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WIN a round of minigolf for 4 at PARKLANDS GOLF, GOSFORTH Closing date April 25th 2023 Raring2go! COMPETITIONS & OFFERS WIN a family day ticket to visit DIGGERLAND Closing date April 30th 2023 WIN a family ticket to NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY SHOW on Saturday 27th May Closing date May 7th 2023 WIN a family day ticket to visit WHITEHOUSE FARM Closing date May 22nd 2023 WIN a family day ticket to visit WASHINGTON WETLAND CENTRE Closing date April 30th 2023 WIN a pair of tickets to Good Friday Raceday at NEWCASTLE RACECOURSE Kids Go Free Closing date March 27th 2023 Copyright © 2023 Mojo Publishing Ltd. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical or electronic, including photocopying and recording or by any information storage and retrieval system, without written permission from the publisher. Requests for permission or further information should be addressed to the publisher: Raring2go! Northumberland Email: northumberland@raring2go.co.uk Tel: 07843622028 2 raring2go.co.uk TO VIEW ALL OUR COMPETITIONS AND TO ENTER PLEASE VISIT www.raring2go.co.uk WIN a Ten Pin Bowling Party for 10 children at Eldon Leisure, Newcastle Closing date May 16th 2023 WIN a family day ticket to ADVENTURE VALLEY Closing date May 22nd 2023
Raring2go! WELCOME Hello and welcome to the latest edition of Raring2go! With 5 bank holidays, 2 school holidays and the King’s Coronation coming up there is loads happening over the next few months so sit down with your diary and get planning! Please remember that due to space we can’t include all events so please visit our website for our full guide. Thanks, Amy Email: northumberland@ raring2go.co.uk Tel: 07843622028 Want to be part of the next issue? Booking deadline is 9th June! WHAT YOU WILL FIND INSIDE THIS ISSUE P.2 Lots of competitions! P.3 - P.11 What’s On P.12 - P.13 What’s On For Little One’s P.16 Could you be our next Editor? P.20 - P.21 Party Ideas P.22 What’s On At The Theatre P.23 Local Holiday Camps P.26 The Big Help Out P.24 & P.25 Family Services P.28 & 29 Raring2grow! P.30 Become a Raring2go! Reporter 3
4 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Celebrating the Future of Farming at Northumberland County Show on Saturday 27th May 2023 The Northumberland County Show has a future of farming theme this year. Come and see the amazing display of vintage tractors and bikes, bailing through the ages and grand parade. There are some exciting things to see and do, little ones can even have a go at milking a cow and lambing a sheep in our new free farm discovery area! Follow the Zog Trail, looking out for characters from the story, uncover hidden signs and collect stars just like Zog did at Dragon School. We also have fifty free Zog activity packs to give away at the Forestry England stand. Come and meet the giant tortoises and watch our amazing camels have a race in the main arena. As always there are hundreds of animals, including cows and sheep, horses and ponies, pigs and goats, alpacas, rabbits and guinea pigs,plus competitive baking and crafts. With live music and great food; fun fair; Cumberland Wrestling. Children’s Area with Vikings, bubble football and ultimate bounce. Meet the hounds and beagles, see snakes at our exotic petting zoo; tug of war; and over 350 trade stands and food outlets. There’s something for everyone! For tickets and information, please visit www.northcountyshow.co.uk northcountyshow.co.uk WIN A Family Ticket Enter at www.raring2go.co.uk Closing date May 7th 2023
