Family-Friendly NewcastleGateshead
Families looking for things to do in NewcastleGateshead will find a range of family-friendly activities from museums and attractions to crazy golf, theatre and entertainment all year round.
Families looking for things to do in NewcastleGateshead will find a range of family-friendly activities from museums and attractions to crazy golf, theatre and entertainment all year round.
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Choose from the best attractions to keep the whole family entertained from a trip into outer space at Life Science Centre where the wonders of modern science are revealed, or a chance to explore the farthest reaches of history at Great North Museum: Hancock where you can even meet their life-size dinosaur skeleton!
Newcastle and Gateshead have plenty of excellent free museums, like Discovery Museum, and art galleries, such as Shipley Art Gallery, which have hands-on exhibits and creative events especially tailored to mini culture vultures.
Budding writers and illustrators will love Seven Stories which is the UK's National Centre for Children's Books. Explore exhibitions of original illustrations and first drafts from creators of children’s books. Take part in interactive events and lively storytelling sessions which will bring stories to life every day.
Burn off steam at The Valley Climb in Ouseburn and try a new physical challenge as a family when you have a go at bouldering or get competitive with a round of themed crazy golf, Angry Birds at Metrocentre in Gateshead.
Lovers of the great outdoors should head to WWT Washington Wetland Centre to encounter all sorts of wildlife from mini-beasts to a flock of flamingos. Families wanting to travel back in time can enjoy an immersive visit to Beamish Museum and get hands-on with history every day. Tynemouth Aquarium is a short Metro ride from Newcastle city centre and a great family day out at the coast.
Families can hop on the Metro and be at the coast, in the city centre or visiting some of the region's most iconic landmarks in no time! Take the kids for free on the Metro and Shields Ferry with an offer which allows for up to three kids aged 11 and under to travel for free all day, every day when accompanied by a fare-paying adult. Find out more here.
February 25th 2025 to March 1st 2025
Family
25 Feb 2025 to 1 Mar 2025
Direct from London, step through the wardrobe this winter into the magical kingdom of Narnia...
October 5th 2024
Exhibition
5 Oct 2024 to 5 Oct 2024
Try your hand at fused glass - the perfect Mother's Day treat! Led by a...
September 18th 2024 to April 2nd 2025
Exhibition
18 Sept 2024 to 2 Apr 2025
Join a member of Baltic Crew for a Wonder & Wander around one of our...
July 26th 2024
Live Music
26 Jul 2024 to 26 Jul 2024
Gateshead
Experience the BBC Proms at The Glasshouse, from Friday 26th to Sunday 28th July, featuring...
Where to Stay
Further Afield
Packed with character, warmth and charm, High Force Hotel is an idyllic rural retreat...
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Further Afield
Explore The Alnwick Garden, nestled adjacent to the iconic Alnwick Castle in Northumberland. Your ticket...
September 18th 2024
A brand-new interactive area has...
November 9th 2024 to December 23rd 2024
Make magical memories this Christmas...
July 1st 2024 to September 28th 2024
Welcome back to Newcastle city...
November 15th 2024
Needle felting is the process...
Post date: 30th July 2024
August 2024 will be a month-long celebration of Pride in Gateshead, North East England. Find out more about visiting Gateshead for Pride and celebrating and supporting our LGBTQIA+ community.
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.
Read our guide to things to do in NewcastleGateshead during the school holidays and May Half Term.
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Discover our favourite must-see attractions in NewcastleGateshead and plan your visit to one of these fantastic spots today!
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Gateshead
Thornley Woodlands Centre is within the ancient woodlands of the Derwent Valley that are home...
Food & Drink
Newcastle City Centre
At the Tyneside Cinema, a trip to the pictures is given the sense of occasion...
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Racing is for everyone. Newcastle Racecourse is a great day out for fans of live...
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Further Afield
Whatever the season, come rain or shine, the award-winning WWT Washington Wetland Centre is the...
Food & Drink
Gateshead
Windows on the Tyne restaurant at Hilton NewcastleGateshead offers a unique range of dining experiences...
Where to Stay
Further Afield
Experience a countryside getaway at Herding Hill Farm - an award-winning, 5-star dog friendly camping...
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Further Afield
Originally home to the Lindisfarne Gospels and the site of grisly Viking attacks, Lindisfarne Priory...
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Gateshead
The Land of Oak & Iron covers a 177 km2 area surrounding the Derwent Valley...
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Newcastle City Centre
Utilita Arena Newcastle (formerly Metro Radio Arena) sits overlooking the River Tyne and with a...
Shopping
Gateshead
Metrocentre is Europe's largest indoor mall-style shopping centres, conveniently situated beside the A1 in Gateshead...
November 3rd 2023 to November 3rd 2023
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3 Nov 2023 to 3 Nov 2023
Tynemouth
A Spectacular Night of Fireworks in Tynemouth! Get ready for an unforgettable evening on Friday...
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Gateshead
Baltic, Baltic Shop & Baltic Kitchen are open Wednesday to Sunday 10am-6pm. Plan a...
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