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Come along to our group. It is for adults (18+) with a learning disability and autistic people.
Our group is a safe space to chat about men's issues and meet new people.
We meet every 2 weeks. Visit the Skills for People Facebook Group for exact dates.
Call the below number to let us know you are coming along.
We offer sports and crafts and one full day trip to Hall Hill Farm to children attending Christ Church Primary School only - please complete a school form to book
Monday 21 July 9.00-12.30
Tuesday 22 July 9.00-12.30
Wednesday 23 July 9.00-4pm
Monday 28 July Tuesday 29 July
Wednesday 30 July 9am-4pm
This is a warm, caring and kind place because:
Holiday and Food Summer Camps with Football Fun Factory. Loads of Fun for Children 5-12 years old all abilities. Play Football and Games with our Indoor Giant Inflateable Football Pitch, Inflateable Goal and Dartboard. Further Activities To Keep Your Little Superstars Entertained . Come and Join The Fun!
Monday 28th July to Thursday 31st July 2025 - Start 10am and Finish 4.15pm
Monday 4th August to Thursday 7th August 2025- Start 10am and Finish4.15pm
Monday 11th August to Thursday 14th August 2025 - Start 10am and Finish 4.15pm
Have an amazing experience at our summer holiday family swim. Lunch is also provided. These sessions are fully funded for all eligible children aged 3-16 years with SEN additional needs or who are in receipt of free school meals and living in Newcastle upon Tyne. Children must attend with parent or carer.
All family swim sessions run for 45 minutes from 10:30am, 11:30am, and 1:00pm
NUcastle girls football camp
Monday 28th July, Tuesday 29th July, Wednesday 30th July 10am - 2:00pm
To book: https://sportfin.io/simplified/activity/activity-1478-nucastle-haf-girls-football-camp/
This is a quiet and safe space because:
The Lighthouse Project First Summer of Fun!
19th July - 31st August
Join the Bug Hunt!
Follow the trail to find Lloyd and his friends! Download the augment reality app to shrink down to fly size and see the word through insects' eyes!
Find out more at the website above.
Saturday 5th July
10:30 - 15:00
FREE
Discover nature at Northumberlandia by joining our range of drop-in activities throughout the day including den building, nature crafts, and minibeast hunts.
For more info and booking go to https://nwt.org.uk/events
Saturday 2nd August
10:30am - 3:00pm
FREE
Join us to discover nature in our local area by joining our range of drop-in activities throughout the day, including den building, pond dipping and minibeast hunts.
Although this is a drop-in event, please book a ticket so we know you're coming. For more information and booking: https://nwt.org.uk/events
Tuesday 22nd July, Thursday 24th July,
Tuesday 29th July, Thursday 31st July,
Monday 4th August, Tuesday 5th August and Thursday 7th August 2025
Time: 10am - 3.30pm
Location: various depending on the trip
Creative Music Session
Do you have a child with a visual impairment? The trips and activities we organise are designed to meet the needs of visually impaired children of all abilities, whilst at the same time, offering an enjoyable experience for siblings, parents and carers.
19th August 2025
10:00am - 2:30pm
To book: please register your child and follow the link to book the sessions you require. www.usefulvision.org.uk
Have an amazing experience at our summer holiday family activities. Lunch is also provided. These sessions are fully funded for all eligible children with SEN additional needs or who are in receipt of free school meals and living in Newcastle upon Tyne. Children must attend with parent or carer.
Wednesday 30th July
Wednesday 6th August
Wednesday 13th August
Wednesday 20th August
Zone West Activity Days are for children working with a Zone West Link worker. Join us for four fun filled days of activities including:
- creative activities
- crafts
- cooking
- physical activities
- games
Book via your child's Zone West Link Worker.
Tuesday 22nd July, 29th July, 5th August, 12th August, 19th August, 26th August
Times
10.15am - 2.30pm
10.45am - 2.30pm
11.15am - 2.30pm
11.45am - 2.30pm
12.15 - 2.30pm
A new interactive learning experience which takes families on a quest through the museum.
FREE! Booking is essential.
Tuesday 22nd July, 29th July, 5th August, 12th August, 19th August, 26th August
Time: 09:00 - 10:20am (Museum opens at 10am to the general public)
FREE! Booking is required.
Tuesday 22 July, Tuesday 29 July, Tuesday 5 August, Tuesday 12 August, T
Tuesday 22nd July, 29th July, 5th August, 12th August, 19th August, 26th August 2025
11:00 - 11:45am or 1:00pm - 1:45pm
FREE: Booking required
The session will be most suited to participants who are learning at an age of 5 or under. There will be an interactive story, and songs followed by some simple exploratory play experiences which relate to the story theme. There will also be an opportunity to feel a museum object.
Thursday 31st July
Thursday 7th August
Thursday 14th August
10:00am - 2:00pm
Free, drop in sessions
Create a new species of animal from recycled materials.
Saturday 19 July - Sunday 31 August
Colouring in tables will be located in the Living Planet gallery for the duration of the summer holidays.
During museum hours. FREE.
Colouring in tables will be located in the Living Planet gallery for the duration of the summer holidays for a spot of mindful relaxation.
Monday to Thursday - Monday 28th July to Thursday 21st August 2025
11am to 4pm
For ages 11 - 16 years
This summer with HYPE at EMTEP, we’re bringing you loads of exciting activities that you like. It’s all about having fun, doing what you enjoy, meeting and making new friends, learning new things, and feeling proud of who you are.
There's something for you to try, enjoy and have fun! Together we’ll explore what makes you you, help you grow confidence, provide you new ideas, skills and passions.
We have a fantastic range of activities planned this summer ☀️
The Tim Lamb Centre is a specialist play and leisure facility for children with disabilities / additional needs and their siblings. Please bring evidence of your child's disability/ additional needs with you on your first visit. We are open 10-4pm every day during the school holidays.
*Family membership is available to any family who has a child with disabilities/ additional needs.
Monday 22nd - Friday 26th July 2025 - 9.30am-12.30pm
Step into the Spotlight with North East Deaf Youth Theatre Summer Camp!
🎭 Calling all young stars! 🎭
Join us this July for a week-long North East Deaf Youth Theatre Summer Camp. Back for a third year, the Summer Camp offers you the opportunity to explore the world of storytelling, make new friends, and let your imagination soar!
Here’s what you can look forward to:
Come along on our gentle and friendly walks. We enjoy walking together in many different places.
For people aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Want to find out when and where our next walks are happening? Then look for our monthly Groups Newsletters posted on our Skills for People Facebook Page.
If interested in joining us, please call 0191 281 8737 or email information@skillsforpeople.org.uk.
Join us to be in nature, as we learn outdoor and gardening skills at the community allotment in Byker.
Plans can change at short notice due to the weather.
For people aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Look at our monthly Groups Newsletters posted on our Skills for People Facebook Page for more details.
If interested in joining us, please call 0191 281 8737 or email information@skillsforpeople.org.uk.
Meet and Connect gives you a chance to learn. Previous sessions have looked at:
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Digital skills
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Mental health
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Racism
We also have picnics together when the weather is nice.
Want to find out when the next Meet and Connect sessions are? Then look through our monthly Groups Newsletters posted on our Skills for People Facebook Page.
