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The garden works with nature to create a great place for people and wildlife to enjoy. The garden is about our community, whether in Scotswood and Benwell or the wider area, and we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved in our work. This can be as a visitor to the garden, as a member of our volunteer team, or as a participant in one of our events. We welcome you to visit and enjoy the fruits of our labours.
The Charity Patchwork was set up in order to help and educate young people between the ages of 8 and 25 years resident in the West End of Newcastle Upon Tyne and the surrounding area. This includes those who are involved in the Criminal Justice System or at risk of becoming involved in the Criminal Justice System, without distinction of sex, sexual orientation, race or political, religious or other opinion.
ACANE exists to support the settlement of asylum seekers and refugees from the African continent, who have been dispersed to the North East region and Tyneside, in particular, and to actively promote their integration with the host community so that they can lead full and active lives, and participate in and contribute to the community on an equal basis.
Afterschool club
Afterschool club with free Access to IT, Internet, Table Football and art & Craft.
Kids Kabin provides regular creative activities to enable personal development. We engage kids from disadvantaged areas in creative activities to support their learning and personal development. For ages 8 to 13 years
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.
Kids Kabin runs specialist workshops for kids in multiple areas, including:
The Barnardo’s Wellness Recovery Project offers free, person-centred 1-2-1 counselling for women and children (including families) across Northumbria who have been victims of, and witnessed, domestic abuse. The project is based in Jesmond at the Barnardo’s Orchard Mosaic offices but we also offer outreach support in schools and the local community where appropriate.
Referrals for counselling can be made by any professionals and self-referrals are also accepted.
Join our friendly, weekly drop-in sessions in the West End of Newcastle, the perfect place to meet new friends, have fun and get free confidential advice and information.
Every week you we:
- Cook a nutritious meal
- Eat together
- Share how our week has been
- Do fun activities
Age 16 years +
Our vision is that North Benwell will not be considered disadvantaged or deprived. We wish to see the young people of North Benwell enjoy the same possibilities of life as their peers in other areas of Newcastle upon Tyne.
The young people of North Benwell will generate their own hope for the future and be the agents of their own destinies.
These sessions mean that a young person can speak to workers as and when they feel the need of support or advice, or often when a crisis arises.
Please ring before attending.
For Teenagers.
Our vision is that North Benwell will not be considered disadvantaged or deprived. We wish to see the young people of North Benwell enjoy the same possibilities of life as their peers in other areas of Newcastle upon Tyne.
The young people of North Benwell will generate their own hope for the future and be the agents of their own destinies.
Detached sessions allow the North Benwell Youth Project to engage with potential users and meet young people in the street.
For girls aged 11-13.
The group offers opportunities to explore life and relationship issues and practise life-skills such as planning and organising in a safe environment. This will also help to build self-esteem and confidence.
Please ring before attending.
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, share experiences and exchange insights into support for young people with SEND in the local area and beyond. The monthly meet-ups alternate between in-person meetings and online meetings. Learn more at FAB Group - Children North East (children-ne.org.uk).
For boys age 13+
A group ran by North Benwell Youth Project. NBYP wish to see the young people of North Benwell enjoy the same possibilities of life as their peers in other areas of Newcastle upon Tyne: the young people of North Benwell will generate their own hope for the future and be the agents of their own destinies.
During group clubs, there are opportunities to explore life and relationship issues and practise life-skills such as planning and organising in a safe environment, as well building self esteem and confidence.
A group ran by North Benwell Youth Project. NBYP wish to see the young people of North Benwell enjoy the same possibilities of life as their peers in other areas of Newcastle upon Tyne: the young people of North Benwell will generate their own hope for the future and be the agents of their own destinies.
These sessions are led and coordinated by Gem Arts and funded through Youth Music, to support local organisations to offer structured high quality music sessions to young people delivered by professional musicians.
A group ran by North Benwell Youth Project. NBYP wish to see the young people of North Benwell enjoy the same possibilities of life as their peers in other areas of Newcastle upon Tyne: the young people of North Benwell will generate their own hope for the future and be the agents of their own destinies.
During group clubs, there are opportunities to explore life and relationship issues and practise life-skills such as planning and organising in a safe environment, as well building self esteem and confidence.
Please ring before attending.
A Junior group for ages 8-11 ran by North Benwell Youth Project.
Our vision is that North Benwell will not be considered disadvantaged or deprived. We wish to see the young people of North Benwell enjoy the same possibilities of life as their peers in other areas of Newcastle upon Tyne.
The young people of North Benwell will generate their own hope for the future and be the agents of their own destinies.
A weekly session for young people to meet chat and create, through art, music and games.
Children North East have some new Youth Groups starting this week.
Children aged 15-17 meet on a Tuesday (term time only) 4.30pm until 6.30pm
Children aged 11-14 meet on a Wednesday (term time only) 4.30pm until 6.30pm
At the Cowgate Centre, NE5 3UT
For girls aged 14+
Our groups offer opportunities to explore life and relationship issues and practise life-skills such as planning and organising in a safe environment. It will also help to build self-esteem and confidence.
Please ring before attending.
At Inspire Youth, we offer a vast range of children services from youth and play work to specialised mentoring programmes. We aim to give every child the best possible chance at life, and work by our motto “enrichment beyond the classroom"
For ages 5-12 year olds
Session is free, no need to book
Come and have a frisk, smash the patriarchy and make new friends!
Ages 13 to 19 years
At Inspire Youth, we offer a vast range of children services from youth and play work to specialised mentoring programmes. We aim to give every child the best possible chance at life, and work by our motto “enrichment beyond the classroom"
The sessions provide the young people with a safe, calm, enriching environment where they can socialise, stay active, take part in many activities, learn life skills and get fed.
Run by North Benwell Youth Project.
Our groups offer opportunities to explore life and relationship issues and practise life-skills such as planning and organising in a safe environment, as well building self esteem and confidence.
Please ring before attending.
Ran by North Benwell Youth Project
Our groups offer opportunities to explore life and relationship issues and practise life-skills such as planning and organising in a safe environment, as well as building self esteem and confidence.
For boys aged 8-11.
Northumbria Victim & Witness Service is dedicated to helping people affected by crime in Tyne & Wear and Northumberland.
At Northumbria Victim & Witness Service we provide victims and witnesses with support after crime, regardless of who they are and their circumstances. Our service is independent, non-judgemental and confidential and we offer free advice after crime. We provide bespoke support, personalised to the needs of each individual.
Join our volunteer-led cake decorating group and practice a variety of cake decorating and sugar craft techniques, including piping, flower making and modelling using edible materials.
To book: contact Emma on 0191 2260754 or email emma@riversidechp.org.uk
A free and confidential dog fostering service for people fleeing domestic abuse and going into refuge or other emergency accommodation.
Open to anyone who has experienced anti-LGBTQIA+ violence or harassment and needs a safe space to talk. The helpline is run by LGBTQIA+ people and is completely confidential. It is operated by Galop, the LGBTQIA+ anti-violence charity supporting people facing hate crime, domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Live webchat also available via the website.
We will call you back if you can't get through to us the first time or if you call outside our opening hours. Just leave us a message with your contact details and the best time to get back to you.