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5th July 2010 | Cambodian Children’s Painting Project (CCPP) Exhibition | The Biscuit Factory

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:02:17 +0000

The Cambodian Children’s Painting Project to exhibit in Newcastle
• Original children’s art for sale to support the education of Cambodian children

The Cambodian Children’s Painting Project (CCPP) is to exhibit a range of original paintings by almost 100 Cambodian children in Newcastle on July 5th at The Biscuit Factory.

The exhibition is part of a 24-city European tour by CCPP this spring and summer to raise money, vital to provide ongoing educational support to more than 100 children in the Sihanoukville region of Cambodia.

The exhibitions opening to the public is from 18:30-21:00 on Monday the 5th of July, with 100 small and 20 large paintings for sale from between 15-150 pounds each.

Felix Brooks-church, General Manager of the Cambodian Children’s Painting Project (CCPP) comments: “The current economic climate has significantly affected tourism numbers in Cambodia, so rather than waiting for the world to come to us, we thought we’d bring the children’s paintings to the world.

“CCPP works directly with families in Cambodia to make it possible for more than 100 children to attend school. We create a safe and supportive place where the children can learn, play and express themselves through daily activities such as painting, drawing and sculpture, as well as sports, English and computing classes. We also provide food, medical care and clean clothing – which all plays a part in ensuring that the children stay in school for as long as possible.

“The majority of the children involved in the Project live in terrible conditions and lack regular access to food, clean water and medical care. They have little or no education and make money by collecting cans and plastic bottles. Sadly, they are often the victims of violent abuse and paedophilia.

“Our hope is that education can help counteract the effects of poverty and that the children will go on to become active members of their own communities, helping to shape the future of Cambodia.

“This European tour would not have been possible without the support of past volunteers who have helped us in Cambodia over the past three years. They have been instrumental in organizing each event in their home towns, spending much of their time and money to set up the events. The overall reaction to the exhibitions has been inspiring – it’s truly a global network of people that keeps our doors open.”

For more information:
Rachel E. Brown, The Biscuit Factory
+44 778 999 7636
rachel@thebiscuitfactory.com
www.thebiscuitfactory.com

Felix Brooks-church, CCPP Director
+44 790 337 3881
ccppexhibitions@gmail.com
www.letuscreate.org

Time and Date:
18:30-21:00 Monday the 5th of July

The Biscuit Factory
www.thebiscuitfactory.com
16 Stoddart Street
Shieldfield
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne And Wear
NE2 1AN

0191 261 1103

About us:
The Cambodian Children’s Painting Project (CCPP) is a grass roots initiative working with some of the country’s poorest children. Cambodia is one of the very poorest countries of South East Asia and CCPP’s aim is to create a brighter future for these kids through art and education.

CCPP is a continuation of an activity initiated by Roger Dixon, a professional artist, who came to Cambodia to paint on Sihanoukville’s beaches in the early 1990s. The local children were intrigued by this man and his paints and wanted to try it for themselves. So Roger brought the necessary materials with him the following season and the children started to paint. The activity proved so popular and successful that Roger made it into a regular feature during his annual visits to Sihanoukville, financing it from his limited personal means. Backed up by an enthusiastic group of local volunteers the activity grew in size and scope, and diversified.

In April 2006, CCPP was registered as an NGO to provide the project with a legal status and to make it possible to sustain and expand its activities. Since its humble beginnings almost three years ago, over four hundred children have been a part of the initiative. CCPP now provides the children with not only access to painting, craft and sports activities, but also two meals a day, access to medical and dental assistance and most importantly, an opportunity to receive a proper education. CCPP also runs English and computing classes in-house, in addition to sponsoring all the children to attend Khmer school full time.

In 2007 CCPP moved from its modest beach shack to a safer location off the beach, more appropriate for the children and their needs. The new centre has a range of facilities including a large painting studio, clean bathrooms and a full kitchen, as well as an indoor gallery space, education classrooms and volunteer accommodation.

