Important update – 28 September 2026
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We offer a free health walk in Newcastle each week, led by our Community Wellbeing Pathfinder Service team.
The gentle walking group helps people improve their physical health, mental wellbeing and social connections through gentle physical activity. The walks give people the chance to get active, enjoy local spaces, meet new people and build confidence in a relaxed and welcoming environment. The group meets every Wednesday and start locations vary. Please call
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Free children and family activity for families living in Newcastle.
Creative play, healthy cooking and fun activities for families to enjoy together - no need to book, just come along! Contact 07961 734298 with any questions.
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Next Steps aims is to improve people's fitness, provide them with with opportunities to meet new people and improve their social networks. They are delivered by qualified fitness trainers. Find out more about this and other exercise classes for people with existing conditions on our Getting Active page.
Feel unsteady? Afraid of falling? Had a fall? Staying Steady falls prevention classes will improve your balance, confidence and stability. You can contact us directly or you can be referred by your GP, Nurse, Physio or another professional. Visit www.healthworksne.org.uk or call us on 0191 272 4244.
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Our free Breastfeeding Peer Support Groups offer support to families across Newcastle.
The groups are relaxed, informal, and friendly and a great way to meet others and get information and support from our trained Best Start staff and volunteers. No need to book, just pop in! For more information on this group, send us a message or call us on 07826531575.
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Join us for some messy family fun – no need to book, just come along and have fun together! Old clothes or cover-ups advised. Contact 07961 734298 with any questions.
Find out more »During term time, we offer free Baby Massage sessions for families living in Newcastle with non mobile babies.
Booking is required on 07961734298
Baby Massage supports bonding and is a relaxing time for both. Benefits include helping with colic, teething and snuffles and can improve circulation. There are 5 sessions per course which and by the end of the course, parents and carers will have the knowledge and skills to give their baby a safe and soothing massage.
Find out more »Keep Moving is a light circuit class designed for people aged 50+ or those managing long-term health conditions.
Stay healthy, energetic and independent with our fun, low impact exercise class. Keep Moving is a fun and inclusive exercise class, which is suitable for over 50’s and people with a range of medical conditions. Delivered by qualified fitness trainers. Find out more about this and other exercise classes for people with existing conditions on
Feel unsteady? Afraid of falling? Had a fall? Staying Steady falls prevention classes will improve your balance, confidence and stability. You can contact us directly or you can be referred by your GP, Nurse, Physio or another professional. Visit www.healthworksne.org.uk or call us on 0191 272 4244.
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