An introduction to Blackwork Embroidery. This is a 2 session event. Friday 17th and Monday 20th October. The course will be led by Marion Fairless who will teach you basic Blackwork techniques and you will complete a sampler on day 1 and a small decorative piece on day 2. All fabrics, yarns and hoops will […]
An introduction to Blackwork Embroidery. This is a 2 session event. Friday 17th and Monday 20th October. The course will be led by Marion Fairless who will teach you basic Blackwork techniques and you will complete a sampler on day 1 and a small decorative piece on day 2. All fabrics, yarns and hoops will […]
A ghostly & grisly walk around the streets of Newcastle with our City Guide (Pat). Please note, that there may be some steps involved in this walk. The walk will commence on the Quayside.
Come to Cresswell House on Saturday 22nd November and participate in a workshop, from 10.30 until 12 noon, coffee and biscuits from 10, to make some beautiful Marzipan Fruits. The workshop will be run by experienced tutor, Anne Lake. You will create a selection of authentic looking fruits which can be a gift or a […]
Visit the wonderful world of The Wizard of Oz at Castle Howard. Coach departs from Cresswell House 08:45, picks up at Hexham 09:30 onward bound to Castle Howard. After your visit you will be taken to the hotel where you can enjoy Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. Then the following day you have free to wonder […]
‘Polar Bound Talk’ – Hear about a wonderful adventure throughout the Northwest passage in the Canadian Arctic, their journey goes through the Prince of Wales Straits to the entry to the Beaufort Sea. David & Susannah (A Jesmond member) are raising money for ‘Daft as a Brush’. https://my.yb.tl/polarbound If you want to follow their adventure, […]
Come along and bring your friends and / or family and have some fun..
We are returning once again to Newcastle Cathedral to enjoy some wonderful readings and The Salvation Army Brass Band playing. Note: We will NOT be issuing tickets for this event. Closing date 18th November.
This year we welcome back Rudolf to be your Christmas Beetle. Join us for Christmas fun at Cresswell House on Thursday December 11th at 13.30 until approx. 15.00. Christmas cake and cheese for your refreshments included in the price of £8.50pp. Closing date: November 25th. Application form with your secretary.
You will create a fabulous Festive Floral table decoration - this workshop is lead by our own Alison Scrimshaw. Every thing you need will be provided - unless of course you wish to wear a festive hat !