5 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Whitehouse Farm Centre, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 6AW T 01670 789998 E info@whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk Follow us! Bottle Feed Lambs! Hop Into Magic Shows! Meet Lots of Baby Animals! Meet the Easter Bunny and take part in the Easter Egg Hunt (7th – 10th April) Easter EGGSTRAVAGANZA Saturday 1ST – sunday 16th april Online Booking Recommended Raring2Go Advert (Easter 2023).indd 1 01/03/2023 16:36 www.highhousebarn.co.uk near Corbridge, Northumberland Dogs on leads welcome selected dates from April onwards see www.highhousebarn.co.uk/whatson for details selected dates in April GLAMPING BAR & RESTAURANT FAIRY DOOR WALK LAMBING EXPERIENCE REGULAR FAMILY EVENTS WOOD FIRED PIZZAS INDOOR PLAY, OUTDOOR PARK FARM TOURS ICE CREAM BAR
6 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON What’s on this Spring? It’s a busy one that’s for sure – 5 bank holidays, 2 school holidays and the King’s Coronation! Please check our events calendar at www.raring2go.co.uk/northumberland for full details of all events listed and many more! Also, please follow Facebook, Twitter and Instagram where regular updates will be posted. Information correct at time of going to print but please do check websites as timings may change & events may sell out. Have fun! Horrible Histories® Pirates: The Exhibition, National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool. Enjoy an epic adventure across the seven seas. This fun and light-hearted look at life onboard comes complete with costumes and deadly armaments ready for you to take into battle with the enemy. Usual admission charges apply. Dino-Roar Adventures, Lightwater Valley. 25 Mar – 1 May 10am – 5pm. There’ll be lots of dino fun this spring. Meet Rex the Valleysaurus, paint a dino egg, have your face painted, watch the crazy cave man puppet show, enjoy a dino UV disco and lots more. Usual admission charges apply. Easter Fun, Brocksbushes. 31 Mar - 16 April. Kids fun zone and alpaca encounters. Meet the Blackberry Donkey’s, High House Barn. 1 Apr. Discover all that there is to know about these animals. Easter Egg-Stravaganza, Adventure Valley. 1 – 16 Apr 10am – 5pm Don’t miss the “egg-cellent” extra fun this Easter Holiday! Visit the spectacular Easter Garden (all undercover) and meet the Easter Bunny. Hunt for eggs to earn a chocolate treat! Daily shows and an activity every 30 minutes - all included in entry! Plus, Brand NEW Playframes opening for Easter! Book discounted tickets online. adventurevalley.co.uk Usual admission charges apply. Duck Detectives, WWT Washington. 1 – 16 Apr 10am – 5pm. Join us for a family day out of exploration and discovery that will put all your senses to the test. To succeed as a Duck Detective and complete our Easter trail, you’ll need to get closer than ever to nature.wwt.org.uk Usual admission charges apply. Easter EGGstravaganza, Whitehouse Farm. 1 – 16 Apr 10am – 5pm. Hop into all our usual activities including Critter Shows, Groom a Goat, Meerkat Talk and Feed, Donut Catapult Slide, Tractor Rides, Bouncing Pillows and play areas. Plus, daily magic shows, bottle feeding lambs, Easter babies to cuddle and lots more. Take part in our Easter Egg Hunt around the farm on 7 – 10 April and meet the Easter Bunny. Usual admission charges apply. Easter in the City Trail, Sunerland. 1 – 16 Apr Enjoy some eggstra special family fun around Sunderland city centre this Easter. Including our ever-popular AR Trail on the Sunderland Experience app, free activities and more!
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 7 Baby Dino Egg Hunt, Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens. 1 – 14 Apr Follow the trail to find the dinosaur eggs and babies and answer the questions to claim a themed prize. sunderlandculture.org.uk £2.50 per trail. Easter Fun, Life Science Centre. 1 – 16 Apr 10am – 5pm. Families can enjoy hands-on experiments and exhibits, live shows, space adventures, and crafty ‘egg’ catapult making activities. life.org.uk Usual admission charges apply. LOOKING FOR HOLIDAY CLUBS? SEE OUR FEATURE ON PAGE 23. Easter Adventure Quest, Belsay Hall & Gardens. 