What's On in December for Kids & Teens

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What's On in December for Kids & Teens
Storytelling with Santa at Woodhorn



It's December! There's absolutely loads going on this month and something for all areas and budgets. 

I've broken this post down into top picks, then there's a section for free and £1 events and then events are listed in date order so you can scroll through and start planning your activities. 

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(ad) FREE Winter Events in North Tyneside 

FREE Liz Million and Paul Cookson Interactive Drawing

📍 Wallsend Library, Sat 7 Dec at 9:30am, 10:30am and 11:45am

✏️Paul will be performing funny poems with his ukulele (expect lots of fun interactive elements) while Liz creates lots of big, fast-paced drawings alongside. After the performance, you’ll learn from the experts how to create your very own piece of art.

⏰ Sessions last approx. 45 minutes.

FREE with no booking required - just turn up at the start of a session

FREE Character Appearances

📍 Forum Shopping Centre, Sat 7 Dec between 11am & 2pm

🌟 Meet some magical friends this Christmas – say hello and have your photo taken.

FREE event with no booking required - just turn up

FREE The Greediest Christmas Elf Performance with Games and Christmas Crafts

📍 Wallsend Library, Sat 14 Dec from 10am-12noon (performance at 10am)

🧝Take a seat at Santa’s workshop – you will meet an elf, listen to stories and dance along as the magic of Christmas is brought to life through charming puppetry in this fun show for the whole family. The performance is followed by Christmas crafts and festive games with Tinker the Elf.

FREE event - just turn up at 10am

FREE Special Appearances from Paddington™

📍 Forum Shopping Centre, Sat 14 Dec 11:30am - 3:45pm (intervals across the day)

Come along and say hello to Paddington at the Forum Shopping Centre. Appearances will be at intervals between 11.30am and 3.45pm.

FREE event - just turn up

FREE The Frog Prince - Christmas Theatre

📍 Wallsend Library, Sat 21 Dec at 10:30am

🐸 Theatre Space North East returns with a vibrant brand of fairytale telling - full of life, humour, puppetry, song and a festive twist for audiences of all ages to enjoy.

FREE event  – ticket required, join the waitlist here : www.bookwhen.com/ntclibraries/

The events are organised by North Tyneside Council and supported by the North East Combined Authority.


(ad) Tinsel at Washington Arts Centre 




🌲The is a gorgeous Christmas show suitable for ages 3+ packed with original live music, playful puppetry and feel-good storytelling which will leave you with all the festive feels.

Find out more and book here: https://www.sunderlandculture.org.uk/whats-on/tinsel/?utm_source=banner&utm_medium=cpm&utm_campaign=2024_nefamilyfun&utm_content=tinsel


🌲The show has positive messages about being yourself and acceptance as we follow Tinsel and his chance to shine.


🌲Performed in an beautiful theatre space, this is an intimate performance and you can meet the characters too.


🌲 Available for 5 days only : 3 -7 December. Tickets are £10 each with family / group discounts available.


If you haven't been to Washington Arts Centre before, it's a lush venue with a free on-site car park and bus numbers 2A, 4 and 8 stop outside the centre. Postcode: NE38 8AB



(ad) FREE LEGO Build Challenge at Great North Museum 



Don’t miss this drop in event on Saturday 7 December, 10.30am - 3pm 

Embrace a new vision for the festive season with our 'LEGO® Build the Change: Season of Sustainability

This year, we invite those aged 6+ to come together and unleash their creativity to support a greener planet.

Design innovative LEGO brick solutions to real-world challenges, such as supporting Arctic animals through climate change, rethinking waste and recycling, or creating ideas for eco-friendly gifting.

Collaborate with fellow builders to create animal habitats, reduce waste, and develop sustainable ideas that reflect your vision for a healthier environment. Join us in celebrating the season by giving back to nature and helping build a better world, one brick at a time!  Find out more: https://greatnorthmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/lego-build-the-change-tis-the-season-of-sustainability


(ad) Christmas at Gibside 




🎅Visit Father Christmas at Gibside - Book Now 🎅


Enjoy festive tales with Father Christmas in this fun and interactive session where children will be invited to take part in the fun. There will be a chance to take family photos with Father Christmas before waving goodbye.


Afterwards, children will be invited into Father Christmas’s workshop where they’ll join the elves and create their own Christmas keyring and card to take home.


This experience is £25 per child (accompanying adults go free) + National Trust membership / usual admission.


This is a 55 minute experience and relaxed sessions are also available.


Taking place every weekend from 23 Nov - 22 Dec plus Mon 23 Dec. Booking is essential.


🎅 Book tickets to visit Father Christmas at Gibside: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/gibside/events/fc602b86-b4c2-4e83-8006-9cacf8492145


🎅 Book a relaxed session: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/gibside/events/464cc56d-5c3b-4d96-851d-7b8dd35b83a2


🌟Follow the Stars to Father Christmas’s Stables - Drop In Winter Trail 🌟


This magical winter trail is included with National Trust membership / admission on a drop in basis during normal opening hours from 16 Nov - 5 Jan.


