What's On in North East England - December 2023

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Top Tip - If you are looking for FREE / LOW Cost Drop In Events only, scroll right to the bottom of this post for a big list of just that. 

Keep scrolling to see what's on by date...... 

Christmas & Santa at Spilmans Review

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Spilmans Farm is a lovely family-run farm near Thirsk in North Yorkshire. We are big fans and never miss their pumpkin picking event in October. It's an easy 1 hour drive down the A19 from Newcastle and there is ample free parking on site. 

• Find out more and book here: Book Christmas at Spilmans

Winter Wonderscape at Metrocentre Review

Thanks to our writer Bethanie for this post which is based on a visit in November 2023. Please check with venue direct for the most up to date information. 

This weekend we made the trip to the Metrocentre, to see what their Winter Wonderscape was all about. I was a bit worried I had chosen the wrong weekend to visit, with it being the Black Friday weekend and only a month away from Christmas.

We were booked in for 4pm so it wasn’t too bad as the shops were quieting off a bit and there was an excited buzz in the air.

FREE and Low Cost Winter & Festive Events (with no booking required)

Here is my annual list of FREE (or low cost) events which can be enjoyed with no booking required over the festive period. 

Please always double check opening times, dates and information direct with venues before heading out and when making plans as the information in this post may change over time and sadly, last minute event cancellations is not a rare occurrence in these current times.

Northern Lights Newcastle Review & Tips

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You'll find me posting lots of days out reviews, videos and tips as well as 'what's on at the weekend' posts over there. 

The Tynemouth Castle Inn Review

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I was over the moon when the old Park Hotel was taken over by the Inn Collection Group with the promise of a grand refurbishment.

20+ Christmas Events for Kids across North East England

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Oriental Museum Durham Review (A FREE Day Out)

Thanks to our writer Gaia for this post which was based on a visit in November 2023. Please check with venue direct for the most up-to-date info. Over to Gaia..... 

If you’re looking for something to do in Durham that’s free, fun and educational then I can highly recommend the Oriental Museum.

Lazy Bear Tipi Newcastle Central Station

 This post is based on a visit in November 2023. 

We visited Lazy Bear Tipi on a sunny Sunday afternoon in November while we were out celebrating our wedding anniversary. It was the first bar we visited so we got there for opening. In fact we were the first ones there which why it looks so quiet in my photos. 

What's On in North East England for Kids & Teens - November 2023

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Let's take a look at what's on across the North East for kids and teens this month.......  

Beauty & the Beast at Newcastle Theatre Royal 

Northern Ballet's Beauty & the Beast is showing at Newcastle Theatre Royal until 11 November. It's a gorgeous show with stunning costumes, out of this world dancing and of course a fabulous live orchestra too. I loved that there were some comedy moments too - I wasn't expecting that. The show is packed with drama and emotion. 

Use this link to book half price kids tickets (up to two kids 1/2 price per paying adult): Beauty & the Beast Tickets