1 – 16 Apr 10am – 5pm. Hunt for clues and challenges and discover traditional Easter games like egg rolling and the egg and spoon race. english-heritage.org.uk £2 plus admission charge. National Trust Easter Egg Hunt, Gibside.1 – 18 Apr, Wallington, 3 – 14 Apr, From 10am. Make your way along the trail and find spring-inspired activities for the whole family. The price includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg at the end. £3 - usual admission charges apply. Alice & Mr Rabbit’s Interactive Adventure, Rainton Arena. 1-2, 6-11 Apr From 12.30pm. Hop down the rabbit hole to help Alice and Hatter find Mr Rabbit, going on an adventure through Wonderland to the Rabbit Burrow. On the way pass through the Hatter’s Tea Party, egg hunts, Easter crafts and a disco party with Mr Rabbit. Easter egg for all children. raintonarena. co.uk £16.50 child, £11 adult. Springtime Bird Trail, Discovery Museum. 1 - 16 Apr 10am – 5pm. Local species of birds have escaped throughout the museum from the Story of the Tyne gallery - can you spot where they are hiding? Family Ceilidh, West End Methodist Church Hall, Shaftoe Leazes, Hexham NE46 3DF. 1 April, 6 May, 3 June, 1 July. 2pm - 4pm. Dancing to live music. Adult £3 Child £2 including juice and biscuit. Northumberlandia Food and Craft Market, Northumberlandia. Cramlington. 2 Apr. Pond Dipping, WWT Washington. 2, 4, 6, 7 Apr, 10am – 5pm. Grab a net and explore the world underwater with our education team during this family-friendly pond dipping session. wwt.org.uk Usual admission charges apply. Heritage Train Rides, Stephenson Steam Railway. Selected dates from 2 Apr Take the family on a heritage train ride this April. Booking essential
8 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Springtime Glass Painting, National Glass Centre. 3, 8 & 15 Apr 10am – 12pm & 1 - 4pm Paint a cheerful design onto a clear glass decoration. Take it home and display it to celebrate Easter and springtime. Age 5+. Drop in. sunderlandculture.org.uk £5. Easter Sports, Souter Lighthouse and The Leas. 3 & 12 Apr. 11am – 3.30pm Have a go at outdoor games and mini-sports activities for all the family including football, badminton and archery. We’ll be on hand to help. nationaltrust.org.uk. FREE. Family Den Building, Northumberlandia, Cramlington. 4 Apr 10:30am - 12pm nwt.org.uk. Glass Painted Homes, National Glass Centre. 4 & 11 Apr. 10am – 12pm & 1 - 4pm. Design a house from the past, or one from the future using a selection of brightly coloured glass paints to create a stained-glass effect. Age 5+. Drop in. sunderlandculture.org.uk £5. Daily animal hour and chick holding. Wheelbirks Farm. 4 - 13 Apr. Pre booking essential at wheelbirks.co.uk. Bugs n Stuff, Woodhorn Museum, Ashington. 4 sessions per day on April 4 - 6 & 11 -13 Apr. Tickets for this event are FREE but normal museum admission applies. museumsnorthumberland.org.uk Fantasy Fused Glass Homes, National Glass Centre. 5, 7, 12 & 14 Apr 10, 11.30am, 2 & 3.30pm. Design an abstract house and use coloured glass tiles and glass grains to create an eye-catching solid glass decoration. Age 6+. Booking required. sunderlandculture.org.uk £12 Crafty Romans, Arbeia Roman Fort 5 & 12 Apr. 11am – 4pm Make a collage bird picture to take home on the 5th and explore the animals that lived at and around Arbeia Roman fort 2000 years ago and the importance they played in the inhabitants’ life on the 12th. arbeiaromanfort.org.uk. FREE Make a Sock Bunny, Souter Lighthouse and The Leas. 5 Apr 11am – 4pm. Create an Easter Bunny with a character all of its own, to keep or give away as a unique Easter gift.nationaltrust.org.uk £2. Active Sunderland Easter Fun, Herrington Country Park. 6 Apr. 11am – 4pm Enjoy an afternoon of family activities including cycling and running challenges, family games and the ever-popular Easter egg roll! Booking required for egg roll. mysunderland. co.uk FREE Easter Sandcasting, National Glass Centre. 6 & 10 Apr. 9.30am & 10.30am Create a glass egg, bird, hedgehog or car using sand to make a mould. Age 6+. Booking required.
