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Top Tip - If you are looking for FREE / LOW Cost Drop In Events only, scroll right to the bottom of this post for a big list of just that.
Keep scrolling to see what's on by date......
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Thanks to our writer Bethanie for this post which is based on a visit in November 2023. Please check with venue direct for the most up to date information.
Here is my annual list of FREE (or low cost) events which can be enjoyed with no booking required over the festive period.
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AD - We paid for our stay and food/drinks ourselves. This was not a press visit. However the links in this post are affiliate links. Prices and photos/info are based on a visit in November 2023 and are subject to change. Always check with the business direct for the most up to date info and prices.
Thanks to our writer Gaia for this post which was based on a visit in November 2023. Please check with venue direct for the most up-to-date info. Over to Gaia.....
If you’re looking for something to do in Durham that’s free, fun and educational then I can highly recommend the Oriental Museum.
This post is based on a visit in November 2023.
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Let's take a look at what's on across the North East for kids and teens this month.......
This post was published by our writer Bethanie in October 2023.
In this blog post, I want to share with you an exciting and alternative way of exploring your local area whilst following a treasure map and solving clues.
I will explain a bit more about the Treasure Trail maps further on, as you can buy them for loads of different locations across the UK and they make for a fun family trip out.
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This post was published in October 2023 by our writer Gaia. Please check with venue direct for the most up to date info.
Wharton park is on the outskirts of Durham, and we've often driven past it but never explored - until last weekend! It's also featured in this post: 20 Things to do in Durham City with Kids , do check that post out if you're looking for more ideas for things do do before/after your visit.
Disclosure: Nobody has paid to be featured in this post but it does include some venues I have worked with recently / am currently working with.
This is a question that pops up a lot in our Facebook groups so I thought I would share a few ideas for festive things to do in Newcastle which are ideal to extend your annual visit to see Fenwick's Window.
Northern Stage is probably our favourite theatre in Newcastle and we have been regular visitors over the years.
Being surrounded by Newcastle University Campus, Northern Stage is pretty central in Newcastle so has planety of great places to eat within walking distance.
This is based on a stay in August 2023 - Please check with the venue direct for the most up-to-date info.
This post is based on a visit in October 2023. Always check with venue direct for the most up-to-date information.
This post was published in September 2023. Please check with venue direct for the most up to date info. Photos in the first part of this post are credit: Treetop Golf.
This post was published by our writer Bethanie in September 2023. Please always check with venues direct for the most up to date info.
We love a trip to Beamish and what better way to round off a Sunday trip to the famous open air museum then to have a lovely Sunday Lunch.
This list is made up of places we have personally visited and loved their Sunday Roast.
Let us know where we should try next.
Kirkleatham is a village in Redcar which although small in area, has a lot to offer. You can easily spend a low-cost full day out here.
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This is an advert for August 2023. Any edits / reshares after this date have not been asked or paid for.
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It's almost time to go back to school and this year, my children will be going into years 8, 10 and 12. I have been thinking about how crazy back to school shopping was when my children were little. It certainly seemed a lot more stressful than it is now. Or maybe I'm just an old hand?
This post was published in August 2023 by our writer Bethanie. Please check with venue direct for the most up-to-date information before heading out as information can change with time.
Up in the Scottish Borders, just a short drive from Berwick Upon Tweed, you will find Paxton House. We always have a lovely day out when we visit here and I wanted to share more information with you about what’s on offer for families.
This post was published by Gaia in August 2023. Always check with venues direct for the most up-to-date info before heading out.
Gaia and her kids met up with friends in Spittal, which is a seaside town just 5 mins away from Berwick-upon-Tweed. It's a perfect place for a day out or a stopover on the way to Scotland as it's just off the A1, about halfway to Edinburgh (St Abbs to see Thor's House or Harestanes Accessible Playground are other stop off ideas).
This post has been published by our writer Gaia and is based on a visit in August 2023. Always check with venues firect for the most up to date info. Over to Gaia......
We had a brilliant day at Haltwhistle swimming pool, and would definitely recommend it for a fun day out. In fact it's our new favourite North East pool!
