ABC South Magazine: December 2019

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YOUR LOCAL MAGAZINE | SOUTH EDITION | DECEMBER 2019

ISSUE 63

Fantastic Festive Events

PANTO MAGIC Get in the spirit!

LOCAL EVENTS FOR ALL THE FAMILY

CHRISTMAS MARKETS

WHAT’S ON AT THE DOME

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What ’s On

A SELECTION OF FESTIVE EVENTS TAKING PLACE LOCALLY

Wednesday 27th Nov WHITLEY LODGE CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

Whitley Lodge Shopping Centre – From 3pm All are welcome in enjoy the Christmas fun, including carols from Whitley Lodge First School, a tree lighting ceremony, stalls, face painting, special characters and even a visit from Santa! Local shops will be open late to compliment the activities. For further information call 0191 251 4422

30th November and 7th,14th,21st and 23rd December PARK VIEW SANTA’S GROTTO

Park View Shopping Centre, Whitley Bay 10.30am – 1pm and 1.30pm – 3.30pm Shoppers can get in the festive mood and visit Santa on select dates in November and December. These events are organised by the Rotary Club of Whitley Bay and will be raising funds for local causes.

Wednesday 4th December QUORUM CHRISTMAS MARKET

Quorum Business Park Around 30 stalls selling food, gifts and homewares. There will also be a range of street food as well as free mulled wine and mince pie on arrival.

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Thursday 5th December CHRISTMAS QUIZ

Linskill Community Centre Test your Christmas general knowledge and have some festive fun! Tickets are £5 each with a free glass of mulled wine.

Doors open at 6.30pm, quiz starts at 7.30pm. Call 0191 257 8000 to book your tickets.

Linskill Terrace, North Shields, NE30 2AY www.linskill.org

Friday 6th December CHILDREN’S XMAS PARTY Linskill Community Centre A visit from Santa Claus and a gift for each paying child.

Recommended for children 2 – 8 years. Party games and Christmas disco.

Tickets £6 per child. Call 0191 2578000 to book.

Linskill Terrace, North Shields, NE30 2AY www.linskill.org

Saturday 7th December SANTA’S GROTTO

Linskill Centre Join Santa in his grotto for a seasonal story. Includes Christmas craft activity and bouncy castle fun. Tickets £6 per child, call 0191 2578000 to book. First admission 10am, Last admission 3pm.

Linskill Terrace, North Shields, NE30 2AY. www.linskill.org

Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th December

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET Northumberland Square, North Shields

The popular market returns with stallholders offering a wide range of goods including festive gifts, crafts and food. There will also be entertainment, music and a small fairground for children. For further information call 0191 643 7409 or email info@northtyneside.gov.uk

All details correct at time of going to press.

Please check before attending.

Wed 11th December ROYAL NORTHERN SINFONIA PRESENT CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT

Saturday 14th December TYNEIDOLS XMAS PARTY

Thursday 12th December SCHOOL CAROL CONCERT

Saturday 14th and Saturday 21st December SANTA’S GROTTO

St George’s Church, Cullercoats Get into the Christmas spirit with a selection of seasonal favourites. 7.30pm.

Tickets £15, under-18s £5. www.sagegateshead.com

Northumberland Park, North Shields – 10.30 am Wrap up warm and enjoy a selection of carols performed from the beautiful Victorian bandstand by children from local schools. Complete your visit with seasonal treats from the park café.

Saturday 14th & 21st December BEACON CENTRE SANTA’S GROTTO

Beacon Centre, North Shields - 11.30AM - 2PM Visit Santa and tell him what’s on your Christmas list!

Children will receive a small gift from Santa. £1 per child. All proceeds from the grotto are donated to the North Sehidls Fishermen’s Mission. For more information call 0191 258 3909.

The Exchange, North Shields Annual festive spectacular featuring Marty Craggs’ Little Band Jam & Friends playing songs from Lindisfarne, Happy Cats and all ports in between with a little festive cheer thrown in. Tickets from £10 per person call Julie Clay on 0191 253 1618. www.tyneidols.co.uk

Wallsend Parks Visit Santa as ha makes a quick stop in Wallsend – you will also hear some festive stories too!

Children will receive a gift - £4 per child. To book visit www. wallsendparks.eventbrite.com

Monday 16th December THE BENTON CHRISTMAS CRACKER

The Rising Sun Countryside Centre – 10 – 12.30am Come and join the Rising Sun festive celebrations. includes a brand new Christmas story adventure, a keepsake craft, messy & sensory play, refreshments and a Christmas gift! For more information visit www.adventurebabies.co.uk

Tuesday 17th December XMAS BIKE RIDE

From Linskill Community Centre, North Shields Bling up your bike for a bright night ride along the bike path to St Marys Lighthouse and back.

Fairy lights, fancy dress and festive fun. Meet outside the Linskill Centre at 5.30pm www.linskill.org

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SANTA SPECIALS AT STEPHENSON RAILWAY

Stephenson Railway Museum, Middle Engine Lane, NE29 8DX Melt in to the magic of Christmas and make memories with your loved ones on a unique festive heritage train ride to meet Santa Claus and his guests. With traditional music and on-board entertainers. Children aged 0 - 12 years receive a gift from Santa on the train.

