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Classes and groups
Fancy a regular session for little ones? Here are a few classes and groups to get you started — days, times and booking details are on each one.
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Classes & groupsTiny T's
At St Thomas Church
Next session Wed 21 Oct at 10:00Tiny T’s is a parent-and-toddler group at St Thomas Church for children from birth to five with a parent or carer. Sessions include play opportunities, music or song time, movement activities and a healthy snack.
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First Words Together at St Martins Centre
At St Martin's Centre, Byker
Next session Wed 21 Oct at 13:00First Words Together is a parent-and-child session at St Martin’s Centre in Byker for children aged one to two. It focuses on communication and language.
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Family Session at Healthworks
At Health Resource Centre
Weekly sessions – check websiteA free monthly Saturday session with family activities for children aged 0–8.
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Tumble Tots at Northern Football Club Gosforth
At Northern Football Club
Next session Wed 21 Oct at 10:00 · 4 sessions that dayBook a sessionFour Wednesday movement classes developing balance, coordination and confidence from six months to school age.
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Sensory Kidz – Gateshead Family Hubs
4 verified locations
Choose a locationContact before visitingRelaxed sensory-play groups at Gateshead Family Hubs, giving babies and young children opportunities to explore lights, textures, sounds and age-appropriate activities with their grown-up. Select a hub below to check its current venue, timetable, suitability and practical details.
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Cook, Play and Learn at The Lemington Centre
At The Lemington Centre
Next session Wed 21 Oct at 10:00Cook, Play and Learn is a healthy cooking activity at The Lemington Centre.
Put it in the diary
What’s coming up?
Seasonal fun, family events and things worth planning ahead for across the North East.
Heritage & historyGhosts of History at Newcastle Castle 2026
Newcastle Castle
1 Oct – 2 Nov 2026· Newcastle upon Tyne· PaidView event details
Museums & exhibitionsHalloween at Life Science Centre 2026
Life Science Centre
1 Oct – 31 Oct 2026· Newcastle upon Tyne· PaidView event details
Days out & attractionsHolmside Park Pumpkin Patch 2026
Holmside Park
2 Oct – 31 Oct 2026· Chester-le-Street· PaidView event details
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Rainy-day ideas
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Classes & groups
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Museums & learning
Hands-on exhibits, stories and discoveries.
Soft play
Burn off some energy whatever the weather.
Free days out
Memorable family time without the entry fee.
Need a few ideas?
A handy place to start
A few useful guides for getting out with the bairns, whether you’re planning ahead or need an idea for today.
Seasonal guide
October Half-Term Events in the North East 2026
Find confirmed October half-term events and reliable family days out across the North East for 2026.
Read this guideSeasonal guide
Halloween Events in the North East 2026
Find verified Halloween events in the North East for 2026, including dates, times, ticket information and booking links where available.
Read this guideGuide by need
Free Family Days Out in the North East
Find free-entry family days out by area across the North East, including Darlington and Teesside. Compare indoor and outdoor ideas, ages and optional costs.
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