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Gosforth Civic Theatre: Grand Reopening Delights with £2.4m Investment and Diverse Events!
After receiving a significant £2.4m investment and undergoing an eight-month anticipation, a cherished cultural venue is preparing to reopen its doors, offering a delightful array of events and activities during the August Bank Holiday weekend. Gosforth Civic Theatre (GCT), which first opened its doors in 2016 in a former council...
North Tyneside Youth Dance (NTYD) emerges as a recently established youth dance initiative, launched by acclaimed choreographer Anthony Lo-Giudice. It finds its home at The Exchange 1856, situated in North Shields. Starting from September 5th, 2023, this program welcomes young dancers aged 8-18 to participate in weekly classes on Tuesday...
Father and daughter
Father's Day is a wonderful occasion to express your love and appreciation for the incredible fathers in your life. Whether it's your own father, stepfather, grandfather, or father figure who has made a significant impact, finding the perfect way to celebrate their presence can make this day truly memorable....
Shaun the Sheep on the Tyne: A Whimsical Art Trail Takes Over Newcastle's Streets
Next month (July), a unique flock of fluffy creatures is set to grace the streets of Tyneside. The eagerly anticipated third art trail organized by St Oswald’s Hospice called Shaun the Sheep on the Tyne, will span from 19 July to 27 September. This captivating event will feature an impressive...
Knitting Enthusiasts Unleash Their Creativity: Crafting Shaun the Sheep Toys for a Charitable Cause
Knitting enthusiasts from the North East have embarked on a creative endeavour to craft charming Shaun the Sheep toys out of wool, while a prominent North East hospice invites others to join their endeavour. St. Oswald's Hospice presents the third instalment of their art trail, titled "Shaun the Sheep on...
Strictly Come Dancing Judge Anton Du Beke Becomes Ambassador for The Sick Children's Trust
The Sick Children’s Trust, the charity that gives families with a seriously ill child in hospital a warm and comfortable place to stay when they need it most, is thrilled to announce that Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke is to become an official ambassador for the charity.   Anton...
North East Charity Kids Kabin Cooks up a Storm with New Kitchen and Café Project
A growing North East charity that has been without a kitchen for almost three years is finally cooking up a storm after opening the doors to improved facilities that are helping hundreds of young people from low income neighbourhoods to have fun and learn nutritious recipes for the whole...
County Durham Brothers Sleep Overnight in Church to Help Vulnerable People
Two boys from County Durham have recently raised £475 for The People’s Kitchen by sleeping overnight in a church. Henry Spencer, aged 12, and his younger brother Dylan, aged 9, decided to spend the night in the church to raise awareness and funds for the charity after feeling concerned...
Wheelbarrow Race Ready to Roll on New Year's Day
A NORTH EAST tradition which has its roots in the 14th century is set to return again this New Year’s Day. The annual Ponteland Wheelbarrow race, which always attracts dozens of entries as well as drawing huge crowds, is now lining up teams to take part. Participants follow a circular course...
Dobbies, the UK's leading garden centre, is hosting a free session in Gosforth for its Little Seedlings Club on Sunday 4 September. During this workshop, children aged 4 to 10 will learn how to grow their own fruit and how they can enjoy some of their five a day this...

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