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What ’s On Tuesday 17th December SEVEN STORIES CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE: STICK MAN

North Shields Customer First Centre – 9.30am-11am Play in the snow with Stick Man and hunt for the perfect tree to decorate. Tickets £3 and booking is essential. Suitable for ages 2-5 years.

To book call 0191 643 5270

Saturday 21st December ARTVENTURES CHRISTMAS PARTY

St Georges Church Hall, Cullercoats – from 10am Get your Christmas jumpers out, and celebrate the festive season in true ARTventurers style with lots of messy, sensory, arty, sparkly and crafty fun! There will be oodles of singing, dancing, sensory and arty activities to ignite your little ones imagination and introduce them to art.

The Christmas party is suitable from 6 months to 7 years! All topped off with some festive classics to have a sing and dance to and a Christmas snacks! Don’t forget your Santa hats and Christmas jumpers!

Tickets are £7.50per child.

Places are limited so prebooking is essential. www.artventures.co.uk

Saturday 21st December CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY

White Swan Customer Service Centre, Killingworth Join Double Deckers Entertainment with festive fun, including games, dancing, magic

and balloon modelling. Santa may even visit too, with a small present for each child! £3 per child and advance booking is essential.

To book call 0191 643 2040

Saturday 21st December TYNESIDE KIDS CLUB: RAYMOND BRIGG’S FATHER CHRISTMAS

Tyneside Cinema, Newcastle 10.30am-11.30am Tyneside Cinema are screening a one off showing of this lesserknown Christmas classic from the writer of The Snowman. You are also invited to make your own musical Christmas cards to take home after the film!

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Adults and over 14s are only admitted to Tyneside Kids Club screenings when accompanying children.To find out more visit www.projections.org.uk

Tuesday 24th December FESTIVE TALES WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS

Woodhorn Museum Meet Father Christmas and find out what you should be leaving for him and the Reindeer on Christmas Eve. Or perhaps, enjoy some seasonal stories featuring classics like ‘The Snowman’ and ‘The Polar

Express’. There will be lots of fun opportunities to get on Santa’s good side at Woodhorn this winter and every child will leave the experience with a lovely seasonal gift.

The ticket price is £6.50 per child and free to adults.

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Tuesday 31st December NEW YEAR FIREWORKS

Spanish City, Whitley Bay North Tyneside Council and Spanish City present a special firework display at midnight to celebrate the arrival of 2020!

The display will take place on The Links and will last approximately 10 minutes.

Refreshments will be available, For more information visit www.northtynesidecouncil.com

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WHAT’S ON

PANTO MAGIC

Fairy tale fun, booing, hissing and songs galore to get you in the festive mood

JACK & THE BEANSTALK Whitley Bay Playhouse

This year’s pantomime spectacular is brought to you by Blue Genie Entertainment and stars Playhouse legend Steve Walls alongside X-Factor finalist Molly Scott, Britain’s Got Talent winner Ashley Butler and the return of Dame Patsy ‘Trott’ in a laugh a minute version of Janck and the Beanstalk.

Packed with great songs, amazing dance routines and plenty of laughter for all the family.

Runs from 30th November to 4th January.

To book call 0844 248 1588 www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk

GOLDIELOCKS & THE 3 BEARS

Seaton Delaval Arts Centre Roll up! Roll up! The Circus is in town! Packed full of all of the usual show-stopping songs, dazzling dance routines and hilarious knockabout comedy. Dame Gertie Dollop runs the show with her son Silly Billy but they’ve fallen on hard times. Gertie needs a miracle after their honeypot of pennies is accidentally stolen by three porridge hungry, bears. Could they be the new star attraction Gertie has been searching for?

Runs from 29th November – 7th December.

To book call 0191 237 5460 www.seatondelavalartscentre.com

JACK FROST

Gosforth Civic Theatre Jack Frost is a music filled Christmas show about friendship and the joy of joining in. Holly, a little girl who plays the trumpet, befriends the magical winter sprite Jack Frost. We follow Holly's adventure into the icecovered world of the mischievous yet lonely Jack. When plans for Holly’s school concert go awry, together Holly and Jack will make sure no-one is left outside this Christmas.

The show runs from 27th to 30th December. To book call 0191 284 3700. www.gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk

SLEEPING BEAUTY

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Following on from the sell-out success of Puss in Boots in 2018 we bring to you another family favourite gauranted to be a hit with all the family - Sleeping Beauty!

When the wicked fairy Carabosse’s evil curse causes the Princess to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall in to an enchanted sleep can anyone rescue her from the magical slumber before it is too late?

This year Tynemouth Priory Theatre bring you a bespoke production of Mother Goose, for the exclusive use of the theatre Poor Mother Goose lives with her children Jack and Billy in Tynely Mouth Bay and dreams of being rich and beautiful. A gift of a magic goose from the fairy helps to transform her life, but is it for the better? This egg-ceedingly clever and new script, brings songs, laughter and audience participation to an eggs-travaganza you are guaranteed to enjoy.

Whitley Bay Pantomime Society present the high flying panto ...

ALADDIN. Join them for another hilarious, laugh-a-minute show with all your favourite pantomime characters.

