Heaton Park Tree Trail   (Local History)       

Incidents from the history of Heaton Park, as told by some of its notable trees. Download the free app onto your smart phone. On Google Play (AT Creative Ltd, Tree Trails and Tales) look for Northumbria Veteran Trees and search for Heaton Park. Or pick up a printed festival programme from Jesmond Library for the QR Code, or email info@jesmondfestival.org.uk .

Ring for the King (General Interest)

At 10:00 am the St George’s Church Bell Ringers will “Ring for the King” as part of a national event planned by the Central Council of Church Bell Ringers. Then, from 10:30 to 11:30 am members of the public are invited to come along and ring a bell yourself, after which you will receive a certificate to say that you have “rung a bell for the King”! Places will be allocated on a “first come, first served” basis.

Jesmond Food Market (General Interest)

Jesmond’s fantastic food market brings local produce, exotic hot foods and lots more. Pick up a festival programme at the Community Stall.

“Coronation Special” Steam Train Rides (General Interest)

Ride on the model railway as guests of the Tyneside Society of Model and Experimental Engineers. The tracks are situated behind Wylam Brewery, at the northern edge of the park.

Tour de Jesmond (Active Fun)

Jesmond Space for Cycling presents a safe and beautiful outing for people of all ages on bikes; the route will start at the same place as last year, but will follow a new route after that, finishing once again at the café in Exhibition Park. Expect to head North towards Gosforth Park and beyond, entirely on the flat, and on quiet roads or cycle paths. There will also be a special stop on Stoneyhurst Bridge for ice cream, on the way back. Suitable for all ages from under 8 to over 80. Reservation not required, just turn up. Any queries to tony.waterston@ncl.ac.uk

Big Friendly Coronation Gathering (Social, Fun for all the Family)

Morris dancers, Irish dancers, local children and young people dancing, and a children’s choir from a local primary school. Children’s activities, cream teas and Pimm’s. Community stalls and opportunities to volunteer. The Big Friendly Coronation Gathering will be an occasion for the whole community of Jesmond to come together in joyous celebration!

Tyneside Flats to Tankerville (This walk is now fully booked)

John North and Dee Pass, City Guides, will lead you on an exploration of the growth and development of West Jesmond. Places on this walk must be pre-booked by emailing John on norths_2000@yahoo.co.uk . Please do not turn up if you have not reserved a place. Free, but donations towards next year’s festival welcome.

Italian Picnic in the Orchard (Social)

Raccontiamo le nostre radici – Newcastle has a rich Italian heritage, let’s share our stories in Italian or English!  Bring photos, letters, music, poems, memories, or simply come to listen. Please let us know that you are coming, and book a place, contact info@antonellarea.co.uk .

The Italian Picnic in Jesmond Community Orchard on Wednesday 10 May will start at 10:30 am instead of 11:30 am, in the hope of benefitting from better weather!

Temperance, Titty Bottles and Trains (This walk is now fully booked!)

City Guide Julie Jacques will lead you on an exploration of High West Jesmond. Pre-booking is essential for this walk, as places are strictly limited – email juliemjacques@btinternet.com .

Heritage Tour (All places on this tour are now taken!)

A History of Ouseburn in 10 Objects (Local History)

Organ Recital (Music)

Film Night (General Interest, Social)

“The Picture of Dorian Gray”: the classic film, released in 1945, directed by Albert Lewin and starring Hurd Hatfield, George Sanders and Angela Lansbury. For further information contact welcome@holynamejesmond.co.uk ..

Axum Folk Ensemble, with The Elderly Brothers (Music)

No Jesmond Festival would be complete without a performance by folk band Axum in Jesmond Library! Traditional tunes in beautiful arrangements. Supported by vocal harmony group The Elderly Brothers. Donations please, of at least £8 per head, to support the library and festival. Refreshments will be available.