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Welcome to Seven Stories, the National Centre for Children's Books.
We are a FREE ENTRY venue. No booking required for general admission. Optional paid-for events can be booked online or at Reception when you arrive.
Open every day except Wednesdays in term time (seven days a week in the school holidays), 10am - 5pm
Northbourne Youth Initiative was set up in 2000 by local residents and parents to address a lack of opportunities and facilities for children and young people on the Northbourne Estate. Being based in an end terrace house on the estate we have always had a presence in the local community and are embedded in the local area. In 2010 the organisation received charity status. Our focus has not changed we are still a local charity working with those who need us most.
Come and join us at Gorilla bowl in Eldon Square for a free game of bowling! All participants will receive a free soft drink or hot drink and a snack.
Available to redeem any day Monday to Friday within the school holidays!
Our FREE junior sessions are a safe space for children aged between 5-16 years to come and socialise, play freely, 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 children, they choose what they would like to do in their youth clubs and plan their activities. Snacks and drinks are available in all sessions.
All welcome, no need to book.
In the heart of Byker, this is one of the newest gyms in Newcastle, the 70+ station gym features the latest Technogym equipment. We have recently extended our Strength area and added a range of Hammer Strength machines. We have a large studio offering an extensive fitness class programme including Group Cycle, Power Pump, Yoga and much more. We also have a virtual studio where you can enjoy hundreds of classes on demand. There's two great swimming pools. A 25m pool for casual and lane swimming and a teaching pool which is home to the Better Swim School.
Reimagine cricket with our all-weather backyard cricket events or BYC. Play casual cricket all year round with us and test yourselves against the best. Be an old pro or a beginner taking baby steps into the game, play cricket as it is meant to be.
Holiday provision only
This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:
The Bostey is a well-connected project in Walker and an established member of the Walker Workers group. They play a leading role in planning and developing collaborative projects with other partners in the East End of the City. Their services are aimed at local families, children, and young people. The team deliver youth sessions over 5 days per week as the demand for our services have increased.
Calling all Young Healthwatch Newcastle Volunteers!
Are you between the ages of 16 and 25? Do you live, work, or study in Newcastle? We’re currently recruiting Young Healthwatch Volunteers aged 16 to 25 to join our Youthwatch Project.
Here's what Youthwatch Project is all about:
For ages 16+. To book a space, visit the website: https://www.nufoundation.org.uk/nucastle
For ages 16+. To book a space, visit the website: https://www.nufoundation.org.uk/nucastle
5 - 6pm Football, 6 - 7.30 Gaming
For ages 12 - 14 years. To book a space, visit the website: Newcastle United Foundation
For ages 16+. To book a space, visit the website: https://www.nufoundation.org.uk/nucastle
A warm space to enjoy or relax with food, arts, crafts and games for families
Help available to stop smoking in pregnancy
Join us for a drop in session to read your favourite books, or read some new material and make new friends!
School Outreach (ages 9-14 years)
Coming to a school near you!
Our Regional Engagement Team offer specially designed activities to meet your school’s needs. Our focus is to inspire young people through fun-filled activities concentrating on teamwork and communication to build their confidence. Our 1-2 hour sessions include practical leadership & team building tasks for groups of up to 30 students.
Skills Academy
COME TO CODE CLUB!
Do you have a favourite computer game? Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games?
At Code Club you can learn how to make cool games, animations & websites too!
For 9 – 13 year olds
Come along and swap books and toys with your friends!
Enable young people with SEN the opportunity to access activities which support and encompass Recovery & Mental Health Awareness.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- 6 week programmes
- 2hr weekly sessions
- Regular reviews
- Focus on Recovery & Mental Health
- 16-25 year olds
Physical Wellbeing
Walks, small exercise sessions, sports activities
Self-Reflection
Emotional literacy, journaling, scrap booking
Kids Kabin provides regular creative activities to enable personal development and to support their learning and personal development.
Activities such as cookery, pottery, woodwork, arts, crafts, bike maintenance and more!
Kids Kabin’s main location is in Walker; however, we run activity hubs in locations all over the city – from Pottery Bank to Cowgate and places in between.
This activity is for 8-13 year olds.
Kids Kabin provides regular creative activities to enable personal development and to support their learning and personal development.
Activities such as cookery, pottery, woodwork, arts, crafts, bike maintenance and more!
Kids Kabin’s main location is in Walker; however, we run activity hubs in locations all over the city – from Pottery Bank to Cowgate and places in between.
This session is for 7-13 year olds.
Kids Kabin provides regular creative activities to enable personal development and to support their learning and personal development.
Activities such as cookery, pottery, woodwork, arts, crafts, bike maintenance and more!
Kids Kabin’s main location is in Walker; however, we run activity hubs in locations all over the city – from Pottery Bank to Cowgate and places in between.
This activity is for 7-13 year olds.
Weekly starting 16 January 2023 - All of the community welcome
FREE community activities, food and refreshments
Mash up Mondays (10am - 3.30pm)
10am Coffee morning (board games and more)
12pm Lunch
1pm - 2.30pm Arts & Crafts (all abilities)
12.30-3.30pm Drop in for support with benefits, health and getting back to work or volunteering
Time to Chat Tuesdays (10am - 1pm)
10am Refreshments & homemade scones, board games and more
INSPIRE YOUTH TYNE AND WEAR work with children and young people from 5-19 years of age, our Junior Sessions start at age 5-11 years, Inters sessions are from age 11-14 years, and Girls Group from age 12-16 years.
Life is a fantastic family day out in the heart of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
Please see our website for the latest 'What's on'.
We have a schools programme that includes workshops and story-telling sessions.