Head along to Twankey’s Laundry to join the Widow Twankey and her two sons Aladdin and Wishee Washee as they try and keep the family business afloat, Abanazar’s evil plans at bay and Aladdin’s head on his shoulders.

Phoenix Theatre, Blyth

The show runs from 7th – 15th December.

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The show runs from 10th – 19th January To book call 0191 292 9292 www.tynemouth-priory-theatre.com 10

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The show runs from 14th – 19th January.

To book call 0844 248 1588 www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk

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NORTH SHIELDS BUSINESS CHAMBER NEWS Work in Northumberland Square is underway

North Shields Town Centre Improvements Following the very successful improvements at the coast, in particular in Whitley Bay, one of the next areas of North Tyneside for further regeneration is North Shields town centre. This is, of course, being led by the Council. Funds for this need mostly to come from central Government sources and a great deal of work is being undertaken at present to prepare for the relevant applications. The initial plans are likely to concentrate on the retail and transport side of the centre and the links with the increasingly buoyant Fish Quay area.

Some changes are already taking place in the nonretail part of the centre. The work to convert the former Council Listed Buildings in Northumberland Square and to create more housing between the Square and Albion Road is progressing very fast. In anticipation of this becoming a more residential part of town, several new smart bars have opened recently and if Heritage Zone funding becomes available, further improvements to this historic part of town, which dates back to the time of George III, may prove possible.

The Chamber is assisting where it can in these plans. One suggestion which has come from a number of residents, via their local Councillor, is that the look of Bedford Street would be greatly improved by the addition of trees; we agree. We have yet to consider the practicalities of this, such as whether trees could be planted or would need to be in pots. And we have yet to consult local businesses on this suggestion.

Funding would need to come largely from the business community and the Chamber has agreed to start the fund with a small contribution. An artist’s impression of how this might look, drawn a few years ago, can be seen below.

Artist impression of Bedford

Street with the addition of trees

The Royal Quays area Developments are also afoot in the Royal Quays/ International Port area of North Shields.

Pride of place must go to Royal Quays Marina.

Runners up in 2015 and 2018, Royal Quays Marina was this year voted “Marina of Year, Coastal – over 250 berths” in the Yacht Harbour Association Awards – many congratulations to Matt and Brian and their team. And it was also announced that that Dean & Reddyhoff and Quay Marinas have merged, giving berth holders access to the UK’s second largest coastal marina group.

So as to ensure that the Port of Tyne continues to grow its very successful cruise ship operation, the Port is in the process of making some changes to the land around and opposite Northumbrian Quay (where the cruise ships dock), so as to allow better access for passenger buses and coaches and also to provide better car parking arrangements. As reported in the last edition of ABC South, the Council and the Chamber will continue to provide maps and guides to encourage passengers to spend more time in the local area.

Back up Coble Dene, between the EVO Football Centre and the Royal Quays Outlet Centre, a brand new active entertainment centre is being created, to be called Everyone Entertained. Work is expected to start soon and the planned opening is summer 2020. We are promised ropes, climbing, soft play, dinosaur golf, virtual paragliding, a quest room, an active arcade and food and drink.

Finally, Lane7, which already has a successful bowling alley in Newcastle, plans to open a second alley on Tyneside on the former Star Bowl site on Rotary Way, just off Coble Dene. If a licence is granted, they plan to open early in 2020 and indicate that 25 jobs will be created.

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AGE UK LAUNCHES GENERAL ELECTION MANIFESTO Group Chief Executive Dawn McNally of Age UK North Tyneside speaks out for older people in North Tyneside ahead of the General Election

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ge UK has launched its General Election manifesto calling on every political party to bring forward policies to help our older population with the greatest needs.

It comes as the Charity reveals shocking new research showing that the number of older people in England with some level of unmet care need now stands at 1.5 million.

This means one in seven (15%) of the entire 65+ population are now struggling without the help they depend on to carry out essential everyday tasks such as getting out of bed, going to the toilet, washing and getting dressed.

As well as social care, the manifesto highlights other important issues affecting older people that it says the next government must tackle, including poverty, ageism, poor housing, loneliness, and lack of access to healthcare.

Following the announcement of the 12th December General Election, the launch of the Charity’s manifesto calls on the next Government to secure the immediate future of care by investing at least £8 billion of public money over the next two years to stabilise existing services. It also says a new, much improved national care system must come into force thereafter.

Age UK believes this new system should include the following features: The risk of developing a need for care is pooled on a compulsory whole (adult) population basis, funded through taxation.

If you need care it is free at the point of use.

There is an independent, standardised national eligibility threshold and assessment process for accessing care.

Eligibility for care is set at a ‘moderate’ level to enable those in need of community and preventative support to get it.

The care and support needs of working age sick and disabled adults are included as well as those of older people.

More support is given to unpaid carers, including help to juggle work and care and more generous welfare benefits.

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Age UK has also found that by 2030, compared to the position in 2015: There could be 2.1 million older people who don’t get the care and support they need, if the current approach to funding and providing care remains as it is today.

