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Welcome A warm welcome to the SUMMER EDITION Welcome to the vibrant and sunsoaked summer edition of Raring2go! Northumberland. In this edition, I have curated a collection of events, holiday clubs, shows and activities that celebrate the essence of the Northumberland summer and family togetherness. Northumberland National Park is a favourite go-to place for my family all year round and we are excited to see Shaun the Sheep is coming to The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre from the 29th of June to the 8th of September! For all the details visit www.northumberlandnationalpark.org.uk. (p.23). Summer is also a timely reminder of the importance of keeping safe in and around water. Teaching instinctive Water Safety and First Aid skills at an early age provides children with knowledge for life. It also equips children, parents and carers with the knowledge and confidence to know what to do should an emergency occur. Big thank you to Lynsey Carr from Seahouses RNLI for providing the features. Please take the time to discuss the content with your children and make sure you pop along to one of the RNLI Family Days and fundraising events this summer (p.19). For those school holiday afternoons when you need a break and a cuppa in peace, our website is loaded with colouring sheets, craft ideas and easy-to-follow recipes to keep your child busy. As always, information is correct at the time of print, but events can be subject to change, so check with the provider before attending. In addition to the magazine, new content is loaded daily to our regional website so check-in regularly and sign up for our free monthly e-newsletter. Lastly, a big thank you to all the schools, nurseries and library centres for distributing Raring2go! to family households in the region. Have a lovely summer break and I will see you again in theAutumn term. Wishing you a safe, happy and sunshine-filled school holiday. Warm regards, Rachael Rachael Dempsey Editor & Owner Raring2go! Northumberland E: northumberland@raring2go.co.uk P: 07435962320 W: raring2go.co.uk 3
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WHAT'S ON What’s on this Summer Here’s a round-up of what’s on in the region this summer. For more events, visit raring2go.co.uk/northumberland. Tots’ Plots Seaton Deleval Hall. Every Friday until 30th August. FREE weekly garden and crafting club for toddlers. 10.30 am to 12pm. No need to book. Twice Brewed Beer Festival Family Day. Sunday 30th June. Includes live music, children’s entertainment and face painting. £12 adult, £7.50 child, under 4’s FREE. Purchase tickets at www.twicebrewedinn.co.uk Storyland. Sunday 30th June. A full day of festival fun for the whole family! Storytelling, interactive author visits, workshops, circus skills, music, food, entertainment and more. Queen’s Hall & Sele Park. Visit hexhambookfestival.co.uk for more information. Alnwick Castle Tom Fool. 1st to 7th July & 5th to 11th August. Alnwick Castle’s resident jester is back for another season of hilarious family shows. Performances 11am, 1pm, 3pm. FREE with admission. Challenge Northumberland Clarty Bairns. Saturdays and Sundays from 6th July to 11th August. Registration is now open for this amazing family obstacle course. You will be crawling, climbing, slodging and sliding around this fantastic 3km course set deep in Hedley West Woods. Minimum 5yrs and one adult per three children. Book your slot at www.clartybairns.co.uk The Colony Music Festival. Saturday 6th July, The Little Shore, Amble. A FREE family event. Live music, fun fair, stalls, and a licensed bar. Haltwhistle Carnival Day. Sunday 14th July. The Haltwhistle Carnival is a highlight of the local calendar, drawing residents and visitors alike for a day of fun, entertainment, and community spirit. For the full programme visit www.visithaltwhistle.com Classic and Vintage Car Rally, Woodhorn Museum. Saturday 14th July, 11am to 4pm. The North of England Classic and Pre War Automobiles (NECPWA) club will once again be displaying their array of classic cars for the public to come and view. Café, wood-fired pizzas and a range of hot and cold drinks will be on sale. Pay for an annual pass and enjoy unlimited access to Woodhorn Museum for 12months. Sandcastle Competition Blyth Beach. Saturday 20th July, 11am to 3pm. FREE entry and prizes for the best castles. There will be a selection of buckets and spades available for use if you do not have your own. Visit www.blythtowncouncil.gov.ukfor further information. Berwick Museum and Art Gallery Summer Family Activities. Wednesdays and Thursdays from 20th July to 18th August. A series of hour-long workshops exploring Shadow Puppets, Blueprints, Kaleidoscopes and Lightning Art. FREE but spaces are limited so booking is essential. www.museumsnorthumberland.org.uk 5