9 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON All Weather Championship Finals Day, Newcastle Racecourse. 7 Apr. Kids go free! newcastleraceourse.co.uk Easter Bunny, Woodhorn Museum, Ashington. 7 – 10 Apr. 10.30am and 3.30pm. Find the bunny on site and you will receive a small treat! museumsnorthumberland.org.uk Steaming Weekend, Ryhope Engine Museum. 7 - 10 Apr, 27 – 29 May. 11am – 4pm. Visit the museum for its annual steam weekends. Take the opportunity for a tour round the engine house to see the beam engines in operation. ryhopeengines. org.uk FREE. Easter Egg Hunt, Souter Lighthouse and The Leas. 7 – 10 Apr. 11am – 4pm Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. The price includes a trail map, pencil and a chocolate egg at the end. Easter Celebrations, Beamish. 7 – 10 Apr. 10am – 5pm. Find out how Easter was celebrated in years gone by. Plus, lots of egg-citing activities across the museum including baking, crafts and games. beamish.org. uk. Usual admission charges apply. Teddy Bear’s Picnic, High House Barn. 8 Apri. 12pm - 3pm. Bring the family & favourite teddy bears and join in the picnic. Picnic provided by High House Barn. Easter Egg Hunt, High House Barn. 8-10 Apr. 10am 3pm. Explore around the pony field and discover hidden eggs! Find them all to win a love Easter prize! 20th Birthday Celebrations, Dalton Park 9 Apr. Join us for a free music festival. Situated by the Next Outlet entrance, we’ll have music and entertainment throughout the day to kickstart your Easter weekend celebrations. Easter Crafts, Crook Hall. 11 & 14 Apr 11am – 4pm. Create a special nature themed craft as a memento of your day in the gardens. Family minibeast hunt, Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre, Northumberland. 13 Apr 10:30 - 12:00. Join us at Hauxley for a fun family morning where we’ll discover some of the bug-life living on the nature reserve in a minibeast hunt. Nwt.org.uk Sun & Seasons Trail, Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens. 22 Apr – 3 Jun. Learn amazing facts about the Sun and how it supports all life on earth. Claim a prize sticker when you have completed the trail. sunderlandculture.org.uk. £1 per trail. Kid’s Fun Zone, Brocksbushes. 28 Apr - 1 May. Unlimited rides, inflatables, mini golf & garden games. £9.99 per child. Teddy Bear’s Picnic, Whitehouse Farm 29 Apr – 1 May. 10am – 5pm. If you come down to the farm today, you’re sure of a big surprise! There’ll be lots of competitions, games and Teddytastic fun plus all our usual activities. Usual admission charges apply
10 raring2go.co.uk 10 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Discovery Brick Lego Weekend, Discovery Museum. 29 - 30 Apr 10am – 5pm. See some of the newest LEGO models and displays from a hand-picked selection of the best LEGO builders in the UK. From £3 May Day Celebrations, Beamish. 1 May. 10am – 5pm. Did you know that May Day was one of the biggest annual celebrations in Edwardian times? Come along and find out why. beamish.org.uk. Usual admission charges apply. The Festival of the Rose, Vindolanda Roman Army Museum. 1 May - 5 Jun. Spring Evening Racing, Newcastle Racecourse. 5 & 8 May KIDS GO FREE. Superheroes & Princesses, Whitehouse Farm. 6 – 8 May. 10am – 5pm Over the King’s Coronation weekend, we’ll have an array of Superheroes and Princesses at the farm. Come along and meet your heroes and get a selfie! Family Ceilidh, West End Methodist Church Hall, Shaftoe Leazes, Hexham NE46 3DF. 6 May, 3 June, 1 July. 2pm - 4pm. Dancing to live music. Adult £3 Child £2 including juice and biscuit. Coronation Weekend Celebrations, Beamish. 6 & 8 May. 10am – 5pm. Join us for 1950s-style Coronation Weekend celebrations as we celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. BIG 3km Run, Keel Square. 7 May The BIG 3km run offers everyone, of whatever age or ability, the opportunity to be part of a fantastic running weekend in the city. mysunderland.co.uk. From £5. Kids Wildlife Photography, Wallington. 13 May 1 - 2pm. Discover secrets and top tricks to becoming an expert wildlife photographer. Tynemouth Food Festival, Tynemouth Priory & Castle. 13 -14 May. Blyth Battery Goes To War. 20 & 21 May. Weapon demos, displays & live entertainment. Northumberland County Show 27 May. 9am – 6pm There’ll be fun for the whole family with animals galore, music, singing, tractors, a climbing wall and much more. Plus, local traders selling the best food and drink. Come and meet the giant tortoises! FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN A FAMILY TICKET - SEE PAGE 4
