North Tyneside Summer Festival 2019

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For more information see www.visitnorthtyneside.com

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Spanish City Plaza, Whitley Bay Wallsend Festival Mouth of the Tyne Festival Beach Events Blue Reef Aquarium Old Low Light, North Shields Fish Quay St. Mary’s Lighthouse Segedunum Roman Fort, Wallsend Stephenson Railway Museum Playhouse Whitley Bay Family Films in the Park North Tyneside Parks Libraries and Customer First Centres Summer of Cycling Other summer events Whitley Bay Classic Car Show

Events may be changed or cancelled at short notice for a variety of reasons so we advise that you check the latest information before making your journey.

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SPANISH CITY PLAZA, WHITLEY BAY 23 June

Spanish City Triathlon This popular adult triathlon and junior duathlon returns to Whitley Bay. For more information visit www.embracesport.com.

6 July, 11.30am – 5pm

Soundfest The annual Young Mayor’s music festival returns featuring the borough’s youngest and brightest bands and singers competing to win a place at this year’s Mouth of the Tyne Festival. The event is in partnership with North Tyneside Music Education Hub and is free to attend. Follow @NTMEHUK on Twitter and @soundfest2019 on Instagram for updates.

20 – 21 July, 10 – 11 August, 7 – 8 September

Feast by the Sea A taste of the best street food traders, drinks and a vintage kids’ corner.

For more information search for Feast by the Sea on Facebook.

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6 July – Wallsend Town Centre 7 July – The Green and Wallsend Parks Saturday will feature live music, a range of craft and food stalls outside of the Forum Shopping Centre, fairground rides, a display of vintage cars and lots of activities in Wallsend Customer First Centre.

On the Sunday, Wallsend Parks and Wallsend Hall will be teaming up again to offer a full day of entertainment including; live music, stalls, a fairground and lots of outdoor fun such as roaming street artists, circus workshops and big garden games.

Saturday music stages: Anson Stage 10.15am – 10.50am: Burnside Community College 11am – 11.30am: Wallsend Community Choir 11.40am – 12.45pm: St Thomas More RC Academy, supported by Phil Caffrey 1pm – 1.30pm: Churchill Community College 1.45pm – 2.15pm: The Caffreys 2.30pm – 3pm: Chloe Hill 3.15pm – 4pm: Georgia Carpenter

Atrium Stage at the Forum Shopping Centre 11am – 11.45am: Carville School 12noon – 12.30pm: LD North East 12.30pm – 2pm Amanda Nicole School of Dance 2.15pm – 3pm: Dance Kaleidoscope 3pm – 3.30pm: Hellcats

Times are approximate and subject to change at short notice.

For more information see www.visitnorthtyneside.com.

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BEACH EVENTS 13 - 14 July - Tynemouth Longsands

Tynemouth Beach Volleyball Tournament All welcome! The 2-a-side will take place on Saturday and 4-a-side on Sunday.

For more information visit www.tynemouthbeachvolleyball.co.uk.

3 August - Tynemouth Longsands

Newcastle Falcons Touch Rugby Tournament This touch rugby event is made up from mixed teams and is a quick small sided non-contact version of rugby. For further information, contact Gavin Beasley on 0191 214 2803 or email gavin.beasley@newcastle-falcons.co.uk.

4 August, from 10am - Whitley Bay beach, outside of Rendezvous CafĂŠ

Whitley Bay Sandcastle Competition Hundreds of people gather to test their sandcastle building abilities.

For further information visit www.visitnorthtyneside.com.

10 August, from 11am - Cullercoats RNLI

Cullercoats Harbour Day Entertainment, live music, stalls and refreshments. For more information call 0191 252 1820 or search for Cullercoats Lifeboat on Facebook.

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BLUE REEF AQUARIUM For more information visit www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk.

20 - 21 July

Pirates and Mermaids Arrrh me hearties!

Pirates have taken over the Aquarium.

Meet them and the amazing mermaid!

10 August

Dinosaur Day Meet Pete the giant animatronic T-rex. It’s going to be raaaawsome!

31 August - 1 September

Disney Weekend Dress up as your favourite Disney characters and help search for Nemo!

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OLD LOW LIGHT, NORTH SHIELDS FISH QUAY For more information or to book visit www.oldlowlight.co.uk or call 0191 257 4506.

