What's On in North East England for Kids | January 2019

After hibernating over Christmas, I can't wait to get out and about in January again. I have a few days out planned this month including a trip up to Kielder to try the new Zog trail. I can't wait for that! January is all about being frugal too so please share any ideas you have for free/low-cost days out over in my North East Days Out Facebook Group here. 


Days Out Ideas for January 2019

• The Zog Trail begins at Hamsterley and Kielder Forest (exact start date to be announced) - see here for details 
• Kids travel for £1 on Tanfield Railway during every Sunday in January (when accompanied by a fare paying adult) - see here for details 
• Preston Park has recently launched a new 'Behind the Seams' exhibition featuring 35 costumes from stage and screen including costumes from Poldark, Peaky Blinders, Beauty and the Beast, The Crown, Doctor Who, Game of Thrones and more. The exhibition is available to visit daily until 3 March. Find out more here.
• Why not try the Winter Nature Trail at Gibside (January and February) - see here for details
• How about the Creatures of the Night Trail at Wallington (January and February) - see here for details 
• The Coal Forest trail continues at Woodhorn this month with the chance to create your own gem if you visit over a weekend (included with admission/annual pass) - see here for details Head over to my Instagram Story Highlights (under Woodhorn) if you want to take a peek at our trip in December (www.instagram.com/northeastfamilyfun)
• Free Face-painting at The Keel Row every Saturday (12:30-3pm) - see here for details
• Play Ping Pong at the Ping Pong Parlour in Dalton Park, daily until 25 January. It's free - see here for details 

Ideas from North East Family Fun

• The best family walks near play parks and cafes 
• 20 places to visit in the North East when it rains (all accessible via public transport)
• 11 woodland walks to try in North East England
• The adventure playgrounds at Wallington Hall 
• A guide to the best Sunday lunches in North East England 

5 & 6 January

• 4-6 January | The Cheese Festival at The Cluny (free entry) - see here for details 
• 5 January | Sing a long The Greatest Showman at The Thought Foundation (no booking required) - see here for details 
• 5 & 6 January | Twelfth Night Celebrations at Beamish - see here for details
• 5 & 6 January | Winter wildlife trail at Cragside - see here for details 
• 6 January | FREE Family Health Walk at The Rising Sun Country Park - see here for details
• 6 January | Souter Bird Race - see here for details 

12 & 13 January

• 12 January | Family Silent Disco at The Cumberland Arms - find out more here 
• 12 & 13 January | Christmas Tree Weekend at Kirkley Hall Zoo. Donate your real Christmas Tree to the animals and gain one free adult entry or one half price family pass. Find out more here.
• 13 January | Kids Comedy Club at The Stand - see here for details 

19 & 20 January

• 19 January | Forest School Taster Day at Stomping Grounds Forest School for Under 6s - see here for details 
• 20 January | Cardboard Character Crafting at Seven Stories (pre-booking advisable). Find out more here
• 20 January | Family Yoga at Charles Street Community Centre, Byker - see here for details 

26 & 27 January

• 26 January | Gateshead Silent Film Festival - Family Funny Bones House at St Mary's Heritage Centre - see here for details
• 26 January  | The Big Bird Watch
• 26 January | Dark Skies Disco at The Sill (with Chalk) - see here for details 
• 26 & 27 January | Ultimate Fortnite Gaming Event at Game Day Events - see here for details
• 27 January | Lee Kyle's White Elephant Stall at The Stand - see here for details

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