The number of people aged over 65 will have risen by a quarter (24%) to 12.9 million There will be a third more (36%) older people aged 85+ living alone compared to today Compared to the position in 2015 the number of older people who will be using care services will increase by a third (33%), to just under a million.

In addition, the Charity says that by 2035 the numbers of older people with high dependency care needs will have increased by a third (33%).

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Dawn McNally, Group Chief Executive of Age UK North Tyneside said: “This General Election is a great opportunity for all political parties to commit to fix social care so every older person can live with dignity and get the support they need. This manifesto sets out how this can be achieved and as Group Chief Executive of Age UK North Tyneside I will work to raise the awareness of local candidates so they understand the needs of older people in North Tyneside and what they and the next government can do to help. Older people and their families have waited too long for a care system they can rely on and now is the time for action. ” Age UK North Tyneside, Bradbury Centre 13 Saville Street West, North Shields, NE29 6QP Tel: 0191 2808484 www.ageuk.org.uk/northtyneside

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Over the last few years we have seen a new type of pub spring up in local towns around the region - the micro pub. These welcome additions to local high streets offer drinkers a much-welcomed alternative to big chain venues or standard run of the mill pubs. Most micro pubs are independently run and support small local breweries fantastic for the region as a whole. Here are a selection...

Monkseaton: FRONT STREET TAP HOUSE Earlier this year Monkseaton welcomed the very cool Front Street Tap House, specialising in real ales and rum.

The micropub, based at 17b Front Street, is owner James Benson’s first venture, having decided to take control of his own destiny after he was made redundant from customer service roles. Mr Benson took over an empty unit on the front street and has turned it in to a fantastic addition to the coastal micro pub circuit.

17b Front Street, Monkseaton, NE25 8AQ Facebook: @fstaphouse

Whitley Bay: THE SPLIT CHIMP The Split Chimp opened early February 2019 and occupies one of the external units of the recently refurbished Spanish City, overlooking the promenade along the North Sea coast. The single room has a long bar counter facing the entrance with seating around 28

the periphery. The house beer from Errant Brewery is supplemented with an ever changing range of four beers sourced from near and far.

Unit 1, Spanish City Dome, Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1BG Facebook: @splitchimp

Whitley Bay: STORM CELLAR Storm Cellar is the ideal spot to discover new beers – with the added bonus of being able to take them home to enjoy as well.

Featuring 10 lines, which include Black Storm Brewery house cask ales, they also stock a great range of beers, ciders, wines and spirits from across the UK – offering you a selection of beers exclusive to Storm Cellar in the North East.

Enjoy comfy sofas alongside rustic, engaging charm, where everyone’s welcome.

10 York Road, Whitley Bay, Ne26 1Ab Facebook: @Whitleybaystormcellar

North Shields: ENIGMA TAP

Whitley Bay: THE DOG & RABBIT When the long standing ladies clothes shop Gabrielle, which used to occupy the premises, closed its doors, husband and wife team Tony and Julie Patton seized the opportunity to give Park View in Whitley Bay one of the things it was lacking and, after a major renovation, opened the doors to the Dog & Rabbit pub and micro-brewery.

Tony had been home-brewing for a number of years, and is a long time champion of real ale and supporting local brewery’s. He wanted to make the pub exactly that – a pub. No gimmicks, no loud music, no television, no flashing lights, just good old fashioned proper beer and proper craic!

The décor is ‘old school’ dark wood and deep rich red.

The seating was made to order from a local charity, and the mahogany counter was rescued from a Cumbrian hotel, all adding to the authentic feel of the pub.

36 Park View, Whitley Bay NE26 2TH Facebook: The Dog & Rabbit Micro Brew Pub

The Enigma Tap, a name inspired by Thomas Brown, of North Shields, who in 1942 retrieved documents from a sinking German U-Boat which were critical to cracking the Enigma Code, is North Shields first micro pub.

The pub, based on Bedford Street in the town centre, focus on sourcing local products and being environmentally friendly. They are using reclaimed wood for furniture and are committed to having a plastic-free operation. They support local breweries and have a wide selection of cask and keg offerings. Some of the most recent additions to the list include Northern IPA from Hadrian Border Brewery, Azacca Pale from the Almastybrewingco and the malty classic Red Gown from Firstandlastbrewery.

There is a selection of nibbles and food offerings, as well as various street food nights and their popular quiz nights. Keep updated with new beverages and what’s on on their Facebook page.

60 Bedford Street, North Shields NE29 0AL Facebook: @EnigmaTap ENIGMA TAP

Tynemouth: PLATFORM 2 As the name implies, this is sited on Platform 2 of Tynemouth Metro Station, in a former coffee house which originally was the station waiting room. The single rectangular room has a mix of perimeter and freestanding seating, and there is a free vintage style jukebox.

Board games are available, and there is an outside drinking area on the station concourse. Four handpumps offer beers from local breweries.

Tynemouth Station, Tynemouth, NE30 4RE Facebook: @platform2tm PLATFORM 2

Monkseaton: LEFT LUGGAGE ROOM Specialist craft beer pub in the heart of Monkseaton in the former Parcel and Left Luggage Room of Monkseaton Train Station, serving a selection of beers, wines, specialist spirits.