27 July, 11am

Wildlife Talk: What to look for in the Summer A panel of local experts outline what wildlife could be seen in the local area this Summer. £3 per person, members free.

30 July – 30 September

120th Anniversary of the Fishermen’s Mission Retired local fishermen present the history of North Shields’ very own Fishermen’s Mission, an institution which is 120 years old in 2019. This also features an exhibition of work from Michael Smith, a local artist and fisherman.

3 August, 10.30am

Heritage Walk Join volunteer Martin Kenny for a tour of shipwrecks and survivors. £3 per person.

10 August, 11am

Heritage Talk: A Fishermen’s Mission Old Low Light volunteer and retired fisherman Michael Smith talks about his life at sea and the importance of the Fishermen’s Mission. £3 per person, members free.

14 September, 11am

Heritage Talk: Cuthbert Collingwood The life and times of Cuthbert Collingwood, with Old Low Light volunteer Syd Cairns. £3 per person, members free.

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ST. MARY’S LIGHTHOUSE, WHITLEY BAY For details or to book email stmaryslighthouse@northtyneside.gov.uk, call 0191 200 8650 or search for St Mary’s Lighthouse and Visitor Centre on Facebook.

22 July: 2pm – 4pm 2 August: 10.30am - 12.30pm 7 August: 2pm – 4pm 15 August: 10.30am - 12.30pm 20 August: 10.30am - 12.30pm

Rockpool Rambles Learn the best techniques and explore the rock pools with an expert to guide you and answer your questions.

Suitable for all over 5 years old, booking essential, £3 per person (including adults).

23 July: 2pm – 4pm 16 August: 10.30am – 12.30pm 19 August: 10.30am – 12.30pm

Fossil Frolics Hunt for fossils and learn more about the prehistoric past of the island. Suitable for all over 5 years old, booking essential, £3 per child.

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SEGEDUNUM ROMAN FORT, WALLSEND For more information visit www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk or call 0191 278 4217.

25 May - 15 September

Borderline Funny Curated by the Friends of Segedunum, Borderline Funny is an exhibition exploring the depiction of ancient Rome's great northern frontier of Hadrian’s Wall in cartoons.

It is the first time an exhibition dedicated to cartoons about Hadrian's Wall has been shown.

11am – 2pm – general public craft session, drop-in 2pm - 3pm – relaxed craft session for SEND visitors, drop-in

Marvellous Mondays Activities and crafts every Monday during school holidays, inspired by the objects and stories within the museum’s collections, exhibitions and permanent galleries.

22 July - Festival of Archaeology - Clay Creations with Potted History 29 July – Puppets for Storytelling 5 August – Roman Helmets 12 August – Celtic Cuffs and Torques, plus take a mini chariot ride* 19 August - Medusa Masks and Snake Crafts plus Serpent workshops* 26 August – Design a Standard *additional charges apply 10 August, 11am – 4pm

Hadrian Festival Join The Historical Combat company with a variety of re-enactors. Browse the Roman Market, watch the action in the arena as the Gladiators undertake training, guidance and instruction, have a go at archery or get involved in the hands-on craft activities all from historical tents.

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SEGEDUNUM ROMAN FORT, WALLSEND For more information visit www.segedunumromanfort.org.uk or call 0191 278 4217.

11 August, 11am – 4pm

The Gladiator Gauntlet You will be put through your paces and trained as a gladiator for a full day under the watchful eye of Doctore... are you tough enough?

Online booking essential www.historical-combat.co.uk/courses-and-training/.

18 August, 11am – 3pm

Let Battle Commence A day of history is brought to life through demos, displays and hands-on activities.

25 August, 11am – 3pm

Roman Falconry Join Albion Historical Falconry and their talented birds of prey to discover more about the Roman mythology of birds.

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STEPHENSON RAILWAY MUSEUM For more details visit www.stephensonrailwaymuseum.org.uk or call 0191 200 7146.

Heritage Train Rides 23 & 30 June, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 2pm & 3pm Prices £5 children / £7 adults / £17 family. Pay once - ride all day.

No booking required.

25 July, 1 August, 8 August, 15 August, 22 August, 29 August, 11am - 3pm

Make & Take Thursday Vintage trains and craft activities. Suitable for 3-7 year olds.

Charges apply for train rides (12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm).

11 August, 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm

Summer Sunday Special with Mr Windbags A winning combination of magic, comedy and balloon modelling has made Mr Windbags a favourite family entertainer. Suitable for ages 3 years and over.

