Family Fun Zone - all welcome

Free food and fun for all the family.

All queries please ring Clare on 07961 788984

Oxfam Shops provide an essential source of income for Oxfam's work.  In this role you will gain valuable work experience in the area of finance by assisting with the recording and processing of the shop income and/or associated expenditure for all of Oxfam GB's shops. This role is based in our Newcastle Finance Office.

As part of the SEND Celebration Events in June 2024, 'Skills for People' organised two Pamper Days for Newcastle Parent/Carers of children and young people with additional needs. 

Parents/carers came along for a free morning of pampering, relaxation, a tasty lunch and a chat with other parent/carers.

Take a look at some of the photos from the days.

Thursday 24th July 

FREE!  Booking recommended. 

For parent and carers we host a weekly Coffee Morning every Thursday between 9.30 – 11.30am, (term-time only).  Our coffee mornings provide an opportunity for parents to chat to other families and mutually support each other.  

Coffee Morning refreshments are provided free of charge.

Families with pre-school or home educated children are welcome to bring your child(ren) with you, but please be aware they remain your responsibility at all times.

Two classes: 12months to 4 years

Join our playful classes, that will get you and your little one moving together in fun and creative ways.  Themes: supporting physical, sensory and social development. 

£3 per child. Pay on the day, cash or card.

Denton Dene parkrun is a fun, free event organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone. 

We wish to make the event as safe as possible, so participants, spectators and helpers are asked to take care about the following:

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free event organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone. 

We wish to make the event as safe as possible, so participants, spectators and helpers are asked to take care about the following:

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free event organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone. 

We wish to make the event as safe as possible, so participants, spectators and helpers are asked to take care about the following:

The Charity Patchwork was set up in order to help and educate young people between the ages of 8 and 25 years resident in the West End of Newcastle Upon Tyne and the surrounding area. This includes those who are involved in the Criminal Justice System or at risk of becoming involved in the Criminal Justice System,  without distinction of sex, sexual orientation, race or political, religious or other opinion.

Pathways 4 All is a parent-led charity, providing leisure services for children and young people with disabilities/ additional needs (0-25 years old). Our primary service is a specialist play and activity provision, the Tim Lamb Centre (in the grounds of the Rising Sun County Park, Benton). Our centre is open to families from across the North East region.

Involving patients, carers and their families in making decisions about their care can lead to better outcomes and a better overall experience. We are looking at ways to involve patients in shaping future healthcare services.

We recognise and value the contribution of patients and carers. It is the role of the Patient and Carer Involvement Team to co-ordinate and facilitate involvement, as well as ensuring that appropriate training and support of those involved is provided in order to maintain their own well being.

Pax Mediation was previously known as Family Mediation North East. We can help you settle disputes over children, property and finance without the distress and financial cost of going to court. 

We know that every family is different and that you are the expert when it comes to your children, finances and home. We also know that sometimes it gets too complicated and distressing to see things clearly. Pax Mediation can lend a helping hand when you need it most.

We provide tailored information to help you find a way through this difficult time.

PEGS Pre-School is situated in St Charles Church Hall which is a large modern building.  There is a large hall and a lovely outdoor play area.  Inside the children can play with the various toys that are put out on tables and mats or they can paint at the easels. 

Every day there is an adult led activity which the children are encouraged to try.  There is a home corner, with a kitchen and various role play toys.  There is also a quiet corner where the children can sit and read or carry out quieter activities. 

Our Project works with residents of Pendower Estate, in the west end of Newcastle to improve their quality of life and to make the estate a great place to live and bring up your family. We are based in a small neighbourhood centre on the estate.

We work on:

The Perinatal Community Mental Health Team provides a multidisciplinary service for women with mental health problems relating to pregnancy, childbirth and early motherhood living in Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Sunderland and South Tyneside.

We care for women with a range of moderate to severe common mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and severe mental health disorders such as bi-polar, psychosis and schizophrenia.

The Personality Disorder Hub is a trust-wide service providing assessment, treatment and care co-ordination for individuals over the age of 18 who have a personality disorder and present with significant risk of self-harm or suicide. We also provide scaffolding to staff in other teams who are working with people with personality difficulties.

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted for the fourth time.

I have a level 3 Diploma in Home Based Chidcare and provide a friendly home from home environment where every child is treated with respect kindness and equality.

Children will benefit from one on one care and a choice of activites including, soft play, playgroups, parks and museums and have access to a host of educational toys.

I have a large fully enclosed garden with ride on cars, bats, balls etc where children can socially interact, keep healthy, learn, and most importantly, laugh and have fun

Mentoring service for young people prioritising asylum seekers & refugees aged 16-25 living in Newcastle & surrounding area. The project offers young people a one-to-one mentoring relationship matched with volunteer mentors, which is managed & supervised by staff. It is free and travel and basic refreshment costs are reimbursed.

Based at the Havannah First School, we are a Montessori-inspired nursery for 3-5 year olds where the children are encouraged to learn through play, both indoors and outdoors with the wonderful expansion to the outdoor area within the attached forest school.

Our sessions are fun, informative and nurturing and will enable your child to be ready for the next stage of their learning journey - school. This is echoed in the Government's Early Years Framework, which all staff follow. 

For more infromation please see: https://www.plantpotsjesmond.co.uk/ 

Plantpots Playgroup/Preschool is an Ofsted registered nursery for children aged 2-5 years. Based at the Great Park Community Centre in Gosforth we are both Montessori-inspired and encourage children to learn through play with an emphasis on freeflow outdoor play. 

We are open from 9am-3pm, Monday to Friday, term time only, and offer wrap around care from 8-9am (breakfast included)

Our plastic and reconstructive surgery service helps people who need surgical and medical treatment to restore the appearance and / or function of any part of the body.

Playtime Paradise Wraparound Ltd has been established since 1998 and was previously known as Gosforth Park Out of School Club Ltd until 2024. We run two out of school clubs:

• Havannah Wrap Around Club at Havannah First School, Great Park for term time and holiday wrap around care
• St Oswalds RC Primary School for term time wrap around care

What is the Pop Up Pantry?

Come and get access to high quality food and household goods at a reduced cost.

We aim to save our members at least half the cost of the items they buy compared to normal prices.

We also aim to provide other activities such as children & family events, cookery classes, budgeting advice, and more.

How do I shop at the Pop Up Pantry?

1. You pay £2.00 to become a member

2. You get issued with a card to put points on