Bridge Northumberland is a voluntary programme to help people living in Northumberland who are out of work and aged 16+ to overcome barriers to training, education and work.

We help by giving you one to one support from a dedicated Bridge worker who’ll be with you every step of the way to improving your confidence, developing your skills and moving towards employment.

Our support is free and fully funded. The programme is completely voluntary and for anyone who is:

• Aged 16 years not in education or training
• 18 to 67 and unemployed or economically inactive
• Lives in Northumberland
• Despite the ongoing impact of COVID-19, we are still offering our support to people across Northumberland who want help to seek work, training or start job searching.

  We are beginning to meet people face-to-face where appropriate, and are continuing to offer support using the phone, video chats, emails, texts and postal methods. Please get in touch to find out more.

  Call 01670 858688

  Email bridgereferral@northumberlandcva.org.uk

  Text Send the message ‘BRIDGE’ to 07393 796 522 and receive a callback

  Refer yourself – Sign up online

  Speak to Clair Parker, Beneficiary and Engagement Officer
  T: 07393 796522

Bridge Northumberland is a voluntary programme to help people living in Northumberland who are out of work and aged 16+ to overcome barriers to training, education and work.

We help by giving you one to one support from a dedicated Bridge worker who’ll be with you every step of the way to improving your confidence, developing your skills and moving towards employment.

Our support is free and fully funded. The programme is completely voluntary and for anyone who is:

• Aged 16 years not in education or training
• 18 to 67 and unemployed or economically inactive
• Lives in Northumberland

A Bridge worker would work-one to-one with you, creating with you a personal action plan based on your individual needs and interests.  Bridge can help people to grow in confidence, gain connection with professional friends and peers as well as finding opportunities to volunteer and make positive supported steps towards training, education and employment.

This personalised support can include;

•         Financial MOT including benefits & debt advice

•         Digital inclusion with some access to free devices

•         Counselling

•         Social inclusion

•         Skills building, training and education

•         Confidence coaching

•         Supported bespoke volunteering opportunities

•         Careers guidance and job search support

Northumbrian Road, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 1XZ

Headteacher: Jane Ramsay

Primary school for  451 pupils aged from 3 to 11

CVABV provides advice, information, training and support for VCS groups across the Blyth Valley area.

Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

This short online Coronavirus course provides an understanding of what coronavirus is, and how to reduce the risk of acquiring or spreading the infection in the workplace.

Cost £12

Duration 45 minutes

Provided by echo3education

Full details and information on other courses HERE

Westloch Rd, Cramlington NE23 6LW

Headteacher: Paul Rusby

A Church of England school for children aged from 4 to 11. Pupils: 357

For people no longer in full time work.

We have a monthly meeting at the Doxford Methodist Church with a speaker and refreshments, but also have many interest groups which are run in various locations by our own members.

More details and contact form on website: https://u3asites.org.uk/cramlington/home

Cost £16.00 per annum.

Highburn,  Northumberland,  NE23 6BN

Headteacher: Mrs Wendy Heslop

Cramlington Learning village is divided into three distinct areas. The Junior Learning Village (JLV) for years 7 and 8, the Senior Learning Village (SLV) for years 9 to 11 and the Advanced Learning Village (ALV) for years 12 and 13.

Active Northumberland operate Sporting Club Cramlington in partnership with Cramlington Learning Village.

Bowmont Dr, Cramlington NE23 2SP

Debbie Wylie: Head Teacher

Cramlington Village Primary School is an academy school established as part of the ‘free school’ agenda.

The work at Cramlington Voluntary Youth Project is focused on offering a range of opportunities than can further the social and personal development of young people. We provide a safe and friendly venue that meets the changing needs and desires of young people with differing ages and abilities.

Durham Road, Northburn Lea, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 3ST

Headteacher: Emma Beeston

Primary school with 197 pupils between the ages of 3-11

Whitelea Glade, Cramlington NE23 6BL

Headteacher: Jacqueline Mowat

A 3 – 11 primary school with places for 420 children, plus a 104 place nursery

Helix Arts is a team of experienced and talented Creative Producers committed to improving cultural and social inclusion.

We’re a not for profit creative business who work with artists, in partnership with other organisations, to create opportunities for people to participate in the arts.

Our work spans art forms including visual arts, filmmaking, creative writing, graphic design,animation, street dance, music and DJ-ing as well as photography, drama and textiles.

We work with people of all abilities, of all ages.

We welcome approaches from groups, organisations and individuals who want to collaborate with us.

Monday to Friday 9am-5pm,

Cheryl Gavin (Director)

Our staff are currently working from home due to the pandemic, so to contact us please call the mobile number listed as the landline is out of action.

We’re finding creative ways to deliver our programmes during the Covid19 pandemic, and many of our projects have moved online.