11 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Amble Puffin Festival, Throughout Amble. 27 – 28 May. Celebrate all things puffin with a craft fair, guided nature walks, bird watching, arts and crafts, watersports and live music. Dino Week, Adventure Valley. 27 May – 4 Jun. 10am – 5pm. Get up close and personal with our very friendly roaring T-Rex and Velociraptor and so much more! Special Dino Shows, dinosaur photo opportunities, birds of prey plus 6 huge play zones to explore, daily shows and an activity every 30 minutes all included in entry! Book now as tickets are expected to sell out. adventurevalley.co.uk Usual admission charges apply. Kids Rule! Belsay Hall & Gardens 27 May – 4 Jun. 10am – 5pm. Get ready for a right royal knees-up to celebrate King Charles III’s coronation with merry monarchs, hands-on activities and fresh-air family fun. english-heritage.org.uk Usual admission charges apply. Dinosaurs & Dragons, Whitehouse Farm. 27 May – 4 Jun. 10am – 5pm There’ll be a week of dinosaur and dragon themed activities at the farm plus all our usual activities. whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk Usual admission charges apply. May Half-Term Adventures Gibside. 27 May – 4 Jun. 11am – 4pm Free family activities and outdoor adventures every day of the school holidays. Usual admission charges apply. Bronze Age Vessels, Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens. 31 May 1 & 2.30pm. Make a Bronze Age vessel from clay decorated with symbols of the sun and the seasons. Windows into Strange Worlds Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens. 3 Jun. 11 – 12.30 & 1.30 - 3pm. Make a magic window picture with a view into an imaginary world. Adventure Cinema – Encanto, Herrington Park. 4 Jun. 2pm. Immerse yourself in the magic of the movies with an outdoor screening of Encanto. adventurecinema.co.uk Open Farm Sunday, Various locations 11 Jun. Check which of our local farms are holding an open farm event. farmsunday.org. Food and Drink Festival, Sunderland City Centre. 23 – 25 Jun. Enjoy a weekend of fabulous food and drink plus entertainment for the whole family. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ALL OF THESE EVENTS & MANY MORE PLEASE VISIT www.raring2go.co.uk 11 LOOKING FOR HOLIDAY CLUBS FOR HALF TERM? SEE OUR FEATURE ON PAGE 23.
12 raring2go.co.uk Toddler Groups Ebchester Village Hall. Wednesday 9.30-11am & Fridays 9.1510.45am. Lots of toys and activites. Hexham Community Centre. Every Thursday 9.15am-11am. No booking required. Longhorsley Village Hall. Every Thursday in term time, from 9.1511am. There are toys, snacks and some crafts for only £2 per family (which includes a hot drink for grown-ups!). Everyone welcome, no booking required. Facebook page is “Longhorsley Village Hall Toddler Group”. Owlets Toddler Group, Eastlea Primary School, Cramlington. Every Thursday during term time from 9-10.30am, £3 and no booking required. St. Aiden’s Church, Morpeth. FREE Playgroup every Tuesday 9.30 -11am & 1pm–2.30pm, Wednesday 9.30am–11am. Free hot drinks and snacks but donations to keep provisions running are appreciated. St James Community Centre, Morpeth. A role play based session with stories at the end. £6 per child with £1 for additional child or adult. Which includes a snack, drink and hot drink for the adult. Every Wednesday 10.30-12 noon, term time only. Pre School Events Stay & Play, Explorers, Wylam. Every Wednesday (Term Time). 10am -11am. Fun, stories, music and playing outdoors. Call or whatsapp to book 07946607581. Babes in Arms, Wheelbirks. Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month 10am till 12noon (term time only). A friendly social group for parents and carers of young babies to meet others, share their experiences, joys and challenges. Family Fun with Stomping Grounds. Dukes Hagg Wood, Moor Road, Prudhoe, Saturdays 22nd April, 13th May, 10th June & 15th July from 10am-12pm with your smaller children for some family fun in the woods! Suitable for toddlers, pre-schoolers and Early Years children up to the age of 6. Sessions include stories, woodland crafts, campfire snacks and songs. Pre School Day. Life Science Centre. 21st April . Enjoy a day of fun and interactive activities designed especially for you and your little ones. 9.30am – 3.00pm. Tiny Sparks, Discovery Museum. 29th March & 6th April, Story & crafts for pre-school children. For for 3-5 year olds. 12 raring2go.co.uk
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Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 16 raring2go.co.uk Could you be the next Editor for Raring2go! Northumberland? Have you ever dreamed of running your own business, making your own decisions and taking control of your working life to fit around your family? After 10 amazing years, I am now looking for a new owner to take over the Northumberland edition of Raring2go! During my years as Editor, I’ve enjoyed discovering new places to visit with my family, reviewing shows at the theatre, and trying out new activities with my two children. By working for myself, I have been lucky enough to be there for the daily school run, attend sports days and nativities, and take time off around the school holidays. While Raring2go! is a business where you work for yourself, you are part of a supportive franchise network, where there’s always someone on hand to give advice if you need it. I would love for another local, passionate parent to enjoy the same experiences I have. However, it is important for me to find the right person to take over, so I will continue to publish Raring2go! until I find that special person. No previous experience is necessary although an interest in the local community, an eye for detail and a tenacious attitude will certainly help. If you’re ready for a change in direction and have always dreamed of working for yourself, please do get in touch. Call Amy on 07843622028 or email northumberland@raring2go.co.uk 16
