Walk through a medieval labyrinth, learn how to become an author, and browse art and photographic exhibitions are just some of the activities that can be enjoyed as part of North Tyneside Creativity and Wellbeing Week (May 16-22).
In 2021 the festival was held entirely online because of the pandemic but it's back 'in person' for 2022.
The week is part of a national festival celebrating work being done across the country to bring together culture, creativity, health and wellbeing. This year’s event once again coincides with Mental Health Awareness Week.
A host of events and activities will be taking place across North Tyneside throughout the week and the council is encouraging people to tune in and discover the health benefits of the arts.
The theme this year is 'Get Creative, Get Outdoors’ and libraries are offering a range of activities to help you enjoy the week.
Creativity and Wellbeing Week 2022: What’s on in North Tyneside
Tuesday 17 May, 11am
Come and enjoy a guided walk around the new medieval labyrinth at Northumberland Park, then walk to North Shields Customer First Centre for refreshments and to see a display. Free event. Book through Eventbrite.
Wednesday 18 May, 1pm
Walk the Westall Trail, to see places of interest linked to local author Robert Westall. Meet at North Shields Customer First Centre before heading off on the trail through North Shields, the Fish Quay and Tynemouth. Free event. Book through Eventbrite.
Thursday 19 May, 2pm
Creativity and Wellbeing Writing Workshop with Helen Aitchison, Whitley Bay Library. Free event.
Saturday 21 May, 10am
North Tyneside Writers' Circle are meeting at North Shields Library and will be exploring ‘how wellbeing affects writing and how writing affects wellbeing’, all are welcome to attend, just turn up on the day.
All week
- Local poets will be posting every day on Twitter and Facebook on the themes of creativity, wellbeing and the great outdoors!
- Come and see the creative work of our team at Wallsend Library exhibition area.
- Tynemouth Photographic Society display in Oxford Centre
