From: 23 July 2008
To: 08 September 2008
A variety of activities to enjoy outdoors this summer holiday at Hamsterley Forest
Summer holiday activities in Newcastle and the North East from The Best of Newcastle
Hamsterley Forest
Hamsterley Forest in County Durham (just about 10 miles out of Newcastle) has a wide range of activities throughout the summer holidays to keep most children occupied and to get them outside enjoying our lovely summer weather!
Some of the activities are listed below with dates but for more then you can visit their website at www.forestry.gov.uk and click on the search for 'Hamsterley'.
Den Building on Saturday 9th and 23rd August - join the ranger and build a shelter using only what the forest supplies
A family activity from 1-3pm (£5 per child)
Booking essential on 01388 488312
Hamsterley Play Day - Thursday August 7 2008 10 - 3pm (no booking necessary and no charge)
Join in the fun at the third annual Hamsterley Play Day. Activities and games for all children who want to escape from the television and play in the great outdoors!
Childen's Adventure Challenge - Thursday August 14th 1 - 3pm (booking essential) £5 per child
Action packed adventure in the forest with the ranger team! An afternoon of games and challenges to test your wits
contact Neil Taylor - Ranger 01388 488312 - for more information and booking
Summer holiday activities in Newcastle and the North East from The Best of Newcastle