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. 

Ethnic Minorities Training and Education Project ...

is a grassroots outreach charity attending to issues impacting BAME individuals, groups and communities. This includes those elements deemed as deprived, disenfranchised, detached, overlooked, ignored contending various issues including vocational. educational, social, physical and emotional health concerns.

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. 

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. 

Arcadea are running fun and creative summer camps. These are for disabled and autistic young people aged 16 to 25

Radio Camp

Come and learn the art of radio!

• Wednesday 30th July 2025 - 10am to 3pm

• Wednesday 6th August 2025 - 10am to 3pm

Art Camp

Develop your art practice!

• Wednesday 13th August 2025 - 10am to 3pm

• Wednesday 20th August 2025 - 10am to 3pm

FREE Inclusive Art & Craft Workshops – Summer Series!

For ages 8+

Hosted by Disability North, led and delivered by Zoe from Zone 31 CIC!

Join us for a summer of fun, creative, and sensory-friendly art sessions designed for all abilities! Each week features different activities that are fully adaptable and inclusive, perfect for anyone who loves to get creative or try something new.

What to Expect Across the Sessions:

For children and young people with SEND aged 14 to 24 years old

Join us for an action-packed summer school where there is something new to try each day; sign up and you can enjoy sports, gaming, dance, film, and crafts with dedicated arts professionals to help you learn new skills. The week ends with 'Fun day Friday' featuring a film screening of your choice.  We invite you to takeover GCT with your energy and enthusiasm.

Monday 18 - Friday 22 August, 2025. 10am - 3pm

🎉 Summer Holiday Club! 🎉
📍 Where? St Hughs Church, Gosforth, NE3 3HS
📅 When? Every Wednesday 10-1pm during the summer holidays
🍕 What? 

Each week is a different fun activity including; cooking, baking, pool table, foosball, video games, board/card games, arts & crafts, balloon modelling and much more.

Our Holiday Clubs are for children aged 7-15 with SEND however a diagnosis is not required and siblings are welcome too! £12 per child.
Sessions will be led by Natalie at Mochii and are supported by the Kings Trust ✨ 

Join us for a fun and engaging experience at the Youth Group (for ages 6-14, low/medium needs). 

Meet new friends, participate in activities, and grow together in a supportive environment. Activities include:

• arts and crafts

• cooking and baking 

• board games 

• video games

• pool, air hockey and table football

Only £12 for 3 hours of fun and games.

St Hughs Church is wheelchair accessible. 

Join us for a chilled evening with like minded people including those with additional needs and disabilities. Take part part in activities including: 

• board game battles

• video game battles

• baking 

• movie nights

• bowling

• mini golf

• meals out

An opportunity to make friends in a fun, safe, and non judgemental environment. 

Location depends on weekly activity.

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. 

Wednesday 30th July 2025

Come along to our 2025 Summer Fair. Entry is free. You can enjoy:

• tombola and raffle

• cake stall

• tea, coffee and mocktails

• arts and craft activities

• good quality pre-loved clothes 

All money raised will help keep the Geordie Mums group running. It supports mums with a learning disability and/or autism.