COMPETITIONS, ACTIVITIES & MORE DAYS OUT, EVENTS, FEATURES, YOUR FREE GUIDE, INCLUDES...... raring2go.co.uk SUMMER 2023 NORTHUMBERLAND MAGAZINE & WEBSITE THE GO-TO GUIDE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD
Destination North East: Kynren returns for a spectacular summer season Spellbinding live outdoor show Kynren – An Epic Tale of England, returns for a spectacular seven-week run during the summer holidays. The 90-minute extravaganza, which is a breathless dash through 2,000 years of British history, will be performed every Saturday from July 29 until September 9. CEO Anne-Isabelle Daulon said: “We’re thrilled to be able to deliver a pulsating show which retells history in a way which captivates and enthrals our audiences. “Everyone involved in the production has incredible passion, commitment and talent, ensuring that each performance lingers long in the memory of all those families, friends and loved ones who come along to see it.” Performed by a 1,000-strong cast and crew on a 7.5-acre outdoor stage at 11Arches Park in Bishop Auckland, the multi award-winning show follows a young boy, Arthur, on his travel through time. From Boudicca’s battles with the Romans to two world wars, via Vikings, Tudors and the fate of Charles I, Kynren is a familyfriendly experience delivering thrills, shocks, tears, laughs, goosebumps and gasps on a panoramic scale. Each group of actors has undergone rigorous training and hours of rehearsals in four core areas – mass movement, dance, combat and marching. The individual groups then come together at the General Rehearsals. Members of the cast typically change costume five times and perform on average three dance routines during each performance, walking several kilometres in each show. Kynren is the ancient Saxon word meaning ‘generations’. Kynren is who your people were in the past, who you are in the present and who you choose to become in the future. The show is packed with thrilling choreography, amazing stunts, incredible equestrianism, worldclass special effects and pyrotechnics. Book tickets for Kynren 2023 at www.11arches.com Raring2go! FEATURE 3
Raring2go! WELCOME 4 raring2go.co.uk Hello! Welcome to the Summer issue! I hope this edition will help keep your summer as fun-filled and stress-free as possible, we have done the hard work so all you need to do is sit back with a cuppa and plan your family time. We all need to make our money go further at the moment, luckily we live in a fabulous area with beaches, parks, hills and activities right on our doorstep. Alison from our County Durham edition has compiled a list of her favourite free & low cost days out page 28. We would love to hear your ideas as well! Also in this issue we have lots of ideas for days out and activities to keep the kids happy over the summer plus competitions and lots more to help you enjoy the school holidays. If you need even more inspiration to get you through the long school holidays, then follow our updates on social media or log on to our easy to use website - raring2go. co.uk where we will be adding new events to the calendar each week. Have a wonderful summer - hopefully enjoying the sunshine and we’ll see you in September with our autumn edition. Amy - Northumberland Editor Tel: 07843622028 E: northumberland@raring2go.co.uk
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO There is nothing better on a sunny day than chucking the kids, the dog and a picnic basket full of goodies in the back of the car and setting off somewhere for the day. Here in the North East we are very lucky to be near so many amazing outdoor spaces. Here are some of our favourites. Northumberland • Allen Banks & Staward Gorge, Bardon Mill, NE47 7BP. • Bolam Lake, Ponteland, NE20 0HE. • Annstead Dunes (between Seahouses and Beadnell) – NE67 5BT • Warkworth Castle (combine it with a visit to the Castle too) – NE65 0SW • Cambois (just North of Blyth) – NE24 1RN • Druridge Bay & Country Park – NE61 5BX • Seaton Sluice (the chippy in the village comes highly recommended) – NE26 4JZ • Plessy Woods, Bedlington, NE22 6HZ. • Rothbury Riverside, NE65 7QR. • The Bowling Green, Hexham, NE46 3SG. • Tyne Green, Hexham NE46 3SG. Sunderland and Surrounding Areas • Barnes Park, Sunderland SR4 7PY. • Cleadon Hills, South Shields, NE34 8EQ. • Gypsies Green, South Shields, NE33 2LD. • Herrington Country Park, Penshaw, DH4 7EL. • Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, DH4 7NJ. • Roker Beach, Roker, SR6 0PP. • The Slope, Seaham Marina, SR7 7EE. • Souter Lighthouse and The Leas, Whitburn, SR6 7NH. • South Marine Park, South Shields, NE33 2NL. • Whitburn Coastal Path, South Bents, SR6 7NT. County Durham • Allensford Country Park, Consett DH8 9BA. • Derwent Reservoir, there a several picnic spots dotted around the reservoir but our two favourites are Pow Hill, Edmundbyers, DH8 9NU. Or on the other side of the reservoir is Millshield Picnic Area, DH8 9PT where you will find picnic benches & public toilets. • Finchale Abbey, Durham, DH1 5SH. • Riverside Park, Chester-le-Street, DH3 3PL. 6
