Tyne and Wear’s best Easter activities - see our full list here

Whether you want to visit museums or forts, there are a whole host of fantastic events on this Easter in Tyne and Wear for everyone to enjoy.

Plus, the ever-present cost of living crisis makes it more important than ever to entertain the whole family on a budget.

The Northern Echo has looked at the best places to take the family this Easter, as events begin this Saturday (April 1).

1. The Discovery Museum

Located a short walk from Newcastle City Centre’s Centre for Life, the Discovery Museum is a must visit for an educational family day out, with entry being free all year around.

This Easter, the museum has events including spring time crafts for just a couple of pounds per child. (April 11)

Families can also get involved in ‘Parachute drop’, an egg game teaching the rules of gravity for just £4 per group. (April 4)

Kids can get crafty with their own flower pots. (Image: Tyne and Wear Archives and Museum)

​2. South Shields Museum and Art Gallery

Take a look into the history of one of the region’s most popular seaside towns at South Shields Museum and Art Gallery.

This year families can look forward to making suncatchers (April 11) and handling animals with Angela’s Ark (6 & 13 April)

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3. Great North Museum Hancock

At the Great North Museum, kids can take part in exploration session ‘Museum Mice’ and make new friends along the way.

For younger visitors, ‘Curious Crawlers’ is available for little ones finding their way to move around.

(21 & 28 April)

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4. Stephenson Steam Railway

Guaranteed fun for the whole family can be found at the Stephenson Steam Railway, offering train rides for the whole month of April.

With adult tickets £8 and kids riding for £6, the railway is an ideal spot for a day out this Easter holiday.

The Stephenson Steam Railway. (Image: Tyne and Wear Archives and Museum)

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5. Arbeia and Segedunum Roman Forts

For those seeking an educational yet fun day out, you can visit the Arbeia or Segedunum Roman forts for free creative events.

At South Shields’ Arbeia fort, youngsters can make a “beautiful bird” collage to take home (April 5).

One of Segedunum’s events includes a ‘Marvellous Monday’ – a games day free of cost, with free entry to the museum for those under 16. (April 10)

Take a trip back to the Roman era at Segedunum Roman Fort. (Image: Tyne and Wear Archives and Museums)

For more information on activities this Easter, visit the Tyne and Wear Archives and Museum page.