Suite 1, 6th Floor West A, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm. It is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time.
The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 28th May
12:30pm
—1:30pm
Location
Suite 1, 6th Floor West A, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm. It is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time.
The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
Walking Group (in partnership with Ramblers Wellbeing Walks)
Date & Time
Thursday 30th May
10:30am
—12:30pm
About the event
Our Walking Group meets fortnightly on a Thursday morning from 10.30am. The walks are suitable for all abilities, there are plenty of breaks and they always end with a well deserved cuppa in a café.
The walk locations vary each week so please check the website or call the office to find out the details of each walk. We are still finalising the details for this walk. Please check back at a later date for the final details.
Please note that the walks are weather dependant. If we do need to cancel at the last minute we will contact you. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing if you would like to attend.
See past events
Events happened in 2024
January 2024
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 23rd January
12:30pm
—1:30pm
Location
Suite 1, 6th Floor West A, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm. It is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time.
The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
Art Group
Date & Time
Friday 26th January
1:30pm
—3:00pm
Location
Suite 1, 6th Floor West A, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
The art group meet fortnightly on a Friday afternoon from 1.30pm until 3.00pm. Activities vary each week and range from clay, papier mache, collage, needle craft and much more!
From time to time, we may ask for a donation towards materials.
Subsidised taxis are available for £6.00 per journey.
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 30th January
12:30pm
—1:30pm
Location
Suite 1, 6th Floor West A, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm. It is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time.
The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
CU Wednesday
Date & Time
Wednesday 31st January
1:30pm
—3:00pm
Location
Suite 1, 6th Floor West A, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
The next meeting of the CU Wednesday group will be Wednesday 31st January at 1.30pm. The meeting will be held in the activity room within our office.
We have recently moved office. Our new address is:
Sixth Floor West A,
Suite 1,
Hadrian House,
Higham Place
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 8AF
As it is our first meeting of the year we will be having a coffee afternoon to give everyone the chance to have a catch up and take a look around our new office.
As always if you would like to attend subsidised taxis are available for the usual cost of £6.00 per journey.
We hope to see you there.
February 2024
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 6th February
12:30pm
—1:30pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm in our activity room at Hadrian House.
The class is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time. The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191 232 7292.
Walking Group
Date & Time
Thursday 8th February
10:30am
Location
Leazes Park, Richardson Road, NE2 4BJ
About the event
Our Walking Group meets fortnightly on a Thursday morning from 10.30am. Walk locations vary each week so please check the website or call the office to find out the details of each walk.
The next outing for the walking group will be Thursday 8th February. This week the walk will be around Leazes Park. They will me meeting at the entrance on Richardson Road opposite the RVI.
If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191 232 7292 or email info@newcastlevisionsupport.org.uk. It is essential that we know numbers for this event. Subsidised taxis are available for £6.00 per journey, if required.
Our walks usually last around 2 hours and are suitable for all abilities. The walks are gentle and often end with a well deserved cuppa in a café. We kindly ask that you dress appropriately for the weather.
Please note that our walks are weather dependent and may have to be cancelled at short notice.
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 13th February
1:30pm
—3:00pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm in our activity room at Hadrian House.
The class is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time. The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191 232 7292.
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 20th February
1:30pm
—3:00pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair
exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm in our activity
room at Hadrian House.
The class is designed especially for people with sight loss
and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a
good time. The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191
232 7292.
CU Wednesday
Date & Time
Wednesday 21st February
1:30pm
—3:00pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF.
About the event
Our February meeting for our CU Wednesday group will take place on Wednesday 21st February.
This month we will be visiting Hustlers Pool and Snooker bar which is also located within Hadrian House. We have some Pool tables booked but there is also the opportunity to play Snooker, Darts and Air Hockey. Hustlers also have an extensive food and drink menu if you would like to come a long just for a bite to eat and a drink.
If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191 232 7292 as we need to know numbers for this event.
As always subsidised taxis are available for the usual cost of £6.00 per journey.
We hope to see you there.
Walking Group
Date & Time
Thursday 22nd February
10:30am
Location
KFC Byker, NE6 1LL - St Peters Basin, NE6 1TR
About the event
Our Walking Group meets fortnightly on a Thursday morning from 10.30am. This week our walking group will be meeting at KFC, Byker and walking to St. Peters Basin.
On the map below the red dot shows the meeting point of the walk. The group will be meeting here at 10.30am.
Our walks usually last around 2 hours and are suitable for all abilities. The walks are gentle and often end with a well deserved cuppa in a café. We kindly ask that you dress appropriately for the weather.
If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191 232 7292 or email info@newcastlevisionsupport.org.uk. It is essential that we know numbers for this event. Subsidised taxis are available for £6.00 per journey, if required.
Please note that our walks are weather dependent and may have to be cancelled at short notice.
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 27th February
1:30pm
—3:00pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm in our activity room at Hadrian House.
The class is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time. The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191 232 7292.