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18 raring2go.co.uk 1. Building connections and relationships Many young people struggle in their relationships with others, feeling isolated, disconnected and both anxious and afraid of meeting new people. Time spent on an Outward Bound residential helps build meaningful relationships, develop trust, cooperation and a sense of ‘connectedness’. 2. Tackling fear of failure Outward Bound courses are carefully designed so that failure can be positively experienced and overcome. Instructors help develop a positive relationship with failure by encouraging them to redefine it as a learning experience, where “fail” stands for “First Attempt In Learning”. 3. Building a sense of confidence Comfort zones are never easy to step out of but during an Outward Bound adventure young people learn to embrace new experiences and tackle things they have never done before. 3 ways an Outward Bound adventure improves wellbeing Taking part in an Outward Bound course gives young people the opportunity to build confidence and self-belief, to develop skills and to improve their relationships with others, providing them with the tools and resources they need to function well as individuals and to flourish in life – the very foundation of wellbeing. The Outward Bound Trust is an educational charity that delivers life-enhancing adventures in some of the wildest corners of the UK. Learn more about their school residentials and Summer Adventures at: outwardbound.org.uk MASTER R2G SPRING 2023.qxp_Layout 1 22/02/2023 12:32 Page 16 Raring2go! FEATURE
20 raring2go.co.uk PARTY IDEAS! Full Of Beans, North East. Full of Beans Parties are jam packed with fun, games, music and sport. Their MultiSkills parties are popular with children aged 4 – 6 then they offer more sports specific parties to older children. Parties can be tailored made to suit interests and ages so please get in touch to discuss the various options. www.fullofbeansfitness.co.uk Ultimate Bounce, Consett. Enjoy bouncing birthday fun at a spacious and fun indoor trampoline park. Enjoy dodge ball, balance beams, gladiator stands, air bags, foma pits and much more! Visit their Facebook page or call 01207 508711 for info. Jumbo Jungle, Consett. With over 11000 sq ft of nonstop fun and games Jumbo Jungle is your ideal party venue. Toddlers have their very own play frame just for them and children over 4 years old, can explore the main jungle frame which has a whopping four stories with a giant twisty slide, rope swings & high tower bridge. If that is not enough there is also have a fantastic indoor football pitch! Wheelbirks, Stocksfield. For children aged 1 to 4 years old, the wonderful pre-school area within the Parlour can be hired for your exclusive use and is specially decorated for the occasion. All the children are served a delicious homemade lunch followed by a yummy ice cream of their choice! Ice cream sundae & farm tour parties are also available on request for older children. www.wheelbirks.co.uk Canny Crafty, Stocksfield & Gosforth. A Canny Crafty Pottery Painting Party is the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion. You will have a fantastic time painting with friends and family with the added bonus of taking away a unique hand-painted item as a keepsake from your special day. www.cannycafty.co.uk Allout Adventures, Slaley. Try something different and exciting this year for your child’s birthday party. Choose from quad biking, archery, segway assault course, splat master (child friendly version of paintball) all activities suitable for kids aged 6‐15yrs. www.alloutadventures .co.uk Strike Bowling Concordia, Cramlington & Wentworth Bowl, Hexham. Give your child a fun-packed birthday party to remember with a ten pin bowling party at either Hexham or Cramlington Active Northumberland centres. Fun, food and bowling all under one roof available for children under 16 yrs. www.activenorthumberland.org.uk Sporty Parties at Active Northumberland Centres. For the sporty stars in the family, give them a birthday to remember with a sports party at one of Active Northumberland centres. You pick the location, then let the team at the Active Northumberland do the rest! Please call 01670 620200 to discuss your party package. Bespoke Birthday Parties, Explorers, Wylam. Small group parties designed around the interests of the birthday child. Lasting for three hours and based on a theme of their Raring2go! PARTY TIME Fanc winnin tickets some these shows Visit
