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| Title | Content type | Description | Date(s) | Cost | Contact details | Areas covered | Key words |
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| Birdwatch Bike Tour: Baltic to the Kittiwake Tower | Events and Activities | Get up close to nesting Kittiwakes on this 6-mile ride east along the Gateshead riverside to the Kittiwake Tower Local Nature Reserve. Birdwatch Bike Tour: Baltic to Kittiwake Tower Local Nature ReserveFri 24 July | 14:30-15:30Baltic Square, booking essential All ages A 6-mile ride east along the |
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Free | infomationd@balticmill.com 01914781810 |
Gateshead Town Centre, Gateshead Wide, Quay Side | Cycling / Walking, Outdoor Activities, Children |
| Pedal & Play | Events and Activities | Navigate a cone course, practise your skills, and enjoy activities designed for the whole family. Fri 24th July & Fri 28th August | 10:30 - 14:00 Free All ages Booking essential Get on your bike - or try one of ours. Our expert Cycling Leaders from North East Young Dads & Lads have set up a fun |
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Free | infomationd@balticmill.com |
Gateshead Town Centre, Gateshead Wide, Quay Side | Cycling / Walking, Outdoor Activities, Children, Families |
| Donate Your Household Appliances to Foundations Furniture. Free Collection in Tyne and Wear. | Services | 💜 Can You Help? 💜 White goods and electricals are often some of the most needed items here at our charity, Foundations Furniture. For many people facing financial hardship, affording electrical items can feel impossible, and people often go without the essentials they need to live safely and | Free | foundations.project@btconnect.com 01914778337 |
Gateshead Wide | Help and Support, Housing, Money Matters, Climate / Environment, Health and Wellbeing, Community Development, Adults, Families, Men, Older People, Women, Young People | |
| Day Centre Charity Raises £5,000 to Support Older People in Gateshead | Information | A Gateshead charity supporting older people has successfully raised £5,000 during this year's Big Give Small Charity Week campaign. Teams and Bensham Community Care raised £2,500 in donations, and every donation was doubled thanks to match funding from campaign champions, the Postcode Neighbourhood | Gateshead Wide | Money Matters, Hobbies and Interests, Health and Wellbeing, Dementia, Mental Health, Social Care, Fundraising, Everyone, Adults, Disabilities, Men, Neurodiverse, Older People, Veterans / Service Personnel, Women | |||
| Masala Festival- Mini Mela | Events and Activities | Join us as we round off Masala Festival's 10th anniversary with our much-loved Mini Mela – a joyful, family-friendly celebration of creativity, culture and community. Enjoy a colourful mix of activities inspired by the rich traditions of the Indian sub-continent, including Bollywood dance workshops |
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FREE | lily@gemarts.org 01914404124 |
Bensham, Gateshead Town Centre, Gateshead Wide | Arts / Crafts / Photography, Books / Literature / Writing, Events / Festivals / Fairs, Visits / Trips, Children, Ethnically Marginalised Communities, Families, Refugees / Asylum Seekers |
| Parent and Baby @ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | Enjoy precious time with your little one in our warm and welcoming Parent & Baby Sessions. These relaxed sessions are designed to help babies become confident in the water while parents and carers enjoy quality bonding time. A fun, safe and friendly environment for splashing, playing and building |
weekly on Monday, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026 - 9:30am, forever
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info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults, Children, Families | |
| Inflatable and water slide (Saturday) @ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | Fun sessions run on Saturday and Sunday afternoons during term time and most weekdays during school holidays. Please check the pool timetable for the times of these sessions Pool Timetable | Birtley Community Pool. The inflatable obstacle course is open to adults and children aged 8+ who can swim |
weekly on Saturday, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026 - 2:45pm, forever
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info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults | |
| Inflatable and water slide @ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | Fun sessions run on Saturday and Sunday afternoons during term time and most weekdays during school holidays. Please check the pool timetable for the times of these sessions Pool Timetable | Birtley Community Pool. The inflatable obstacle course is open to adults and children aged 8+ who can swim |
weekly on Sunday and Saturday, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026 - 1:30pm, forever
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info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults | |
| General and lane swimming (Sat & Sun) @ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | A variety of swimming session throughout the day; Please check Pool Timetable | Birtley Community Pool for the current session times as these vary due to activites including: School & Public Swimming Lessons Club Swimming Our public swimming sessions provide the opportunity for swimming in a |
weekly on Sunday and Saturday, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026 - 7:00am, forever
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info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults | |
| General and lane swimming (Friday)@ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | A variety of swimming session throughout the day; Please check Pool Timetable | Birtley Community Pool for the current session times as these vary due to activites including: School & Public Swimming Lessons Club Swimming Our public swimming sessions provide the opportunity for swimming in a |
weekly on Friday, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026 - 6:00am, forever
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info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults | |
| General and lane swimming (Wednesday) @ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | A variety of swimming session throughout the day; Please check Pool Timetable | Birtley Community Pool for the current session times as these vary due to activites including: School & Public Swimming Lessons Club Swimming Our public swimming sessions provide the opportunity for swimming in a |
weekly on Wednesday, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026 - 6:00am, forever
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info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults | |
| AquaSocial @ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | Aqua-Social classes are on Mondays at 10:30am in the Improver Pool. This session involves gentle exercise, this is a self-led session supervised by staff member Megan who can give out reminders for different gentle moves. Complementary tea and coffee is provided for this session. Public swimming |
weekly on Monday, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026 - 10:30am, forever
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info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults | |
| General and lane swimming (Mon, Tue & Thurs) @ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | A variety of swimming session throughout the day; Please check Pool Timetable | Birtley Community Pool for the current session times as these vary due to activites including: School & Public Swimming Lessons Club Swimming Our public swimming sessions provide the opportunity for swimming in a |
weekly on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026 - 6:00am, forever
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info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults | |
| AquaIntro@ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | Aqua-Intro is a gentle, joint-friendly workout that combines water-based movement and simple exercises to promote muscle toning and flexibility. Perfect for those looking for a lower-impact alternative to Aqua-Fit, this class is led by Jason Metcalfe, a qualified physiotherapist, and designed to |
weekly on Thursday, starting from Thursday, July 2, 2026 - 7:05pm, forever
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£7 or £6 with membership | info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults |
| Aquafit (Wednesday) @ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | Are you looking for a fun, low-impact way to stay fit and healthy this January? Join us at Birtley Community Pool for Aquafit! Enjoy a low-impact, full-body workout in the water that's suitable for all fitness levels. Improve your strength, fitness and wellbeing while meeting new people in a |
weekly on Wednesday, starting from Wednesday, July 1, 2026 - 9:15am, forever
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£7 or £6 with membership | info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults |
| Aquafit (Tuesday) @ Birtley Community Pool | Events and Activities | Are you looking for a fun, low-impact way to stay fit and healthy this January? Join us at Birtley Community Pool for Aquafit! Enjoy a low-impact, full-body workout in the water that's suitable for all fitness levels. Improve your strength, fitness and wellbeing while meeting new people in a |
weekly on Tuesday, starting from Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - 12:00pm, forever
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£7 or £6 with membership | info@birtleycommunitypool.org.uk 0191 4329 444 |
Birtley, Kibblesworth | Sport, Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults |
| PLUS Group | Organisation | PLUS is a support group for young LGBTQ+ people aged 11-25. We have three different groups based on age, spread across the week. PLUS means People Like Us and exists as a community led by our members. This is a safe space and you are free to be yourself here. We will protect your confidentiality | plusgroupnortheast@gmail.com 07712129761 / 07495836069 |
