Gateshead Family Hubs

24/10/2026

Autumn & Winter 2026 at Gateshead Family Hubs 🍁❄️

24/10/2026

👻 Join us at one of our Halloween Fun Events! 👻

Bring your little ones along for a morning of Halloween-themed activities, creative play, and lots of fun. Designed for children aged under 5 years and their parents and carers, this is a great opportunity to play, explore, and celebrate together.

Older brothers and sisters are welcome too, so the whole family can enjoy the Halloween spirit! 👻

24/10/2026

🎃 Join us at one of our Halloween Babies Events! 🎃

Bring your little pumpkins along for a spook-tacular session packed with sensory play, Halloween-themed activities, songs, and plenty of opportunities to make memories. Costumes are welcome, so get ready for some adorable Halloween fun! 🧡

24/10/2026

🍁 Stay & Play at your local Family Hub this October half term 🍁

Come along to our Stay & Play sessions for fun, friendship, and plenty of opportunities for little ones to learn through play!
Perfect for children under 5, with older siblings welcome too.

Take a look below to find the days, times, and venues that work best for you. We can’t wait to see you there!

📅 MONDAY 26TH OCTOBER 2026

📍Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📍Deckham Family Hub
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📍Felling Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am

📍Wrekenton Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📅 TUESDAY 27TH OCTOBER 2026

📍Deckham Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am

📍Felling Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📍Leam Lane Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📅 WEDNESDAY 28TH OCTOBER 2026

📍Birtley Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📅 THURSDAY 29TH OCTOBER 2026

📍Birtley Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📍Chowdene Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📍 Leam Lane Family Hub
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📍 Teams Family Hub
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📅 FRIDAY 30TH OCTOBER 2026

📍Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am

📍Chowdene Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

📍Leam Lane Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am

📍Teams Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am

📍 Felling Family Hub
⏰ 1:00-2:30pm

Find your nearest Best Start Family Hub and see what’s on here: www.gateshead.gov.uk/familyhubs

23/10/2026

BABY SOCIAL 💚

Baby Social is a friendly and relaxed group for parents, carers and babies to meet, play and connect. Enjoy fun activities that support your baby's development, while learning simple Best Start for Life and Healthy Baby tips to help your little one grow, learn and thrive.

Days, times and venues available:

📆 Mondays starting 2nd November 2026
📍 Chowdene Family Hub
⏰ 10:00-11:30am
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📆 Tuesdays starting 3rd November 2026
📍 Teams Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-3:00pm
☎️ (0191) 433 6310

📆 Tuesdays 3rd November 2026
📍 Chopwell Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-3:00pm
☎️ (0191) 433 5579
🚨 Starting Tuesday 8th September 2026

📆 Tuesdays 3rd November 2026
📍 Wrekenton Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-3:00pm
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📆 Wednesdays starting 4th November 2026
📍 Birtley Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📆 Wednesdays starting 11th November 2026
📍 Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
☎️ (0191) 433 5579

📆 Wednesdays starting 4th November 2026
📍 Deckham Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-3:00pm
☎️ (0191) 433 6310

📆 Wednesdays starting 4th November 2026
📍 Leam Lane Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-3:00pm
☎️ (0191) 433 5666

📆 Fridays starting 6th November 2026
📍 Felling Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-11:00am
☎️ (0191) 433 5666

ℹ️ Please contact us for more information or to book. Find your nearest Best Start Family Hub and see what’s on here - www.gateshead.gov.uk/familyhubs

23/10/2026

WELCOME BABY 💛

The group offers a welcoming space to meet other new parents, build friendships and enjoy fun, age-appropriate activities that support your baby’s development, learning and wellbeing.

Sessions are facilitated by a Parent Outreach Worker, who can provide friendly support, advice and information around your baby and family’s needs.

Groups start on Tuesday 1st September 2026. Days, times and venues available:

📆 Mondays starting 2nd November 2026
📍 Deckham Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
☎️ (0191) 433 6310

📆 Mondays starting 9th November 2026
📍 Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
☎️ (0191) 433 5579

📆 Wednesdays starting 4th November 2026
📍 Teams Family Hub
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
☎️ (0191) 433 6310

📆 Wednesdays starting 4th November 2026
📍 Chowdene Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📆 Fridays starting 6th November 2026
📍 Leam Lane Family Hub
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
☎️ (0191) 433 5666

ℹ️ Please contact us for more information or to book. Find your nearest Best Start Family Hub and see what’s on here - www.gateshead.gov.uk/familyhubs

23/10/2026

Eligible working families can apply for 30 hours of childcare. Apply before 31st December 2026 to access funding from 1st January 2027.

https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/childcare-early-years-education/15-and-30-hours-support/working-families/?

For eligible working families in England with children aged 9 months to 4 years.

22/10/2026

BABY MASSAGE 💚 NEW courses starting after October half term!

Baby Massage provides a relaxed and supportive space for parents and carers to bond with their babies through gentle massage techniques. Sessions help promote relaxation, support baby development, and can assist with common issues such as wind, colic, and sleep difficulties. The group also offers an opportunity to meet other families, share experiences, and build confidence in responding to your baby's needs.

Days, times and venues available:

📆 Mondays starting 2nd November 2026
📍 Chowdene Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📆 Tuesdays starting 10th November 2026
📍 Teams Family Hub
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
☎️ (0191) 433 6310

📆 Tuesdays starting 3rd November 2026
📍 Wrekenton Family Hub
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📆 Wednesdays starting 11th November 2026
📍 Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
☎️ (0191) 433 5579

📆 Thursdays starting 12th November 2026
📍 Leam Lane Family Hub
⏰ 9:30-10:30am
☎️ (0191) 433 5666

ℹ️ Please contact us for more information or to book. Find your nearest Best Start Family Hub and see what’s on here - www.gateshead.gov.uk/familyhubs