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Cragside - Switched on! Shining a light on female innovation. Part of Women and Power
From 23 June, International Women in Engineering Day, discover Cragside in an extraordinary light in this brand new exhibition in partnership with Newcastle University. Switched on!
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Today and Tue 21 Aug
Harps for Beginners - Family Session
Try something new this summer and have a go at playing the harp in this family orientated workshop for complete beginners. Suitable for ages 5-17 (all under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult). Always great fun, and surprising how quickly you’ll make music!
Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre, Low Hauxley
Today
Moscow state Circus
Special offer - 2 for 1 on any seat any day! Simply call the box office – 020 3375 3970 and quote ’Juggler’ to receive the deal.
Town Moor, Grandstand road Entrance
Today and Tue 21 Aug
Cragside - Women of industry: Industrial innovation? Part of Women and Power
A new exhibition will share the experiences of women who worked in some of Newcastle’s most iconic industrial environments, exploring the contribution women made to industry at a time of major societal shift.
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Today to Fri 31 Aug
Cherryburn - Walking Looking and Telling Tales
Artist Mark Fairnington will present a series of miniature oil paintings at Cherryburn this season. The oil paintings have been made to reflect Cherryburn, the surrounding landscape, and the work of Thomas Bewick. Mark has been inspired by a series of walks he has made around Cherryburn and Northumberland.
Cherryburn, Station Bank, Mickley, Stocksfield,
Today to Fri 31 Aug
Seaton Delaval Hall - Garden talks
Join us every Monday from 26 February to find out what’s going on in the gardens at Seaton Delaval Hall. Meet a member of our expert team, find out what’s in bloom and learn more about the gardens and the landscape surrounding the hall. Booking Not Needed.
Seaton Delaval Hall, Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval
Today, Mon 27 Aug
Seaton Delaval Hall - Front of Hall Talks
Seaton Delaval Hall’s expert guides invite you to discover the history of the flamboyant Delaval family and the tale behind Vanbrugh’s architectural gem.
Seaton Delaval Hall, Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval
Today to Wed 22 Aug, Sat 25 Aug, Mon 27 Aug to Wed 29 Aug
Wallington - Time Tests Faith - The room that time forgot
Step inside the room that time forgot and have a groovy time! It’s 1968 - immerse yourself in the decade that brought us Dixon of Dock Green, Twister, miniskirts, Liberty print ties and Angel Delight! Enjoy a trip down memory lane. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.
Wallington, Cambo, Morpeth
Today to Sat 22 Sep
Helix Arts unveils free digital art trail for families in Northumberla
Hidden Treasures is a new interactive digital art trail in Stamfordham village that invites families to discover hidden boxes using a downloadable trail.
Stamfordham, Village Green, Northumberland
Today to Sun 30 Sep
Pop-Up Ashington Group Hut
This fun and family friendly experience is inspired by the hut where the Ashington Group (Pitmen Painters) met to explore art, work and life.
Queen Elizabeth II Country Park Ashington Northumberland
Today to Sun 2 Sep
Twyne Textile Group Exhibition ’Northern Reflections’
Twyne Textile Group – “Northern Reflections”
An exhibition of work by Twyne Textile Group will take place from the 4th August to 5th October 2018. The members of Twyne all live in the North East and have been inspired by dramatic landscapes, ancient heritage and northern cultures.
Gallery 45, 45 Main Street, Felton
Today to Sun 30 Sep
Landscape Trail
Come and be active as you walk around the site, following the self-led question trail around the ’Lady’. Please pay in the café. £2 per person. Our drop-in events can be very popular so please arrive early to avoid disappointment as places are limited.
Northumberlandia, Blagdon Lane, Cramlington
Tue 21 Aug
Harps for Beginners - Adult Session
An opportunity to make your dream come true! Have a go at playing the harp in this full day workshop for complete beginners (suitable for 18 years and over). You’ll be making magical sounds in minutes!! Harps provided, please bring your own lunch or purchase from the Lookout Cafe on the day.
Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre, Low Hauxley
Tue 21 Aug
Treasure Hunt
Follow clues as you explore the woodland and find treasure along the way. Make a woodland animal sculpture from the treasure to take away with you. £3 per child. Please pay in the café.
Northumberlandia, Blagdon Lane, Cramlington
Wed 22 Aug
Seaton Delaval Hall - Make & Do - Extra dates for School Holidays 2018
In addition to our usual Sunday activities, our Make & Do team will be around on Wednesdays during the school holidays. Try your hand at these children’s craft activities. Booking Not Needed. Children’s Activity.
Seaton Delaval Hall, Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval
Wed 22 Aug, Wed 29 Aug
Summer Holiday Wildlife Fun
Join us this summer holiday for outdoor, wildlife fun. We have lots of great activities to get children aged 5-12 up close and involved with nature, including mini beast hunts, small mammal walks, bird bingo and much more. £3 per child.
1 hour sessions.
Hauxey Wildlife Discovery Centre, Low Hauxley
Wed 22 Aug, Fri 24 Aug, Wed 29 Aug, Fri 31 Aug
Owl pellet Dissection
Fancy something a bit different to entertain the kids this summer holiday? Have a go at dissecting an owl pellet and find out what our barn owls had for lunch.
1 hour sessions.
Suitable for ages 5-12. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Hauxey Wildlife Discovery Centre, Low Hauxley
Wed 22 Aug, Fri 24 Aug, Wed 29 Aug, Fri 31 Aug
Cragside - Switched on! Shining a light on female innovation. Part of Women and Power
From 23 June, International Women in Engineering Day, discover Cragside in an extraordinary light in this brand new exhibition in partnership with Newcastle University. Switched on!
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Wed 22 Aug to Fri 31 Aug
Summer Fun at Manor Walks
This summer we have a range of free, family fun for all ages with an array of events in centre from 10am until 3pm. Throughout August children can enjoy being a pirate or princess for the day, play crazy golf and giant games, as well as getting crafty with different art and colouring in activities.
Manor Walks Cramlington
Thu 23 Aug to Sat 25 Aug, Fri 31 Aug
Cragside - Kayaking and canoeing
Canoe and Kayak is back for 2018 once again we’ll be working with Cullercoats Bike and Kayak to bring you exciting new ways to see Cragside this season.
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Thu 23 Aug to Sun 26 Aug, Thu 30 Aug, Fri 31 Aug
Speed Dating in Newcastle
Newcastle Speed Dating
About Speed Dating in Newcastle Events
At one of our Newcastle Speed Dating events, you will have four minutes to chat to each date.
Bonbar, The Assembly Rooms, Fenkle St, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Thu 23 Aug
Quality Craft Events in Bamburgh with Quintet Promotions
After very successful & well attended craft events in Bamburgh over the last four years, we are pleased to announce our events for 2018 at the Pavilion which is overlooked by the Castle, located in Bamburgh’s main street, opposite the car parks.
The Pavilion, next to Bamburgh Castle
Sat 25 Aug, Sun 9 Sep
Nick Harper
Nick Harper. Artists performing: Nick Harper.: Tickets avaiable.
High Forest Community Centre, Sinderhope, Nr Allendale
Sat 25 Aug
Seaton Delaval Hall - Make and do: Every Sunday
Come along to our free children’s craft activity, where you can make interesting items for gifts for loved ones, a new toy to keep yourself or an exciting piece of artwork! Booking Not Needed.
Seaton Delaval Hall, Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval
Sun 26 Aug
Hadrian’s Wall and Housesteads Fort
Venture out across Hadrian’s Wall with a guide, heading to Sycamore Gap, voted England’s Tree of the Year 2016. Enjoy magnificent views of Hadrian’s Wall and the Roman Military Way.
Hadrian’s Wall and Housesteads Fort, Bardon Mill, Hexham,
Sun 26 Aug