East View Avenue, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 1DY

Headteacher: Andrea Mead

Hillcrest is an 11-19 Special School for children with complex needs

Learnyay helps adults find free education courses and training by connecting them with ESFA and local authority funded colleges, schools and training providers in their area.

Room hire £19 per hour

Any booking or info needed please ring 01670 737380

A training company based in Blyth delivering training for 16 – 18 year-olds through study and traineeship programmes.

They support young people from Blyth, Ashington, Cramlington, Bedlington, Morpeth and beyond and also offer training for 19+ learners some funded and some self funded.

Monday – Friday 8.30 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.

The company have continued to deliver training to young people throughout the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown.

They have used online platforms and all learners who were engaged at this time have successfully completed and passed qualifications.

Whilst the training centre is based in Blyth, they also offer training in other areas if groups of 10 or above are taking part.

They are happy to discuss this outreach work at any time.

Horton Drive, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 3QS

Headteacher:  Clare Scott

A community school with 363 pupils between the ages of 3-11

A small creative charity working with people with learning disabilities and mental health issues.

At the Management Centre in Manor Walks, Monday and Tuesday, 10am-3pm.

At the Community Allotment, Lanercost Park, Wednesday and Thursday 10am-3pm.

Opportunity Knocks (North East) CIC is a small garden / craft activity project based out of the Briardale House venue.

They are a Community Interest Company (CIC) funded by Big Lottery, Tesco Bags and Community Chest.

They work with people who have mental health issues and are looking to develop work they started prior to Covid-19 working with refugees looking to develop their English through volunteer work in the garden centre.

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.

COVID-19 UPDATE

Our staff have been furloughed during lockdown but we are aiming to get up and running again very soon, we will however, have to change the way we work, the number of people able to access the site at the same time, one way systems in place etc in order to comply with government guidelines and keep everyone safe.

TEMPORARILY CLOSED BECAUSE OF CORONAVIRUS

Contact:  Robin Harper-Coulson,  6th Dan AMA Coach Assessor

Thursdays

6.00-7.00pm Mixed class up to Blue belt

7.00-8.00pm Mixed Fitness class any Adult, Children Purple belt and above

Weekly sessions designed for people with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairment.

Service users and their carers will be able to participate in a range of stimulating and purposeful activities that promote good physical health and mental wellbeing, such as crafts, cookery, nature-based activities, games, puzzles and gentle exercise sessions whilst maintaining their socialising skills.

Prices
Currently £12 for Clients, inc lunch
£4.50 for Carers having lunch

Day/Time
COVID UPDATE – Due to current COVID restrictions and following government guidelines, we are not currently operating. We will closely monitor updates to rules and restrictions, and will update our website and social media platforms with upcoming activities.

Location
Beaconhill Community Centre,
Langdale Drive,
Beaconhill Glade,
Cramlington
NE23 8EH

Booking
Margaret Facey
07500033349
margaret.facey@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk

Contact Margaret Facey

Website
https://www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk/

Bright Red aim to improve the lives and treatment of people with blood cancer across the north of England.

Their headquarters are at the Northern Centre for Cancer Care, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne and now they are delighted to announce they will be holding monthly craft sessions at the Community Hub @ Cramlington (formerly the Your Link building)

These monthly sessions will include a range of activities such as arts, crafts, restoration, crochet and more…

They are open to patients, carers and family members of anyone affected by blood cancer.

The monthly dates for these sessions will be announced on their social media accounts.

Although we were established in 1931, we are a modern group for all ages. Join us for laughter and friendship as we lean new skills, how things work and about our local area. Join us for adventure, education, outings and challenges galore.

It isn’t all jam and Jerusalem!

Our main meeting is every 2nd Wednesday of the month at The Hub.

Other groups include:

The Classy Crafter, every 2nd Monday of the month, £1 supplement.

Literary Ladies, every 3rd Monday of the month.

Beaujolais Babes, last Wednesday of the month.

Carers Northumberland is a charity dedicated to improving the lives of carers by responding to the needs of carers, informing carers of their rights and entitlements, supporting carers to access help for the person they care for, reducing the social isolation that so many carers feel and empowering carers to have a voice.

Details about all our carers groups and workshops can be found on our newsletter and on our Facebook page. Carers can register themselves on our website, via telephone or professional referrals can be made on their behalf to Carers Northumberland

We meet at the Community Hub at Cramlington

Last Thursday of every month 1pm – 2pm

A non-audition Community Choir for the residents of Cramlington.
If you enjoy singing, we would love to have you in our choir!
Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to join and you don’t need to be able to read music.  Our repertoire is wide ranging, from traditional songs to modern-day classics.

There is a weekly fee of £4.00.

Meeting at The  Community Hub (next to Concordia)

Please email cram.choir@icloud.com for more information about how to become a member.

