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West End Women and Girls Centre is a registered charity which has been working with women and girls in the West End of Newcastle since 1981.
The Centre provides support through group work where the members have the opportunity to meet, have fun, learn skills, look at issues relevant their lives and generally build confidence in a safe and supportive environment.
We also provide individual support offering advice, information, advocacy and referrals to relevant agencies.
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The Great Get Together in Elswick!
Geordies are known the world over for their friendliness, we are a warm and welcoming people, which is why West End Women and Girls Centre is hosting The Great Get Together party in Elswick Park on Friday 22nd June, 4-7pm. The event will be taking place at the top end of Elswick Park (Elswick Road […]
Upcoming Events
- June 19, 2018
- Women’s GardeningWomen’s Gardening
Time: 9:30 am
Tuesday mornings 9.30-11.30am (Women 18+ & Term time only) Come along to this relaxed and informal session and learn all about growing your own healthy organic fruit & vegetables and flowers in our community garden in Elswick Park. This is a great opportunity to develop your gardening skills as well as feeling healthier working in the great outdoors! There are also opportunities to get involved with Edible Elswick events on local estates and in the park. at 9:30 am - Breast feeding SocialBreast feeding Social
Time: 10:00 am
Tuesday mornings 10-11.30am (Term time only) Come along and talk to a qualified Breast Feeding Coordinator from Sure Start, who can give advice, guidance and information through mother to mother support. at 10:00 am - Cook It!Cook It!
Time: 4:00 pm
Tuesdays 4-6pm (Girls aged 8-18 years and Term time only) A fun cookery and art session for girls aged 8-18. Learn to cook lots of different healthy dishes from savouries like pasta to homemade cakes and snacks in a fun and friendly environment with Susan and Leanne. at 4:00 pm
- Women’s GardeningWomen’s Gardening
- June 20, 2018
- One Stop ShopOne Stop Shop
Time: 9:00 am
Wednesday mornings 9.00-11.00am (Women 18+, Term time only, creche available) Come along to our One Stop Shop for a healthy brunch, cup of tea and a natter! Get information about getting back into work or education; what courses are available in the area; health & lifestyle advice; help with form filling & benefits advice; volunteering opportunities etc. All sessions are relaxed, informal and very welcoming. All women over the age of 16 are welcome. Come along to meet other women in your community, build your confidence and make new friends. at 9:00 am - Women's IT ClubWomen's IT Club
Time: 9:00 am
Wednesdays 9.30-11am. (Women 18+ & Term time only) Learn how to use a computer. at 9:00 am - Beginners Stretch and ToneBeginners Stretch and Tone
Time: 9:30 am
Wednesdays 9.30-10.30am (Women 18+ & Term time only) Low impact session, suitable for all abilities. (Active Newcastle £2 charge) at 9:30 am - ESOL - English Class ESOL - English Class
Time: 9:30 am
Women 18+ & Term time only at 9:30 am - Women's GardeningWomen's Gardening
Time: 10:30 am
Wednesday mornings 10.30-12.30am (Women 18+ & Term time only) Come along to this relaxed and informal session and learn all about growing your own healthy organic fruit & vegetables and flowers in our community garden in Elswick Park. This is a great opportunity to develop your gardening skills as well as feeling healthier working in the great outdoors! There are also opportunities to get involved with Edible Elswick events on local estates and in the park. at 10:30 am - Learn to Ride SessionsLearn to Ride Sessions
Time: 11:00 am
(Women 18+ & Term Time Only) Get on Your Bike women's sessions. Learn to ride a bike and develop skills. at 11:00 am - Grow It!Grow It!
Time: 4:00 pm
WednesdayS 4-6pm (Girls aged 8-18 & Term time only) Come along and grow fruit, vegetables and flowers in the garden. Currently running learn to ride a bike sessions and developing skills. Learn about nature Have fun with games Make new friends Healthy snack provided at all sessions at 4:00 pm - Tuesday ClubTuesday Club
Time: 6:00 pm
Tuesdays 6-8pm (Girls aged from 5-11 years & Term time only) The session includes lots of different activities including girls sharing good news at the beginning of session, lots of varied amount of fun games, arts and crafts, drama based sessions and lots more. Girls are also encouraged to attend the session in the summer which runs from 10am-4pm. Which includes days out to the museums, the beach, picnic in the park, cooking, dancing and lots more. Tuesday club is a popular session and on average can get around 25-30 girls a session, to be able to run these large sessions, volunteers are needed throughout the summer and on normal sessions on an evening. If you would like to volunteer for the Tuesday Club, call 0191 2734942 or email info@westendwomenandgirls.co.uk for further information. at 6:00 pm
- One Stop ShopOne Stop Shop
- June 21, 2018
- Keep Fit Keep Fit
Time: 9:30 am
Wednesdays 9.30-10.30am (Women 18+ & Term time only) A fun and welcoming exercise class, suitable for all abilities. Delivered by Active Newcastle at 9:30 am - Sure Start Play and LearnSure Start Play and Learn
Time: 1:00 pm
Thursdays 1-3pm (TERM TIME ONLY) Fun, Play and Learn Lots of fun indoor and outdoor activities for you and your children aged under 5. Dads are welcome For more information see: http://surestartnewcastle.co.uk/ at 1:00 pm - West Newc Symphony OrchestraWest Newc Symphony Orchestra
Time: 5:00 pm
Aged 10-18 years (Term time only) All people and abilities welcome. If you don't have an instrument, you can get in touch. 0191 4435167 / 07580 078803 at 5:00 pm - Older Girls SessionOlder Girls Session
Time: 6:30 pm
Thursdays 6.30-8.30pm (Ages 13-19 years & Term time only) Come and have a frisk, lots to do and make new friends. at 6:30 pm
- Keep Fit Keep Fit
- June 22, 2018
- Women's Cookery Women's Cookery
Time: 9:30 am
Fridays 9.30-11.30am (Women 18+ and Term time only) Susan, our Community Cook works with the women at this friendly social cookery session, where they come along and taste food from different countries. Women bring along their own recipes, meet new friends and enjoy refreshments. at 9:30 am - The Great Get Together The Great Get Together
Time: 4:00 pm
Geordies are known the world over for their friendliness, we are a warm and welcoming people, which is why West End Women and Girls Centre is hosting The Great Get Together party in Elswick Park on Friday 22nd June, 4-7pm. The event will be taking place at the top end of Elswick Park (Elswick Road main entrance) There'll be games for the whole family to join in, competitions, quizzes, prizes and delicious food to enjoy together. We welcome the whole of the West End to participate in a family party to prove we have more in common than that which divides us. #GreatGetTogether #MoreinCommon at 4:00 pm
- Women's Cookery Women's Cookery
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