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What's on in Elswick

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Community

Summer Holiday

School Closed

Wed 22 JulRiverside Primary Academy(0.9mi)

via Riverside Primary Academy

Community

Around £3.50

Discover a Story

Stories and crafts for ages 3 - 5

Wed 22 JulDiscovery Museum(0.8mi)

via Discovery MuseumLocal gem

Community

Alphabetti Writing Group

The Reading Room is our monthly play-reading group co-hosted by Alphabetti Theatre and Live Theatre for theatre makers, playwrights, and creative freelancers based in Newcastle and the North East.

Wed 22 JulAlphabetti Theatre(0.9mi)

via Alphabetti TheatreLocal gem

Community

The Reading Room

The Reading Room is our monthly play-reading group co-hosted by Alphabetti Theatre and Live Theatre for theatre makers, playwrights, and creative freelancers based in Newcastle and the North East.

Wed 22 JulAlphabetti Theatre(0.9mi)

via Alphabetti TheatreLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Knit & Natter

In partnership with Search Newcastle, we invite you to join our regular Knit & Natter sessions in our 1867 Cafe Bar. A relaxed, social event where you can bring your knitting or crochet projects and meet new people. All people and abilities welcome! These sessions are free entry, but we ask you please book your […]

Wed 22 JulThe Bistro(1mi)

via The BistroLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

PAYG MIXED CLASS

Join us for a mixed summer class We will be creating lots of summer memories with footprints, backdrops and more during the half term

Wed 22 JulBloom Gateshead Central and South(1.2mi)

via Bloom Gateshead Central and SouthLocal gem

Community

PAYG SIBLING SPECIAL

Join us for a sibling special bring along your baby’s sibling to help join in with all the fun at this weeks class

Wed 22 JulBloom Gateshead Central and South(1.2mi)

via Bloom Gateshead Central and SouthLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & Family

Summer holiday workshops for kids 4-11 years

All activities are free to attend in drop-in style.

Wed 22 JulHatton Gallery(1.4mi)

via Hatton GalleryLocal gem

Community

InSide: Documentary Photography Community

Keep Documentary Accessible: Donate and Support Side

Wed 22 JulThe Side Cinema(1.5mi)

via The Side CinemaLocal gem

Community

Around £15

Art Camp: 7-12 year olds

Young people are welcome to explore the galleries, talk about art, and create their own work.

Wed 22 JulLaing Art Gallery(1.5mi)

via Laing Art GalleryLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Chat Time Taster Sessions

Build your English language skills.

Wed 22 JulLaing Art Gallery(1.5mi)

via Laing Art GalleryLocal gem

Community

Archaeology day

This event is part of the 2026 Festival of Archaeology.

Wed 22 JulGreat North Museum: Hancock(1.5mi)

via Great North Museum: HancockLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Relaxed Early Opening

Enjoy early access to the Great North Museum: Hancock for a quieter, more relaxed experience.

Wed 22 JulGreat North Museum: Hancock(1.5mi)

via Great North Museum: HancockLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & Family

Wild Wednesdays

Get closer to nature through creative activities, bug hunts and family fun.

Wed 22 JulNewcastle town wall(1.8mi)

via Newcastle town wallLocal gem

Community

Archaeology day

This event is part of the 2026 Festival of Archaeology.

Wed 22 JulNewcastle town wall(1.8mi)

via Newcastle town wallLocal gem

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Lego Coding Workshop with the Kids-Hub

Have a go at Lego coding in this fun and accessible family workshop.

Wed 22 JulNewcastle town wall(1.8mi)

via Newcastle town wallLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Relaxed Early Opening

Enjoy early access to the Great North Museum: Hancock for a quieter, more relaxed experience.

Wed 22 JulNewcastle town wall(1.8mi)

via Newcastle town wallLocal gem

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Venues with events near Elswick

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Newcastle town wall1.8 miles away Alphabetti Theatre0.9 miles away Bloom Gateshead Central and South1.2 miles away

More about Elswick

Tyne & Wear, England

Elswick is in Tyne & Wear, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Vertu Motors Arena, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Elswick events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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