Most of the regularly attending children no longer sell their bracelets and wares along the beach, yet they continue to earn money to help support their families through the sale of their paintings from the CCPP gallery. Paintings are sold for $4. Two dollars go to the child’s family, and $2 goes into CCPP’s communal education fund which we use to offer all our children a chance to attend Khmer school, paying school fees and providing uniforms, bags, books and pens and any ongoing costs such as one-on-one tutoring.

The children now spend their spare time playing, painting and interacting with CCPP’s staff and volunteers at the centre. In a sense, they have been given back their youth, with a chance to be kids again for a couple of hours a day, and are protected, out of harm’s way.

What’s On in Newcastle upon Tyne for August 2010?

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 09:45:21 +0000

What's On in Newcastle upon Tyne for August 2010?

What's On	Venue	Town	Date
Exhibition: North East Beat - Venues, Bands and Fans	Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens	Sunderland	29/05/2010 -12/09/2010
Exhibition: Building Bridges	Discovery Museum	Newcastle upon Tyne	12/06/2010 -30/01/2011
Exhibition: DinoMites	South Shields Museum and Art Gallery	South Shields	12/06/2010 -26/09/2010
Exhibition: Takhti - A Modern Iranian Hero	Hatton Gallery	Newcastle University	24/06/2010 -21/08/2010
Exhibition: Craftivism	Shipley Art Gallery	Gateshead	10/07/2010 -07/11/2010
Exhibition: William Armstrong	Discovery Museum	Newcastle upon Tyne	10/07/2010 -16/11/2010
Exhibition: Build It!	Monkwearmouth Station Museum	Sunderland	17/07/2010 -26/09/2010
Gateshead Summer Flower Show	Gateshead	Newcastle upon Tyne	30/07/2010 -01/08/2010
Canoeing for Beginners	The Customs House	South Shields	31/07/2010 -07/08/2010
Joe Pasquale	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	01/08/2010
Flat Racing Day	Newcastle Racecourse	Gosforth Park, Newcastle	04/08/2010
Oliver - Stage Experience	Sunderland Empire	Sunderland	05/08/2010 -07/08/2010
FREE Saturday Art Classes	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	07/08/2010
FREE Talk: Picture of the Month - August 2010	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	07/08/2010
Summer Soirees	The Customs House	South Shields	09/08/2010 -27/08/2010
Mad Hatters Tea Party	Bede's World	Jarrow	12/08/2010
The Ken Dodd Happiness Show	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	12/08/2010 -13/08/2010
Northumbrian WaterAid Raceday	Newcastle Racecourse	Gosforth Park, Newcastle	13/08/2010
Fame - The Musical	The Customs House	South Shields	13/08/2010 -14/08/2010
FREE Talk: Picture of the Month - August 2010	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	14/08/2010
Dominic Kirwan	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	14/08/2010
Tynemouth Book Fair	Tynemouth Station	Tynemouth	15/08/2010
Romeo and Juliet	The Customs House	South Shields	18/08/2010 -22/08/2010
Guess How Much I Love You - Live on Stage	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	19/08/2010 -21/08/2010
Seven Stories Birthday Party with Jaqueline Wilson	Seven Stories	Newcastle upon Tyne	19/08/2010
FREE Talk: Picture of the Month - August 2010	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	21/08/2010
The Importance of Being Earnest	Preston Hall Museum and Park	Stockton on Tees	21/08/2010
The Importance of Being Earnest	Mount Grace Priory	Northallerton	22/08/2010
Friends of Shipley: Kate Brindley	Shipley Art Gallery	Gateshead	26/08/2010
Simone Felice	Cluny2	Newcastle upon Tyne	26/08/2010
Bootleg 60s	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	26/08/2010
Beer & Curry Racenight	Newcastle Racecourse	Gosforth Park, Newcastle	27/08/2010
Chess	Theatre Royal Newcastle	Newcastle upon Tyne	27/08/2010 -11/09/2010
Fireman Sam	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	27/08/2010 -29/08/2010
Silversmith Demonstrations by Les Howe	Bede's World	Jarrow	28/08/2010 -30/08/2010
Kielder Foot Festival	Kielder Water	Northumberland	28/08/2010 -05/09/2010
FREE Talk: Picture of the Month - August 2010	Laing Art Gallery	Newcastle upon Tyne	28/08/2010
Glee Club	The Customs House	South Shields	28/08/2010 -29/08/2010
The Texas Tenors	Whitley Bay Playhouse	Whitley Bay	28/08/2010
Blaydon Races Family Fun Day	Newcastle Racecourse	Gosforth Park, Newcastle	30/08/2010
Doctor Who Day	Seven Stories	Newcastle upon Tyne	30/08/2010

