Whether you’re a local or visiting the city, Newcastle offers a variety of events and activities to get you into the holiday spirit, and there are some key Christmas dates to look out for over the next week. It’s all too easy to miss some, as they’re as early as the start of November, and ...
As the festive season approaches, it’s time to plan your Christmas market visits across the North East and there are plenty of them! It’s not just the main Newcastle Christmas market around Monument, many of the towns and villages outside of the city centre and up into Northumberland hold ...
Making your own Christmas wreath for the front door or to hang as a decoration inside your home is a big part of Christmas tradition and fun. Maybe you’re crafty, maybe you want to learn how to be, or maybe you just want a festive activity to enjoy with friends or family. There are a lot of ...
Christmas is a time for giving, and it’s always nice to do something positive, small acts of kindness, or giving what you can in some way at this time of year. This post isn’t going to be suggesting that you donate huge amounts of money, or to do anything that isn’t doable within your means. ...
Ok so they’re not all cosy cottages, some are cabins and some are apartments, but nonetheless they are all fabulous, wonderfully cosy and the perfect private escape to getaway this Christmas if you prefer your own space and privacy over a luxury hotel – I shared suggestions for those ...
I recently shared my list of 70 things to do in December, but I wanted to expand on some of the really unique ones that are specific to the North East over this festive season. From winter light trails, to the Flying Scotsman on it’s centenary journey, carol services in unique places and one ...