The first opportunity for you to obtain an entry form for this year’s Teddy Bear Trail will be at the St George’s Big Friendly Coronation Gathering on Monday 8 May. The trail itself will be in place from Saturday 20 May to Sunday 4 June. After 8 May you will also be able to obtain an entry form from Jesmond Library.
John North informs us that all the places which were available on the walk “Tyneside Flats to Tankerville” on 25 May are now fully booked. There are still a few places left on the equivalent walk on 9 May.
There has been strong interest in Keith Jewitt’s walks around All Saints Cemetery, and, unless there are late cancellations, the walk planned for 22 May is now full up. Fortunately Keith has agreed to repeat the walk again, on Bank Holiday Monday, 29 May, at 10:15 am. If you are interested in this extra walk, email info@jesmondfestival.org.uk as soon as possible.
The St George’s Church Bell Ringers have announced that not only will they be ringing for the King themselves, starting at 10:00am on Saturday 6 May, but between 10:30 and 11:30 am individual members of the public will also be invited to ring a bell. Places will be allocated on a “first come, first served” basis, and participants will be given a certificate to say that they have “Rung for the King”!
If demand is too great, it may not be possible for everyone to take part.
As part of the 2023 Jesmond Community Festival Jesmond Pool and Gym are promoting 4 splendid musical treats at Jesmond United Reformed Church: three lunchtime recitals on 25, 26 and 27 May, and A Parisian Musical Soiree on Friday 2 June.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, pop into Reception at the Pool or contact Les Hodgson by emailing lhodgson43@yahoo.co.uk or telephoning 0191 281 3346. Or tickets will be available at the door.
All welcome at Jesmond Community Festival’s first Ceilidh for several years, featuring the Redheughers Ceilidh Band. Admission Adults £7, Children (4-16 years) £3, Children under 4 free. Tickets are now available to purchase from Jesmond Library. Bring your own drinks, glasses and snacks. The venue is St Hilda’s Church Hall, Thornleigh Road, Jesmond, close to West Jesmond Metro station and the date is Friday 19 May.