7 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Newcastle / North Tyneside and Gateshead • Big Waters Country Park Brunswick Village, Newcastle NE13 7BD. • Havannah and Three Hills Nature Reserve Hazlerigg, Newcastle NE13 9AA. • Tyne Riverside Country Park, Grange Rd, Newburn, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 8ND. • Watergate Forest Park, Whickham Highway Lobley Hill NE11 9RQ. • Saltwell Park, East Park Road, Gateshead, NE9 5AX. • Rising Sun Countryside Centre, Whitley Road, Benton, NE12 9SS. • Jesmond Dene, Newcastle NE7 7DZ. • Exhibition Park, Claremont Rd, Newcastle NE2 4PZ. Wherever you choose, have a lovely day and if you have a favourite place to picnic let me know and I will add it to the list!
Book online: queenshall.co.uk Box Office: 01434 652477 Fee Fi Fo Fum! It’s a giant of a show, we’d love you to come! Sunday 9 July, 2pm Queen’s Hall, Hexham
9 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Annabel Stanners 07825 322803 email: wanniesretreat@gmail.com Low Chesterhope Farm, West Woodburn, Hexham, NE48 2RH Follow us on Facebook @WanniesRetreat • Sleep up to 5 • Fully fitted kitchen and dining area • Decked area for you to enjoy the breath-taking views • Hot tub, fire pit, large grassed area and BBQ • Purpose built viewing platform with binoculars and a telescope to take in the amazing dark skies • A locally sourced welcome pack, kids books and scavenger sheets Fresh produce available to pre order from the farm 2 nights minimum stay at £225 per night for the whole carriage. Sorry, no pets allowed. Luxury self-catering converted Railway Carriage
10 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! FEATURE Northumbrian author publishes new children’s picture book Bardon Mill based author Laura Kate has published the first story in a new series of picture books for young children. The Homes on Hawthorne Street collection tell the individual tale of each resident who lives there, a mixture of animals from shrews to flamingos, who with the help of their friends work together to make things just that little bit better for everyone. Readers are introduced to a friendly hedgehog in ‘Henrietta Hedgehog’s Bog’ who wants to protect all beasties and bugs, no matter how big or small… or how SMELLY their home is. There’s only one problem; the stinky bog that’s rotting at the bottom of Hawthorne Street is upsetting the neighbours and something needs to be done… and fast! The residents need to work together to come up with a fix to get rid of the stink and cheer up Henrietta. As a farmer’s wife and working mother Laura has always had an interest in storytelling and creative writing, when she finds time and after working on a longer story for older children for several years, had a sudden change of direction during Covid lockdown. “I gave birth to my second child at the start of lockdown 2020 and having two babies under two meant I was reading a lot of picture books during that time. After never quite finding the right subject, The Homes on Hawthorne Street collection came to me really quickly and I had four pretty much written within six weeks!” Laura explains. Henrietta Hedgehog’s Bog is available to buy from The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre, Cogito Books, Hexham and online from Amazon, Waterstones and other main retailers. You can find out more about The Homes on Hawthorne Street at laurakatebooks.co.uk Fancy winning a signed copy of Henrietta Hedgehog’s Bog? Henrietta is hiding somewhere within this edition of Raring2go! To enter this free prize draw simply find the page number of her hiding place, like The Homes on Hawthorn Street Facebook page and comment with the page number and who you’d like the book signed to. What page am I hiding on ? Entry closes 20 August 2023. One winner will be drawn at random and the winner will be contacted by Facebook messenger on 21 August 2023. Only one winner and the prize is none transferable.