21 Raring2go! PARTY TIME cy ng s to of e s? t choice, the party will be full of games, crafts and fun, with each child taking home their very own woodland keepsake. Camp fire food can be provided. www.explorersonline.co.uk Northumberland College Zoo offer a guided tour of the zoo followed by a private reptile encounters session, & party food. Zoo Keeper Experience parties also available. Inspired Pots, Hexham. Everyone wants an event or party to be a memorable occasion and that’s exactly what we can offer at Inspired Pots! Your children, friends, family or colleagues will have fun being creative together with the added bonus of being able to take home a truly unique reminder of that special occasion - their very own work of art! www.inspiredpots.co.uk Stomping Grounds, Prudhoe. A 2 hour forest school party which can be tailored to your childs needs. Activities can include campfire cooking, woodland games, den building, treasure hunts, mini beast hotels, arts & crafts and stories & songs! www.stomping-grounds.org Glendale Leisure, Haltwhistle. Hire the pool for your own private swimming party! www.glendaleleisure.co.uk Whitehouse Farm, Morpeth. Have a FARMTASTIC birthday party at Whitehouse Farm, they have a selection of Party Packages on offer to ensure your special birthday boys and girls have a celebration to remember, with all their friends. All parties include a delicious birthday tea in the Hungry Pig Cafe including juice for all the children, plus after the party you and your party guests can enjoy the rest of the day on the farm. www.whitehousefarm.co.uk Airbox Bounce, Cramlington. Airbox provides the ultimate trampolining experience for children and adults alike and is the perfect venue for a party! The venue is full of interconnected trampolines, angled walls, roll-over platforms, slamdunk basketball nets, trick airbags, foam pits, battle-beams, cardio wall, Ninja area & dedicated party rooms. www.airboxbounce.co.uk Pirates Sparrow Island – CrazyPutt Adventure Golf, Morpeth. All 18 floodlit holes are inspired by famous golf holes from around the world, mixed with la Sparrow Island Pirate Adventure, surrounded by Pirates, Lighthouse, Large killer Whale, Crossbones Skull, Rafts, Jolly Tavern and a Graveyard, this truly is a facility for everyone to enjoy. Birthday Party packages available 7 days a week. www.crazyputtadventuregolfmorpeth.com New Mills Trout Fishing Park, Brampton. Whether you have a keen little angler our they just fancy having a go the fun family fishing like is an ideal spot! www.newmillstroutfishingpark.co.uk Haltwhistle Outdoor Swimming Pool reopens for the season in mid April, you can hire the pool for your own exclusive party! www.haltwhistleleisure.co.uk For more information, please visit raring2go.co.uk/northumberland and click on the party tab at the top of the page. 21
22 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON What’s on at the Theatre? Exchange, North Shields www.attheexchange.info 0191 258 4111 1 April: Hey Diddle Diddle (for the under 6s) 15 April: Professor Slug’s House of Bugs (for age 3 – 10) 27 April: Tales from a thousand and one nights (for age 10+) Northern Stage, Newcastle www.northernstage.co.uk 0191 2305151 4 April: Marty and the Party (for ages 2-6) 14 -15 April: The Ugly Duckling - a Northern Ballet performance especially for young children 27 April – 6 May: Protest (for age 8+) 3 – 6 May: Lord of the Flies (for tweens/teens) 18 -20 May: Happy Birthday Sunita (for age 10+) 23 -25 June: Dinosaur World Live (for age 3+) Queen’s Hall, Hexham 6 April: Steve Hewlett; A Life In The Day of Arthur Lager (suitable for all ages) 11 April: Morgan & West, Unbelievable Science ( suitable for all ages) 14 April: How Long Is A Piece Of String (for ages 3-7yrs) 18 April: Tales From A Thousand And One Nights (for age 10+) 18 May: Twirlywoos Live (for age 1+) 28 May: I Spy With My Little Eye - The Party (for age 2+) Theatre Royal Newcastle www.theatreroyal.co.uk 0191 232 7010 5 – 6 April: Treasure Island (panto style, for age 7+) 18 – 21 May: Hey Duggee Tyne Theatre, Newcastle www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.co.uk 0844 2491 000 8 - 9 April: Easter Pantomime – Rapunzel 17 June: Cirque – The Greatest Show 20 – 22 June: Zog, Live on Stage! (for the under 5s) Utilita Arena, Newcastle www.utilitaarena.co.uk 0844 493 6666 3 May: The Harlem Globetrotters 27 – 28 May: Comic Con 30 June: WWE Live! Whitley Bay Playhouse www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk 0844 2481588 5 April: The Ministry of Science 10 - 11 April: Easter Pantomime – Rapunzel 12 April: Pop Princesses For full details and booking information please visit www.raring2go.uk