Healthwise is a women’s group whose aim is to promote health and wellbeing.

They meet weekly and enjoy a varied programme of speakers, quizzes and entertainment.

They also aim to inform members about organisations relating to health and social issues.

This is done with friendly chats over a cuppa in a warm and welcoming environment.

They meet every Thursday morning between 10.30am and 12.30pm on the second floor of The Hub.

At present we have a waiting list for anyone wishing to join the group.

Ballet and Theatre Jazz classes based at Concordia Leisure centre ages 4-11

Thursdays 4.30-6.30 -ages 3-11

Contact via email or Facebook

Forum Way, Cramlington NE23 6YB

CENTRE OPENING HOURS

Little Learners Northumberland! We run Messy Play & Mark Making classes in Cramlington & Morpeth.

From September onwards, little Learners Northumberland will be running two days a week in Cramlington. 

Suitable for ages 5months to 5 years. Book only via the little Learners Northumberland website.

We offer a safe, welcoming girl-only space for girls and young women to try new things, help other people and discover their passions and talents. All while having fun with a ready-made group of friends!

We’re dedicated to girls leading the way – they choose the activities, challenges and events that inspire them, and our volunteers support them to make it happen. Because girls shape and lead everything we do, we know that we’re offering the best opportunities and experiences for girls today.

Normally we meet Tuesday  7-8.30 pm  term time only but because of COVID-19  we are unable to meet face-to-face so are having weekly whats app and zoom meetings.  We have outdoor meetings in the early evening and at weekend.

Community provision – foodbank, school uniforms, nursery equipment and clothing.

Also a venue for bereavement support, craft group and job club.

Organised through Cramlington Parish social ministry.

Monday-Friday 10-4.

If anyone you know needs a food parcel they need to be referred by an agency such as Citizens Advice, the Job Centre and a Health Professional.

Members of Townswomen’s Guilds offer each other support and stability  with each member benefiting from a strong national movement that has remained a cornerstone for thousands of women across the UK.

Meeting at the Community Hub in Cramlington

Every 2nd Thursday of the month at 7-9pm

A small creative charity working with people with learning disabilities and mental health issues.

At the Management Centre in Manor Walks, Monday and Tuesday, 10am-3pm.

At the Community Allotment, Lanercost Park, Wednesday and Thursday 10am-3pm.

Manor Walks Shopping and Leisure is Cramlington’s leading shopping destination with over 100 High Street outlets, independent boutiques and eateries open seven days a week.

 The centre has everything you need for a complete day out so you can shop, dine and relax with retailers including Boots, Dorothy Perkins, New Look, JD Sports, Claire’s and an adjoining retail park with units including Next, Argos and TK Maxx.

 The centre has a wide variety of modern dining choices on offer such as Nando’s, Frankie & Benny’s and Sambuca or if you prefer something lighter, why not try one of the independent cafes including Kitchen and Bettini’s. Manor Walks is also home to the only multiplex VUE cinema in the county which includes the largest screen in the North East featuring all the latest blockbuster movies.

 For more information about Manor Walks follow @ManorWalks on Facebook, Twitter and Instragram or visit the website http://www.manorwalks.co.uk

The times below are for the Manor Walks Shopping and Leisure. For individual store opening hours please check the shops directory.

Weekly Opening Times

• Monday: 8:00am – 8:30pm
• Tuesday: 8:00am – 8:30pm
• Wednesday: 8:00am – 8:30pm
• Thursday: 8:00am – 8:30pm
• Friday: 8:00am – 8:30pm
• Saturday: 8:00am – 8:30pm
• Sunday: 9:30am – 4:30pm

Cramlington Rockets RFLC are the largest rugby league club within the North East and have teams at all age groups between 5-year-old to adult.

Wednesday 6-7pm

Saturday 9-12 noon depending on age group

Coast £12.50 pcm or £100 one-off payment

Email Steve on rocketscommunity@gmail.com for further information

Facebook Group

Newcastle Eagles Community Foundation basketball club in Cramlington

Sessions:

Under 12s & 14s – Wednesday – 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Under 16s & 18s – Wednesday – 8:00pm – 9:30pm

Under 10s – Wednesday 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Participants  have to create an account on our nest via, nest.newcastle-eagles.com to book a “Free Taster Session”.

Taylor Rendles

Administration Officer

Eagles Community Foundation

Tel: 0191 245 3881

TEMPORARILY CLOSED BECAUSE OF CORONAVIRUS

Contact:  Robin Harper-Coulson,  6th Dan AMA Coach Assessor

Sunday

10.00am-11.00am Little Ninja’s

10.00am-11.00am New Adults Beginners Class (Separate Area)

11.00am-12.00pm Mixed Class

Tuesday

6.00-7.00pm Mixed class up to Blue belt

7.00-8.00pm Mixed class Purple belt and above