11 Raring2go! FEATURE Bringing Clarity to your decision making In today’s increasingly complex and challenging world, financial advice to help people navigate through life’s journey is more important than ever. Financial advice is not just for the wealthy, this is clearly a commonly held misconception but the reality is that everyone can benefit from expert help. We are always here to help bring clarity to your financial decision-making as you progress on life’s journey. So please do get in touch, it would be great to talk with you. We can help you with your financial future so contact AYP Financial Planning on 01434 607808 or by email at info@aypfinancial.co.uk for a no obligation, no charge initial consultation.
INTERESTED IN DRAMA, HAVING FUN AND MAKING FRIENDS? www.mortalfools.org.uk If that’s you, or you know someone that fits the bill, Mortal Fools Youth Theatre wants to hear from you! Mortal Fools’ Youth Theatre is open to all young people aged 7—19 years – we have weekly sessions, split by age in Tyne Valley and Ashington. Our groups run in term time and are Pay What You Can. By joining Mortal Fools Youth Theatre, members will: l Have a lot of fun with peers and pals. l Develop theatre-making and performance skills. l Find a safe space to feel heard, seen and part of something rather special. l Work with professional artists. l Have a creative outlet supporting mental health and wellbeing. l Work on exciting projects that explore young people’s issues. l Build confidence and social skills. l Create original theatre shows and perform to the public. l Develop skills in leadership, public speaking, effective communication etc. Can’t join Mortal Fools Youth Theatre as can’t travel to Tyne Valley or Ashington each week!? We’ve got you covered with our weekly Theatre group. All the same benefits as our in person groups – just online! Mortal Fools Online Youth Theatre Group To find out more and to arrange your introductory session, drop us an email on: info@mortalfools.org.uk We are currently recruiting for our groups, starting in September. So, go go go! No auditions, no experience necessary, no fees; just a willingness to give things a go, passion for performing and curious creativity. Sound good?
Raring2go! CLUBS & CLASSES 13 Advertise with us... Would you like to reach 20,000 parents within Northumberland? Advertising with Raring2go! will allow you to do just that... and lots more! Magazines are hand delivered to schools and nurseries within the area and access parents directly through their children's book bags. All adverts are supported by regular social media activity on Facebook & Twitter and on our website www.raring2go.co.uk/northumberland Why not get in touch with us to help you promote your business or event? With various advertising packages including monthly payment schemes. It's more affordable than you think! Contact us at northumberland@raring2go.co.uk or call 07843 622 028 Please join us on Facebook: Raring2goNorthumberland and Twitter @R2goNorthLD for updates and information of where to go and what to do. We'd love to hear your comments & ideas too! Would you like to reach thousands of local parents?
14 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON What’s on this summer – your essential guide! Planning ahead is advised as some events will be ticket only and some may sell out. These and many more are listed in our online what’s on guide at www.raring2go.co.uk/ northumberland and on social media @raring2gonorthumberland All summer long… Create, Play, Learn – always something new to discover. Life Science Centre, Newcastle www.life.org.uk/whats-on Climb to the top for the best views in town! Newcastle Castle, Newcastle www.newcastlecastle.co.uk Quentin Blake Art Trail Washington Wetland Centre www.wwt.org.uk Screen on the Green – FREE cinema and sport Old Eldon Square, Newcastle www.getintonewcastle.co.uk Northumberland College Zoo, Kirkley Hall, Ponteland The zoo is open every weekend and school holidays from 10am-4pm. Summer family activities every day Gibside, Rowlands Gill www.nationaltrust.org.uk/gibside Little Artists ages 1 – 5 and Art Academy for ages 7-10 and 11-16 Various dates in July and August Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle www.laingartgallery.org.uk Every Monday and Wednesday Souter Sports - outdoor games and mini-sports activities for all the family including archery, football, tennis and basketball. Souter Lighthouse, South Shields On specific dates… Saturday 1 July The Happy Festival – a big festival for little people! Saltwell Park, Gateshead https://allevents.in/gateshead Saturday 1 - Sunday 2 July Beach Volleyball Festival,Tynemouth Sunday 2 July Wallsend Festival on the Green www.wallsendfestival.co.uk Sunday 2 July Whitley Bay Fiesta! Town Centre, Whitley Bay www.visitnorthtyneside.com/events/ event/fiesta/ Sundays in July, Thursdays and Sundays in August + bank hol Monday Heritage Train Rides Take a four-mile return trip in our 1950s passenger carriages pulled by a vintage locomotive. Stephenson Steam Railway, North Shields www.stephensonsteamrailway.org.uk
