This post is based on a visit in April 2024. Please check with venue direct for the most up to date info, especially regarding areas of the woods which are closed, before setting out. You can do that here: https://www.forestryengland.uk/thrunton-wood
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This post will share 25 FREE days out across North East England and was published in April 2024.
Please always check with venues direct for the most up to date information and opening hours before heading out.
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This post was published in April 2024. Please check with venue direct for the most up-to-date info, especially regarding opening hours and admission costs. Our most recent visit was in April 2024 however some of the photos/info in this post is from previous visits.
This post was published in April 2024. Please check with venues direct for the most up-to-date info as details can change over time. ALWAYS check opening hours direct before heading out.
Now that Jungle Jack's has closed in Eldon Square, it kind of feels like there is a bit of a lack of play areas in Newcastle City Centre so I thought I would put together a few ideas.
Not all of these suggestions are traditional play areas, but they all should provide entertainment / something to do for kids.
This post was published in April 2024. Please check with venues direct for the most up-to-date pricing and travel info.
This post was published in April 2024. Prices last checked April 2024. Please check with venues direct for the most up-to-date-info.
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This post is based on a visit in March 2024 which was paid for by myself. Please check with venue direct for the most up-to-date info and pricing.
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The Visit Northumberland app is FREE to download for both Apple and Android users. Now I was born and bred in Northumberland and raised my children here. Plus thanks to my job, I reckon I have probably enjoyed more days out in the region than the average person.
So you can imagine my surprise when the Visit Northumberland app presented some options for a day out which I'd never even heard of!
This post is based on a visit in April 2024. We have chosen and paid for everything mentioned in this post ourselves however most of the links are (ad) affiliate. Information last checked and correct March 2024. Always check with venues direct for the most up to date information as it can change.
AD - This post contains adverts and affiliate links. This post was published in February 2024 and full opening hours may not have been announced. It's SUPER important you check up-to-date opening hours & info with venues direct before heading out, especially over Bank Holidays.
This post was published in February 2024. Always check with venues direct for the most-up-to-date info before heading out, especially regarding opening hours.
Most of the places mentioned in this post are in the City Centre and easy to walk to on foot however a few are located on the outskirts and a quick bus/Metro ride may be easier with little legs.
This post is based on a visit in February 2024 and information/facilities can change over time. Please check with venues direct for the most up-to-date info.
Thanks to our writer Bethanie for this post which was published in February 2024. Prices and info were last checked in February 2024 and will change over time so please check with venues direct (we have added their links) for up-to-date timetables, prices and policies before heading out. Over to Bethanie........
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This is an advert for January 2024 and based on a visit in January 2024 by our writer Gaia. Any edits / shares beyond this date have not been asked or paid for. As always, check with venue direct for the most up to date information.
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This post was published in February 2024 and contains adverts and affiliate links.
ALWAYS check details with venues direct by clicking the blue links before heading out, especially opening hours and booking details. Information can change.
This is an advert for January 2024 and based on a visit in January 2024 by our writer Gaia and her 5 year old daughter.
Any shares / edits beyond this date have not been asked or paid for. Please always check with venues direct before visiting for the most up to date info, especially regarding opening hours and prices as these can change over time. You can do that here: https://www.treehousewhitleybay.co.uk/. Over to Gaia:
If you're looking for a soft play that's perfect for little ones then the Treehouse Soft play in Whitley Bay is it! With a play structure that's perfect for under 7s, talking trees, ride on toys and a separate area for non-walking babies (on selected days), it's the perfect option for babies, toddlers pre-schoolers and young children.
This post is based on a visit in January 2024. Please check for up to date info with venues direct before heading out (especially bus timetables).
*This post is based on a visit in January 2024. Exhibitions do change over time and information can change too. It's important you check details with venues direct before visiting for the most up-to-date info.
This post is an advert for January 2024. Any shares/edits beyond that date have not been asked/paid for. Information correct as of January 2024. This post was published by our writer Gaia who visited with her daugher Ada (5).
It's important to check with venue direct for the most up-to-date info before heading out, especially regarding prices and opening times as information can change over time. You can do that here: https://www.kikiskabin.co.uk/
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This post was published in Jan 2024. Prices and info were last checked on this date and are subject to change - check with attractions direct for the most up-to-date info.
This post was published in Jan 2024. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date info.
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You can access most of these playgrounds (I feel like Druridge Bay is the only one that would be tricky) by bus. Check out the Arriva X18 service timetable and you can read my blog about Visiting the Northumberland Coast by Bus.
If you'd like to see a map with the locations of these playgrounds, I have added one at the bottom of this post.
We love this walk at Gibside and have enjoyed it a fair few times now. It's one of our go-to walks with Fozzy as there is lots for him to sniff, the paths are mostly wide, it's pretty quiet and it includes the dog exercise field at the Stables where he can safely run around as we enjoy a coffee.
Access to this walk is included with National Trust Membership / admission to Gibside.
This post is based on a visit in November 2023. Please check with venue direct for the most up-to-date information, especially regarding prices and opening hours.
This post is based on a visit in November 2023. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date info.
Cawfields is a free entry section of Hadrian's Wall which is open 24/7. There's a car park and it's accessible by bus. It's the easiest way to reach a Milecastle by car (Milecastle 42 is a very short walk from the car park) and a fantastic place to start a walk along Hadrian's Wall with excellent views.
Are you looking for some indoor fun this January but you're not sure where to visit? This list is for you. I have checked all of the attractions below and they are open in January but do check direct before visiting as some are open on reduced hours / days over the winter months.
In October I took my youngest daughter along to the Cub Play Cafe which is in Blyth. We both had a really enjoyable morning, playing and snacking, so I wanted to share with you our experience and what to expect from your visit.
Always check with venues direct for up to date opening hours and event info before heading out as information can change.
