What's on in Newcastle this Easter!

Empty diary this Easter? If you’re worried about how you’re going to keep the kids (and grown-ups) entertained then we’ve got you covered this Easter Holiday. Here at NE1 we’ve put together a list of Offers, Attractions and Must-See events to entertain your whole family! Jackpot!  Worried about expenses? Fear not! We’ve included cheap and Free events to help you worry less about your finances and more about keeping the children occupied. We’re only a few days in after a blissful Bank Holiday weekend, but with a week of school holidays to go, here are a few suggestions to fill up your diary throughout the next few days. For the Children The British weather isn’t always something you can count on, and us Northerners tend put up with more bitter-cold temperatures than the rest of England, so most of our chosen activities you can enjoy out of the rain! Newcastle is home to some of the most amazing and unusual buildings in the North-East, offering a diverse range of events to many thousands of visitors each year. Some of these include; Discovery Museum is a science museum and local history museum situated in Blandford Square in Newcastle. They offer a range of fun and educational experiences for your whole family. With events such as ‘Terrific Turbines’, ‘Teddy Bear Tuesday’ and ‘Circus of Fools’, click here to find out what they have on over Easter. The Seven Stories. – The National Centre for Children's Books is based in the Ouseburn Valley, close to the regenerated Quayside. There is no other place like it in the UK.  Everything they do celebrates children's books, their creators and their readers, and they have loads of events on at the moment. “The Easter Holidays are the last chance to explore our Illustrating Harry Potter exhibition.  All the family can meet not one but two authors - Andy Griffiths and local author Chris Callaghan - over the Easter Holidays and everyone is welcome as we celebrate Maisy's birthday with story times and themed activities in the Studio.” Life Centre - The International Centre for Life is a science village in the city where scientists, clinicians, educationalists and business people work to promote the advancement of the life sciences. With their ‘Robot’ exhibition, ‘Naughty Monsters in the Sky’ and the ‘SpongeBob Square pants 4-D ride’, plus a lot more the Life Centre can keep little people (and big) entertained for hours. Click here to explore what they have in store over Easter!   For the Adults No children? No worries! We’ve lined up a few offers and events for you and yours to enjoy and help you relax over Easter. Leonardo DaVinci - 10 Drawings from the Royal Collection - In February 2016, ten of the finest drawings by Leonardo Da Vinci in the Royal Collection will travel from Windsor Castle to the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle to be shown in a new exhibition, a chance to get up close and personal with the great Master’s works! (And feel all cultural too) The Tyneside Cinema (#Support your local) The Tyneside Cinema boasts a long list of new releases; re-runs of classic titles, and a range of fully licensed screens for you to enjoy your local favourites in, plus a special ‘Crime: Hong Kong Style’ season running at the moment. Their restaurant and café are both wonderful, and the Cinema hosts a range of bespoke events to keep you entertained throughout the year. Upcoming events include; Wine tasting event - £25pp – Friday 1^st April Afternoon Tea at the Movies - Grease – Sunday 10^th April   Food for thought… Caffe Vivo - Antipasti and Wine for 2 –Hurry this offer expires on Thursday 31^st March! Ko Sai - Main Course and Drink for £10 – From Friday 1^st April, visit the Fenwick Food Hall for this gem of Asian Cuisine! Cocktail is the word… Click here to find some of the most amazing cocktail venues Newcastle have to offer, a place to suit every occasion. Bottoms up! Looking for somewhere different this Easter? ¡VAMOS! Social is a city centre cultural space open from Wednesday to Saturday from Midday to Midnight! Offering food and drink events, live music, DJs on Friday & Saturday nights) and, very soon, film screenings, talks, workshops, exhibitions, classes, library, markets, hot desking and much more! This unique space deserves a visit. Try a Beer and Bocadillo for £5 at ¡Vamos!