Access is directly from the southbound platform side. A single open plan room has the bar at one end and freestanding seating. In their words: “No alcopops, no cheap lagers, no televisions, just great drinks and great conversation, in a great building...”

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Spanish City’s Christmas calendar is jam packed full of fantastic events this year. With Christmas party nights, Sunday Lunch or Afternoon Tea with Santa and a New Year’s Eve Ball, Spanish City has something for everyone this Christmas.

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CHRISTMAS LUNCH WITH 1920’S JAZZ

Indulge in a three-tiered festive display of treats, while sitting under the splendour of the dome in the gallery or admiring the amazing sea views from the 1910 restaurant. Prices range from £25.00 - £32.50

Be transported back to the roaring twenties with the Christmas lunch with jazz this December. Step back in time and dance along to live jazz music from the 1920’s and 30’s, after enjoying a three-course meal with your friends. Adults £19.95

Available throughout the festive

AFTERNOON TEA WITH SANTA Saturday 7th, Saturday 14th, Saturday 21st December 12 noon-2pm

A magical afternoon tea with Santa is the perfect treat before Christmas for you and your little one. Adults and children can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, created by the Head Pastry Chef and then enjoy a visit from Mr Claus himself in the St Mary’s Lighthouse Suite. Adult £25.00, Child £12.00 (under 12).

SUNDAY LUNCH WITH SANTA

Sunday 1st, Sunday 8th, Sunday 15th, Sunday 22nd December 12-4pm

Get the whole family around the table for a festive three course Sunday Lunch and enjoy a visit from Santa Claus. Then grab your dancing shoes and head to the dance floor for the family disco, to make this a fun filled Sunday lunch this festive season. Parties of 5 or less will share a table of 10.

Adults - £19.95 Child - £10.95 (under 12)

Friday 13th, Friday 20th December 12-4pm

NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE BALL 31st December

Arrival 7pm dinner served 7.30pm 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 Celebrate the countdown to the New Year in style at the Masquerade Ball. Grab your masks, dress to impress and enjoy a night of great entertainment and an elegant five course dinner. You will enjoy a welcome cocktail, five course dinner, disco until 2am and a magician. £79.00 per person.

CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS

Whether it’s a special family get together, a well needed night out with friends or you’re treating the team for all of their hard work this year; the St Mary’s Lighthouse Suite at Spanish City is the perfect venue to host any fun and festive occasion. The suite has unique sea views and can cater for parties of 10 to 120 guests. Thursdays Tribute nights, include, Abba (5 Dec), Motown (12 Dec) and Michael Bublé (19 Dec).

For more details on all events please visit www.spanishcity.co.uk Spanish City Plaza, Whitley Bay, NE26 1BG Tel: 0191 691 7090

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CHRISTMAS DINING

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Christmas is a time for family and friends to indulge in delicious food and winter tipples.

With this in mind, here are six of the best local venues to help you celebrate the festive season in style.

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HINNIES

STAITH HOUSE

31 The Quay is situated right on the bank of the Tyne at Smiths Dock in North Shields, and is headed by the acclaimed executive chef Andrew Wilkinson. Situated within yards of the ferry landing, the restaurant is situated in an idyllic setting, in a ground-floor brown apartment block with ships and boats passing the window throughout the day. Every seat offers the diner an unrivalled view of the river and it’s traffic.

The restaurant is accessible to everyone and provides customers with a comfortable welcoming atmosphere in surroundings reflecting the history of the location.

The restaurant is owned by Andy Hook who also runs the multi-award winning Blackfriars Restaurant in Newcastle, together with local entrepreneur, David Townsley.

Hinnies is inspired by Andy and Dave’s passion for a good plate of freshly-cooked food served in a relaxed and informal setting.

Their menus feature Geordieinfluenced classic dishes, made properly from scratch, and using local and seasonal produce to give a real taste of our beloved North East. Expect nothing less form their Christmas menus!

The beach at North Shields is a stone’s throw away from this award winning local venue, and perfect for a post-meal stroll. Make sure you book ahead though, as the Staith House’s fame is spreading fast. The team at the Staith House would love to invite you to celebrate the Festive Season in their relaxed and informal surroundings. The is the ideal place to Eat, Drink and be Merry this Christmas, with a fabulous Festive Menu, packed with traditional favourites alongside the chef’s own special choices.

Christmas Fayre Dates: 27th November - 24th December Prices: varying depending upon the dish. Full details are on their website.

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Christmas Fayre Prices: Lunch £17 for 2 courses, £22 for 3 courses. Dinner £19 for 2 courses, £24 for 3 courses 10 East Parade, Whitley Bay, NE26 1AP Tel: 0191 447 0500 www.hinnies.co.uk

Christmas Fayre Dates: 2nd until 22nd December Prices: 3 courses - £28.00 per head 57 Low Lights, North Shields, NE30 1JA Tel: 0191 270 8441 www.thestaithhouse.co.uk

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MONKSEATON ARMS

The Monkseaton Arms is a warm, friendly pub with a modern feel and a charming history, did you know it was originally a monastery with a brewery run by the residing monks?

