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What's on in Whitley Bay

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Whitley Bay.

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Likely freeChildren & Family

Step Outdoors Stay and Play

Free, fun, inclusive activities for children under 5 and their parents / carers

Wed 22 JulStephenson Railway Museum(2.2mi)

via Stephenson Railway MuseumLocal gem

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Wednesday Series Race - SSSC

Tynemouth Sailing Club has got Wednesday Series Race - SSSC pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Wed 22 JulTynemouth Sailing Club(3mi)

via Tynemouth Sailing ClubCurated

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Victor the Veteran

Find out what the Romans ate

Wed 22 JulArbeia Roman Fort Museum(3.3mi)

via Arbeia Roman Fort MuseumLocal gem

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Family craft sessions

Free craft activities on Wednesdays during school holidays

Wed 22 JulArbeia Roman Fort Museum(3.3mi)

via Arbeia Roman Fort MuseumLocal gem

Children & Family

Baby & Toddler Group

Another belter from Royal Quays Community Centre. Baby & Toddler Group — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Wed 22 Jul10:30Royal Quays Community Centre(3.4mi)

via Royal Quays Community CentreLocal gem

Children & Family

2026-07-22 10:00 - Summer Fun Club

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Monday 20th to Friday 24th July / 10am until 12noon at Whitley Lodge First School / For children aged 5-9 years / Cost 2.00 per child per day for all activities plus a drink and a snack included. / Please use the Claremont Road school entrance to drop off and collect children each day. / Booking in advance by Saturday 4th July with full non-refundable payment. / Please contact Rachel for more info and booking on Location: School BuildingPostcode: NE26 3HW

Wed 22 Jul11:00Whitley Lodge Baptist Church(0.7mi)

via Whitley Lodge Baptist Church

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Summer Fun Club

Wed 22 Jul11:00Whitley Lodge Baptist Church(0.7mi)

via Whitley Lodge Baptist Church

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Vanbrugh 300

Together with Castle Howard, Blenheim Palace, Grimsthorpe Castle, Kimbolton Castle and Stowe House and supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, this year‑long festival honours Vanbrugh’s life, legacy, and theatrical architectural vision. Vanbrugh 300 is presented by The Georgian Group. Please see individual event listings for details.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Seaton Delaval Hall(2.7mi)

via Seaton Delaval Hall

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Dancing Fit

Filed under: Dancing Fit at Royal Quays Community Centre looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Royal Quays Community Centre(3.4mi)

via Royal Quays Community CentreLocal gem

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2026-07-22 10:00 - Coffee Stop

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Location: Church BuildingPostcode: NE32 3JA

Wed 22 Jul11:00Grange Road Baptist Church(4.5mi)

via Grange Road Baptist Church

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Coffee Stop

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Location: Church BuildingPostcode: NE32 3JA

Wed 22 Jul11:00Grange Road Baptist Church(4.5mi)

via Grange Road Baptist Church

Talks & Lectures

Mum’s Talk (referral only)

The Mum’s Talk Course aims to help people come together in a non-judgemental and friendly environment where people can come to start to understand more about the ways they are feeling, how their lives have changed and to develop new ways of thinking and helpful coping strategies. The course is 8 sessions long and is

Wed 22 Jul11:00Riverside Childrens Centre(4.6mi)

via Riverside Childrens CentreLocal gem

Dance

Seated Swans with Complete Ballet CIC

Wednesdays from 10.30am – 11.30am at The Word. Please note after 29/07 session Seated Ballet will resume in September 2026.

Wed 22 Jul11:30The Word(3.6mi)

via The WordCurated

Community

StrongHer Gold

Found this on Royal Quays Community Centre's radar. StrongHer Gold — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 22 Jul12:00Royal Quays Community Centre(3.4mi)

via Royal Quays Community CentreLocal gem

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Sensory Stars

Something's afoot at Royal Quays Community Centre and it goes by the name of Sensory Stars. Their site has the particulars.

Wed 22 Jul14:15Royal Quays Community Centre(3.4mi)

via Royal Quays Community CentreLocal gem

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Functional Balance

Royal Quays Community Centre has got Functional Balance pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Wed 22 Jul14:30Royal Quays Community Centre(3.4mi)

via Royal Quays Community CentreLocal gem

CommunityReligion & Spirituality

2026-07-22 14:00 - Willoughby Drive House Group

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 14:00Details:

Wed 22 Jul15:00Whitley Lodge Baptist Church(0.7mi)

via Whitley Lodge Baptist Church

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Event details on Near Here are aggregated from third-party sources and may change. Always verify times, location, availability, and any price directly with the organiser before travelling. See Terms.

Venues with events near Whitley Bay

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

Whitley Lodge Baptist Church0.7 miles away Stephenson Railway Museum2.2 miles away Seaton Delaval Hall2.7 miles away

More about Whitley Bay

Tyne & Wear, England

Whitley Bay is in Tyne & Wear, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Playhouse Whitley Bay and The Copy Shop, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Whitley Bay 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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