Newcastle Valentine’s Day Menus 2010

estherrosie — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:22:06 +0000

Looking for a Newcastle restaurant for Valentine’s Day? Look no further! We’ve put together as many menus as we could find for Newcastle Valentine’s Menus.

If you would like your restaurant, bar or pub Valentine’s event here pop it over to us at: support@directoryofnewcastleupontyne.com

Strada

Old Eldon Square
Blackett Street
Tower Hamlets
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7JG

Enjoy the passion of the Italian’s this Valentine’s Day. Strada Newcastle Valentine’s Menu costs just £25 per person for three courses complimented with a glass of Prosecco.

Please mention the Directory of Newcastle upon Tyne when making your reservation

Mandarin Restaurant

14 Stowell Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4XQ

The Mandarin Restaurant in Newcastle is offering two different Valentine’s menus this year. The Romeo and Juliet menu costs £26 per person with a limited choice so go for the Aphrodite menu for £28 per person for a fantastic Valentine’s meal.

The menu has not yet been placed on the Mandarin Restaurant’s Website so we recommend calling the restaurant to confirm the above information is correct: 0191 261 7960

Please mention the Directory of Newcastle upon Tyne when making your reservation.

Cafe Rouge

Redmall
Metro Centre
Gateshead
NE11 9XR

Cafe Rouge is donating £1 from every three course Valentine’s Menu, running from Friday to Sunday, bought across all its restaurants in the UK to the Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity ‘Kiss it Better’ Campaign.

The Cafe Rouge Valentine’s Menu offers a great choice of enjoying a delicious brunch menu (before 12 noon) for just £12.95 per person. The ideal way to start the day.
Or you can opt for lunch/dinner for £24.95 per person.

Please mention the Directory of Newcastle upon Tyne when making your reservation

The Living Room

12 Grey Street
Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 6AE

The Living Room Newcastle Valentine’s Menu – £35.00 per person

Please mention the Directory of Newcastle upon Tyne when making your reservation

More Newcastle Restaurants for

Valentine’s Day 2010

La Tasca

106 Quayside
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3DX

OR

42-50 Grey Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne,

NE1 6AE

La Tasca Valentine’s Menu (pdf download) – £16.95 or £21.95 per person

The Silk Room Champagne Bar and Restaurant

http://www.silkroom.co.uk/

Trinity Gardens
Newcastle Quayside
NE1 2HF

The Silk Room Valentine’s Menu – £29.95 per person

Tiger Tiger

The Gate
Newgate Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5RE

Tiger Tiger Valentine’s Weekend gives you a three course dinner, bottle of pink fizz and live entertainment for just £30.

Make an enquiry throught the Tiger Tiger Valentine’s Page

The Last Days of the Raj

168 Kells Lane
Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 5HY

The Last Days of the Raj Valentine’s Menu – £21.95 per person

Brasserie Black Door

16 Stoddart Street
Shieldfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1AN

View the Brasserie Black Door Menus here

Starters and Puds

2-6 Shakespeare Street
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6AQ

Starters and Puds at Your Newcastle | Directory of Newcastle upon Tyne

Starters and Puds Valentine’s Menu 2010 – £36 per person

Chester Valentine’s Restaurant Menus

Leeds Valentine’s Restaurant Menus

Liverpool Valentine’s Restaurant Menus

Directory of Newcastle upon Tyne

for Local Events and Local Businesses

If you would like to see your event here email support@directoryofnewcastleupontyne.com

