Fun and friendly soft play at Galafield Family Hub. 

There are two areas in our soft play. One is for younger children 0-2 years old. The other area is for 2-6 year olds.

Does your child have a special educational need or disability?

Come to our support group. It’s a friendly place for parents and carers to chat and get advice.

• Get advice from professionals.

• Talk to other parents and carers.

• Share ideas.

This group meets on the first Monday of every month. 

No need to book - just turn up.

Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session.  We are open to every child under 5.  This is a music session. 

We offer:

• a safe and stimulating baby area
• Physical activity

A parent and toddler group is a welcoming and friendly group of adults. This includes mothers, fathers, childminders or carers.

They all come together in their own community with their children who are under the age of 5.

Parent and toddler groups offer play opportunities for children from birth to 5 year old, as well as an opportunity to mix with others. They also offer support to adults and a break from the normal routines of the day. 

Booking maybe required at some groups.

I am an Ofsted registered childminder based in Gosforth.

I'd describe myself as kind, motivated, reliable and somebody who is always looking to gain further knowledge and skills so that I can provide the highest quality of care for children.

Our Summer Family Fundays are for the whole family There’s plenty of activities to suit all ages: 

• Arts & Crafts sessions 

• Bouncy Castle 

• Face Painting 

•Sports coach leading games and activities 

• Children’s Entertainers 

• Home-made cakes, quiches and pies for sale*

• Hot and cold, food and drinks from our community Café* 

• Free healthy snack for every child 

• Tombola stall* 

It’s a great atmosphere, and the event is free to attend

Gosforth Civic Theatre is an arts venue, café and community hub in Gosforth, and is home to, and run by, Liberdade Community Development Trust.

We opened Gosforth Civic Theatre in 2016, and in 2019 we hosted more than 900 events and activities, and invited over 50,000 people through our doors. In the words of Ozzy, one of our founding members, we opened the theatre because; 

Free Family Festivals at Hodgkin Park!

Wednesday 30th July 11.00am to 3.00pm, Wednesday 20th August 11.00am to 3.00pm

No booking required!

Register your Childs additional needs at the designated registration point to get a queue jump pass for all amenities from 2.00pm till 3.00pm

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

Walker Outdoor Week

Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd July at Stott's Park (East End football club) from 12-3pm. 

Wednesday 23rd, Thursday 24th and Friday 25th July at Walker park (Scrogg Road) from 12-3pm.

Our annual Walker outdoor week consist of 5 days of fun, fitness and friendly activities free of charge to children and young people. The program will be on offer across 2 parks in the East end of the city. 

We are Olympic-style wrestling club located in East End Pool in Byker. We will be having mini wrestling camps for kids and teens this summer on Fridays including lots of games, activities, and healthy food options after from the poolside café.

Every Friday during the summer break (1:30pm-3:30pm kids; 3:30pm-5:30pm teens)

Call, text or WhatsApp 07763 571798 to book

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

28th - 31st July. 4th - 7th August. 11th - 14th August. 18th -21st August 2025. Monday - Thursday 10am-2pm

The programme is designed for children with Special Educational Needs that are 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. 

Sessions will run : 10:00am - 2:00pm

^{21st - 25th July 2025}

Holiday camp with various activities including:

• Football
• Basketball
• Dodgeball
• Gymnastics
• dance
• lego
• arts and crafts and much more. 

You can choose the same activity all day or pick different ones. 

Holiday camp with various activities including arts, crafts, drawing , football, dodgeball, Fun and Games , parachute games, and much more.

10:00am - 2:00pm on the following dates:

5th August 2025 - 8th August 2025

11th August 2025 - 15th August 2025

19th August 2025 - 22nd August 2025

To book: https://sportfin.io/simplified/activity/activity-1492-excelsior-summer-…

Steeped in history, this Norman fortress is a rugged reminder of northern England’s turbulent past and where the city of Newcastle got its name.

Enjoy exploring the ancient passageways and chambers, discover the hidden stories of the Castle’s inhabitants over the centuries, and take a journey up the roof to see the most commanding views of the city. Please visit our website to find out more. Welcome to Newcastle Castle

Open 10am - 5pm daily

And remember, your entry ticket is valid for a whole year!

21st July, 28th July, 4th July, 11th August, 18th August 4pm - 6pm

Want something fun and free this summer? Our Inters sessions are for ages 10–13. Come chill, try new things, and meet friends. Here’s what you can do: •Play team games • Get creative with art, music, and media • Join trips, tournaments, and challenges • Relax, chat, and enjoy time with mates • Eat a free, tasty meal each day. It’s your space – relaxed, fun, and welcoming. You can drop in, join in, and be yourself.

Eco Influencers is a six-month program for young people aged 16-17, offering them the chance to make an impact on their local environment through eco-conscious projects and social action.

Key Details:

PRISM NE  is a support group for trans and non-binary young people set up by young people themselves, to provide a space where they are free to be who they are.  We plan activities, workshops, occasional trips and residentials.

Every 2 weeks

Throughout our camps, the children will get the opportunity to take part in lots of different activities ranging from a variety of arts and crafts to dance and fitness as well as board games, and sports games. The days are open to boys and girls from Yr3 - Yr6, the camps are FREE for FSM children and include a hot, nutritious meal and snacks throughout the day.

21 - 24 July 10:00 - 14:00

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

Throughout our camps, the children will get the opportunity to take part in lots of different activities ranging from a variety of arts and crafts to dance and fitness as well as board games, and sports games. The days are open to boys and girls from Yr3 - Yr6, the camps are FREE for FSM children and include a hot, nutritious meal and snacks throughout the day. Contact us by email at fitliz.finance@gmail.com to book

21 - 24 July & 28 -31 July 10:00 - 14:00

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

The National Saturday Club, 10am - 1pm programme is FREE and has no exams. It offers 13–16-year-olds a unique opportunity to build their skills, develop their confidence, and discover pathways to further study and future careers.     

A group for pre-walking babies and their carers. Join us for a group where babies learn through sensory exploration and connection.

Drop in, no need to book.

Support to:

• look for work
• complete job applications and CVs
• practise interview skills
• practise English, Maths and ICT

Sessions are for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school. They are friendly and welcoming and include things like; 

• sports and games
• cookery 
• arts & crafts 
• project based work 
• socialising with friends

Please contact the project before attending. Your first session is free! 

We offer a number of different sessions including:

• lunch club
• steel pan orchestra
• junior youth sessions
• senior youth sessions
• after school club
• mature action group

For more information please contact us on 0191 2647566 or email info@dycp.org.uk