Visitors can follow a trail of winter stars up to the Gibside Stables. You’ll find the reindeer are out flying for the day so you can sneak a peek into their stalls and listen to a magical reindeer story.


Father Christmas’s sleigh will be parked up in the courtyard in preparation for Christmas Eve so make sure you snap a pic.


🧚‍♀️Woodland Fairy Trail - Drop In Winter Trail 🧚‍♀️


The mischievous fairies are back! Pick up an activity sheet on arrival and explore secret nooks to uncover their magical winter world.


Find toadstool seats for impish elves and the miniature homes of playful pixies and if you truly believe in magic, you might just catch a glimpse of the fairies hiding in the woodland.


Included with National Trust membership / admission. Drop in during opening hours from Sat 23 Nov - Mon 5 Jan.


(ad) Christmas at Wallington 




Drop In Events:


🤶🏻 Mrs Christmas Storytelling in the Reading Room

Grab a beanbag and enjoy a traditional Christmas story shared by Mrs Claus in the House. This is a drop in event and included with admission/membership. We've taken part a few times and it's always really sweet. Check dates and times in the link below.


🎅 Walkaround Father Christmas

Father Christmas will be wandering around the House on weekends in December between 11:30am & 3pm and he'll try and say to as many of you as he can. This is drop-in and included with admission / membership. It's always a lush little surprise when you turn a corner and meet Father Christmas himself or are able to give him a little wave across the room.


🥂Prosecco and Mince Pies

This is such a festive treat - Prosecco (inc a non-alcoholic version) and Mince Pies are available to purchase and enjoy by the Christmas Tree in the House on weekends in December.


🎶 Live Christmas Music in the Hall

This is one of my favourite things about visiting Wallington in December. On selected dates, you can take a seat by the Christmas Tree and enjoy beautiful Carols and Festive Music. I love that you can hear them as you wander through the house too. It creates a lovely atmosphere. Included with membership / admission, just drop in. Check dates and times on the link below.


Find out more about the above drop in events and check timings here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/wallington/events


Bookable Events:


💪  Blanket Arm Knitting Workshop

In this 2 hour workshop, suitable for all levels including beginners, you'll learn how to create all of the stitches you need (and cast off using your arm) to create your very own chunky blanket. All materials are provided and it's designed to be a fun and theraputic activity. This takes place on 4 Dec and is chargeable, booking essential (see link below).


📖 Book Folding Workshop

Learn how to create beautiful book folded Christmas Trees using the techniques on display in the House Library in this small group workshop. This event takes place on 11 Dec and is chargeable. Booking in advance is essential (see link below).


🎅 Pre-School Father Christmas Experience

Taking place on 18 December, little ones can listen to a story with Mrs Christmas, make their very own Christmas decoration to take home and of course meet the main man himself, Father Christmas in the cosy Reading Room. A gift is included. Booking in advance is essential (see link below).


Here's the link to book the events mentioned above:  https://www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk/category/33195


(ad) Christmas at Seaton Delaval Hall 




Here's a little look at what to expect:


❄  Special Late Night Opening on 13 & 14 December.

Extended opening until 8pm and a chance to enjoy the hall's twinkling lights after dark. No need to book, included with admission / National Trust Membership.


❄ Robin's Winter Trail 30 Nov - 5 Jan.

Drop in during normal opening hours and collect a complimentary trail sheet on arrival. There will be several winter challenges to complete including finding the reindeer, playing jingle bells on the mushroom drums and a panto challenge. Included with admission / National Trust Membership


❄ Festive Crafts for Under 5s (drop in 11am-2pm)

6th December - Lollipop Snowflakes

13th December - Christmas Tree Decorations

20th December - Paper Plate Baubles

27th December - Paper Tube Fireworks & New Years party hats

3rd January - Hand print snow globes Included with National Trust Membership / Admission.


❄ Christmas Carols

Performances will take place in the Stables, so you can enjoy them whatever the weather. Included with National Trust Membership / Admission. Just drop in.

Saturday 7 December - Seaton Sluice Singers

Saturday 14 December - Cramlington Community Choir

Saturday 21 December - Whitley Women's Choir


❄ Aurora Strings Performances

Sundays 12noon-2pm, 1 - 22 December

Live music from the North East's leading string quartet. Performances will take place on the Baroque stage in the West Wing, complete with traditional wintery scenery and plenty of festive sparkle. Included with National Trust Membership / Admission


❄ Wreath Making Workshops

Friday 6 & Saturday 7 December, 1-3pm

Booking essential. All tickets £45, suitable for over 14s. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets include all materials, plus mince pies and mulled wine (or alternative).


Find out more about all of the above and check opening hours etc... here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/seaton-delaval-hall/christmas-at-seaton-delaval-hall


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Please check opening hours over the Christmas period as some of these venues may close / run reduced hours. 

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