Newcastle and the North East Wedding Fayres 2010

Paul33 — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:18:53 +0000

Newcastle and North East Wedding Fayres 2010

Date	Event	Venue	Town	Contact
31/01/2010	The Newcastle Wedding Show	Metro Arena	Newcastle	01704 517970 info@theukweddingshows.co.uk
31/01/2010	Wedding Fayre	Dolphin Centre	Darlington
07/02/2010	Wedding Fayre	Novotel - Newcastle Airport	Newcastle	http://www.weddingpages.co.uk/
07/02/2010	Wedding Fayre	Caledonian Hotel	Newcastle	07939 041314 lrsevents@hotmail.co.uk
14/02/2010	Wedding Fayre	Imperial Hotel	Newcastle	0191 2125505 events@imperialnewcastle.com
14/02/2010	Wedding Fayre	Stadium Of Light	Sunderland
17/02/2010	Wedding Evening	Beamish Park Hotel	Newcastle	01207 230666 reception@beamish-park-hotel.co.uk
21/02/2010	The Great North Werdding Show	Hilton NewcastleGateshead	Newcastle	http://www.weddingpages.co.uk/
21/02/2010	Wedding Open Day	Jesmond Dene Hotel	Newcastle	0191 212 3000
21/02/2010	Wedding Fayre	Bannatyne Hotel	Darlington
21/02/2010	Marriott Hotel Wedding Fayre	Metro Centre Gateshead	Newcastle	07800 547 853
21/02/2010	Wedding Showcase	Beamish Hall	County Durham	01207 233733
21/02/2010	Wedding Show	County Hotel by Thistle	Newcastle	0191 206 7691
28/02/2010	Wedding Fayre	Parkmore Hotel	Stockton	01642 786815
28/02/2010	Elite Wedding Open Day	Close House	Newcastle	07717 220 556
28/02/2010	The North East Spring Spectacular Bridal Show	Newcastle Civic Centre	Newcastle	07939 041 314 lrsevents@hotmail.co.uk
07/03/2010	Wedding Exhibition	Hardwick Hall	Sedgefield	01740 620253
07/03/2010	Wedding Fayre	Hedworth Hall	Newcastle	07800 547 853
21/03/2010	Wedding Fayre	The Mansion House	Newcastle	07939 041 314 lrsevents@hotmail.co.uk
28/03/2010	Wedding Fayre	Middlesborough Football Club	Middlesbrough
04/04/2010	Elite Wedding Fayre \| The SAGE Wedding Fayre	SAGE Gateshead	Newcastle	07717 220556
25/04/2010	The Great North East Bridal Show	Great North Museum / Hancock Museum	Newcastle	07939 041 314 lrsevents@hotmail.co.uk
27/06/2010	Wedding Fayre	Sunderland	Sunderland
15/08/2010	Marriott Hotel Wedding Fayre	Metro Centre Gateshead	Newcastle	07800 547 853
02/10/2010 - 03/10/2010	Newcastle Wedding Show	Newcastle Racecourse	Newcastle	01704 517970 info@theukweddingshows.co.uk
17/10/2010	Wedding Fayre	SAGE Gateshead	Newcastle
07/11/2010	Wedding Fayre	As You Like It	Jesmond, Newcastle	0191 281 2277

If you would like to see your event here email support@directoryofnewcastleupontyne.com

More Newcastle Wedding Fayres from Elite Wedding Fairs and Events:

Wednesday 26th May 2010
Elite Style Event

Close House Hotel and Golf, Heddon-on-the-Wall
TICKET ONLY EVENT
Tickets £12 per person to include reception drink, canapes, excellent Goody Bag, inspiring talks form the regions top style advisors, coffee, cup cakes and entertainment
Call Dawn Marie on 07717 220 556 to request a booking form or go to www.DawnMarieWED.co.uk for more details