15 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Thursday 6 – Sunday 9 July Mouth of the Tyne Festival, Tynemouth www.mouthofthetynefestival.com Sunday 9 July Jack And The Beanstalk, Queen’s Hall, Hexham This classic fairytale now gets the Lyngo treatment so expect lots of surprises and beautiful images as Patrick Lynch (from Cbeebies) tells the gripping story of Jack who sells his cow for five magic beans and finds himself in the land above the clouds. It’s a show for the over 3’s (and their giants) with something for everyone – enormous shoes, tiny houses, showers of silver and gold and a big, leafy explosion! www.queenshall.co.uk © Alex Brenner - Photo Credit Sunday 9 July Haltwhistle Carnival Sunday 9 July Kids Club Disco Party + Meet n Greet Characters Black Horse Beamish www.blackhorsebeamish.co.uk Friday 14 July Wilding Theatre, Sele Park, Hexham 6pm, FREE (must be booked in advance). Wilding Theatre is an extraordinary outdoor theatre adventure for children aged 4+ and their families. www.queenshall.co.uk Friday 14 – Sunday 16 July Steam Gala, Stephenson Steam Railway, North Shields Saturday 15 – Sunday 16 July Ouseburn Festival, Newcastle www.ouseburntrust.org.uk/event/theouseburn-festival Wednesday 19 July – Wednesday 6 September Summer Fun on the Farm. Walby Farm Park, Carlisle Special activities still to be announced (keep checking their website for updates!) Sunflower field will be opening during the holidays too! Thursday 20 – Friday 21 July Heartbreak Productions present Bad Dad. Jesmond Dene, Newcastle www.heartbreakproductions.co.uk Saturday 22 – Sunday 23 July Tractor Show Beamish Museum, Co Durham www.beamish.org.uk Saturday 22 – Sunday 23 July PRIDE Festival Newcastle Main event Town Moor. Saturday midday parade through Newcastle Saturday 22 – Sunday 23 July Heartbreak Productions present Machamlear Jesmond Dene, Newcastle
16 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Saturday 22 July – Sunday 3 September Farmtastic Farm Fun every day in the school holidays! There really is something for everyone, as well as traditional and exotic animals, birds and reptiles to meet, there’s indoor and outdoor play areas to explore, it’s always farmtastic fun whatever the weather!! Check website for special events.Whitehouse Farm, near Morpeth www.whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk WIN a family ticket to Whitehouse Farm - see page 31 Closing date 31/08/2023 Saturday 22 July – Sunday 3 September Summerfest at Adventure Valley, Durham 6 Huge play zones to discover, farmyard fun and masses of indoor and outdoor activities to enjoy. Includes an activity every 30 minutes! Animal Encounters, Foam Party, Crazy Colin’s Science Show, Owl encounters with Stuart THE bird entertainer.Maize Maze will be opening in the middle of the holidays. All rides included with entry fee. Adventure Valley, Durham www.adventurevalley.co.uk Saturday 22 July – Sunday 3 September Time to Grow – Front Room 9.30am11am Wed-Sun. Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead www.baltic.art Saturday 23 July BBC Proms: Cbeebies Ocean Adventure Sage Gateshead www.sagegateshead.com Saturday 23 July Fireman Sam Whitley Bay Playhouse www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk Monday 24 – Friday 28 July Summer Science Club for ages 8-12. Booking essential. Discovery Museum, Newcastle www.discoverymuseum.org.uk Tuesday 25 July Can You See the Stars Tonight? Picture Book Workshop for age 3+ Seven Stories National Centre for Children’s Books, Newcastle www.sevenstories.org.uk Tuesday 25 July Family Den Building Northumberlandia, Cramlington www.nwt.org.uk Tuesday 25 – Wednesday 26 July and 22 – 23 August Knight’s Tournament Warkworth Castle, Northumberland www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ warkworth-castle-and-hermitage Tuesday 25 July – Thursday 31 August (Tuesdays and Thursdays) Summer Family Art Festival Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead Wednesday 26 July Design, decorate and take home a valuables box. FREE but booking essential. Arbeia Roman Fort, South Shields www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk
17 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Wednesday 26 July Family nature crafts – Bug Hotel St Nicholas Park, Gosforth www.nwt.org.uk Thursday 27 July and 3 August Family Sand Explorers Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre www.nwt.org.uk Friday 28 July Heartbreak Productions present Sense and Sensibility Northumberlandia, Cramlington www.heartbreakproductions.co.uk Friday 28 July - Saturday 26 August Wind in the Willows Alnwick Garden www.alnwickgarden.com Saturday 29 – Sunday 30 July Heartbreak Productions present Sense and Sensibility Jesmond Dene, Newcastle www.heartbreakproductions.co.uk Saturday 29 July - Saturday 9 September Kynren – An Epic Tale of England & 11 Arches Park Bishop Auckland, Co Durham www.elevenarches.org Monday 31 July Meet Victor the Veteran Roman Soldier Segedunum Roman Fort, Wallsend www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk 0191 236934 Monday 31 July – Sunday 20 August Beach Festival - sandy beach and play area open daily, together with live music, beach hut trader stalls, fairground rides. Dalton Park Shopping Outlet, Seaham Tuesday 1 August Dino Adventure Live! Tyne Theatre and Opera House, Newcastle www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk Tuesday 1 – Wednesday 2 and 15 – 16 August Medieval Mischief Warkworth Castle, Northumberland www.english-heritage.org.uk/ visit/places/warkworth-castle-andhermitage Tuesday 1 and 15 August Family nature crafts and stories Northumberlandia, Cramlington www.nwt.org.uk Wednesday 2,9,16 and 23 August Storytelling and Crafts for pre-school children. Booking essential. Discovery Museum, Newcastle Wednesday 2,9,16 and 23 August Kids Club Disco Party + Meet n Greet Characters Black Horse Beamish www.blackhorsebeamish.co.uk Wednesday 2 –Sunday 6 August Summer Panto – Snow White Whitley Bay Playhouse www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk Wednesday 2 and 30 August Pond dipping family activity St Nicholas Park, Gosforth www.nwt.org.uk
18 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Saturday 5 August Call the Cavalry – FREE 11am-3pm no booking required. Arbeia Roman Fort, South Shields www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk Saturday 5 – Sunday 6 August Hail Hadrian – Roman Military reenactment Chesters Roman Fort, Corbridge www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ chesters-roman-fort-and-museumhadrians-wall Saturday 5 – Sunday 13 August Nuns Moor Beach on the Park Funfair Fenham, Newcastle Sunday 6 August Call the Cavalry – demonstrations of Roman horse skills Segedunum Roman Fort, Wallsend Sunday 6 August Whitley Bay Sandcastle Competition, Dukes Walk, North Promenade www.visitnorthtyneside.com/events/ event/whitley-bay-sandcastlecompetition Monday 7 - Wednesday 9 August Winnie the Pooh Theatre Royal, Newcastle www.theatreroyal.co.uk Tuesday 8 and 29 August Family Minibeast Hunt Northumberlandia, Cramlington www.nwt.org.uk Tuesday 8 August – Sunday 3 September Cirque du Hilarious Laughter Dome Big Top Wallsend Rugby Club www.cirqueduhilarious.co.uk WIN a family ticket to Cirque du Hilarious Laughter Dome Big Top Closing date 30/07/2023 Wednesday 9 August Sarh & Duck’s Big Top Birthday, Queen’s Hall, Hexham 1.30pm & 4pm Bursting with all the charm from the BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show, Sarah and Duck’s enchanting world is brought to life by the team behind The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show and Twirlywoos Live. Packed full of puppetry, storytelling and music, Sarah & Duck’s Big Top Birthday promises to be a celebration for the whole family! Saturday 12 August Cullercoats Harbour Day - lifeboat demonstrations, an opportunity to meet the lifeboat crew, live music, traditional fairground games, stalls and refreshments. Saturday 12 – Sunday 13 August Belsay at War! Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Ponteland www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whatson/belsay-hall Thursday 15 August – 2 September Raven, Alphabetti Theatre, Newcastle www.alphabettitheatre.co.uk
