Run by the NSPCC, Childline is a free, private and confidential service where children and young people under the age of 19.  This includes those with additional needs or disabilities.  You can talk to a counsellor about any issue they’re facing.

Online, on the phone, anytime.

HEY, I'M AISHA, the founder and dreamer behind Cup Of Parenting, on a mission to help mums navigate the challenges of parenting.

My story really began after the difficulties we all faced during the lockdown. 

With a new baby at home and eldest going through the challenging teen years, parenting was tough! This was when I decided to train in Positive Discipline parenting and The Incredible Years parent training. This made a huge impact on our family life, thus I decided to help other parents through coaching. 

The CAN project helps 16-25 year olds from Newcastle and Gateshead who may require support to transition into adulthood or make steps towards improving their confidence and reducing isolation. CAN aim to support young adults to overcome any barriers affecting them to move forward in their lives.

A mentor programme with a difference, it connects them with someone who can provide assistance tailored to their needs and ambitions. In the past, the programme has helped young people to:

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:

Disability North is a registered charity (no. 514733) promoting inclusion, independence and choice for disabled people and their families by providing information, advice and support on any aspect of disability. Services are also provided for students or professionals working in the statutory, voluntary and the public sector.

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.

Monday to Thursday 10am-2pm

Stepney Bank Stables is a charity providing opportunities for young people aged 8 to 18 to learn all about how to communicate with and care for horses. Through that they develop key skills including teamwork, perseverance, confidence and responsibility. Please email for a form to book. 

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

Throckley Under 8's (5 - 7 years): 11.00am - 1:00pm

Throckley Over 8's (8 - 11 years): 1.30pm - 3.30pm

Throckley Inters (11 - 16 years): 4pm - 6pm

Looking for something fun for your child this summer? 

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

CLAREWOOD GIRLS (11 - 16 years): 5pm - 7pm

23rd July, 30th July, 6th August, 13th August, 20th August, 27th August - 3.15pm - 5.15pm

Looking for something active and creative? Join us in Blakelaw for free summer fun. It’s open to anyone aged 8 and over! Here’s what’s on: Football, dodgeball, and team games. Sports challenges and outdoor fun, Arts, crafts, and creative sessions. A healthy, tasty meal every day. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Try new things, make friends, and have fun.

Mon - Thurs: 21st -24th July. 28th -31st July. 4th -7th August. 11th-14th August 

10am -2pm

The programme is designed for children in receipt of benefit related free school meals (FSM) and is part of Street Games' HAF programme which is their implementation of the Holiday Activities and Food programme funded by the DfE. 

Hi! Do you have children aged 7-16 who are eligible for Free School Meals? At Denton Youth & Community Project we have FREE activities and healthy meals this Summer Holidays. We have a variety of activities to suit all needs and abilities from cinema trips to surfing. Get in touch via email (sara@dycp.org.uk) to get more info on our activities and how to book. See you soon :)

22nd July Cinema Trip (Times TBC)

23rd July Raft Building (12-4pm) 

24th July Alnwick Lilidorei (12-4pm) 

Thanks to support from NCC and Street Games we are pleased to offer 4 weeks of Holiday Camps in July and August. With a range of indoor and outdoor activities, enrichment and possible day trips we want to provide as many children in our community as possible with the opportunity to become involved throughout the holidays. Each participant will also receive a healthy lunch provided each day and engage in regular daily physical activity.

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

All sessions are free of charge and there is no referral required or waiting list.

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

Session Times: Friday 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd August. 2-5pm.

Come along to our CHEFF family sessions where you will enjoy cooking, sports, arts & crafts and nutritional games.

To book: Booking essential. Go to our Facebook/Instagram page and click the link to book.

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

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

All sessions are free of charge and there is no referral required or waiting list.

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

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

All sessions are free of charge and there is no referral required or waiting list.

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

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

All sessions are free of charge and there is no referral required or waiting list.

This session is for children aged 12+

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

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

All sessions are free of charge and there is no referral required or waiting list.

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

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

All sessions are free of charge and there is no referral required or waiting list.

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

Company of Other is a dance theatre group based in Walker. 

Get your young one moving and making friends this summer holiday! Led by choreographer Michael Heatley, Company of Others Summer Dance Intensive offers four days of free dance workshops for 6-12 year olds and 12-17 year olds. Full of fun, creativity, and performance!

Dates: Tuesday 5th - Friday 8th August Times: 9:30am-1pm (6-12yrs) 1pm-4:30pm (12-17yrs)

To book: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/73V53GT

Newcastle City Loan Equipment Service (NCLES) provides equipment to support adults and children with their daily living and nursing needs in their own homes.

We are the main provider of this service in Newcastle

What does the service do?

We install, maintain, repair, decontaminate and recycle a wide range of equipment. 

We also provide a technical advice service and carry out risk-assessments with medical and care professionals, both in-store and in people’s homes.

The type of equipment we supply includes:

Monday to Thursday during the holidays. Monday 21 July - Thursday 28 August 2025.

Mondays 11am-3pm, Tuesdays 11am-3pm, Wednesdays 11am-3pm, Thursday 12am-4pm

22nd July, 29th July, 5th August, 12th August, 19th August, 26th August 2025

The Haven Juniors (5-12 years):  3:00 pm - 5:00pm 

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.