The team at the Monkseaton Arms always pull out all the stops at this time of year, and are already hard at work making sure that the festive season will be full of sizzle and sparkle. Their fantastic 3-course Festive Menu will be available from 18th November to 31st December and, for Christmas Day, they offer an exclusive 3-course menu created especially for the big day. What’s more, to make this Christmas something to remember, they’ll even have a complimentary glass of Bucks Fizz waiting for you on arrival!

Loca opened in 2017 and has quickly established itself in the North East for Latin American food, inventive cocktails, and live entertainment.

Based on South Parade in Whitley Bay, the Loca brand has quickly developed its reputation and has become synonymous with great food, excellent service and live entertainment, whilst also becoming a strong family favourite.

If you fancy something a little bit different this festive season, why not give Loca a try? You can download their full Christmas brochure from their website, there’s so much going on in December and it is well worth a visit!

Christmas Fayre Dates: 27th November – 24th December Prices: Mon-Thurs 3 courses £17.95 Fri-Sun 3 courses £19.95 46-50 South Parade, Whitley Bay NE26 2RQ. Tel: 0191 2524040 www.loca-latin.com

Christmas Fayre Dates: 8th Nov to 31st December Price: £14.49 Front Street, Monkseaton NE25 8DP themonkseatonarmswhitleybay.co.uk

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SIX RESTAURANT @ THE BALTIC Six rooftop restaurant offers breath taking panoramic views of Newcastle’s Quayside and cityscape from the top floor of BALTIC. Arguably one of the most picturesque restaurants on Newcastle Quayside, diners are offered a modern British inspired menu which is centred around simplicity, seasonality and sustainability.

At this time of year they have a fabulous range of festive offerings, serving a traditional fayre menu throughout December as well as Christmas Afternoon Tea, a Christmas Day menu and a New Year’s Eve Supper.

Christmas Fayre Dates: 2nd – 24th & 27th-30th December. Prices: Lunch 2 course £20, 3 course £25 Dinner: 2 course £25, 3 course £30 (before 7pm) South Shore Road, Gateshead Quays, Newcastle NE8 3BA www.sixbaltic.com

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Dawn McNally Age UK North Tyneside Chief Executive and Dean Titterton YMCA North Tyneside Chief Executive

£300,000 TO HELP LOCAL PEOPLE BUILD HEALTHY HABITS H

undreds of North Tyneside residents will get extra help to make lifestyle changes and reduce their risk of preventable diseases, thanks to a £299,705 grant to Age UK North Tyneside and YMCA North Tyneside.

The three-year award from NHS North Tyneside Clinical Commissioning Group will enable the groups to develop a Healthy Habits scheme helping older people and young adults to make lifestyle changes around issues like unhealthy diets, alcohol, smoking and physical inactivity.

‘Healthy Habits’ is an early intervention service, supporting people to take control of their own health, and make sustainable lifestyle changes. The service will be aimed at younger people entering adulthood, and adults entering older age, recognising the importance of life transitions for all of us.

Dawn McNally, Group Chief Executive for Age UK North Tyneside, said: “We have consulted older people across the borough and they have told us their health, social interaction and independence is their priority as they get older.

“The Healthy Habits service will enable us to support people over 50 as they manage this transition into later life. The activities we will help people to support each other in making lifestyle changes, while learning new skills in a social atmosphere.

“We are thrilled to have the service starting in early

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2020, working with YMCA North Tyneside. We would also like to thank North Tyneside CCG for providing grants so that local organisations can support their priorities for improving the health and wellbeing of North Tyneside residents.”

Dean Titterton, Chief Executive Officer for YMCA North Tyneside, said: “Over the past 18 months, we have been working with young people to identify their biggest concerns and shape our plans for the future.

“Time after time, health was raised as one of the most pressing issues. Health affects every aspect of a young person’s life – from education to employment and relationships, good physical, mental health and emotional wellbeing has a huge impact.

“We are really excited about this new funding and the chance to empower more young people to become healthier in body, mind and spirit.”

The scheme is one of nine projects to benefit from grants announced by NHS North Tyneside CCG earlier this month.

Dr Richard Scott, a local GP and the CCG’s Clinical Chair, said: “Community and voluntary organisations in North Tyneside can make a real difference to people’s health and wellbeing.

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CHRISTMAS RECIPES

Pull-Apart

CHEESE SCONE CHRISTMAS WREATH ¹ 35 mins

 15 servings

This pull-apart cheese scone wreath is ideal for festive buffets

☛ Cook’s tip:

When cutting out the scones, avoid twisting the cutter – this will help them to rise better.

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INGREDIENTS ★ 450g self-raising flour ★1 ⁄ 2 tsp salt ★ 2 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary ★ 110g chilled Lurpak® Slightly Salted Butter, cut into pieces ★ 300g mature grated Cheddar cheese ★ 1 large egg ★ 200ml milk, plus extra for brushing ★ Rosemary sprigs, to garnish ★ Olives, to serve

METHOD

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C/fan oven 200°C/ Gas Mark 7. Grease 2 large baking sheets.

2. Sift the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped rosemary and stir it in. Rub in the chilled Lurpak® Slightly Salted butter with your fingertips until the mixture looks like fine breadcrumbs. Stir in about three-quarters of the cheese.

