05 July 23

School holidays in Northumberland: 6 great things to do with the kids!

Are you are looking for something to keep the children entertained in the school holidays? Don't worry we've got you covered with our list of six great activities for families.

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1. Enjoy some splashing fun

Choose from nine 25m swimming pools, seven learner pools which are great to get the kids confident in the water and three splash zones, perfect for family fun times. Why not ride the waves at Prudhoe Waterworld and have a splashing good time in the aqua splash zone at Ponteland Leisure Centre.

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2. Eight soft play adventures!

From safari fun to space themed, the school holidays are the best time for the kids to enjoy some great adventures and discover all 8 soft plays. Suitable for children under 12 years, why not try the jungle safari theme soft play at Willowburn Leisure Centre or the brand new castle themed soft play at Morpeth Leisure Centre where parents can enjoy a coffee at the HIVE café whilst the children play.

 

  • Ponteland Leisure Centre Softplay

    Ponteland Softplay

    Rainforest themed softplay for little tigers to explore.

    • For kids under 12 years
    • Sessions last 75 mins
    • Four storey softplay
    • Adults go free

     

  • Softplay Near Alnwick

    Willowburn Softplay

    Go Wild Jungle Safari for your little lions and lionesses.

    • For kids under 10 years
    • Sessions last 75 mins
    • Four storey softplay
    • Adults go free

     

  • Kids Softplay In Concordia Leisure Centre

    Concordia Softplay

    Go Wild at the jungle themed softplay and toddler area

    • For kids under 12 years
    • Sessions last 75 mins
    • Four storey softplay
    • Adults go free

     

  • Kids Indoor Softplay Near Ashington

    Ashington Softplay

    Go Wild Jungle Safari for your little lions and lionesses.

    • For kids under 8 years
    • Sessions last 90 mins
    • Four storey softplay
    • Adults go free

     

  • Kids Indoor Softplay Near Prudhoe

    Prudhoe Softplay

    Space themed softplay for aspiring astronauts to have a blast!

    • For kids under 8 years
    • Sessions last 60 mins
    • Four storey softplay
    • Adults go free

     

  • Kids Indoor Softplay Near Berwick

    Berwick Softplay

    Nature themed softplay for your little explorers.

    • For kids up to 12 years
    • Sessions last 90 mins
    • Three storey softplay
    • Adults go free

     

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    Morpeth Softplay

    Castle themed for your little ones to enjoy a fairytale adventure 

    • For kids under 8 years
    • Sessions last 90 mins
    • Two storey softplay
    • Adults go free

     

  • Coming Soon

    Wentworth softplay

    New softplay coming soon.

    Look out for more news in 2023.

  • Blyth Sports Centre Softplay

    Blyth Softplay

    Beach themed adventures for your little explorers and sailors. 

    • For kids under 10 years
    • Sessions last 75 mins
    • Three storey softplay
    • Adults go free

     

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3. Reach new heights at Clip 'n Climb

Take your pick from our Concordia Leisure Centre Cramlington or Ponteland Leisure Centre Clip 'n Climb - or choose both!


From the ‘Skyscraper to the ‘Stairway to Heaven’ children can reach for the stars at Concordia Clip ‘n Climb. It has 19 different climbing wall experiences where the children can challenge themselves and climb to the top.


Clip ‘n Climb, Ponteland has a range of 7 climbing walls for the children to explore, plus a fully immersive digital wall which is guaranteed to put a smile on their faces.


Why not climb as a family and children can race their grown ups to the top of the walls!

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4. Let the good times roll at HIVE bowling

HIVE bowling at Concordia and Wentworth Leisure Centre is the perfect place to cool off and get the family together for some fun! Guaranteed to stir up some healthy competition, who will be the first to bowl a strike?

HIVE bowling also includes a full food menu so why not stay for a bite to eat. Lots of arcade machines and pool tables to keep the kids entertained, whilst parents can enjoy a refreshing drink from a fully licensed bar.

  • Hive Bowling At Wentworth Leisure Centre

    8 lanes, your way

    Play at Wentworth or Concordia Leisure Centre.

  • Wentworth Hive Bowling And Licensed Bar

    Burger, Bowl, Beer?

    Enjoy food and drink at our fully licensed HIVE cafe.

  • Hive Bowling Groups At Wentworth

    Bowl from just £5 a game

    Great value fun for friends, family and colleagues.

  • Kids Parties At HIVE Bowling

    Kids Bowling Parties

    Kids bowling parties available. Click here to find out more!

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5. Pot-A-Doodle-Do Pottery Painting Classes

After a morning family swim at Berwick Leisure Centre, why not head over to the Pot-A-Doodle-Doo interactive art studio and let your creativity shine. Have a great time painting personalised ceramics and making mosaics. If you want to include an overnight stay, you can also book in to their glamping site and enjoy some quality family time sleeping in a wigwam.

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6. InflataNation

If you have been enjoying a morning of soft play fun at Blyth Leisure Centre, why not head to InflataNation located at the Royal Quays Outlet Centre in North Shields. InflataNation is an action packed, super bouncy inflatable theme park where the whole family can have an amazing time.

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After all that family fun, why not pop along to the Tranquillity Spa at Ashington Leisure Centre and treat yourself to some quality 'you' time.  You've earned it!

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    Escape the pressures of everyday life and indulge in some me time.

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    Award-winning team of skilled therapists.

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    Welcoming you to our award-winning spa.

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    Luxury brands including Elemis, CND, CACI, St Tropez and MUD cosmetics.

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    Enjoy a spa day package whatever the special occasion.

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    Treat yourself to a luxury CND Vinylux manicure or pedicure.

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    Feel polished with our tinting and waxing treatments.

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    Dedicated manicure and pedicure bays.

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