00:00With the Easter holidays upon us, families across the North East have a fantastic mix
00:04of events and activities to enjoy well into April. In Tyne and Weir there's plenty to
00:08keep children entertained with the Life Science Centre's Spring Program where families can take
00:13part in the Great Dinosaur Escape. You can become a dino ranger and wander among colossal animatronic
00:19dinosaurs. For film lovers and for rainy day fun, the Moving Parts Puppet Fest at the Tyne
00:25Side Cinema has plenty of interesting things for people into puppetry and animation as well as
00:29puppet and stop motion themed films and family favourites that make a great indoor adventure.
00:34If you want to stretch your legs outdoors, the Easter egg hunt at National Trust sites including
00:38Gibbside, Wallington and Cragside is running until early April with a self-guided trail of seasonal
00:43activities across the gardens ending in a chocolate treat for children we're sure.
00:49Back in the city centre, the Great North Museum Hancock follows interactive trails and there
00:56are hands-on games exploring dinosaurs, natural history and world cultures.
01:00The Discovery Museum has its tiny Tyneside play space for children under 5 along with interactive
01:05discovery zones bringing local history and inventions to life.
01:08For a touch of history, Newcastle Castle has its Spring Program, Rogues and Vagabonds.
01:13Kids and adults alike can explore tales of historical tricksters, roam the medieval jail and take part in
01:19interactive challenges throughout the castle. Art lovers haven't been left out here, the Baltic Centre for
01:24Contemporary Art on the Quayside has a packed calendar of free nature-themed hands-on events
01:29celebrating spring and wildlife. Families can join bee tours to learn about the resident honeybees,
01:34take part in guided urban nature trails, try out fun activities like pedal and play on the Baltic
01:39square and enjoy storytime and workshops designed for children and adults alike.
01:43In Hartlepool, the Easter mini market brings together independent traders, local gifts and
01:47springtime treats ideal for a relaxed family wander with something for everyone.
01:52Families looking for full-on Easter excitement won't want to miss Easter Eggstravaganza Family Fun Day
01:57in Darlington. It's a lively celebration of games, entertainment and seasonal activities,
02:01perfect for younger children and parents. For creative kids, these Stagecraft Easter
02:06workshops in Middlesbrough offer two days of singing, acting and dance. That's a great way for
02:11little performers to shine and make new friends during the break. If you're looking for activities
02:15that go beyond organised events, there's still plenty of ongoing options that work brilliantly
02:19during the holidays. Places like Tees Active at the Tees Barrage offer year-round programs of high
02:24ropes, climbing walls and water-based fun, with holiday offers available and parks such as Teesaurus
02:30Park in Middlesbrough remain firm favourites for a relaxed day outdoors, ideal for bikes, scooters,
02:35picnics and dinosaurs. Of course, local libraries, community venues and parks continue to host drop-in
02:39craft sessions, storytelling and seasonal trails throughout April, giving families even more ways
02:44to enjoy creative and budget-friendly fun together. Whether you're immersing yourself in interactive
02:49science, hunting for eggs on a trail, enjoying live music and markets or taking in a colourful theatre
02:54show, there's plenty of Easter and Spring fun happening right across Tynanwea and Teeside this April.
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