3 Beat the egg and milk together, then stir it into the mixture with a knife. Bring the dough together with your hand, then turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for a few moments until smooth.

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1hr 20mins 8 servings

RUM CHRISTMAS CAKE MUFFINS These mini Christmas cakes are utterly delicious – moist, fruity and full of flavour – and just the perfect size!

INGREDIENTS

4. Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 3cm, then use a small (3-4cm) cutter to stamp out the scones, re-rolling the dough as necessary. Arrange 15-16 scones an overlapping circle on one baking sheet. Put any remaining scones on the second baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little milk and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Bake for 12-15 minutes until risen and golden.

5. Leave to cool for a few minutes. Garnish the wreath with rosemary sprigs and serve while warm, with olives and extra Lurpak® Slightly Salted butter.

★ 150g currants ★ 150g sultanas ★ 150g raisins ★ 100g glace cherries, halved ★ 100ml dark rum ★ 100g Lurpak® Unsalted butter ★ 100g dark muscovado sugar ★ 2 eggs, beaten ★ Grated zest & juice of 1 orange ★ 150g plain flour ★ Pinch salt ★ 1 tsp ground mixed spice ★ 50g caster sugar ★ Pecan halves, blanched almonds & glace cherries, to decorate

METHOD

1. Put the currants, sultanas, raisins and glace cherries into a bowl.

Add the rum, stirring well. Cover and leave in a cool place for up to 2 days, though at least overnight.

This plumps up the fruit to make the muffins deliciously moist.

2. Preheat the oven to 160°C/ fan oven 140°C/Gas Mark 3. Put 8 paper or foil muffin cases into a muffin tin.

3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the Lurpak® Unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using a wooden spoon or hand-held electric mixer. Gradually add the eggs, beating well between each addition. Stir in the orange zest and orange juice. (Don’t worry if the mixture curdles).

4. Sift the flour, salt and mixed spice into the bowl, folding them through with a large metal spoon.

Add the soaked dried fruits and stir thoroughly. Share the mixture between the muffin cases. Bake for 50 minutes in the centre of the oven. Cool completely.

5. Put the caster sugar into a saucepan with 100ml water. Heat gently to dissolve, then boil for 1- 2 minutes. Brush over the cakes and arrange the nuts and cherries on top. Brush again with the glaze – be careful as the glaze is really hot!

☛ Cook’s tip:

Brandy could be used instead of rum – the choice is yours!

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As soon as you walk through the doors of this thoughtfully designed home, you and your guests can be sure of a warm welcome from one of our friendly team. The home’s high-quality facilities include landscaped gardens, hair salon, comfortable social areas and spacious dining rooms.

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NEWCASTLE CHRISTMAS MARKET Saturday 16 November – Tuesday 24 December

2019 sees Newcastle’s first proper Christmas Market! As well as the usual food stalls, this year Newcastle will play host to over 70 independent retail stalls, a variety of live entertainment as well as festive fun for all the family, For the first time ever the Christmas market will not only be based at Grey’s Monument, but also extended to Blackett Street and Northumberland Street, with the yuletide takeover starting on Saturday 16 November 2019. Shopping stalls and attractions will then be open until Tuesday 24 December 2019, while the street food and drink offering will remain open until New Year's Eve (Tuesday 31 December 2019).

Embrace the festive feel with a cosy wander around Newcastle's Christmas Market and your senses will be overwhelmed with the smell of food and drink from around the world as well as finding gifts for loved ones (and some for you too!)

The market will play host to over 70 market stalls, bringing a great variety to the event. The independent traders have been carefully chosen in order to offer quality and diversity to Christmas shoppers. The market has something for everyone, including artisan cheeses, homemade chutneys, mead, jewellery, scents, fashion, retro style, eco art and home accessories to offer the discerning visitor.

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Not to mention the mouth-watering food on offer, expect gourmet ingredients and a taste of Europe.

Visitors will be able to delight their taste buds with a currywurst from Germany, waffles from Holland, paella from Spain and crepes – both sweet and savoury from France plus a whole lot more!

There will be more festive fun in store than ever for visitors in the city centre with exciting new attractions including: • A thrilling 30m toboggan slide where riders can whizz down Blackett Street in tubes.

• A beautiful, traditiona l carousel will also be on Blackett Street.

• A novel Helter Skelter bar will be at the Christmas Market, allowing parents to relax with a mulled wine, spiced cider or luxury hot chocolate.

• Soak up the atmosphere in the brand new, cosy ski lodge themed bar, Après Ski which will be serving drinks throughout the festive period.

• Offerings from local traders and retailers.

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DURHAM CHRISTMAS MARKET Friday 29 November – Sunday 1 December

Durham's award-winning Traditional Christmas Festival will return from Friday 29th November 2019 for three days, with a wide range of festive entertainment for all the family in and around the World Heritage Site of the Cathedral and the Castle and throughout the City Centre.

The huge heated Craft and Gift Marquee on Palace Green will feature over 180 stalls across all three days of the event. It's open Friday 29th November from 10am to 6pm, Saturday 30th November from 9am to 6pm and Sunday 1st December from 10am to 4:30pm. At the entrance, tickets for the Craft and Gift Marquee will cost £4.