18 August, 12pm - 3pm

Summer Sunday Special – Circus Skills An afternoon of circus, drama and comedy.

Great fun for the whole family. Drop-in event.

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PLAYHOUSE WHITLEY BAY For full listings or to book visit www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk or call 0844 248 1588.

31 July - 4 August

Rapunzel - Summer Pantomime A feast of fun for all the family. Following the story of the Princess with magic hair; there’s sure to be adventure, magic and mirth.

Tickets: £16 adults, £14 concessions.

6 - 8 August

The Tiger Who Came To Tea A musical play based on the book by Judith Kerr. Direct from the West End the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour.

The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos.

All tickets: £12, family of 4+ £11 each.

27 August

Voldemort & The Teenage Hogwarts Before Voldemort became He Who Must Not Be Named, he was just Tom Riddle, another moody teenager at Hogwarts. Join him in this brand new hilarious musical adventure as he learns the ways of love, proper snake maintenance and The Unforgivable Curses.

Tickets: £19.50 adults, £15 concessions.

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FAMILY FILMS IN THE PARK Enjoy a selection of family blockbusters on giant screens in our beautiful parks this summer. Pack up a picnic and enjoy a great day out with family and friends.

All events are free to attend. In the event of poor weather conditions screenings may be cancelled or postponed.

26 August – Richardson Dees Park, Wallsend

10am – Peter Rabbit PG 1pm – Incredibles 2 PG 27 August – Benton Quarry Park

10am – Paddington 2 PG 1pm – Lego Movie 2 U 28 August – Springfield Park, Forest Hall

10am – Finding Dory U 1pm – Lego Batman Movie U 29 August – Killingworth Lakeside

10am – Captain Underpants U 1pm – Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck It Ralph 2 PG 30 August – Rising Sun Country Park

10am – Mary Poppins Returns U 1pm – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse PG 31 August – Northumberland Park

10am – Peter Rabbit PG 1pm – The Greatest Showman PG 1 September – Lockey Park

10am – Moana PG 1pm – Incredibles 2 PG

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Rising Sun Countryside Centre Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.risingsuncountrypark.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

22 July, 19 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Aquatic Adventures Delve beneath the surface to meet the residents of our ponds.

For ages 3+. £3.25 per child.

22 July, 5 August, 19 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Butterflies, Bugs and Beasties Look for butterflies in the park if it is sunny or for minibeasts if it is wet.

For ages 3+. £3.25 per child.

23 July, 30 July, 6 August, 13 August, 20 August, 27 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Giant’s Garden Paddle in the stream, build a bridge, create a den and more.

For up to 6 years. £3.25 per child.

24 July, 5 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Tree-mendous Fun A morning of hands-on, tree-themed activities.

For ages 5+. £3.25 per child.

24 July, 1.30pm – 3pm

Get Crafty with Nature Use natural materials to create artworks such as a framed leaf print picture.

For ages 5+. £3.25 per child.

24 July, 31 July, 7 August, 21 August, 9am – 3.30pm

Bikeability Level 2 One day training course for young people aged 9 – 14 years.

Bring own bike and helmet. Free.

29 July, 12 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Campfire Fun Make a campfire using natural materials, cook and enjoy tasty snacks around the fire. For ages 6+. £3.50 per person.

29 July, 12 August, 26 August, 10.30am – 12pm 7 August, 28 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Den Building Explore the woods and build a den using natural materials.

For ages 5+. £3.25 per child.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Rising Sun Countryside Centre Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.risingsuncountrypark.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

31 July, 10.30am – 12pm

Treasure Trail Use maps to find clues and unlock the treasure box to find treats.

For up to 7 years. £4 per child.

31 July, 26 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Mini Beast Hunt Join the search for woodlice, centipedes and spiders. For ages 3+. £3.25 per child.

7 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Orienteering Get some handy orienteering hints and then embark on an adventure around the park using map reading skills. Walk, run or cycle (bring own bikes). For ages 5+. £3.25 per child.

14 August, 11am – 2pm

Teddy Bears Picnic Bring your teddy and enjoy a magic show, face painters, balloon artists, dancing and fun fair rides. Seek out The Three Bears House to make porridge, create crafts and enjoy a bear trail. £5.25 per person, free for children under 3.

