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21 festive things to do this weekend
Brocksbushes Christmas Fayre – Brocksbushes Farm Shop
When: Thursday 13th November 10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Brocksbushes Farm Shop
Price: £3
The magic of Christmas is coming early to Brocksbushes Farm Shop with their annual Christmas Fayre.
Happy Mart Pop-Up at Bottleworks, Ouseburn
When: Friday 14th November 10:00am – Tuesday the 18th 5:00pm
Where: Bottleworks, Ouseburn
Price: free
A pop-up is a collaboration between textile artist, Bianco Perry, and ceramicist, Alex Sickling. Bringing together a playful mix of gifts and handmade decorative pieces for the home.
Your First Year – Baby Memory Frame Workshop
When: Friday 14th November 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Bewick Hall, Newcastle City Library
Price: free
Join Anna Victoriart to create your own memory frame with everything you’ve collected from your baby’s first year.
Saltburn Run & Yoga Evening
When: Friday 14th November 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Where: Earthbeat Centre
Price: £9.38
Join Girls Get Together for a monthly social 3km run, followed by a beginner friendly Yoga class!
Gift Wrapping Masterclass: Wrap Beautifully with Ease
When: Saturday 15th November 9:30am – 3:30pm
Where: Garden Rooms at Tennants
Price: £147
Join professional gift wrapper Louise Lewis for a full-day festive workshop at The Garden Rooms at Tennants in Leyburn.
Back to Basics Sewing Course – Learn to Sew a Christmas Gift Bag
When: Saturday 15th November 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: The Creative Studio, Morpeth
Price: £33.22
Come join us for a hands-on sewing course where you’ll learn the basics and walk away with your own Christmas gift bag!
Newcastle Vegan Festival – Walker Activity Dome
When: Saturday 15th November 10:30am – 4:00pm
Where: Walker Activity Dome
Price: £5
There will be upwards of 60 stalls offering a range of fully vegan products, including cakes, savoury goods, world foods, beauty products, ethical fashion and much more.
Festive Watercolours – Wintery Robin & Christmas Baubles
When: Saturday 15th November 12:30am – 2:00pm
Where: West Moor Community Centre
Price: £27.80
Get into the festive spirit by joining our two creative and relaxing watercolour sessions at West Moor Community Centre. Wintery Robin on the 15th and Christmas Baubles on the 25th!
Fun Floristry: Make a Christmas Wreath
When: Saturday 15th November 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Where: Shipley Art Centre
Price: £30
Join us to design and make your own fresh Christmas wreath with qualified florist Hollie, of Button Rose Floral Design.
Tabbey Bobbin Taster Session : Make a Scrunchie
When: Saturday 15th November 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Where: High Bridge Works
Price: £9.92
Join us for a fun, fast, and totally fabulous Scrunchie Taster Sewing Session!
Fyfe Dangerfield In Concert at The Bowes Museum
When: Saturday 15th November 6:30pm – 10:00pm
Where: The Bowes Museum
Price: £25
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Brit-nominated singer-songwriter Fyfe Dangerfield, best known as the frontman of the critically acclaimed band Guillemots.
Paint Sip Revolution De Cuba Newcastle
When: Saturday 15th November 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Where: Revolution de Cuba
Price: £22
We are delighted to invite you to another Party at the iconic Revolution de Cuba one of Newcastle’s most popular and busy bars.
Sunday Saunas at Ellerton Lake Horsebox Sauna!
When: Sunday 16th November 9:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Ellerton Park
Price: £18.04
Step into a world of stillness, heat, and nature with our Lakeside Luxury Sauna Experience – an intimate wellness gathering set beside the crystal-clear waters of a natural spring lake.
A Retreat Made for Your Soul – Wolsingham
When: Sunday 16th November 10:00am – 3:00pm
Where: Coves House Wolsingham
Price: £49.46
Come join us at Coves House for a rejuvenating experience for your mind, body, and soul.
THE RESIDENCY – Soulful Sundays at Harbour House
When: Sunday 16th November 10:00am – 11:30am
Where: Harbour House
Price: £22
A weekly residency blending mindful movement and energetic alignment. Each 90-minute session invites you to connect body and spirit.
Run Clean 5k – Whitley Bay
When: Sunday 16th November 11:30am – 12:00pm
Where: Eat Clean
Price: £6.13
Join Josie Stobart and Ben Johnston for a refreshing 5K coastal run along the scenic Links — the perfect way to move, connect, and kickstart your weekend!
Christmas Wreath Making & Festive Fizz
When: Sunday 16th November 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Where: The Creative Studio, Morpeth
Price: £44.04
Step into the festive spirit and join us for a joyful couple of hours of creativity at The Creative Studio’s Christmas Wreath Workshop!
Christmas Artisan Fayre – Redworth Hall Hotel
When: Sunday 16th November 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Where: Redworth Hall Hotel
Price: £2
Step into the magic of Christmas at the beautiful Redworth Hall Hotel and enjoy a day packed with festive cheer, holiday shopping, and family fun.
Stained Glass Workshop in Newcastle
When: Sunday 16th November 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Where: Hoults Yar, Byker
Price: £10
Cut, grind and solder the glass pieces into your stained glass art!
Glass Fusing Christmas Trees – Sea View Pottery, Hartlepool
When: Sunday 16th November 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Sea View Pottery
Price: £46
Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll design and craft your very own Glass-Fused Christmas Treeor Festive Lantern!
Learn to Punch Needle and Make Your Own Christmas Tree Decoration
When: Sunday 16th November 2:00pm – 4:30pm
Where: Flaura Rose
Price: £46
Learn the basics of punch needle in this beginner-friendly workshop, and create your own Christmas tree decoration to take home.
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