19 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Wednesday 16 August Family Fun Festival 11am – 3pm Rising Sun Country Park, Wallsend www.facebook.com/northtynesideparks Saturday 19 – Sunday 20 August Roman Falconry Chesters Roman Fort, Corbridge Saturday 19 – Sunday 20 August Roman Army Recruitment Day, Roman Army Museum, Greenhead Join the world famous Ermine Street Guard at the Roman Army Museum & have a go at different activities and learn about the different skills you might need or would be taught if you joined the Roman army. Sunday 20 August Freight Demonstration Day Stephenson Steam Railway, North Shields Wednesday 23 August Blast Off, Queen’s Hall, Hexham 11am & 1pm. Join Kitchen Zoo’s Professor Hannah for a special space adventure with stories, activities and a chance to make your own planet. Sessions are 45 minutes each and are ideal for young people aged 3 – 8 and their grown-ups. Thursday 24 August Family Minibeast Hunt Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre www.nwt.org.uk Thursday 24 – Monday 28 August Spanish City Funfair Watts Slope, Whitley Bay Friday 25 – Saturday 26 August The Eighth Legion – The Roman Army returns to bring Vindolanda to life once more! Vindolanda, Hadrian’s Wall, Bardon Mill www.vindolanda.com Friday 25 – Sunday 27 August Derwent Fest Weekend. Derwent Reservoir Visitor Centre, Edmundbyers Consett, DH8 9TT. A fun packed weekend of live music, children’s entertainment & more. Camping also available. Saturday 26 August Bellingham Show & Country Festival. A great family day out in the heart of Northumberland Saturday 26 - Sunday 27 August In the Night Garden Tyne Theatre and Opera House, Newcastle www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk Saturday 26 - Monday 28 August Legendary Joust! Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Ponteland www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/ whats-on/belsay-hall Sunday 27 – Monday 28 August Mela Festival, Newcastle Exhibition Park A FREE festival of South-Asian culture, music, food and entertainment newcastlemela.co.uk Thursday 31 August – Sunday 3 September Dig for Victory! Beamish Museum, Co Durham
20 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Tuesday 5 – Saturday 9 September The Spongebob Musical Theatre Royal, Newcastle Sunday 10 September Kids Club Disco Party + Meet n Greet Characters, Black Horse Beamish www.blackhorsebeamish.co.uk Tuesday 26 - Wednesday 27 September Tales From Acorn Wood Tyne Theatre and Opera House, Newcastle www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk If you’re going on holiday in the UK this summer, take a look at www. raring2go.co.uk and localise using the postcode where you are staying, or the nearest town. You will find great ideas for days out and things to do while you are away.
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22 raring2go.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/groups/raring2grow Raring2grow! HOME GARDENING IDEAS FOR FAMILIES ‘Gardening is the purest of human pleasures’ Francis Bacon www.raring2go.co.uk For more great tips visit our Raring2grow! Facebook page June Planting salad ingredients such as lettuce, beetroot, spring onions & cucumber make a perfect healthy harvest for you in the summer months and is so rewarding to serve up on your plates. It’s also a perfect time to sow Sunflowers too! July Going into the warmer months, it’s really great to try and encourage wildlife into your garden. Maybe build a bug house or why not make a fairy garden (visit our website for ‘how to’ guides’!) It’s also a good time to plant your veg patch for your Winter crops, spring cabbage, turnips carrots & leeks are all great. August It’s important to remember to water your plants well during the drier months as a lack of watering and regular, ongoing maintenance could cause problems . It’s also time to harvest the fruit of your hard labours... salad crops should be ready to pick & serve now. Ideas for planting for winter; Pansies, Violas and Boxwood to name but a few are perfect to sow for the months ahead. We wish you a very happy summer of gardening fun. We’d love to hear & see how your gardens grow, so please do send in your pictures to info@raring2go.co.uk making sure you call it ‘Raring2grow!’ We hope we inspired you in our spring edition to have a go at ‘growing your own’. It’s great fun and we hope that if you did get stuck in, it ignited a joy of gardening with the family. Hopefully late frost we had didn’t dampen your enthusiasm. Here are a few suggestions on what to plant for the coming months ahead. Raring2go! GARDENING
23 Raring2go! GARDENING Down to Earth is a one-stop-shop for all things garden related Tel: 01434 600920 Follow us on Facebook for updates & offers We offer a comprehensive selection of products and services from tools to plants, compost to seeds and everything in-between.