In the Cloisters of Durham Cathedral, discover a Regional Food and Drink Producers' Market featuring more than 30 traders. It's open Friday 29th November from 10am to 5pm, Saturday 30th November from 9am to 5pm and Sunday 1st December from 12 noon to 4.30pm.

No tickets are required for this market, but you may wish to make a donation to Durham Cathedral.

In Durham Cathedral, Carols for all services take place on both Saturday and Sunday. Weekend entertainment on Palace Green, between the Cathedral and the Castle, will include a static falconry display, storytelling, a children’s entertainer, and Father Christmas's Festive Grotto.

Additionally, there will be plenty of local entertainers and musicians throughout the city centre. Durham is a beautiful setting for a day out at any time of the year, but it is extra special at Christmas market time!

HEXHAM CHRISTMAS MARKET Saturday 14 December 9:00 am – 3.00 pm

The stunning Christmas market, which is back again on Saturday 14th December is all set within the footprint of the impressive Hexham Abbey.

There are lots of stalls selling gifts, arts, crafts, Christmas wreaths, as well as local foods and produce.

To add to the festive feel there is mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, Santa and his (real-life) reindeer and Christmas music - Everything a Christmas market should be and more!

YORK CHRISTMAS MARKET

Thursday 14 November – Sunday 22 December Soak up the medieval charm of York at Christmas with a variety of markets and Christmas events.

York’s Christmas Market, St Nicholas Fair, won Best Large Speciality Market at the Great British Market Awards in 2019, and York was also voted the UK's Most Festive City in 2017.

Get in the Christmas spirit as you wander the St Nicholas Christmas Fair in the centre of Parliament Street before going off the beaten track to find York's hidden retail gems.

Take a leisurely stroll along St Nicholas Fair and soak up the festive atmosphere, as you discover fine Yorkshire produce from crafters and makers showcased at the Made in Yorkshire Yuletide Village. If you’re looking for more traditional Christmas gifts, don’t forget to wander amongst the many alpine chalets on Parliament Street.

The Shambles Market has a diverse selection of traders and unique crafts. Just around the corner is the iconic Shambles itself which is the perfect place to pick up a York souvenir or wizarding memorabilia.

Head down to Kings Square and experience all the fun of the fair, and don't miss the opportunity to slide down a good old fashioned Helter Skelter.

Sample festive food and drink at the St Sampson’s Square rustic Yorkshire Barn with delicious treats including hot chestnuts and glasses of warming mulled wine.

CARLISLE CHRISTMAS MARKET Saturday 30 November – Sunday 8 December

Carlisle city centre will stage an open-air festive market between Saturday 30 November and Sunday 8 December.

The chalets will be based outside the Old Town Hall and will include a wide range of food, drink and gifts. The Market is open 9.30-5.30 most days, with a late night on Thursday 5th December. Sunday opening times are 11-4.

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FOOD

If you’re the one cooking the Christmas lunch, shop local to help reduce food miles.

Buying produce that is in season also helps. Winter greens such as cabbages and sprouts are virtually grown on the doorstep and are in season during the winter months. Consider buying organic too where possible, as no pesticides will have been used.

If you really want to be eco-friendly you could go meat free with a nut roast. Meat production is said to contribute to high levels of methane and nitrous oxide.

Don’t over buy food either. If you’re realistic about what you need there will be less waste. It’s only one day after all - and the shops will be open again on Boxing Day. Make the most of left-overs, such as the turkey carcass, which can be used as a stock for soups, or make some turkey sandwiches, soup or bubble and squeak.

Visit www.lovefoodhatewaste.com for ideas. Make sure wine or champage has real cork stoppers, which can also be used as firelighters.

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Go for a real tree if you can. A real tree not only smells fantastic, but it’s totally recyclable – unlike a fake tree. If you do buy a fake tree, go for one you know you’ll use year after year to get your money’s worth, and avoid unnecessary waste.

If you really want to be green, why not make your own decorations by collecting pine cones, tying ribbons to sprigs of holly and bake gingerbread cookies to hang from the tree? Bunting made from second hand textiles can also add some festive cheer. Ditch the glitter too – that the sparkly stuff is rubbish for the environment. It’s not good for sea life – so if you have to have a bit of twinkle in your celebrations, shop around for a biodegradable alternative.

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When you’re wrapping presents, shy away from sparkly, plastic-y wrapping paper – this can’t be recycled. Instead, get creative and wrap presents in recyclable brown paper and reusable festive ribbon (see image above).

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Recycling is so important at this time of year. Christmas cards that don’t have glitter or glue on them can be recycled in your grey bin. Turn those that can’t be recycled into gift tags for next year!

Recycle used batteries. Many supermarkets have collection bins or you can pick up a free recycling bag from your local Customer First Centre. These bags can be sealed and placed in your recycling caddy on top of any glass. Or better still, invest in rechargeable batteries and stop using single use batteries altogether.

Large biscuit and sweet tins can be reused for storage or recycle them in the main section of your bin, just make sure they’re completely empty and free from plastic and tape etc.

If it isn’t shiny metallic or coated in glitter and stays in a ball when scrunched up in your hand then it can go in your recycling bin. All other wrapping and bows or foil should go in your rubbish bin.

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