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21 things to do in the North East this weekend
Creative Easter Family Fun – Berwick-upon-Tweed
When: Thursday 9th April, 9am – 1pm.
Where: The Maltings
Price: £20
Families looking for creative ways to keep children entertained this Easter can look forward to a packed programme of activities at The Maltings in Berwick-upon-Tweed, with a hands-on art camp for young creatives and a big-screen adventure featuring everyone’s favourite video game hero.
Tulip Field Experience – Northumberland
When: Friday 10th April, 10am – 3pm.
Where: Brocksbushes Farm Shop
Price: £6.50
This spring, Brocksbushes Farm Shop is set to burst into colour with the launch of its first-ever Tulip Field Experience—a vibrant new attraction that invites visitors to step into a living canvas of thousands of tulips in full bloom.
Beginner Pole classes – Sunderland
When: Friday 10th April, 6pm – 7pm.
Where: Deary Pole And Fitness
Price: £12
Always wanted to try pole? This is your sign to finally give it a go. This welcoming studio is hosting regular beginners classes in Sunderland.
Pet Bandana Workshop – Whitley Bay
When: Friday 10th April, 6:30pm – 8:30pm.
Where: For The Love Of The North
Price: £30
Grab your ticket to this (adults only) beginner friendly craft workshop to make a pet bandana for your furry friend!
The Hoppy Hour Comedy Club – Ouseburn
When: Friday 10th April, 7:00pm – 10:30pm.
Where: Brinkburn St. Brewery
Price: £13.65
Big pints, bigger laughs — join the Hoppy Hour Comedy Club for a night that will leave you buckled!
Morpeth Castle Open Days – Morpeth
When: Saturday 11th April, 10:00am – Sunday 12th 4:00pm.
Where: Morpeth Castle
Price: free
Learn more about the history and restoration of Morpeth Castle at their free public open days, part of the 58th annual Northumbrian Gathering with events across the weekend.
Paddleboard Pilates – Sleekburn Water
When: Saturday 11th April, 1:30pm – 2:30pm.
Where: Sleekburn Water
Price: £30
Swap your pilates mat for a paddleboard and join Jayne on the water. Inspire a sense of calm and reconnect in a tranquil environment.
Suggest Plans That (Actually) Make It Out Of The Group Chat
When: Friday 10th April – Sunday 12th April
Where: North East
Price: free
Longer days, lighter nights: 12 plans to suggest in the group chat. From rooftop cinema to new exhibitions, these are the experiences worth building your spring and summer around.
Dog Decoded : A Session With Jo Hall – Heaton
When: Saturday 11th April, 2:00pm – 4:00pm.
Where: The Dog Grocer
Price: £16.96
Dog behaviour, stripped back. Signals over noise. Learn yellow space, body language & better walking without the BS.
Learn Tarot with Inga – North Shields
When: Saturday 11th April, 4:00pm – 6:30pm.
Where: The Green Door
Price: £25
Uncover the magic of tarot reading in this 4 part class you’ll learn the basic ins and outs of the art.
Embark On The Coast to Coast Walk – Lake District
When: Friday 10th April – Sunday 12th April
Where: St Bees
Price: free
Starting at the dramatic seaside village of St Bees on the Cumbrian coast, your journey takes you uphill and inland through the majestic Lake District National Park, with its rugged fells, glacial valleys, and shimmering lakes.
Pottery Throwing Experience for Two – Newcastle
When: Saturday 11th April, 5:30pm – 7:00pm.
Where: John Marley Centre
Price: £40pp
Grab a friend and get your hands dirty shaping some cool pottery in this fun, chill workshop for two!
April Run Club At Kip & Nook – Darlington
When: Sunday 12th April, 10:00pm – 1:00pm.
Where: Kip & Nook
Price: free
Lace up and hit the trail for an unforgettable morning run. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just getting out there and putting one foot in front of the other, this is the run club you won’t want to miss!The cutest evening ever – join Bianco Perry for a LAMBrini and cuddle the lambs to sleep at the Ouseburn Farm.
Sunday Sanctuary Sound Bath – Sunderland
When: Sunday 12th April, 10:30am – 12:00pm.
Where: Pennywell Business Centre
Price: £15
Relax and unwind with a 90 minute sound bath of crystal and himalayan singing bowls, chimes & gongs in the tranquil space at Soul Sanctuary.
Coffee Cupping – North Shields
When: Sunday 12th April, 11:00am – 12:00pm.
Where: Baristocracy Coffee
Price: free
Looking to build your coffee tasting skills? Come join for a quick coffee cupping session on the second Sunday of every month.
Unwind At We Rise – North Shields
When: Friday 10th April – Sunday 12th April
Where: We Rise
Price: £35
This is where yoga meets breathwork, sound therapy, nutrition and community. A space designed not just to help you switch off for an hour, but to future-proof your body and mind in a way that actually fits into real life – book in this weekend for some r&r.
The Crafty Bazaar – Newcastle
When: Sunday 12th April, 11:00am – 4:00pm.
Where: Wylam Brewery
Price: £2.88
Explore the Crafty Bazaar at Wylam Brewery for a feel-good day of shopping, food and supporting some seriously talented local makers.
Print and Pride Workshop – Sunderland
When: Sunday 12th April, 3:00pm – 4:00pm.
Where: Port Independent
Price: free
Join a creative and empowering workshop series where craft meets activism!
Olivers Financial Run Club – Morpeth
When: Sunday 12th April, 7:45am – 9:30pm.
Where: The Market Place
Price: free
Morpeth – join Olivers Financial for an energising community 5km Run Club.
Enjoy A Sunday Lunch – North East
When: Friday 10th April – Sunday 12th April
Where: North East
Price: free
Whether you’re craving a classic Sunday roast in Newcastle, a cosy countryside pub in Northumberland or a hidden gem worth travelling for, we’ve done the hard work for you. Here’s our list of 37 tried and tested places worth booking now.
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