, lunch, coffee and...
11 Oct 2021 to 11 Oct 2021
Live Music
11 Oct 2021 to 11 Oct 2021
Newcastle
Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott which was rescheduled to 16th April 2021 will now take...
28 Aug 2021 to 29 Aug 2021
Festival
28 Aug 2021 to 29 Aug 2021
Newcastle
Noughties Festival in Newcastle will be the biggest throwback festival the UK has ever seen.....
Food & Drink
Newcastle
Serving up authentic Malaysian food, Chilli Padi is a city centre favourite where you take...
What have you missed most during the 2020 coronavirus lockdown? A cold pint in the...
22 Oct 2021 to 6 Nov 2021
Live Music
22 Oct 2021 to 6 Nov 2021
Newcastle
JLS reschedule their two dates at Utilita Arena Newcastle, originally scheduled for 9 & 1...
8 Nov 2021 to 8 Nov 2021
Live Music
8 Nov 2021 to 8 Nov 2021
Newcastle
STEPS are coming to Newcastle on Monday 8 November 2021 as part of their mega...
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