Wednesday 15th September
Elite Wedding Event
Woodhill Hall, Otterburn
No distractions, no interruptions, few restrictions – just the wedding of your dreams. Free admission and complimentary refreshments
Call Dawn Marie on 07717 220 556 or go to www.DawnMarieWED.co.uk for more details

See full listings for Newcastle Wedding Fayres from Elite >>

Cathedral Church of St. Nicholas, Newcastle upon Tyne

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 10:01:34 +0000

St Nicholas Cathedral, Newcastle upon Tyne

St. Nicholas Cathedral, also known as The Cathedral Church of St Nicholas Newcastle upon Tyne, is the main church of Newcastle upon Tyne and is also the church in which the Bishop of Newcastle holds a seat.

St Nicholas is the patron saint of sailors and boats - the Cathedral may be so named because of the historical ties that the city has had and still has with the waters of the Tyne and the North Sea.

History of St. Nicholas Cathedral

Initially there was a parish church on or close to the site of the present day cathedral that served Newcastle between 1091 and 1216, when it was destroyed by a raging fire.

In the fourteenth century a new church was built to serve the people of Newcastle upon Tyne – this makes up parts of the cathedral we see today. Additions have been made to the cathedral over the years such as the lantern spire that was added in the mid fifteenth century.

The church received a lot of damage in the early seventeenth century when Scottish invaders came across the border and laid siege to the city, this damage was internal.

There could have been further damage as the Scottish wished to bombard the tower and lantern spire, but the clever people of Newcastle placed Scottish prisoners in the church to stop the Scottish from damaging the church further.

In 1882, under the orders of Queen Victoria, a Diocese of Newcastle was created and the church became St. Nicholas Cathedral.

Visiting St Nicholas Cathedral

The cathedral is located right in the heart of Newcastle, so is easily located by all forms of public transport as well as by car.

Once in the centre, the cathedral can easily be found within ten to fifteen minutes walk from any location in the city of Newcastle. The cathedral is signposted everywhere, and is also very quickly found by scanning the skyline because of its size!

The Cathedral has a shop as well as a Cathedral Refectory that serves wonderful home cooked meals, sandwiches and drinks.

These are open from Monday to Friday between 10.00am and 2.30pm.

Regular religious services are held at the cathedral and normally a morning and evening service is held on a Sunday, times for the services can vary.

Address:
The Cathedral Church of St. Nicholas
St. Nicholas Churchyard
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 1PF

Tel: 0191 232 1939

St Nicholas Cathedral Website

Malmaison Hotel Newcastle

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:51:13 +0000

Malmaison Hotel Newcastle

Found on the banks of the river Tyne, the Malmaison Newcastle is a sumptuous 4 star hotel that offers a wonderful night’s rest and relaxation whether you are on a business or personal trip to Newcastle upon Tyne.

Overview of the Malmaison Newcastle Hotel:

From the outside the Malmaison Newcastle gives off an air of grandeur and style, and once inside this feeling does not leave you as you enter the plush velvet decor that is found through out the building.

There are many standard rooms in the hotel that have amazing decor, great facilities and the most comfortable bed. The facilities in the standard rooms are a television (Cable/Satellite), telephone and daily Maid service and there is also the en suite bathroom with a shower and toilet.

For those with a little extra to spend there are a number of luxury suites, including the HMS Ark Royal, Corner Suites, Junior Suites and The Lounge.

These luxurious suites are the flagship of the hotel chain, and come complete with huge plasma televisions, Bose surround sound systems and an apartment-sized amount of space!

Facilities at the Malmaison Newcastle:

The Malmaison Hotel in Newcastle has a health club and spa centre that caters to fitness and sports massages.

The hotel also has wireless internet access, a laundry and dry cleaning service, cash machine (ATM) and daily maid service.

The Malmaison Newcastle has a stylish bar that offers alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages from beers to fine wines and champagne, this bar is open from 10.00am till late.

There is a brasserie in the hotel that offers wonderful fine dining as well as great light bites.