24 raring2go.co.uk Whether you are wanting to hire your own pool for a private swim or are wanting to make a splash in a public session……. DIVE in and see what’s available within our area. Private Hire Pools Carrock View Leisurepool, Brampton CA8 9BG. The purpose built, indoor pool offers the perfect tranquil location for all, young and old, to relax and unwind. Enjoy the ultimate swimming experience in their fully heated 11m x 4.5m swimming pool, with your own spacious changing room, baby changing facilities and full Disabled Access. Carrock View Leisurepool is available for Private Hire on an hourly basis by individuals, families or groups. www.carrockview.co.uk Quarrybeck Swimming Pool, Quarrybeck House, Brampton, CA8 2EY. Quarrybeck Swimming Pool is an 18 x 38 leisure pool with a Jacuzzi spa that can be rented for 2-8 people in 75 minutes periods. www.quarrybeck.com Hayton Swimming Pool, Gelt House, Hayton, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 9JD. Hayton Pool is situated next to the popular Hayton Farm Shop and Tea Room. The swimming area features a relaxing hot tub spa, a central Roman styled stepped area into the pool and waterfall at the side of the pool. The pool is available for hire for groups of between 2-8 people. www.haytonswimmingpool.co.uk Glendale Leisure, Northroad, Haltwhistle.NE49 9ND. Enjoy private swimming in their self-contained, indoor, heated pool every day of the year. The pool and its facilities are all located on the ground floor, making it ideal for individuals with mobility needs. www.glendaleleisure.co.uk Calvert Trust, Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi Kielder, NE48 1BS. A fully accessible swimming pool which is heated to a minimum of 30 degrees and complemented by a sizeable Jacuzzi. Facilities include Sport England standard high-needs changing facilities, and hoists for both the pool and the Jacuzzi. As well as being available for guests as a leisure activity, the swimming pool is available for hire by local individuals, schools and groups. Sole booking (for exclusive use of the pool) is also available. www.calvert-trust.org.uk Northside Farm Retreat, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 9SR. Swimming pool, sauna and tennis court which can be hired for exclusive private use for a maximum of 6 people per booking. www.northsidefarmretreat.co.uk Raring2go! FEATURE
25 Outdoor Swimming Pools Haltwhistle Outdoor Swimming Pool, NE49 9DW. The 3 heated pools are open until early September. You can also arrange private hire for large groups or birthday parties. www.haltwhistleleisure.co.uk Indoor Swimming Pools Whether you want to swim lengths or splash around with the kids, there are pools across Northumberland for you to enjoy a general swimming session with Active Northumberland. www.activenorthumberland.org.uk Waves, Whitley Bay, has an everpopular wave machine, high octane slides for adults and children alike, and a special aquatic play area featuring a pirate ship for younger visitors. All recreational bookings need to be made over the phone so please call 0191 643 2600. From North to South, wherever you’re going on holiday in the UK this Summer, here’s the Raring2go! list of top Waterparks & Swim Fun for you and the family to visit… • Stonehaven Open Air Pool, Queen Elizabeth Park, The Links, Stonehaven, AB39 2RD. Olympic-sized, open-air, seawater swimming pool with water slide and sun loungers. • The Time Capsule, Glasgow, ML5 1DL. Family friendly waterpark • Splash Stockton, TS18 1TY. 25m pool, toddler and confidence pool, 2 flumes, wave machine plus cafe and leisure centre on site. • North Yorkshire Water Park, Long Causeway Rd, Wykeham, Lakes, YO13 9QU. Outdoors with inflatables, paddleboarding and kayaking. • Sandcastle Waterpark, Blackpool FY4 1BB. Water fun including slides, fun pools, a wave machine, lazy river and chutes. • Barnsley Metrodome, Barnsley S71 1AN. Twisty waterslides, splash pools, pirate themed play zone and driving boards, fun for all the family! • Alpamare UK, 28 Burniston Rd, Scarborough, YO12 6PH. • Aqua-Tek at Magna Science Adventure Centre, Magna, Sheffield Road, Templeborough, Rotherham, S60 1DX. • Waterworld, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5PU. Slides, rides, pools and flumes, fun for all. • Alton Towers Waterpark, ST10 4DB. Indoor and outdoor water rides. • Cliff Lakes, Tamworth, B78 2DL. Jump, bounce and slide on the Raring2go! FEATURE
