Fun for Under 5s

We have a variety of spaces and events for our smallest visitors.
There are dedicated spaces for under 5s to play and explore, as well as different events across our museums and galleries.

Dedicated play spaces for under 5s

A small child looks at the camera with their tongue sticking out. They are sitting holding a toy, plastic steering wheel. In the background is a model bridge and an illustration of a cat holding a hat.

The under 5s programme includes the following dedicated spaces:

Tiny Tyneside

Explore and play around the themes of the museum with replica transport, inventions and bridges.

Discovery Museum | Open daily | Free.

Find out more about Tiny Tyneside.

Mouse House

The Mouse House gallery is full of surprises. Choose an activity from the walls to help you explore the rest of the museum.

Great North Museum: Hancock | Closed Wednesday and Thursday | Free.

Find out more about Mouse House.

Playspace

Explore the den, play with toys and the light up table, dress up, read books and more in our circus themed playspace.

Laing Art Gallery | Open Monday - Saturday | Free.

Find out more about Playspace.

Under 5s Area

All aboard little ones. Kids can step into the role of a train guard, practicing signals, waving flags and even seeing their reflection as they mimic the guards on the wall.

Stephenson Steam Railway | Open Saturday and Sunday | Free.

Find out more about the Under 5s Area.

Mini Museum Trolley Activities

Have a go at being an explorer, curator or storyteller with our Mini Museum activities.

Woodhorn Museum | Wednesday to Sunday | Included with Annual Pass.

Find out more about Mini Museum Trolley Activities.