21 August, 9.30am – 12pm

Family Bushcraft Learn some survival secrets. Dress for mess! For ages 7+. £10 per person.

28 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Grow Your Own Vegetables Learn how to grow your own fresh produce at home.

For ages 3+. £3.25 per person.

Wallsend Parks Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.wallsendparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

23 July, 30 July, 6 August, 13 August, 20 August, 27 August, 11am – 2pm

Games on the Green Test your skills against your family and friends at archery, mini golf and mini tennis. £1 per child, just turn up.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Wallsend Parks Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.wallsendparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

25 July, 1.30pm – 3pm

Story Telling Family storytelling event with Tony Wilson and Tom McConville who play live guitar, ukulele and banjo. Free, just turn up.

30 July, 13 August, 9.30am – 12pm or 1pm – 3pm

Bikeability Level 1 An introductory course. Bring your own bike and helmet. Free.

1 August, 22 August, 11am and 1pm

Circus Theatre Join Bell and Bullock for family friendly shows. Free, just turn up.

2 August, 11am – 2pm

Family Fun Day Get the family active at Sport North Tyneside’s fun day with games, challenges, music and more. Free, just turn up.

20 July, 3 August, 17 August, 14 September, 1pm – 3pm

Bandstand Music Relax and enjoy live music from the park bandstand. Free, just turn up.

8 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Circus Workshop Join local hula hooper and stilt walker Tanya Oxbury. Free, just turn up.

15 August, 10am – 12pm and 1pm – 3pm

Water Play Day Bring your own water pistol and fill up from water stations on the green. £3.25 per child, per session.

29 August, 11am – 3pm

Picnic in the Park Bring your picnic and enjoy family activities.

Free, just turn up.

31 August, 11am – 2pm

Annual Dog Oscars Register your dog in advance. £1.50 per dog, per category.

Pay on the day, just turn up.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Northumberland Park Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.northumberlandpark.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

13 July, 11am

Mouth of the Tyne Festival from the Park Live music at the bandstand. Just turn up, free.

24 July, 8 August, 21 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Nature Park Walk See who is hiding under the rocks and among the trees and plants.

For ages 4+. £3.25 per child.

25 July, 13 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Kite Making Make your own kite and fly it in the park. £3.25 per child.

31 July, 15 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Story Time in the Park Children’s stories in the park. £3.25 per child.

1 August, 22 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Environmental Art Use natural materials to create a nature picture. £3.25 per child.

7 August, 29 August, 10.30am – 12pm

Butterflies, Bugs and Beasties Look for butterflies in the park if it is sunny or for minibeasts if it is wet.

For ages 3+. £3.25 per child.

16 August, 11am – 2pm

Family Fun Day Get the family active at Sport North Tyneside’s fun day with games, challenges, music and more. Free, just turn up.

14 September, 11am – 3pm

Annual Summer Dog Oscars Register your dog in advance. £1.50 per dog, per category.

Pay on the day, just turn up.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Springfield Park Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.bentonkillingworthspringfieldparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

26 July, 11am – 2pm

Family Fun Day Get the family active at Sport North Tyneside’s fun day with games, challenges, music and more. Free, just turn up.

Benton Quarry Park Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.bentonkillingworthspringfieldparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

14 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Mini Beast Hunt Join the search for woodlice, centipedes and spiders.

For ages 3+. £3.25 per child.

1 September, 11am – 2pm

Neighbourhood Family Fun Day and Picnic Organised by the Friends of Benton Quarry.

Bring your picnic and enjoy music, games and more.

Just turn up, free.

Killingworth Lakeside Park Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.bentonkillingworthspringfieldparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

24 July, 10.30am – 12pm

Nature and Mini Beast Hunt Join the search for woodlice, centipedes and spiders.

For ages 3+. £3.25 per child.

7 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Sketching Nature in the Park Join the warden for hints and tips on sketching wildlife.

For ages 5+. £3.25 per child.

21 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Butterfly Walk Learn about butterflies and sweep the meadows to see them up close.

For ages 4+. £3.25 per child.

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NORTH TYNESIDE PARKS Marden Quarry Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.churchillmardensouterparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

1 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Butterflies, Bugs and Beasties Look for butterflies in the park if it is sunny or for minibeasts if it is wet.

For ages 5+. £3.25 per child.

15 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Nature Park Walk See who is hiding under the rocks and among the trees and plants.

