Fun for families this May half term
Find out what's happening at your favourite museums and galleries this May half term.
Stephenson Steam Railway
Heritage train rides and a museum to enjoy
Stephenson Steam Railway offers a family-friendly journey into the coal-powered past, with heritage train rides and exhibits of historic rail vehicles in the museum. It's located near Silverlink retail park in North Tyneside.
Plan your visit to Stephenson Steam Railway.
Heritage Train Ride
Take a trip along the historic route once taken by the coal trains from the collieries to the River Tyne, in a 1950s passenger carriage.
Stephenson Steam Railway | 25, 29 May and 1 June | Child / concession - £7, Adult - £9, pay once and ride all day.
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Teddy Bear Picnic Train Ride
Bring your favourite bear along on a heritage train ride and enjoy puppetry from The Mosstroopers.
Stephenson Steam Railway | 26 May | Child / concession - £7, Adult - £9.
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Shipley Art Gallery
The North East's home of decorative arts, craft and design
Gateshead's Shipley Art Gallery opened in 1917 with 504 paintings from Joseph Shipley's bequest. Today it is a leading centre for decorative arts, contemporary crafts and ceramics - a hidden gem right next to Saltwell Park.
Plan your visit to the Shipley Art Gallery.
Family Crafting
Get creative with our blossom themed crafting sessions.
Shipley Art Gallery | 27 and 29 May | £3.
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Discovery Museum
Newcastle's story through the ages
Discovery Museum is a family-friendly museum in Newcastle city centre showcasing Tyneside's rich maritime, scientific, military and industrial heritage.
Plan your visit to Discovery Museum.
Build A LEGO® City
Celebrate 140 years of Newcastle upon Tyne's city status by building it in Lego®.
Discovery Museum | 29 May | £1.50.
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Tiny Tyneside
A free play space for our smallest visitors.
Discovery Museum | Daily | Free.
Great North Museum: Hancock
A natural history and archaeology adventure
Great North Museum: Hancock is a family-friendly museum in Newcastle city centre exploring natural history, archaeology and human cultures. It was founded in 1884 by the brothers John and Albany Hancock.
Plan your visit to the Great North Museum: Hancock.
Underground Adventures With Murray The Mole
Free family trails where you can explore the museum and collect prizes.
Great North Museum: Hancock | Daily | Free.
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Relaxed Early Opening
Enjoy early access to the museum for a quieter, more relaxed experience.
Great North Museum: Hancock | 27 May | Free, booking essential.
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