23 Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS Elder Easter Holiday Camp with Stomping Grounds. Dukes Hagg Wood, Moor Road, Prudhoe. Monday 3rd - Thursday 6th April. For children and young people aged 5-14. Ticket options are available for either: 9.30am-2.30pm or 8.30am-5pm. Tickets can also be purchased for a single day or for the full four day club. Wilde Farm Holiday Camps, Ponteland. Monday 3rd - Friday 7th April, Monday 10th - Friday 14th April. Monday 29th May - Friday 2nd June. £30 per day or £120 for a full week. Mowden Hall School, Stocksfield. A range of exciting holiday clubs for children from all schools. Soap Box Derby Workshop - Monday 3rd to Wednesday 5th April. Get ready to roll your sleeves up to build your very own Soap Box Derby go-kart. 9.00am to 3.30pm, for ages 8 to 13 years. Cost £140. Swim School - Crash Course Monday 3rd to Thursday 6th April. Various courses for ages and abilities. Bake Off Workshop - Tuesday 4th & Wednesday 5th April. 9.30am - 3.45pm. Perfect for aspiring chefs, this fun and exciting class will focus on baking sweet bites and pizza making. For Children aged 6-13 yrs, £50. Pottery Workshop - Monday 3rd & Tuesday 4th April. An exciting opportunity for your child to explore and develop their own creative ideas through the medium of clay. All materials provided. You can book one day, or for those wanting to develop their ideas further, book both days. For ages 8 to 11 years. One Day £60. Zoo Club, Northumberland College Zoo, Kirkley Hall. Wednesday 5th & Thursday 6th April, Saturday 20th May & Sunday 25th June. An engaging and interactive day for children aged 6-14. Explorers, Wylam. Holiday clubs run every day excluding bank holidays. Monday to Friday, either part days 9am to 3pm (£45) or full days 7am to 6pm. Fun outdoor, Forest School activities based on the interests of the children. Book direct through Explorers via email: admin@ explorersonline.co.uk or WhatsApp 07946607581. Full Of Beans Sport and Fitness North East. Tuesday 4th, Wednesday 5th April, Wednesday 12th, Thursday 13th April. Multi Sports Easter Camp Riding Mill Cricket Club.
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Raring2go! THE BIG HELP OUT 26 raring2go.co.uk The Big Help Out is a national day of volunteering which is due to take place on May 8th, the Bank Holiday Monday of the Coronation weekend. The Big Help Out is all about inspiring people to volunteer for the first time if they never have before. It is hoped that thsi will mean there will be more people to call upon for volunteering in future. The Big Help Out has been developed by the Scouts and the Royal Voluntary Service, with the organisational skills of the Together Coalition. Jointly, the aim is to inspire a new whole generation of community volunteering. To encourage people to take the plunge and experience for themselves just how amazing volunteering can make you feel. Dozens of charities from across the United Kingdom will be taking part and they will be enthusiastically using the day to encourage as many people as they can to ‘Lend a Hand and help make a change.’ One of the key aims of the day is to make the option of volunteering easier and more accessible. Around 1 in 5 people have never been asked to volunteer, and many have no idea how to begin. The Big Help Out wants to encourage people to look more closely at volunteering and to giving serious thought to giving it a go themselves. People will be invited to join the work being undertaken to support their local areas and gain an understanding of how rewarding volunteering can be. It is also hoped that The Big Help Out will help to bring communities even closer than they currently are, as they unite and come together to create a lasting volunteering legacy from the celebrations of the Coronation Weekend. The Big Help Out is set to be one of the centrepieces of the nationwide celebrations for the Coronation of HM The King and HM The Queen Consort in May. We think it will indeed leave a lasting legacy of kindness from the historic weekend. The Big Help Out will give everyone an opportunity to join in. From rolling up your sleeves to helping a local group, to joining some of the UK’s best-known national charities. Monday May 8th will be your chance to get involved. Get involved in THE BIG HELP OUT Volunteering opportunities are as diverse as the communities we live in: from grassroots social action and helping out in a local voluntary organisation, to regular volunteering roles for a large charity or in the public sector. The Big Help Out will help us tell this story, especially for people who may not see volunteering as something for them. Sarah Vibert, NCVO CEO Volunteering has always been a huge part of what makes this country great. The Big Help Out will put volunteering centre stage for a day and give people who want to volunteer easy ways to join in. So please save the date and join us in your community. Bear Grylls OBE, Chief Scout
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