For ages 4+. £3.25 per child.

29 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Get Crafty with Nature Use natural materials to create artworks such as a framed leaf print picture.

For ages 5+. £3.25 per child.

Churchill Playing Fields Unless otherwise stated, all events must be booked online at www.churchillmardensouterparks.eventbrite.com (fees apply).

23 July, 6 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Nature Park Walk See who is hiding under the rocks and among the trees and plants.

For ages 4+. £3.25 per child.

6 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Get Crafty with Nature Use natural materials to create artworks such as a framed leaf print picture.

For ages 5+. £3.25 per child.

9 August, 11am – 2pm

Family Fun Day Get the family active at Sport North Tyneside’s fun day with games, challenges, music and more. Free, just turn up.

20 August, 1.30pm – 3pm

Butterflies, Bugs and Beasties Look for butterflies in the park if it is sunny or for minibeasts if it is wet.

For ages 5+. £3.25 per child.

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LIBRARIES AND CUSTOMER FIRST CENTRES

Summer Reading Challenge From 13 July Read at least six library books of your choice. Collect special stickers and rewards to complete the challenge and attend a special ceremony to receive your medal.

This year’s theme is Space Chase, an out-of-this-world adventure inspired by the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing.

Medal Ceremonies 27 August, 3.30pm - 4.30pm White Swan Customer First Centre, Killingworth Captain Raggy Beard 28 August, 2.30pm - 3.30pm Wallsend Customer First Centre Mr Twister 29 August, 2.30pm - 3.30pm Whitley Bay Customer First Centre Animupps Puppet Show 30 August, 2.45pm - 3.45pm North Shields Customer First Centre Mr Windbags

Summer Parties Enjoy a disco, party games, magic show, balloon modelling and much more.

25 July, 11am - 2pm John Willie Sams Centre, Dudley 1 August, 11am - 2pm White Swan Customer First Centre, Killingworth 24 August, 10am - 12.30pm Oxford Centre, Longbenton

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Other Events 23 July, 2.30pm, Longbenton Library

Busy Bee-Bots An hour of coding fun with the smiley interactive robots. Suitable for age 4 - 7 years.

26 July, 3pm - 4pm, Monkseaton Library

Decorate Your Own Solar System Mobile Get creative and build your solar system after decorating it in fantastic space-themed colours. Take home and hang in your bedroom. Suitable for age 5 years plus.

30 July, 2.30pm - 3.30pm, Howdon Library 12 August, 11.30am - 12.30pm, North Shields Customer First Centre

Big Bang Science Party Fun science experiments to get involved in. Suitable for age 4 years plus.

Free event, booking essential.

31 July, 3pm - 4pm, Wallsend Customer First Centre

Bubble Show Come and join in the fun with our huge bubble show. Each child will get the opportunity to stand in a massive bubble. Suitable for age 4 years plus.

Free event, booking essential.

5 August, 11.30am - 12.30pm, Whitley Bay Customer First Centre

Sand Art Colourful fun with Kids Bee Happy. Choose your favourite space-themed card and add some sparkly sand. Suitable for age 3 years plus. Free event, booking essential.

6 August, 2.30pm, Battle Hill Library

Paint Your Rocket Ceramic Coin Bank Transform your rocket in to a lovely colourful money box. Then do some space themed crafts. Suitable for age 5 years plus.

14 August, 2pm - 4pm, North Shields Customer First Centre

Let’s Code A great afternoon of coding fun, including Spheros, Ozobots, Makey Makeys, Micro:bits and paper circuits. Suitable for age 6 years plus. Free event, booking essential.

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LIBRARIES AND CUSTOMER FIRST CENTRES 15 August, 2.30pm - 3.30pm, Shiremoor Library

Cubetto Join in our fun interactive coding session and listen to a great story about the robot.

Suitable for ages 3 – 6 years. Free event, booking essential.

21 August, White Swan Customer Service Planetarium (must be booked through your local library) Join the Centre for Life team as they take you on a great space adventure in their planetarium dome. £1.50 per person. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Booking is essential.

10am - 10.45am – suitable for up to 7 years (toddler friendly) 11am - 11.45am – suitable for 7 years and over 12pm - 12.45pm – suitable for 7 years and over 2pm - 2.45pm – suitable for up to 7 years (toddler friendly) 3pm - 3.45pm – suitable for 7 years and over 22 August, 10am - 11.30am, Wallsend Customer First Centre

The Very Hungry Code-a-Pillar Hands-on coding fun with very friendly coding caterpillars. Interactive session including songs and storytime. Suitable for age 3 - 5 years. Free event, booking essential.

