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

Business in the Community (BITC) and our network of business members are leading a movement to create a fair and sustainable world in which to live and work.

We work with our network of businesses that represent more than 20% of the UK workforce to continually grow responsible business practices, uniting their efforts for greater social and environmental impact in our communities.

Our focus

We grow the responsible business movement and collectively create a greater impact focused on:

• developing a skilled and inclusive workforce
• ensuring ways of working are good for everyone
• delivering a just transition to the climate crisis and regenerating the planet
• building thriving communities.

 Why join Business in the Community?

• CONNECT: We work with our network of businesses that represent more than 20% of the UK workforce.
• GO FURTHER, FASTER: Stay ahead in a changing world with expert advice, best practice, research, training and our Responsible Business Tracker® tool.
• LEAD AND INFLUENCE: Inspire and engage colleagues, leaders, and the wider business community through BITC’s senior peer networks, partnerships, platforms and high-impact campaigns.

Cramlington Office of Citizens Advice is located as below:

The Community Hub at Cramlington
Manor Walks Shopping Centre
Cramlington
NE23 6YP

Opening hours:

Monday 10:00am – 12:00 Drop In
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
(Closed on bank holidays)

To exchange information and provide a forum for discussion about leasehold issues in Cramlington and the wider area.

Contact: Paul Reynolds

LocksmithKev is a local affordable family run business our routes are firmly Newcastle we are based in Cramlington, Northumberland just north of Newcastle Upon Tyne with easy access to the A1 & A19 the two main road routes in the NE postcode area, this means can be on the road & at your door in 20 minutes for a rapid emergency response. Call 07415714590

LocksmithKev can offer pre booked locksmith services & 24 hour Emergency Locksmith Services.

A free, not for profit Northumberland Business Network is open to businesses in Northumberland. Including Ponteland, Alnwick, Amble, Ashington, Bedlington, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Blyth, Cramlington, Haltwhistle, Hexham, Morpeth, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, Prudhoe, Rothbury, Wooler and all the other towns and villages within Northumberland.

To make it easier for patients living in the Cramlington, Blyth and surrounding areas to receive care closer to home, we are offering a range of clinics in the Manor Walks Shopping and Leisure Centre in Cramlington’s town centre.

This superb new Health Centre is run by experienced clinical staff from the Newcastle Hospitals so patients can be reassured of receiving the same exceptional care our award-winning Trust is internationally renowned for.

Our clinics

The new Centre offers a wide range of outpatient clinics – all fully supported by Newcastle’s Diagnostic Imaging Services, including:

• Audiology
• Chemotherapy
• Dermatology
• ENT
• Ophthalmology

South Mall, Manor Walks Shopping Centre, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 6UL

Opening Times

• Monday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Tuesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

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

Located in Manor Walks shopping centre.

Please check the facebook page for all events.

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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 except August at 7-9pm

We are looking to develop a community led  History and Heritage Hub to forge networks, research the history of our area and develop projects and initiatives locally.  Heritage has strong and untapped potential to build social cohesion and improve physical and mental wellbeing.

If you are interested in joining contact maggie@cramlingtontowncouncil.gov.uk

Forum Way, Cramlington NE23 6QN

We are a doctors surgery offering a wide range of services and extended opening hours including Saturday appointments (covered at the Cramlington Hub)

NHS Choices website: https://www.nhs.uk/Services/GP/Overview/DefaultView.aspx?id=35487

Clip ‘n Climb is an exciting climbing experience. Reach new heights, break your own records, or race your friends to the top as you take on the challenge of the climbing walls in our theme-park style centre.

Active Northumberland – Active Northumberland

Ten Pin Bowling at Hive Bowling Concordia

Childrens parties available

Book online or call Concordia on 01670 622200

LJ Dance Academy
Ages 3-12yrs plus

Concordia Leisure Centre facilities

Come along to Concordia Leisure Centre in Cramlington, the family activity centre with something for everyone. From our free-form swimming pool to our amazing Clip ‘n’ Climb arena, you’ll find everything you need for a fun day out.

We also have a state-of-the-art gym, a range of fitness classes and excellent sports facilities.

Free parking is available for four hours for users of the centre

Forum Way, Cramlington NE23 6YB

CENTRE OPENING HOURS

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.

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.

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

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.

Book Club, every 3rd Monday of the month.

Beaujolais Babes, last Wednesday of the month.

To join or for more information please contact Heather on 07775863811.

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. They regularly hold events in Cramlington. Details of future events can be found on their social media sites.

Based at the Cramlington Sports Village, we are a friendly, passionate group of archers providing courses and training sessions for new and experienced archers alike.

Station Road Cramlington NE23 1EN

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.

To exchange information and provide a forum for discussion about leasehold issues in Cramlington and the wider area.

Contact: Paul Reynolds

A very sociable knitting group. Currently knitting for a special baby unit, children’s hospitals and other charities.

Every Wednesday 9:30am – 12pm

Contact through Facebook or just turn up!