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 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.

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. 

Come along on our gentle, social walks. We enjoy walking together in many different places. New people are always welcome. 

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. 

Come along to our friendly interest and social group. It is for people aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism. We enjoy doing things such as:

• singing karaoke

• bingo and games

• playing pool

• visiting museums

• and more!

Want to find out where we'll be going and what we'll be doing? Then look for our monthly Groups Newsletters posted on our Skills for People Facebook Page.

Meet and Connect gives you a chance to learn. Previous sessions have looked at: 

• Digital skills

• Mental health

• 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.

Come along for a free lunch and chat with others. We offer a selection of sarnies, crisps, fruit and biscuits.

Food served from 12pm. 

For people aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism. 

Want to find out our next date? 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. 

Sunday 17th August 2025 

Join us for a disco and food! For adults (18+) with learning disabilities and/or autism. 

Let us know you are coming by calling 0191 281 8737 or emailing information@skillsforpeople.org.uk.

You can also walk with us from Central Station to The Globe. Just let us know. 

Free, drop in

Bring your little ones and rest with light-up orbs and cubes, large soft shapes, matting and a sofa to relax on.

Take a pause. Your little one can enjoy:

Tuesday 5th August 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm
Tuesday 2nd September 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm
Tuesday 7th October 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm
Tuesday 4th November 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm
Tuesday 2nd December 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm

We can support you if your child (aged 5 to 11) are waiting for a neurodevelopmental assessment.

We are running Monthly Cuppa and Cake Parent Support drop-ins for parents and carers both in Metrocentre Community Hub in Gateshead and Gosforth Civic Centre.