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STEAM TO GREEN
1st January-6th September 2026
Venue: Discovery Museum
Address: Blandford Square, NE1 4JA
Discovery Museum's FREE exhibition tells the story of energy & the climate crisis in the North East by looking back to the industrial revolution, & forward to the pioneering contributions in green technologies...
THE NORTHUMBERLAND OPEN EXHIBITION 2026
14th February-10th May 2026
Venue: Woodhorn Museum & Country Park
Address: NE63 9YF
The annual Northumberland Open at Woodhorn Museum is the largest exhibition of its type in Northumberland. The exhibition attracts hundreds of submissions from artists from across Northumberland & beyond...
NORTH EAST DEAF YOUTH THEATRE
21st February-31st December 2026
Time: Third Sat
Venue: Gosforth Civic Theatre
Address: NE3 3HD
Third Saturday every month, 9.30-11.30am, FREE monthly workshops for deaf children and young people aged 5 - 12 years. North East Deaf Youth Theatre explores all aspects of theatre-making including, creative...
GOZZLE
20th March-31st May 2026
Time: 10am-5.30pm
Venue: WWT Washington Wetlands Centre,
Address: NE38 8LE
Discover a season of firsts this spring, on a fun-filled wetland adventure with Gozzle the gosling. Explore the wonderful world of wetlands with Gozzle the gosling, from Julia Donaldson & Sara Ogilvie’s...
ALNWICK CASTLE OPENS FOR 2026
27th March-25th October 2026
Time: 10am-5pm
Venue: Alnwick Castle
Address: Alnwick, NR66 1NQ
There are many exciting things to do at Alnwick Castle every day. Take a guided tour & learn about the history of Alnwick Castle or its use as a filming location, have a go at archery & test your abilities...
Big Butterfly Count
The UK is set for a spectacular summer of butterflies - and everyone is invited to take part!
Small steps to independence
Primary Times offers practical insights and easy tips to turn everyday tasks into learning adventures.
Making school food better
Jamie Oliver shares lunchbox inspiration, food education and ideas for confident young cooks.
Secure your saplings!
Schools encouraged to apply this spring for free Woodland Trust trees to plant this autumn.