The Malmaison Hotel Newcastle has a boutique cafe called Cafe Mal right by the quayside of the river Tyne. Here you can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and great snacks in a trendy environment throughout the day

Local information:

Eldon Garden Shopping Centre – 0.8 miles
Newcastle Railway Station – 0.9 miles
Leazes Park – 1.2 miles
Newcastle Racecourse – 6 miles
Newcastle Airport – 8.2 miles

Address:
Malmaison Newcastle
104 Quayside
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 3DX

Tel: 0191 245 5000

Website: Malmaison Newcastle

Everything Old is New Again: Newcastle’s Antiques Shops

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:52:31 +0000

Antique Shops in Newcastle upon Tyne

Looking for antique shops in Newcastle? Then you are in luck, as Newcastle upon Tyne boasts a great number of wonderful Antiques centres selling some of the most amazing antiques of all types and eras.

Here is a guide to some of the Antiques sellers in and around the city of Newcastle.

Time Antiques

Art Deco and Art Nouveau antiques of all description are all available at Time Antiques. This shop also has a gallery full of the most exquisite antiques of museum quality.

Founded in 1985 by Christopher Parkin, the Time Antique store specializes in antiques from the date range of 1870 to1970.

Address:
142 Northumberland Street
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE1 7DQ‎
Tel: 0191 232 9832‎

Antiquites Francaises‎

Sine 1997 this family run business has been selling 19th century French antiques of varying types.

Address:
28 Gowan Terrace
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE2 2PT‎
Tel: 0191 212 1949‎

The antiques on offer are all sourced by the shop directly from France, and come with personal assurance of their authenticity.

Graham Smith Antiques

For over 35 years, this family run business has been supplying all manor of antiques of top quality to those who want something special for their homes or collections.

Graham Smith Antiques is a member of The Association of Art and Antique Dealers and International Confederation of Traders in Works of Art.

Address:
83 Fern Avenue
Jesmond
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE2 2RA
Tel: 0191 281 5065 ‎

The Little Theatre Antique Centre

Located in the Jesmond area of Newcastle not far from the B1309, the Little Theatre Antique Centre is a great place to browse around and find some great Antiques deals.

Address:
75 – 81 Fern Avenue
Jesmond
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE2 2RA
Tel: 0191 209 4321 ‎

Owen Humble Antiques

Owen Humble Antiques is another antique shop located in the Jesmond area of Newcastle.

This small and quaint store has many antiques bargains on offer, as well as some top quality items that are sure to leave you astounded.

Address:
17 Clayton Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE2 4RP
Tel: 0191 281 2100 ‎ ‎
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Newcastle upon Tyne Christmas Party Nights and New Year’s Eve at the Grey Street Hotel

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:49:24 +0000

Grey Street Hotel, City Centre Newcastle offers the perfect package for your Christmas Party Night – you can even book a room so no worries about how to get home at the end of the evening!

We are still waiting for the 2009 brochure to be released but if last year is anything to go by this is a great choice of venue for your Newcastle Christmas Party.

Last year’s packages offered an excellent pre-Christmas lunch for only £19.95 per person AND a DJ in the afternoon! You won’t be returning to the office after that!

Their evening Christmas Dinner packages, again, offer a delicious menu choice for their three course Christmas Dinner with DJ and dancing up until 1am, if you can take the pace!

Book yourself a room from only £99 as an extra treat.

New Year’s Eve 2009 at the Grey Street Hotel

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at the Grey Street Hotel promises the journey into 2010 to be a memorable one. Initially designed for residents enjoying a two night stay, we are waiting for the release of prices for those of you who want to stay for the one night or just want to join in the party.

A sophisticated New Year’s Eve Gala Dinnner Dance is on the cards at the Grey Street Hotel; with a seven course menu to coax you through the evening’s celebrations. Enjoy a glass of bubbly at midnight, wind down in stunning contemporary surroundings and stay overnight to avoid the cold night and the long taxi queues.

