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.

Free, safe, confidential support for young people

Children and young people in Newcastle and Gateshead can now get help from mental health counsellors using a free online service supported by the NHS.

Kooth.com is an award-winning online counselling and support service which is now available to all young people in Newcastle and Gateshead aged 11-18 years.

These inclusive music sessions are:

• Free

• Interactive

• In person

• For young people aged 12 to 18

Using music tech, this session will suit both a complete beginner or knowledgeable musician.

Free tandem or tag-along bike to anyone with a disability or additional need.

What we do:

We lend, at no cost (i.e. for free), tandems and tag-alongs to (and only to) people with disabilities or additional needs, who are unable to ride a bike safely on their own, so that they can enjoy the wonders of cycling.

What you need to do:

The FAB (Fantastic and Brilliant) Group is a group of young people aged 11 to 25 who have SEND. 

Every month, the FAB Group come together to make friends and share experiences.

Learn more on our website: https://children-ne.org.uk/fab-group/ 

We believe in the importance of a support network of people who understand.

Suitable for girls aged 11-16 years.

Our FREE sessions are a safe space for young people to come and socialise, learn about the world around them and take part in activities like;

• arts and crafts
• cooking
• gardening
• group games
• sports

The sessions are led by the young people, they choose what they would like to do in their youth clubs and plan their activities. Snacks and drinks are available in all sessions. 

A registration form must be filled in for each young person. 

We provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. We campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.

We won't give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.

RISE is part of the Newcastle Gateshead CCG, NHS and DFE Mental Health in Schools programme. We work in schools and colleges and support young people with moderate mental health needs. This could mean working directly with individual students, running group sessions, or helping teachers shape lesson plans or assemblies.

At RISE, we offer low intensity support for children and young people coping with mild to moderate mental health needs. Our Education Mental Health Practitioners will tailor sessions based on young person needs but themes may include:

The Children and Young People’s Service provides a single service to all children and young people aged 0-18 years living in Newcastle and Gateshead who present with mental health difficulties.

This includes children and young people who may be living in difficult and challenging circumstances.

Click here to read more and download a wealth of resources to help support you.

Youth Link Newcastle is for young people living with a disability or additional needs. It matches young people to a peer mentor.  They can help with working towards a goal and overcoming challenges. 

The service is available to young people living in a Newcastle Postcode, aged from 11 to 18.

Some examples of how a peer mentor could help you include:

Newcastle Trampoline Park and Gym is located in the west end of Newcastle, providing excellent sport and leisure facilities for the local community.   As well as a great gym which features a great range of Technogym equipment, we have a separate women only gym and the studios offer a great choice of fitness classes including Group Cycling. With new Technogym bikes recently added come along and give them a try. For children the centre boasts one of the newest Soft Play structures in Newcastle.

Tuesday 5th August, Wednesday 6th August, Thursday 7th August 

Tuesday 12th August, Wednesday 13th August, Thursday 14th August 

Tuesday 19th August, Wednesday 20th August, Thursday 21st August 

Tuesday 26th August, Wednesday 27th August, Thursday 28th August

We offer a variety of multi-sports activities, live cooking, play and swim on offer during our camps. The camps are for children who receive free school meals and aged 8-15 years of age.

Friday 9th August.  Monday 11th - Wednesday 13th August.  Friday 15th August. 

11am - 3pm each day

Gala Girls (11-16 years): 3.30pm - 5.30pm 23rd July, 30th July, 6th August, 13th August, 20th August, 27th August 2025

Gala Juniors (5-11 years): 25th July, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th August - 11am - 1pm

Gala Inters (11-16 years): 25th July, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th August - 1.30pm - 3.30pm

24th July, 31st July, 7th August, 14th August, 21st August, 28th August 2025

CHARLTON GIRLS GROUP (13+ yrs): 5pm - 7pm

Monday 11th, Wednesday 13th, Monday 18th, Wednesday 20^th & Wednesday 27^th August

10am - 2pm each day

Multi-sport sessions for all children and young people aged 5-16. Please contact Hat-Trick on 0191 242 4894 to book

Monday to Thursday: 21st July - 15th August 

Kenton School Week 1-4 from 13.00-15.00pm

Kenton Park Sports Centre Week 1-4 16.00-18.00pm

This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:

Outreach Project

Monday to Thursday - Weeks 1,2,4 & 6 from 16.00-18.00pm

This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:

• we offer small group work and activities
• we have a quiet or calm space for young people to chill out in
• parents/carers are welcome to have a pre-visit and to discuss individual needs prior to the activities

The Department of Education Holiday Activity Fund programme is to support young

Outreach Project

Monday to Thursday 

New Mills Estate weeks 1,2,4 & 6 from 16.00-18.00 Please contact Hat-Trick on 0191 242 4894 to book a place. 

This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:

Family Play Sessions for all children with parental supervision

Dates:Tuesday 29th July and 5th, 12th and 19th August 2025

Time: 9:30am-1:30pm

For all children with parental supervision (siblings can come too!).  Priority places will be given to children in receipt of free school meals.

Activities to include indoor and outdoor play session, crafts, food exploration and sensory play.

Lunch will be provided for the children registered via Sportsfin, from 12.00—12:45pm

Vinspired.com provides inspiring high quality volunteering opportunities to gain new experiences and skills for life for 14 - 30 year olds.

The Vinspired.com platform offers you the chance to:

28th July, 29th July and 31st July, 

1st Aug, 4th Aug, 5th Aug, 7th Aug, 8th Aug, 11th Aug, 12th Aug, 14th Aug, 15th Aug, 18th Aug, 19th Aug, 21st and 22nd August 2025

Time: 10am - 3pm,

The sessions will include a variety of sports and activities with the children from Football, Rugby, Tennis to coloring and crafts. Lunch will be provided.

To book - call 0191 300 3224

This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:

21st July, 28th July, 4th August, 11th August, 18th August 2025

Holy Spirit U8's (5 - 7 years) : 11:00am - 1:00pm

Holy Spirit O8's (8 - 12 years) : 1:30pm - 3:30pm

We’ve got a brilliant summer planned in Holy Spirit Church.

It’s free, fun, and full of energy. Your child can: •Play games with other children • Get creative with crafts and messy play • Try sports and outdoor fun • Enjoy a tasty, healthy meal.

We create a safe and friendly space. Staff are warm, welcoming, and experienced.

24th July, 31st July, 7th August, 14th August, 21st August, 28th August 2025

URC  Juniors (5-12 years): 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Looking for fun, free activities this summer? Our Junior sessions are perfect for ages 5–12. Every day is packed with things to enjoy! Here’s what your child can look forward to: • Sports, games, and outdoor play • Arts, crafts, and creative fun • Music, dancing, and drama • A free, healthy meal every day.

We create a safe and friendly space. Children can make friends, try new things, and have fun.