A Community Christmas at Tynemouth Priory and Castle

DATE

Sun 6 Dec 2026 

TIME

11am - 4pm

LOCATION

Tynemouth Priory and Castle 

SUITABLE FOR

Everyone

Join us on Sunday 6 December, 11am – 4pm, for a festive community day at Tynemouth Priory and Castle! Bring your family and friends, wrap up warm and enjoy an afternoon of live music, entertainment, food and festive activities in the stunning surroundings of the Priory.

Enjoy food and drink from:

The Pasta Club, The Greekster, Pacaccino Coffee, Fire & Dough, Parm O Rama and Bubble and Fizz

Catch live entertainment from:

The Monkhouse Primary School Choir, The Can't Sing and Linkskill Choirs, Line Dancing by Catherine – (with audience participation), Blyth Samba Band and Jamie Graham – Highland Bagpiper. Jigsaw Entertainment will also be joining us with face painting (additional cost).

We're also delighted to welcome Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade, who will be on site with hands-on activities and important water safety advice.

Who is the Community Picnic for?

This event is open to everyone. You can book in advance below to save 15%.

English Heritage Members and local residents (if you live in the following postcodes: NE25, NE26, NE27, NE28, NE29 and NE30). Proof of postcode for local residents will be required on arrival, so please remember to bring something showing your name and eligible postcode.

Come along, enjoy the entertainment, grab something delicious to eat, get involved with the activities and help us celebrate our local community this Christmas!

Prices

Type Price
English Heritage members Free

How to book

This event is open to everyone. The event is free for residents in the local communities surrounding Tynemouth Priory and Castle with the following postcodes: NE25, NE26, NE27, NE28, NE29 and NE30. Proof of postcode will be required on arrival, so please remember to bring something showing your name and eligible postcode. This event is also free for English Heritage Members. Please bring your membership card with you on the day. If you are not a member or local resident, you can book in advance above and save 15%.

How to find us

Property: Tynemouth Priory and Castle
Address: Pier Road, Tynemouth, NE30 4BZ
Location: Tynemouth, Tyne and Wear, North East

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