For more information visit the Grey Street Hotel Website or contact them on 0191 230 6777 or at 2- 12 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6EE

Please mention Directory of Newcastle upon Tyne when booking your Christmas or New Year’s Eve Party at the Grey Street Hotel!

Easing the Credit Crunch: Newcastle’s Credit Unions

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:17:26 +0000

Newcastle and Tyneside Credit Unions

Credit Unions are cooperative financial institutions that are owned by their members and promote the safe use of money as well as providing financial services to the community.

In Newcastle upon Tyne there are a great number of credit unions that offer the people of Newcastle many options for the protection of their money and unbiased knowledge of financial services.

Here are just a few to be found in and around the city of Newcastle.

Moneywise Credit Union

Moneywise Credit Union is one of the largest credit unions across Newcastle and Tyne and Wear with nineteen offices found across the city.

Established in 2003, Moneywise Credit Union has over 4500 members with an overall asset value of £2.5million.

Central Address:
Moneywise Credit Union
Room 31
Civic Centre
Barras Bridge
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8PP

Tel: 0191 211 6983

Northumberland Credit Union

Northumberland Credit Union has been going for a few years now, and (as of September 2009) has 386 members with £67,900 in savings and £36,800 out on loan.

For those on low incomes that need access to money quickly and wish to enjoy the ability of low loan amounts, then the Northumberland Credit Union is a place where you can enjoy great financial support both through loans and other services.

Address:
Northumberland Credit Union
37 Shields Road
Morpeth
NE61 2SA

Tel: 01670 503 666

Elswick & Cruddas Park Credit Union

Found off Elswick Road near Elswick Park, the Elswick & Cruddas Park Credit Union is a small and friendly credit union that supports its members through thrifty management and clever financial support.

Address:
Elswick & Cruddas Park Credit Union
Cruddas Park
Westmorland Road
Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 7QZ

Tel: 0191 272 7760

Ace Credit Union Services

Ace Credit Union Services is a national credit union that has been established in the Newcastle area for a few years now.

Not only does Ace Credit provide many great financial options for saving and borrowing money, it also offers great workshops for saving money both in the short- and long- term.

Address:
Ace Credit Union Services
2 Chirton Wynd
Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 2PW

Tel: 0191 224 4061

Northern Oak Credit Union

Northern Oak is one of the smaller credit unions in the city, and is a helpful union for those that cannot get credit elsewhere.

Through clever saving and great loan opportunities, Northern Oak Credit Union offers its members financial support and services.

Address:
Northern Oak Credit Union
72 Howard Street
North Shields
Tyne and Wear NE30 1AF

Tel: 0191 296 2611

External Links:
Moneywise Credit Union
Northumberland Credit Union
Ace Credit Union Services
Northern Oak Credit Union

Ho(way), Ho(way), Ho(way)! Santa Claus and Grottos near Newcastle

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 10:08:24 +0000

Searching for Santa Claus? We’ve Found Father Christmas in and around Newcastle, December 2009!

Santa’s Grotto @ the MetroCentre

Father Christmas has arrived at the Yellow Mall in Gateshead MetroCentre.
Every day in December up to Christmas Eve.

Price: FREE

Opening Times:

Monday to Friday 10.00am – 8.00pm
Saturday 9.00am – 7.00pm
Sunday 11.00am – 5.00pm

Christmas Eve, Thursday 24 December 2009: 10.00am – 4.00pm (Santa Claus leaves early to deliver his presents!)

Address:
MetroCentre Qube
Gateshead
Tyne and Wear NE11 9YG

Tel: 0191 493 0219

Santa’s Grotto @ As You Like It

Father Christmas and his elves spend half an hour with your children, sharing stories and answering questions from inquisitive minds.
Ticket includes Surprise Present and Kids meal, some dates will include face painting and a magician.

