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7 things to do in the North East this weekend
HANNAH PERRY’S MANUAL LABOUR EXHIBITION
When: Running until 16th March 2025
Where: Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead
Price: Free entry
This exhibition presents Hannah Perry’s new body of work, which explores labour, motherhood and class. Working with various media, Hannah delves into mental and emotional health in the modern day. Her pieces reflect her own experiences growing up in a working-class family, capturing the force, violence, and trauma of transition. This psychologically charged installation will use materials associated with manual occupations in manufacturing and industry, from sheet metal and car lacquer to body wrap and hydraulics.
SUMMER ROLLER RINK FUN
When: Open until 1st September 2024
Where: Exhibition Square, Metrocentre
Price: £2.00 per person
This summer, Metrocentre’s Exhibition Square (opposite Primark) will be hosting its very own roller rink suitable for the whole family. Put on your skates and glide across the rink like it’s the ’80s. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced skater, this is the perfect activity for releasing your inner child and having a bit of fun.
DINOSAUR DAY
When: Thursday 29th August, 11.00am – 3.00pm
Where: Darlington Town Centre
Price: Free
Be transported back to the Jurassic period as you watch huge dinosaurs roam around Darlington. In addition to these shocking creatures, there will be plenty of themed activities to get stuck into and live entertainment to enjoy. You’ll also be able to handle fossils and get up close to dinosaur remains – perfect for wannabe archaeologists out there.
OTTER-IGAMI: MAKING OTTER ENRICHMENT
When: Thursday 29th August, 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Where: Washington Wetland Centre
Price: £3.00 per person
Make some fun fire-hose toys for the Asian short-clawed otter family at Washington Wetland Centre. You’ll follow a step-by-step guide to hosepipe-folding, then stuff your toys with fishy snacks for the otters to enjoy. Learn about why enrichment is so important for these creatures, and watch them enjoy your handmade treat.
BOOK TALK WITH IAN MORTIMER
When: Thursday 29th August, 4.00pm and 7.30pm
Where: Alnwick Castle, Alnwick
Price: From £8.00
Join medieval historian and author Ian Mortimer for his book event at Alnwick Castle. Ian will give a talk based on his book The Time Traveller’s Guide to Medieval England, which gives an A to Z of things any visitor would need to know in the 14th century. After the funny and eye-opening talk, you’ll have the chance to ask any questions about medieval England and get your book signed.
MOSAIC COASTER WORKSHOP
When: Thursday 29th August, 6.30pm – 9.00pm
Where: Lui’s by the Park, Tynemouth
Price: £25.00
Learn the basics of mosaic design during this relaxed workshop at Lui’s By The Park. You’ll create a beautiful coaster using the many colourful glass tiles available. Your creation will be grouted and dried after the session, ready to pick up shortly after. All equipment will be provided, with no experience needed.
BONGO’S BINGO: 00S SPECIAL
When: Saturday 31st August, from 6.30pm
Where: Boiler Shop, Newcastle
Price: From £16.00
Experience the fun and mayhem of Bongo’s Bingo with a noughties twist. Sing along to the best tunes of the decade, take part in a dance-off, win some incredible prizes and enjoy the 00s vibes. Fully embrace the theme by putting on your best fancy dress – perhaps Kylie or the Teletubbies?
Want more inspo for things to book? Head to our High Life North events calendar for all of the events you’ll want to know about.
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