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
Local Primary School with onsite Nursery – providing education for children aged 3-11.
“We are a Beach School – this means we take a class to the beach almost every day to deliver the curriculum through outdoor learning. YOU MAY HAVE SEEN OUR MINIBUS PARKED AT THE COAST OR ON OUR WAY TO THE BEACH. To enquire about a place for your child or find out more please email: admin@beaconhill.northumberland.sch.uk”
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.
| Monday | 9am- 8pm |
| Tuesday | 9am-9pm |
| Wednesday | 9am-8pm |
| Thursday | 9am-9pm |
| Friday | 9am-9pm |
| Saturday | Events & Residentials |
| Sunday | Events & Residentials |
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.
A friendly tennis club based at Alexandra Park in Cramlington. All welcome and all abilities catered for.
Cramlington Community Tennis Programme has tennis for all ages and abilities. Players can access tennis as a member, key holder and non-member so there is something for everyone.
Our structured coaching sessions run on various days throughout the year. Take a look at our website to see our busy programme.
For further information or to book onto any of our courses/activities please contact CCTP Head Coach Phil Barron on 07711479026 or admin@cramtennis.co.uk
We have put in place strict covid-19 conditions of playing tennis at Alexandra Park. Full details appear on our website.
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
Re COVID-19 : At the moment we are unable to run the basketball club due to NGB and government advice
Wednesday 18:00 – 19:00 U10s
Wednesday 19:00 – 20:00 U12s & U14s
Wednesday 20:00 – 21:30 U16s & U18s
Fun structured sport sessions for 2-5 year old boys and girls.
Weekly sessions designed to help children learn to play a variety of sports that develop their social, mental and physical skills.
Part of Cramlington Rockets rugby league club and led by their award-winning coaches.
07984630083 Steve Beaty
http://www.cramlingtonrockets.co.uk/
£25 for 6 weeks or £5 per session
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
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.
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.
Local Primary School with onsite Nursery – providing education for children aged 3-11.
“We are a Beach School – this means we take a class to the beach almost every day to deliver the curriculum through outdoor learning. YOU MAY HAVE SEEN OUR MINIBUS PARKED AT THE COAST OR ON OUR WAY TO THE BEACH. To enquire about a place for your child or find out more please email: admin@beaconhill.northumberland.sch.uk”
A community sports club that gives boys from the age of 4 the chance to try football and get involved in group activities and team sports. Players can go on to play for our men or ladies teams or choose to coach or referee. The club currently has 57 teams and over 700 players.
Prices
Maximum cost of £20 per month for those playing in teams which includes all associated costs such as strip and 3G training. Discounts for siblings, training only, etc.
Multiple teams and various locations. Please go to website for full details.
Based at Northburn Sports & Community Centre and Eastfield Playing Fields.
For all footballing matters please contact Kevin Hastings:
email: football@cramlingtonunitedfc.co.uk
Telephone: 07930 925140
Website
http://www.cramlingtonunitedfc.co.uk
Facebook
Cramlington United Football Club
Twitter
@CramlingtonUtd
@CrammyTheLion
Instagram
cramlingtonunitedofficial
Crowhall Lane, Cramlington, NE23 3YP
CENTRE OPENING HOURS
Monday: 8.00am – 8.00pm
Tuesday: 9.00am – 9.30pm (staffed until 6.00pm)
Wednesday: 8.00am – 8.30pm (staffed until 6.00pm)
Thursday: 10.00am – 8.30pm (staffed until 7.30pm)
Friday: 8.00am – 6.00pm
Saturday: 9.00am – 12.00pm (open longer if football match)
Sunday: 9.00am – 10.00pm (open longer if football match)
Residents Association, covering all aspects of life on Southfield Estates
Cramlington Town Football Club is a FA Charter Standard Community Club providing football opportunities for boys and girls from the age of four years old through to senior level. The Club prides itself on welcoming all children and young people, regardless of their current sporting ability to learn football in a safe, secure and supportive environment.
The club operates seven days per week with different age team training on different nights. Contact for specific information.
Teams play either a Saturday or Sunday.
East Hartford Pavilion NE23 3AU (summer training)
Cramlington Sporting Club, NE23 6BN (games and winter training)
W Hartford Business Park, Cramlington NE23 3JP
Providing community activities and venue hire in East Hartford, Cramlington.
Cramlington Man Shed aims to bring together a community of local people to help fight against loneliness, providing a safe place and home away from home for anyone who needs it.
If you or a family member is in need of some socialisation or are just wanting to get involved in your community then the Man Shed is perfect for you.
All you have to do is get in touch or take a walk down to the Shed where you will be greeted by other locals creating, building and having a great time!
The workshop is fully equipped and insured.
Unit 24, Endeavour Park, Baker Rd, Cramlington NE23 1XA
Monday 6pm-8pm
Tuesday 10am-3pm
Wednesday 10am-3pm
Thursday 10am-3pm
Michelle Perkins is a 200 hour qualified Yoga teacher . She teaches vinyasa style yoga , which pairs each movement with a breath and caters for individual or group classes and across all ages . She can provide children, family, pregnancy and chair based yoga and classes are tailored to the needs of the individuals.
Outdoor Adult and Family Yoga Sessions held at Northumberlandia
Adult Yoga Sundays at 10am Family Yoga Sundays at 11.15am
Adult Yoga £5.00 per session. Family yoga £10.00 per family group of 4
