A Day at Hamsterley Forest

 This is an advert for November 2025. Any edits / reshares after this date have not been asked or paid for. As always, do check with the venue direct for up to date info as details can change over time. You can do that here: https://www.forestryengland.uk/hamsterley-forest

Hamsterley Forest is County Durham's largest forest and a fantastic place to spend a day out with family and friends. We've been visiting with the kids since they were little and it's still a firm favourite. 

What's On in the North East for Kids & Teens | November 2025

Always check with venues for the most up to date info when making plans and before setting off as sometimes events can change. You can do this by clicking the blue links. 

I have not included most Christmas Market listings in this post (too many!), you can read my full guide to North East Christmas Markets here: https://www.northeastfamilyfun.co.uk/2018/10/guide-to-north-east-christmas-markets-2018.html

20+ FREE Things to do in North East England - November 2025

This post includes FREE things to do across weekends in November 2025. Always check with venues direct for up to date info before heading out. 

• 8 Nov - FREE Waggonways Exhibition and Family Activity Day at The Common Room Newcastle 
  
  
• 8 Nov - FREE Learn Turkish at Great North Museum