Price: £9

Opening Times: 11.00am – 4.00pm

Saturday 5 December 2009 – Sunday 6 December 2009
Saturday 12 December 2009 – Sunday 13 December 2009
Saturday 19 December 2009 – Thursday 24 December 2009

Address:
As You Like It
Archbold Terrace
Jesmond
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 1DB

Tel: 0191 281 2277

Santa and Skate @ Life Science Centre

Skating@Life is an Ice Rink set on Times Square, outside the Science Centre, that runs until February 2010.
On Certain Dates in December, Santa Claus will make an appearance, so you can have a skating session and visit Santa’s Grotto!

Price: From £5.50 including Skating Session

Opening Times for Grotto: 1.00pm – 4.00pm

Saturday 5 December 2009 – Sunday 6 December 2009
Saturday 12 December 2009 – Sunday 13 December 2009
Saturday 19 December 2009 – Thursday 24 December 2009

Skating Sessions run daily, Monday to Saturday 10.00am – 8.00pm and 11.00am – 6.00pm on Sundays.

Pre-Booking is Available.

Address:
Centre For Life
Times Square
Scotswood Road
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP

Tel: 0191 261 6006

Santa @ The Sage Gateshead

Meet Santa Claus and his elves in a specially created grotto at The Sage, Gateshead: get your face painted to look like a Snow Queen or King, a tiger, a butterfly or anything!
Explore a fun-packed adventure trail round The Sage Gateshead, solving puzzles and clues, and become an elf yourself!

Price: £3 for Santa’s Grotto, £2 Face Painting, £1.50 Santa’s Challenge

Opening Times: 12.00noon – 4.00pm

Saturday 5 December 2009 – Sunday 6 December 2009
Saturday 12 December 2009 – Sunday 13 December 2009
Saturday 19 December 2009 – Thursday 24 December 2009

Address:
The Sage Gateshead
St Mary’s Square
Gateshead Quay
Gateshead NE8 2JR

Tel: 0191 443 4661

Santa Sunday @ The Lancastrian Suite

An afternoon of festive fun for the whole family: a ‘magical’ Christmas show (produced by Leah Bell) guarantees to get you in the festive mood!
Santa Claus will also pay a visit to deliver a Selection Box for all the good boys and girls!

Price: £6 for Children under 12, Adults £13.50

Time: 12.00noon – 3.00pm

Sunday 20 December 2009

Address:
The Lancastrian Suite
Lancaster Road
Dunston
Gateshead NE11 9JR

Tel: 0191 460 5353

Santa Steamings @ Tanfield Railway

The Original North Pole Express leaves East Tanfield Station to see Santa Claus,
who is visiting the Railway and using his own specially built Grotto.
Children receive a present and seasonal refreshments are served to all.

Price: £10 per person

Times: 10.40am, 11.20am, 12noon, 12.40pm, 1.20pm, 2.00pm, 2.40pm, 3.20pm, 4.00pm

Saturday 5 December 2009 – Sunday 6 December 2009
Saturday 12 December 2009 – Sunday 13 December 2009
Saturday 19 December 2009 - Sunday 20 December 2009
Wednesday 23 December 2009 – Thursday December 2009

Address:
Tanfield Railway
22 Coverley
Great Lumley
Chester le Street
Co. Durham DH3 4LS

Tel: 0845 463 4836 – All Bookings should be made with this number

Santa’s Special Christmas Lunch @ Kirkley Hall

Enjoy Christmas lunch followed by a special visit from Santa Claus and his little helper, the face painter – fun for all the family!

Price: £15.95 per person – additional charge for Face Painter

Times: 12noon and 2.15pm sittings

Sunday 20 December 2009

Address:
Kirkley Hall
Ponteland
Northumberland NE20 0AQ

Tel: 01670 841 235

Santa Sundays @ National Glass Centre

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will be under the Giant Christmas Tree every Sunday.

Price: £1 for visitors, FREE to Sunday Lunch diners

Opening Times: 12noon – 3.00pm

Sunday 6 December 2009
Sunday 13 December 2009
Sunday 20 December 2009

Address:
National Glass Centre
Liberty Way
Sunderland SR6 0GL

Tel: 0191 515 5555