We are extending the Big Bike Revival programme with some additional dates for guided rides around the local area to build confidence, learn routes and meet other like minded people.
Bring your bike along and meet others on these social rides (cyclists must be over 12 years old). For more information email sandra@linskill.org
Join in the summer fun at Linskill on Saturday 20th July from 11am-3pm with lots of family activities both indoors and outdoors.
Big Bike Revival – few things in life are better than a cycle ride, whether it’s to visit friends, a daily commute or a trip into the countryside – but it can be hard to get started. Around 42% of people in the UK own bikes but don’t ever use them – maybe because the bike has a flat tyre and no idea how to repair it, maybe lacking in confidence or the the skills and knowledge to ride safely. The Big Bike Revival is all about overcoming those little barriers and to help you feel more confident about cycling. The programme is entering its fifth year with events across the country providing free cycle checks, servicing, cycle maintenance workshops, cycle training and accompanied rides.
This year the ever popular Linskill Book Fair will run from Friday 17th May until Sunday 19th May, providing plenty of opportunity to pop down and buy some books. Our team of volunteers have worked tirelessly to collect and collate the thousands of donated books into genres, hopefully to make it easier for visitors to find what they are looking for.
This year there will be a new ‘Treasures Section’ featuring a number of identified collectable books, which will be on sale at prices reflecting their researched value.
Also new to the Book Fair this year will be a sensory free hour from 10-11am on the Sunday morning.
On Saturday 18th May there will be storytelling sessions with Chris Bostock: a session at 11am for under 8 years and a session at 1pm for over 8 years (entry fee £2.50).
The Easter Fair will open from 11am to 3pm on Saturday at the Linskill Centre with a programme of activities for families to join in with and have fun:
This year the Easter Fair will take place on Saturday 20th April from 11am to 3pm at the Linskill Centre and is sponsored by local estate agent Richardsons.
This free entry event will again be focused on activities for all the family including the infamous Linskill Easter Egg Hunt with clues to take the children around the building and win an Easter Egg (there will be two egg hunts one in the morning at 11.30am and one in the afternoon at 2pm).
There will performances from local groups on the main stage along with craft and gift stalls in Trevelyan Hall.
Hopefully, there will be an appearance (weather permitting) form the very popular Blackberry Donkeys
The new Linskill soft play area and V-bomber will be available in the Burnett Hall for under 5’s.
The star of the show will be Mr Merlin’s free magic show for the children on the main stage at 1pm.
| Time | Activity | Where | With Who |
| 11:30-12noon | Pilates Taster | Bede Room | Ashleigh Lowe |
| 12-12:30pm | Reiki Talk & Meditation | Bede Room | Joanne Pearson |
| 12:30-1:20pm | Are You Psychic? Workshop | Bede Room | Joanne Pearson |
| 1:30-2pm | Mantra & Chant | Bede Room | Chris Headland |
| 2pm-2:30pm | Dru Yoga Taster | Bede Room | Chris Headland |
| 2:30pm-3pm | Sacred Drumming | Bede Room | Chris Headland |
Linskill is holding a Holistic Fayre focusing on health and wellbeing on Saturday 9th March from 11am-3pm.
Trevelyan Hall will host a range of stalls with readings, demonstrations and tasters of all things for the mind, body and soul (please note additional charges may apply for some activities). Health promotion stands with representatives will also be on hand to offer advice and information. Free entry event and all welcome.
Weddings at Linskill will showcase its ability to be the perfect wedding venue for your big day! Set within a former North Tyneside school, the quirky building offers a blank canvas for the unique day you have dreamed about. Built in 1932 and nestled between North Shields and Tynemouth, this much-loved building hosted its first wedding in Trevelyan Hall in 2012 and bookings have grown year on year.
The Wedding Open Day is Saturday 16th March from 12noon to 3pm giving couples the chance to see the venue in all its glory as Trevelyan Hall will be dressed for a wedding with white linen, sashes, bunting and fairy lights. There will be local wedding suppliers on hand for advice, inspiration and demonstrations of their services with live entertainment on the stage and a complimentary canape and drinks reception for the first 50 guests.
Squiggles N Giggles is our programme of family activities, delivered at Linskill, to encourage child development and parental skills through play and learning. There is a diverse range of activities on offer starting the week commencing 7th January and hopefully something for everyone – please note activities are suitable for children under 5 years of age.
To find out more about timings click here or call 0191 257 8000 to book onto an activity or course.
