Holy Trinity Walking Group

Join  the Holy Trinity Walking Group on one of their regular rambles. This walk is around Bardon Mill. For more information email walks@HT.church .

Jesmond Food Market

Jesmond’s fantastic food market brings local produce, exotic food and lots more.

Jesmond Community Festival Launch Day

Why not buy a snack or picnic at the Food Market? Then call in at Holy Trinity Church from 10:30 am for tea or coffee in the church, and a Crafts Session with Yve Ngoo, before moving on to the Cricket Club in Osborne Avenue around 12:00 noon for a barbecue or a seat on  the terraces. From 2:00 pm you will be welcome on the Green at St George’s Church (or in the church hall, if wet) to launch the 2025 Jesmond Community Festival in style, with our favourite Town Crier and the Deputy Lord Mayor of Newcastle. This will be followed by the St George’s VE Day Big Friendly Gathering, lasting until 5:00 pm. Further details of the day’s programme appear below.

Jesmond Community Festival Launch Day – Holy Trinity Church

Why not buy a snack or picnic at the Food Market? Then call in at Holy Trinity Church from 10:30 am for tea or coffee in the church. There will be displays of other Church activities, and a free opportunity for both children and adults to take part in a variety of crafts activities with Yve Ngoo, between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm. Craft materials provided. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. At 11:00 am Councillor Milo Barnett will be launching this year’s community festival in South Jesmond, with the help of our favourite Town Crier, Marjorie Dodds.

Church members will be present, to show you around the beautiful Grade 2 * Listed Church, with its exceptional stained glass..

Jesmond Community Festival Launch Day – Newcastle Cricket Club

The Cricket Club will be joining in the Festival Launch Day with a Barbecue on the terrace, open to all. And while you are in the club why not ask about all the facilities and activities that the club offers, for men, women and children? If the weather is good, enjoy sunning yourself on the terraces overlooking the pitch.

Jesmond Community Festival Launch and VE Day Big Friendly Gathering – St George’s Church

St George’s Church will be combining the launch of the 2025 Jesmond Community Festival with a Big Friendly Gathering on the Green, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day. All welcome! If the weather is poor we will move into the Church Hall.

The afternoon celebrations at St George’s will commence with the ringing of the Church Bells between 1:30 and 2:00 pm, followed at 2:00 pm by the Launch of the Festival and VE Day Big Friendly Gathering by the Sheriff and Deputy Lord Mayor of Newcastle, Cllr Henry Gallagher, and our very own Town Crier, Marjorie Dodds. The Deputy Lord Mayor will review a parade of Air Cadets in front of the Church, and there will be performances of 1940’s music with the Darling Dollies, VE Day memories in the Church, with a group of Veterans, Pimm’s, Cream Teas, a Face Painter, Children’s activities, the Jesmond Ice Cream Company, and a variety of stalls, including a stall provided by the United Reformed Church, to raise money for Christian Aid and another providing information about the Air Cadets. More details of this year’s Teddy Bear Trail will be available from the Community stall, along with information about other festival events. And children will be able to collect a newly published Jesmond Community Festival sticker! The Gathering will end at 5:00 pm.

“Festival Special” Model Train Rides

Ride on the model railway as guests of the Tyneside Society of Model and Experimental Engineers (TSMEE). The tracks are situated behind Wylam Brewery, at the northern edge of the park. An unmissable event for young and old! For more information see https://tsmee.co.uk .

Italian DIY Picnic in the Orchard

A celebration of Italy, with poetry, literature and music. We ask you to share a poem, prose passage or piece of music that represents Italy for you. The piece can be in any language. Or just come along and enjoy the event, without having to contribute. Bring your own picnic. More information from info@antonellarea.co.uk . Check with Antonella if poor weather is forecast, and the event might then move indoors, to Jesmond Library.

A Knit and Natter Special

Knit and Natter, or just pop in for a Natter! Wool and knitting needles can be provided, along with help to get you started, if needed. Light refreshments are provided and you will receive a very warm welcome. Free.

Jesmond Choral Group

Jesmond Choral Group and friends present the Faure Requiem, conducted by Jonathan Scott. For further information email diane.carter@blueyonder.co.uk .

Try out the Sauna!

A free sauna with every swim. For more information see https://jesmondpool.online , phone 0191 281 2482 or pop into reception at the pool.

Pop up Cafe and Art Workshop

All welcome to pop in for refreshments and join in an Art Workshop at 11:00am.

Wellbeing for Life: Out and About

Join us at Jesmond Library  for an open meeting of “Wellbeing for Life” to share ideas for short local walks and for using your Bus Pass and Gold Card to explore Tyneside and beyond. An opportunity to see familiar places in a new light. Light refreshments. Transport may be available. For more information email events@jesmondlibrary.org .

Discover Jesmond 1888 – A Guided Walk

Walk from St George’s to Jesmond United Reformed Church in Burdon Terrace while finding out more about Victorian Jesmond. A free event. For further information email music@stgeorgesjesmond.org.uk .

Jesmond Big Fat Quiz of the Year!

Come and test your knowledge, win some prizes, and pretend you remember anything that happened this year! Guaranteed laughs, questionable answers, and possibly a snack too. Everyone’s welcome, whether you bring a team, join one on the night, or take the challenge solo! No need to book, just turn up. Event organised by Jesmond Methodist Church.

Vintage Afternoon Tea

All welcome! Afternoon tea for Seniors, in the church. For more information contact office@HT.church .

Heritage Tour

Music in the Library – NEW EVENT .

Holy Name Film Club