26 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! FEATURE outdoor Aqua Park. • The Wave Waterpark, Coventry CV1 2PS. An indoor waterpark with the largest wave pool in the UK. • Twin Lakes Outdoor Waterpark, Melton Mowbray, LE14 4FF. One of the biggest outdoor waterparks in the country! • Aqua Park Rutland, Oakham, LE15 8BL. Inflatable obstacle course on a lake, with thrill slides, free falls & trampolining sessions. • Box End Park, Box End Rd, Box End, Bedford, MK43 8RQ. Outdoor leisure park with inflatables and wakeboarding, waterskiing and more. • Aqua Parcs, Willen Park Sports Centre Willen Lake, V10 Brickhill St, Milton Keynes MK15 0DS. Outdoor inflatables & slides. • Southlake Aqua Park, Saint Neots PE19 6BN. A course of inflatables slides and platforms. • Colchester Leisure World-Cowdray Ave, Colchester CO1 1YH. Indoor pools with obstacles, slides and rapids. • Liquid Leisure Windsor Aqua Park, Horton Rd, Datchet, Windsor, SL3 9HY. Outdoor water activity park. • Thorpe Lakes Aqua Park, Thorpe Road, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 8PH. An adventure centre with water skiing, inflatable slides and obstacles. • Water Kingdom at Paultons Park, Home of Peppa Pig World, Park Pl, Tredegar, NP22 4LD. • Splashdown Tower Pk, Poole BH12 4NY. Multiple rides and flumes. • Splashdown Quaywest ,Paignton, TQ4 6LN the UK’s biggest outdoor waterpark with 8 adrenalinepumping flume rides overlooking the beach plus a swimming pool and amusement arcade. • The Milky Way Adventure Park, Bideford EX39 5RY. Outdoor adventure with inflatables.
27 Raring2go! THINGS TO DO Fun for all the family 3 HEATED OUTDOOR POOLS TEL: 01434320727 Email: reception@haltwhistleleisure.co.uk www.haltwhistleleisure.co.uk Registered charity No.1168520 Visit our website to book and for latest information Astro Turf, Gym and Sports Hall also available
28 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 1. Durham Cathedral 2. Picnic & pond dipping at Hardwick Park & Lake, Sedgefield 3. Summerhill Country Park, Hartlepool, cycle paths, BMX track, playgrounds & boulders to climb 4. Preston Park Museum (almost free !) & Preston Park near Stockton 5. Angel of the North 6. Climb Roseberry Topping near Guisborough & see the view 7. Walk along the pier at Saltburn, beach, cliff lifts & mini train to enjoy too 8. Explore some Newcastle Art Galleries – try The Laing Art Gallery, The Biscuit Factory or the Baltic Art Museum 9. Visit the Tees Barrage & watch the canoes 10. mima Middlesbrough & enjoy the fountains & giant screen in Centre Square 11. The Great North Museum, Newcastle 12. Climb Auckland Tower in Bishop Auckland and explore the deer park at Auckland Castle 13. Visit Palace Green Library, Durham and explore the Museum of Archaeology. 14. Trains, plane and boats - Take a metro journey round Newcastle - stop off at the Airport to see the planes, Central Station to see the big trains and take the ferry over the Tyne at South Shields (all for the price of a day ticket) 15. Walk along any of the beautiful rivers we have in this area (Durham & Richmond are favourites !) 16. Visit Bollyhope Common above Weardale (on a nice day !) 17. Penshaw Monument near Sunderland 18. Wynyard Woodland Park - adventure playground and walkway. Cycle or walk the Castle Eden Walkway from Thorpe Thewles. 19. Explore the North York Moors. Follow the Trails at Danby and Sutton Bank Visitor's Centres 20. Walk the Durham Coastal Path 21. RSPB Saltholme 22. Visit the Oriental Museum in Durham 23. Kirkleatham Museum & Grounds, Redcar 24. See the trains at Locomotion, Shildon 25. The Dorman Museum & Albert Park in Middlesbrough 26. The Capt Cook Birthplace Museum & meet the animals in the petting zoo at Stewart Park in Middlesbrough 27. South Park in Darlington 28. Visit Wharton Park in Durham City, enjoy the playground and gardens and watch the trains coming over the bridge into Durham Station 29. Walk the riverside & paths around Richmond & visit The Station for an ice cream 30. Riverside Park in Chester le Street. LOW COST CHILD FRIENDLY PLACES TO EXPLORE Preston Park Museum & Grounds Oriental Museum Please do email me your favourite days out ideas to Alison teesdurham@raring2go.co.uk so we can share them with other parents ! FREE (or almost free) in the North East Summer Staycation Inspiration
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