23 August, 2pm - 3pm, John Willie Sams Centre, Dudley

Grow Your Own Get your hands dirty creating your own plants and watch them grow over the next few weeks. Suitable for aged 3 years plus. Free event, booking essential.

Tynemouth Library - 15 July, 10am Cullercoats Library - 2 August, 2.30pm Forest Hall Library - 8 August, 11am Wideopen Library - 20 August, 10am

Book Trust Storytime Sessions for under-fives Enjoy a lovely story followed by crafts and rhymes. Suitable for the very young.

Entry opens 13 July and closes 19 August at 12pm

Summer Art Challenge The theme is ‘Is anybody out there?’ Entry forms available from your local library.

Categories; 0-5 years, 6-11 years and 12-16 years.

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LIBRARIES AND CUSTOMER FIRST CENTRES Film Clubs Forest Hall Library (all 2.30pm) 23 July - Monster Trucks (PG) 30 July - The Minions (U) 6 August - Despicable Me (U) 13 August - Gnomeo and Juliet (U) 20 August - The Boss Baby (U) 27 August - Rio (U)

Whitley Bay Customer First Centre (all 1.45pm) 25 July - Space Chimps (U) 8 August - Escape From Planet Earth (U) 22 August - Ice Age 5. Collision Course (U)

Howdon Library 2.30pm 15 August - Home (U) North Shields Customer First Centre (all 1pm) 17 July - Bohemian Rhapsody (12) 21 August - Ant Man and the Wasp (12) Shiremoor Library (10.30am) 6 August - Mars Needs Moms (PG) Wallsend Customer First Centre (all 11am) 24 July - Space Buddies (U) 31 July - Ratchet and Clank (U) 7 August - Space Chimps 2 (U) 14 August - Escape from Planet Earth (U) 21 August - Home (U) White Swan Customer First Centre (all 11am) 31 July – Spiderman, Into the Spiderverse (PG) 14 August – Avengers: Infinity War (PG 13) 28 August - Home (U)

Mobile Library Bus The library bus will be out touring over the summer: Meadow Well Connected 23 July, 9.30am - 10.30am 30 July, 9.30am - 10.30am 6 August, 9.30am - 10.30am 13 August, 9.30am -10.30am Springfield Park Family Fun Day 26 July, 11am – 2pm Northumberland Park Fun Day 16 August, 11am – 2pm

Most events are free but must be booked in advance. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information email library.events@northtyneside.gov.uk or call 0191 643 5833.

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NORTH TYNESIDE

SUMMER OF CYCLING This summer we’re celebrating cycling!

Whether pedalling for fun or as an alternative to the car, cycling is low impact, lifts your mood, puts a smile on your face and improves your general health and wellbeing.

There’s lots on across the summer, catering for all ages and abilities:

Learn to ride

Bikeability safety training

Family fun days Adapted bikes

Guided rides

Bike MOTs skate park events Bike amnesty View the full programme online at www.northtyneside.gov.uk, or email sport@northtyneside.gov.uk.

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EVEN MORE SUMMER EVENTS! 30 June, 28 July, 25 August, 10am – 3pm Whitley Bay Metro Station

Green Beans Market Music, entertainment and a chance to enjoy local creative, upcycled, healthy products in a friendly community atmosphere.

For more information email greenbeansmarket@gmail.com or follow Green Beans Market on Facebook.

6 July Shiremoor

Shiremoor Treat Local schools and community groups are led by marching bands along traditional routes to the treat field where a programme of sports, competitions, entertainment and displays take place throughout the day. For further information visit www.shiremoortreat.org.

7 July The Links, Whitley Bay

Whitley Bay Vintage Bus Rally See a fleet of vintage vehicles in a colourful display.

For more information visit www.nebpt.co.uk.

20 July, 11am - 3pm Linskill Centre, North Shields

Linskill Summer Fete A free family fun day.

To keep informed of activities and timings visit www.linskill.org.

21 July, from 11am North Shields Fish Quay

RNLI Day Entertainment, live music, stalls and refreshments.

For more information call 0191 257 0913.

