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Summer Holiday

School Closed

Wed 22 JulRiverside Primary Academy(1.5mi)

via Riverside Primary Academy

Community

Around £3.50

Discover a Story

Stories and crafts for ages 3 - 5

Wed 22 JulDiscovery Museum(1.7mi)

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(1.7mi)

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(1.7mi)

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(1.8mi)

via The BistroLocal 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(2mi)

via Hatton GalleryLocal 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(2.1mi)

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(2.1mi)

via Bloom Gateshead Central and SouthLocal gem

Community

Archaeology day

This event is part of the 2026 Festival of Archaeology.

Wed 22 JulGreat North Museum: Hancock(2.1mi)

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(2.1mi)

via Great North Museum: HancockLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Fine Jewellery Auction

Antique Jewellery is the flavour of this auction, with one particular piece which dates back more than 2,000 years. Lot 500 is a ring set with a gold coin from the Kingdom of Macedonia during the reign of Alexander the Great. Fast-forwarding two millennia, there are a good number of pieces from the Georgian and Victorian periods, including a fabulous tiara with brooch fittings, multiple hardstone cameos, and a lovely banded agate necklace with matching chandelier earrings. Historically interesting is a Women's Suffrage necklace, Lot 469, by Hugo Schaper of Berlin, in its original box. There are still some great 20th Century pieces for those with more modern tastes, with big brand names such as Fabergé , Tiffany and Van Cleef & Arpels. If you have any similar items and are considering selling, don’t hesitate to get in touch and our specialists will be delighted to discuss including them in one of our upcoming auctions. Request a free valuation through our simple online form and our team will be in touch with straightforward, expert advice.

Wed 22 JulAnderson & Garland(2.2mi)

via Anderson & GarlandLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Fine Wine & Whisky

Our July Fine Wine & Whisky auction boasts an impressive selection of rare and collectable wine, whisky and cognac from some of the best wineries and distilleries in the world. We have magnum bottles from Chateau Lafite Rothschild, an impressive 500cl bottle of Grand Vin de Leoville 1982 Saint-Julien, a limited private bottling of 1974 23 Year Old Bowmore Single Malt Whisky from Signatory Vintage, a Richard Hennessy Third Edition Cognac complete with its presentation box and carry case, a collection of 19th century Bin labels, and much more. If you have any similar items and are considering selling, don’t hesitate to get in touch and our specialists will be delighted to discuss including them in one of our upcoming auctions. Request a free valuation through our simple online form and our team will be in touch with straightforward, expert advice.

Wed 22 JulAnderson & Garland(2.2mi)

via Anderson & GarlandLocal 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(2.2mi)

via Laing Art GalleryLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Chat Time Taster Sessions

Build your English language skills.

Wed 22 JulLaing Art Gallery(2.2mi)

via Laing Art GalleryLocal gem

Community

InSide: Documentary Photography Community

Keep Documentary Accessible: Donate and Support Side

Wed 22 JulThe Side Cinema(2.3mi)

via The Side CinemaLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & Family

Wild Wednesdays

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

Wed 22 JulNewcastle town wall(2.7mi)

via Newcastle town wallLocal gem

Community

Archaeology day

This event is part of the 2026 Festival of Archaeology.

Wed 22 JulNewcastle town wall(2.7mi)

via Newcastle town wallLocal gem

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Venues with events near West Benwell

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

Alphabetti Theatre1.7 miles away Bloom Gateshead Central and South2.1 miles away Great North Museum: Hancock2.1 miles away

More about West Benwell

Tyne & Wear, England

West Benwell is in Tyne & Wear, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings West Benwell 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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