This post was published in February 2024 and contains adverts and affiliate links.
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What's On in the North East : February 2024 (inc Half Term)
The Treehouse Softplay Whitley Bay Review
This is an advert for January 2024 and based on a visit in January 2024 by our writer Gaia and her 5 year old daughter.
Any shares / edits beyond this date have not been asked or paid for. Please always check with venues direct before visiting for the most up to date info, especially regarding opening hours and prices as these can change over time. You can do that here: https://www.treehousewhitleybay.co.uk/. Over to Gaia:
If you're looking for a soft play that's perfect for little ones then the Treehouse Soft play in Whitley Bay is it! With a play structure that's perfect for under 7s, talking trees, ride on toys and a separate area for non-walking babies (on selected days), it's the perfect option for babies, toddlers pre-schoolers and young children.
Bamburgh Playground | All You Need to Know
This post is based on a visit in January 2024. Please check for up to date info with venues direct before heading out (especially bus timetables).
Why we love this playground:
- Perfect for under 8s
- Fully enclosed with a rubber base
- Beautiful castle views
- Excellent condition and fairly new
- Pirate ship
- Tractor
- Fairly accessible - there is an accessible swing, space for a wheelchair user on the roundabout and the pirate ship features ramped access.
- A proper see-saw
- Basket swing
- Bus stop outside
- Benches inside and lots of seating next to the playground overlooking a large grassed area
- Very close to the beach and nice cafes / pubs nearby
A FREE Day Out at Baltic
*This post is based on a visit in January 2024. Exhibitions do change over time and information can change too. It's important you check details with venues direct before visiting for the most up-to-date info.
Kiki's Kabin North Shields Review
This post is an advert for January 2024. Any shares/edits beyond that date have not been asked/paid for. Information correct as of January 2024. This post was published by our writer Gaia who visited with her daugher Ada (5).
It's important to check with venue direct for the most up-to-date info before heading out, especially regarding prices and opening times as information can change over time. You can do that here: https://www.kikiskabin.co.uk/
How to Spend 5 Hours in Amsterdam with Kids
AD. - this post contains affiliate links and includes a mix of information photos taken on press trips and trips I have taken and paid for myself. All activities mentioned in this post were chosen and paid for by myself.
This post was published in Jan 2024 and updated in June 2024. Prices and info were last checked on this date and are subject to change - check with attractions direct for the most up-to-date info.
The DFDS Mini Cruise is a cheap way to enjoy a weekend away with kids. You get two nights on board a ship and time in Amsterdam. It is best to see this as a full trip away - your break starts from the second you step on board, rather than just a few hours in Amsterdam.
9 Northumberland Coast Playgrounds to Visit
This post was published in Jan 2024. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date info.
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You can access most of these playgrounds (I feel like Druridge Bay is the only one that would be tricky) by bus. Check out the Arriva X18 service timetable and you can read my blog about Visiting the Northumberland Coast by Bus.
If you'd like to see a map with the locations of these playgrounds, I have added one at the bottom of this post.
Explorer Trail Circular Walk at Gibside
We love this walk at Gibside and have enjoyed it a fair few times now. It's one of our go-to walks with Fozzy as there is lots for him to sniff, the paths are mostly wide, it's pretty quiet and it includes the dog exercise field at the Stables where he can safely run around as we enjoy a coffee.
Access to this walk is included with National Trust Membership / admission to Gibside.
- 2.2 miles / 3.52km circular route
- Dogs welcome on leads (there is an enclosed exercise field where you can let them off lead en-route)
- Lots of activities to try en-route including a play area, animal sculptures, den building zone and low ropes course
- Cafe at the start/end
- Pushchair accessible - step-free, roughly surfaced paths with a few steep gradients
- Suitable for a powered mobility vehicle - there are two available to hire
- Toilets at the start/end, Strawberry Castle Play Area and Stables
- Well signposted route
- Should take 1 hour but you can easily extend this by spending time on activities
Tynemouth Aquarium Review
This post is based on a visit in November 2023. Please check with venue direct for the most up-to-date information, especially regarding prices and opening hours.
One of the first posts on this website was a review of Tynemouth Aquarium (back then it was Blue Reef). 10 years ago, I paid £18 (with some money off vouchers) for us to visit and felt like it was a bit of a rip off.
Whitburn to Seaburn Pushchair Friendly Walk
This post is based on a visit in November 2023. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date info.
It's 1.2 miles each way and should take around an hour to walk there and back. This walk is very easy to continue onto Roker. If you did this, it would be around 2 miles each way and take around 1hr 20 mins and you'd pass a further two playgrounds.
Cawfield Quarry Walk, Stargazing & Picnic Spot
This post is based on a visit in January 2024. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date info as this can change.
Cawfields is a free entry section of Hadrian's Wall which is open 24/7. There's a car park and it's accessible by bus. It's the easiest way to reach a Milecastle by car (Milecastle 42 is a very short walk from the car park) and a fantastic place to start a walk along Hadrian's Wall with excellent views.
Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Walk with Playgrounds
This post was published in January 2024. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date info.
This is a lovely walk along Newbiggin prom with plenty to see and do along the way. I'd definitely recommend giving it a try. It's around 2km each way (it's linear so you walk there and back).
20 Indoor Attractions Open in January across North East England
Are you looking for some indoor fun this January but you're not sure where to visit? This list is for you. I have checked all of the attractions below and they are open in January but do check direct before visiting as some are open on reduced hours / days over the winter months.
All of these venues are accessible by public transport - click on their website links for more information.
Do check my full guide to rainy day ideas in North East England and if you're looking for specific events, you can read my guide to what's on in January across North East England.
Cub Play Cafe Blyth Review
This post was published by Bethanie and is based on a visit in October 2023. Please check with venue direct for the most up to date info (especially regarding pricing and opening hours). Over to Bethanie:
In October I took my youngest daughter along to the Cub Play Cafe which is in Blyth. We both had a really enjoyable morning, playing and snacking, so I wanted to share with you our experience and what to expect from your visit.
What's On in the North East | January 2024 ( for Kids and Teens)
Always check with venues direct for up to date opening hours and event info before heading out as information can change.
What's On in the North East - 20 & 21 January
Throughout January I will be sharing over 20 walks to try on my Instagram. Make sure you care following along here: www.Instagram.com/northeastfamilyfun
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