Gateshead Wide | Help and Support, Advice, Advocacy, Mental Health, Sexual Health, LGBTQIA+, Neurodiverse, Young People | ||
| Neurodivergent Young Men Space | Events and Activities | Peer support and social group for young men who are awaiting diagnosis with Autism or ADHD, are diagnosed or are self-identified. If you need help to understand your condition or would like to meet people like you, this is the space for you. We have sessions planned by the group members which are |
weekly on Thursday, starting from Thursday, July 2, 2026 - 1:00pm, forever
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enquiries.gtcfyp@gmail.com 07495836069 |
Gateshead Wide | Help and Support, Advice, Mental Health, Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Men, Neurodiverse, Young People | |
| The Bread and Butter Thing | Organisation | Our mobile food clubs give access to nutritious and affordable food taken into the heart of communities starved of money, food and resources. This low cost weekly shop provides essential produce for family eating – fresh fruit and veg, fridge favourites and cupboard staples. It's really simple to | hello@breadandbutterthing.org |
Chopwell, Chowdene, Deckham, Teams, Wrekenton | Food / Cooking / Nutrition, Health and Wellbeing, Everyone | ||
| Free Indoor Exercise Classes | Events and Activities | Want to stay active in a relaxed and supportive setting? Join FACT for free indoor fitness classes, designed to help you move more, feel better, and build confidence at your own pace. These sessions are open to all abilities, making them a great way to improve your wellbeing while meeting others in |
weekly on Tuesday, starting from Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - 1:00pm, forever
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FREE | Wrekenton | Keep Fit / Exercise, Adults | |
| Free Toast, Tea and Coffee. | Events and Activities | Looking for a friendly place to relax and meet new people? Join FACT for a free Tea, Toast & Coffee session – a welcoming space to enjoy a hot drink, have a chat, and connect with others in your community. Whether you’re popping in for a quick cuppa or staying for a longer catch-up, everyone is |
weekly on Wednesday, starting from Wednesday, July 1, 2026 - 9:00am, forever
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FREE | Wrekenton | Food / Cooking / Nutrition, Everyone | |
| Cheer Squad Volunteer - Great North Run - Sun 13 Sept 2026 | Events and Activities | Are you looking for a new volunteering opportunity? Volunteering with Alzheimer's Research UK is a great way to enhance your CV, meet new people and gain a new experience whilst supporting our mission to find a cure for dementia. Join us at the Great North Run Half Marathon by signing up to our |
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N/A - we can also provide reimbursement for travel and lunch | volunteer@alzheimersresearchuk.org 0300 111 5555 |
Allerdene, Barley Mow, Beacon Lough, Bensham, Bill Quay, Birtley, Blackhall Mill, Blaydon, Bridges, Chopwell, Chowdene, Crawcrook, Deckham, Dunston, Eighton Banks, Felling, Gateshead Town Centre, Gateshead Wide, Greenside, Heworth, High Spen, Highfield, Kibblesworth, Lamesley, Leam Lane, Lobley Hill, Low Fell, Online, Pelaw, Quay Side, Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Saltwell, Sunniside, Swalwell, Teams, Wardley, Whickham, Windmill Hills, Windy Nook / Whitehills, Winlaton, Wrekenton | Campaigning, Events / Festivals / Fairs, Outdoor Activities, Sport, Dementia, Keep Fit / Exercise, Older People |
| Vintage Vault Furniture Charity Shop | Services | Vintage Vault is a new online and in-person store in Gateshead where 100% of the proceeds from every item sold, goes directly to the Foundations Furniture charity. Not only will you find vintage, quirky, and unique items, you're also supporting the alleviation of furniture poverty in the local | Various | foundations.project@btconnect.com 0191 477 8337 |
Gateshead Wide | Housing, Money Matters, Health and Wellbeing, Everyone | |
| Become a Mentor and Help a Girl Imagine Her Future | Volunteering opportunities |
weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, starting from Thursday, October 1, 2026 - 3:00pm, forever
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info@thegirlsnetwork.org.uk 07498 049579 |
Gateshead Wide | Advice, Education / Training / Employment, Mental Health, Children, Ethnically Marginalised Communities, Students, Women, Young People | ||
| Grow Your Own Garden | Events and Activities | Wed 22 Jul – Thu 23 Jul | 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30 & 14:30 £5 Per Child (accompanying adult goes free) Booking essential For all ages Our all-new Baltic Garden is starting to bloom - and now it’s your turn! Join us to help create a garden entirely from cardboard and other recycled materials. No |
daily, starting from Wednesday, July 22, 2026 - 10:30am, 2 times
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Children £5, adults go free | infomationd@balticmill.com 01914781810 |
Gateshead Wide | Hobbies and Interests, Arts / Crafts / Photography, Climate / Environment, Families |