WHAT'S ON The Pantaloons present Robin Hood, Washington Old Hall. Friday 26th July, 7pm. Come and witness a hilarious adventure with Robin, Marian and the Merry Men in Sherwood Forest. Suitable for all ages. Booking essential. Adult £15, child £9, 3 years and under FREE. Ovilympics. Saturday 27th July: Live music, food, crafts, tug o war, inflatables, welly wanging, wheelbarrow races and much more. 1pm-5pm Ovingham Playing Field. FREE entry. Hauxley Beach Marine Week Celebration. Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th July, 11am to 4pm. Drop-in through the day and join us on the beach, not far from Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre. There will be interactive activities, seaweed surveys, beach combing, sand sculpture workshops, face painting plus lots more. FREE but booking required. Visit www.nwt.org.ukfor details. Alnwick Playhouse Dinosaur Adventure Live: Trouble on Volcano Island. Monday 12th August, 2pm & 4.30pm. Join the ranger for an action-packed and immersive Dinosaur Adventure. £17 standard ticket. www.alnwickplayhouse.co.uk Bamburgh Castle Beach and Craft Tour for Kids. Saturday 10th & 17th, Sunday 11th & 18th August, 11am & 2pm. Children will meet at the castle and be guided down to the beach to find materials to make their own Seaweed Dreamcatcher. £5.95 per child + castle admission. Ticket required for ages 6 years and over. Under 6’s must be accompanied by an adult. Party in the Park Morpeth. Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th August. This 3-day music festival with camping options is not to be missed. There will be performing artists, UK’s best tribute bands, street food, show rides and festival stalls. Tickets selling fast so book now! Under 8’s are FREE. Talkin Tarn Country Park, Brampton. Boat hire 11am-4pm during the school holidays. Pre-booking is not required. Visit www.independentadventure.co.ukfor a full list of activities. Summer Reading Challenge. This is a FREE holiday activity for children aged 4-11 years. Children can read anything they like and in return for their efforts collect free rewards. You can sign up at your local library or online on the official website. For further information talk to your local library or visit www.summerreadingchallenge.org.uk The Comedy of Errors at Kirkharle Courtyard. Wednesday 21st August, doors open at 6pm for a 7pm start. Join the HandleBards for a bicycle-powered, outdoor production of Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors. BYO chair, blanket and picnics. Under 5’s FREE. Early bird tickets are available online or can be purchased on the day for £20 each. www.handlebards.com Whitehouse Farm Centre. Whatever the weather, there is always plenty to see and do at Whitehouse Farm Centre. They have events happening all year round and a selection of experiences for 6-14 year olds including Mini Keepers, Mini Farmers and Goat Walking. Visit www.whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk for details. What’s on this Summer 6
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WHAT'S ON Slaley Show. Saturday 10th August. Held annually, this is a traditional agricultural show that celebrates rural life and community spirit. This event features a wide range of attractions including livestock displays, horse and pony classes, dog shows, and horticultural competitions. This year’s entertainment is provided by Gui Godts – the Belgium Bouncing Man who combines the finest horsemanship with dangerous stunts, trick riding and humour! Adults £10, under 12 years FREE. www.slaleyshow.org.uk Knight’s Tournament at Warkworth Castle. Tuesday 30th to Wednesday 31st July & Tuesday 13th to Wednesday 14th August, 10am to 5pm. Watch the action as rival knights compete in the ultimate test of strength and skill. Booking is essential. www.english-heritage.org.uk Teddy Bear’s Weekend Aln Valley Railway. Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th August. Take part in the Teddy Bear Trail at Lionheart Station. £1 per entry and this includes a small prize and entry into a prize draw on completion of the trail. The steam trains will be running all weekend, departing from Lionheart Station and Greenrigg Halt. Additional charges apply. Family tickets start at £17 per ticket, 0-2 years and Teddy Bears travel for FREE. www.alnvalleyrailway.co.uk Druridge Bay Campout. Friday 13th to Sunday 15th September. Get ready for a family-friendly camping weekend with delicious street food, cool drinks, live music, and loads of activities including a sandcastle making competition, circus skills, bingo and the annual beach clean. Camping and noncamping options. Under 16’s £5 (no camping) £20 (camping), under 5’s £5 (no camping) FREE (camping) www.druridgebay.co.uk Bailiffgate Museum & Gallery: The World of Childhood. On until the 8th Sept 2024. The World of Childhood exhibition is for all ages providing fun and thought-provoking childhood experiences. It will provide the visitor with an insight into how experiences have changed over time, by using images, literature, activities and information. £1 for ages 5–16 and under 5’s free! For a full list of opening hours and events, please visit www.bailiffgatemuseum.co.uk North East Dog Festival. Kirkley Hall, Saturday 31st to Sunday 1st September. The North East Dog Festival is a brilliant end-of-summer outing for families and dog enthusiasts. There will be dog shows and competitions, demonstrations, stalls and exhibitors, workshops, family-friendly entertainment and a variety of food and drink stalls to choose from. Tickets can be purchased online. Prices start at £3.50 for 5-15 years, under 5’s FREE. www.northeastdogfestival.com What’s on this Summer As always, information is correct at the time of print, but events can be subject to change so check with the provider before attending. In addition to the magazine, new content is loaded daily to our regional website so check-in regularly and sign up for our free monthly e-newsletter. 8
WHAT'S ON Featuring: The Belgian Bouncing Man! with Horse & Pony, Sheep & Dog Racing classes; Ferrets and Vintage Tractors, Competitive Industrial and Children's classes, Crafts, Refreshments, Local foods and Ice cream! Discounted pre-booked E tickets available until August 1st or pay on gate £10 Adult Under 12's FREE FREE Parking | Slaley NE47 0AS VIEW SCHEDULE AND BOOK ONLINE www.slaleyshow.org.uk Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Saturday 10th August 2024 10th August 2024 All the thrills, spillsand traditions of a country village show! A fun packed day for all the family 9
ACTIVITIES Are you ready for a Summer of Play? ©National Trust 2024. Registered charity no. 205846. Sponsored by Discover days out across the North East that are jam-packed with fun. Find out what’s on at nationaltrust.org.uk/north-east 10
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WHAT'S ON Experience the only family muddy obstacle course in the North East this summer! Visit www.clartybairns.co.uk for dates, times and tickets Follow us on challengenorthumberland 14
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CLUBS& CLAS ES Stay Safe this Summer ALWAYS watch children around water and securely cover or empty water vessels after use (including baths, paddling pools and buckets). Choose to swim in areas supervised by lifeguards where possible. No matter your age, learning to swim is one of the best ways to be safer in and around water. Visit the Raring2go! website for a full listing of local swim classes. Learn First Aid, it saves lives. Accidents such as choking, burns, allergic reactions and falls can happen at any time. Understanding first aid techniques specific to children can make all the difference and help you stay calm and focused during critical moments. 1. 2. 3. 4. Wear at least SPF30 sunscreen and apply to areas not protected by clothing, such as the face, ears, feet and back of hands. Take extra care to protect babies and children from the sun as their skin is much more sensitive and can burn even on a cloudy day. Children should cover up with suitable clothing and spend time in the shade from 11am to 3pm. Stay hydrated this summer by drinking plenty of water, especially if you are active or outside in the heat. Know the signs of heat stroke and take necessary precautions so you don’t overexert yourself on warmer days. 16
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