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Half Term Activities in the North East

Half term is here, and if you’re looking for fun but affordable activities to enjoy across the North East, you’re in the right place. Check out our guide below for some of the top spots in the region to check out during the February Half Term.

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Tynemouth Aquarium

  • Grand Parade, Tynemouth, North Shields, NE30 4JF

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Tynemouth Aquarium


Elemental – Free Film Screening

Monday 23rd February

  • 74 Newbottle St, Houghton le Spring, DH4 4AF

Enjoy a free family screening of Disney Pixar’s animated film, Elemental, at Houghton Library.

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Elemental Film Screening, Half Term Activities in the North East

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Metrognomes

Friday 19th February – Tuesday 24th February

  • St. Michaels Wy., Metrocentre, Gateshead, NE11 9YG

The Metrognomes are performing ‘A Very Mad Birthday Party’ in celebration of the Metrocentre’s 40th birthday.

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Metrognomes, Half Term Activities in the North East

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Children’s Craft Activity

Monday 23rd February – Wednesday 25th February

A number of South Tyneside libraries are hosting kids’ craft sessions to keep everyone entertained this half term.

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Children's Crafts South Tyneside, Half Term Activities in the North East


Round the Twist

  • Industrial Estate, Unit 28, North Tyne, Whitley Rd, Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 9SZ

Check out Newcastle’s biggest indoor soft play this Half Term, great for those who love to run around.

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Round the Twist

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Half Term Crafts 

Tuesday 24th February

  • 0 Washington Hwy, Washington, NE38 7RT

Washington Library is hosting many creative sessions throughout the February break, perfect for the crafty kids.

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Half Term Crafts


Seven Stories

  • 30 Lime St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ

Enjoy some jungle-themed stories this half term at the Seven Stories’ Story Station.

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Seven Stories, Half Term Activities in the North East

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STACK Seaburn Bubble Show

Friday 27th February

  • Whitburn Road-Morrisons, Seaburn, Sunderland SR6 8AA

Check out this interactive show, which fills the STACK’s Seaburn location with a display of bubbles this February.

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STACK Seaburn Bubble Show

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