27 – 28 July John Spence Community High School, North Shields

Railex NE 2019 Model Railway Exhibition Presented by Blyth & Tyne Model Railway Society For more information visit www.railexne.com.

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EVEN MORE SUMMER EVENTS! 13 August – 1 September Beaconsfield, Tynemouth

Cirque du Hilarious Slapstick superstars and panto legends Danny Adams and Clive Webb will bring their famous Cirque Du Hilarious back to the coast for another year of family fun. To book tickets visit www.cirqueduhilarious.co.uk.

17 – 18 August, 10am – 5pm The Links, Whitley Bay

The Big Whitley Bay Show A weekend of family fun at the coast including North Tyneside Strongest competition, family tug of war, live entertainment, music, dance, street food and craft stalls.

For more information search for The Big Whitley Bay Show on Facebook.

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EVEN MORE SUMMER EVENTS! 18 August, 10am to 4pm Tynemouth Station

Book Fair Browse books on all topics and genres.

For more information see www.tynemouthstationbookfair.co.uk.

18 August, from 7.30am Tynemouth

Mouth of the Tyne Aquathlon Set in the shadow of Tynemouth Priory, the Mouth of the Tyne Aquathlon is a new event for North Tyneside. For more information search for Mouth of the Tyne Aquathlon on Facebook.

16 August - 1 September Various locations

Whitley Bay Film Festival Annual event celebrating great film in great locations.

For further information visit www.whitleybayfilmfestival.co.uk.

22 – 26 August The Links, Whitley Bay

Spanish City Summer Fun Fair The annual family fun fair returns to the Links.

23 August, 4pm – 9.30pm Northumberland Square, North Shields

Scran?

Local craft ale, gin and street food with live acoustic music.

For more information search Scran? on Facebook.

24 August Various locations

Crossing the Tyne Buskers Festival Some of the region’s best musicians performing on both sides of the River Tyne.

For more details visit the Facebook page.

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EVEN MORE SUMMER EVENTS! 25 August Tynemouth

The Great North Bike Ride A sponsored ride for the Chris Lucas Trust, from Seahouses to Tynemouth.

For further information visit www.greatnorthbikeride.com.

31 August, 10.30am start Parks Sports Centre, North Shields

Stride Out to the Lighthouse A 10km walk starting at the Parks Sports Centre and ending at St Mary’s Lighthouse.

To register search for Stride Out to the Lighthouse on Eventbrite.

13 - 22 September Various venues across North Tyneside

Heritage Open Days Dozens of North Tyneside venues will once again open their doors to the public. For further information visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk.

14 September, 1pm – 4pm Eccles Hall

Earsdon Scarecrow Festival Spot the scarecrows with the Earsdon Trail and visit the church hall for cake stalls, facepainting, crafts, sand art, candy floss, and ice cream.

Scarecrows made by local residents will be on display around the village all weekend.

Ship Inn Monkseaton, 14 September - 6.30pm and Monkseaton Arms, 15 September - 11.30am

Monkseaton Morris Men Weekend of Dance Traditional dances from Belgian and English Morris Dance teams.

Further information from www.monkseatonmorrismen.co.uk

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30 June, 4pm – 7pm 1 September, 3pm – 6pm

North Tyneside Coastal Heroes Tours Celebrate local legends of TV, film and music. Hosted by Ray Laidlaw, the 3 hour tour will include some very special guests and breaks for refreshments. Pick up is from the Gibraltar Rock Pub in Tynemouth.

Tickets £15. For more information visit www.tyneidols.com.

SHOPPING CENTRES The Beacon Centre, North Shields For further information call 0191 258 3909.

25 July, 10am – 3pm

Under Fives Play Day A free play day featuring soft play and craft activities for children five years and under. The event is in partnership with Linskill Nursery.

8 August, sessions at 11am and 1pm

Unicorn Party Join the centre’s unicorn party with themed interactive games, crafts and dancing.

Free event, pre-booking is advised to avoid disappointment.

The Forum Shopping Centre, Wallsend For further information call 0191 262 8230.

7 August, sessions at 11am and 1pm

Calling All Aspiring Knights and Princesses A host of fun activities for budding knights and princesses.

Free event, pre-booking is advised to avoid disappointment.

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The Links, Whitley Bay Sunday 15th September 2019 10am - 3pm

Enter via Eventbrite.

More information at www.visitnorthtyneside.com.

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