This is an advert for August 2023. Any edits / reshares beyond this date have not been asked or paid for. We have visited Woodhorn a lot over the years and this post shares photos and information from previous visits but is up to date and checked for correct information as of August 2023. If you're visiting after this date, please check with venue direct for the most up to date information as changes may be made.
Thanks to our writer Alyssa for this guest post.
Another day- another challenge!
This one will not have you walking 5-10 miles like my usual challenges - instead, I'm encouraging you to put your feet up and relax - there are so many ways to take part and it’s completely free! *insert happy dance here*
Check out Alyssa's previous challenges here:
Visit 12 Lighthouses in One Day Challenge
Cross the River Tyne via 7 Bridges in One Day Challenge
This challenge is fantastic for encouraging children (ages 4-11) to continue reading throughout the summer, avoiding that pesky summer slide (the decline in reading/ other academic skills over the course of the summer).
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This is an advert for August 2023. Any edits / shares beyond this date have not been asked or paid for.
If you enjoy a cheeky TikTok or Instagram scroll, no doubt you'll have noticed videos from beautiful unspoilt beaches in Albania popping up.
This is an advert for August 2023 and is based on a visit in August 2023. Any shares or edits beyond this date have not been asked or paid for. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date information.
This is an advert for August 2023 and based on a visit in August 2023. Any reshares/edits beyond this date have not been asked or paid for. 
This post is based on a visit in July 2023. We paid for our own holiday but there are AD- Affiliate Links in this post. Information can change so do check with the venue direct for the most up-to-date information.
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We decided to book an all inclusive hotel in Turkey for our annual summer holiday this year. We last visited (Antalya) in 2009 and the kids were keen to return. I do feel like you get better value for money when visiting Turkey when compared to Spain etc..... too but as a family of 5 choosing to travel during school holidays, it's still not cheap.
Thanks to our writer Alyssa for this fab post and photos. It shares how you can cross the River Tyne via 7 different bridges in one day. A lovely alternative walk / adventure to try with a few places to stop en-route too. This post was published in July 2023. Over to Alyssa......
The sun comes out and suddenly my Facebook and Instagram become covered in people wandering along the famous Newcastle Upon Tyne Quayside creating a buzz among the nearby beer gardens.
This article has been published by Gaia and Sam and is based on multiple visits. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date info as information can change over time.
For the second summer in a row, I headed along to The Common Room in Newcastle with my son, to join in with their free activities for children.
Thanks to our writer Bethanie for this post which was published in July 2023. Always check with venues direct for the most up to date information.
Longframlington play park (also known as King Georges Playing Fields) has been a favourite of ours for many years, so when the Running Fox bakery opened a cafe there in 2016, we couldn’t believe our luck. This play park just got even better!
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Shaun the Sheep on the Tyne is a brand new trail made up of 45 statues which will be located across Newcastle Upon Tyne and the surrounding areas. Similar to previous Snowdogs and Elmer trails, it will raise £ and awareness for St Oswald's Hospice.
Alexandra Park is a real gem in Cramlington and a place that's had quite a bit of investment over the past few years and is well worth a visit. This post was first published in July 2023 and information may change over time.
ADVERT - Thanks to our writer Bethanie for this post which was published in June 2023.
This summer, I imagine many families will be flocking to the market town of Alnwick thanks to a certain local attraction that has recently opened.
However, as we often spend much time over the summer holidays in Alnwick anyway, I thought it would be a nice idea to let you know about all the other things you can be enjoying in this corner of Northumberland.
This post was published in June 2023. Information can change so please always check BYOB status/t&cs yourself when making a reservation direct with the restaurants.
Ad - This post includes a press stay with Cummins and Goings in June 2023. All other aspects were paid for by ourselves.
This post was published in June 2023 by Steve. Please check with venues direct for the most up-to-date info.
Saltburn-By-The-Sea is delightful seaside town in North Yorkshire with lots of charm and a nod to its Victorian heritage. From its award winning beaches that are known for national surfing events to its amazing restaurants, there are lots of things to do.
We have visited many times over the years and I've put together this list of some of our favourite things to do in Saltburn-By-The-Sea.
AD - We stayed at Dexter's Den which is mentioned in this post in June 2023. All other elements of this post have been paid for by ourselves.