Our March meeting for our CU Wednesday group will take place on Wednesday 20th February.
Our speaker for this month will be Poppy Jones from Silver Time Legal. Poppy will be giving a talk called ‘Legacy Fortress for Generations’. This will cover subjects such as Wills, Trusts and how legal instruments can help to safeguard your assets during unforeseen life events. The talk will also touch upon the significance of Lasting Powers of Attorney, effective strategies for managing care fees.
If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191 232 7292. As always subsidised taxis are available for the usual cost of £6.00 per journey.
We hope to see you there
Walking Group (in partnership with Ramblers Wellbeing Walks)
Date & Time
Thursday 21st March
10:30am
—12:30pm
Location
Location TBC
About the event
The next outing for our walking group will be Thursday 21st March. This walk will be at Newburn Country Park. The group will meet outside at the Keelman Pub at 10.30am. They will then commence the walk around the country park before ending at the Keelan pub.
The address of the Keelman Pub is:
Grange Rd
Newburn
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE15 8NL
Please note that the walks are weather dependant. If we do need to cancel at the last minute we will contact you. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing if you would like to attend.
April 2024
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 2nd April
12:30am
—1:30pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm in our activity room at Hadrian House.
The class is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time. The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191 232 7292.
Walking Group (in partnership with Ramblers Wellbeing Walks)
Date & Time
Thursday 4th April
10:30am
—12:30pm
Location
Leazes Park, Richardson Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4BJ
About the event
The next outing for our walking group will be Thursday 4th April. This walk will be at Leazes Park. The group will meet outside near the car park at the Richardson Road entrance at 10.30am. They will then commence the walk around the park before enjoying a well earned beverage at the Tower Cafe.
Please note that the walks are weather dependant. If we do need to cancel at the last minute we will contact you. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing if you would like to attend.
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 9th April
12:30am
—1:30pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm in our activity room at Hadrian House.
The class is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time. The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 16th April
12:30pm
—1:30pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm in our activity room at Hadrian House.
The class is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time. The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
CU Wednesday
Date & Time
Wednesday 17th April
1:30pm
—3:00pm
Location
Suite 1, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
The next meeting for our CU Wednesday group will be Wednesday 17th April at 1.30pm in the activity room within NVS' office.
Our speaker this month is the Northern Ladies Annuity Society who provide financial assistance to retired widows and single ladies.
Refreshments and subsidised taxis for £6 per journey will be available as usual. We hope to see you there.
Walking Group (in partnership with Ramblers Wellbeing Walks)
Date & Time
Thursday 18th April
10:30am
—12:30pm
About the event
Our Walking Group meets fortnightly on a Thursday morning from 10.30am. The walks are suitable for all abilities, there are plenty of breaks and they always end with a well deserved cuppa in a café. The walk locations vary each week so please check the website or call the office to find out the details of each walk.
The second walk for April will take place on Thursday 18th April. We are still finalising the details of this walk so please check back at a later date.
Please note that the walks are weather dependant. If we do need to cancel at the last minute we will contact you. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing if you would like to attend.
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 23rd April
12:30pm
—1:30pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm in our activity room at Hadrian House.
The class is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time. The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
Chair Exercise
Date & Time
Tuesday 30th April
12:30pm
—1:30pm
Location
Newcastle Vision Support, Suite 1, West A, 6th Floor, Hadrian House, Higham Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AF
About the event
Our chair exercise group meet every Tuesday from 12.30pm until 1.30pm in our activity room at Hadrian House.
The class is designed especially for people with sight loss and aims to keep you fit and improve your mobility but most importantly have a good time. The group is led by a fully qualified instructor.
May 2024
Walking Group (in partnership with Ramblers Wellbeing Walks)
Date & Time
Thursday 2nd May
10:30am
—12:30pm
Location
Leazes Park, Richardson Road, NE2 4BJ
About the event
Our Walking Group meets fortnightly on a Thursday morning from 10.30am. The walks are suitable for all abilities, there are plenty of breaks and they always end with a well deserved cuppa in a café. The walk locations vary each week so please check the website or call the office to find out the details of each walk.
The our first outing in May for the walking group will be Thursday 2nd May. This week our walk will be at Leazes Park. The group will be meeting at the car park near the Richardson Road entrance before having a walk around the park and ending with a cuppa in the café.
Please note that the walks are weather dependant. If we do need to cancel at the last minute we will contact you. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing if you would like to attend.
Walking Group (in partnership with Ramblers Wellbeing Walks)
Date & Time
Thursday 16th May
10:30am
—12:30pm
Location
The Quayside Wetherspoon (NE1 3RN) - Liosi's Sicilian Cafe Bar (NE4 7YL)
About the event
Our Walking Group meets fortnightly on a Thursday morning from 10.30am. The walks are suitable for all abilities, there are plenty of breaks and they always end with a well deserved cuppa in a café.
This week our walk will go from Quayside Wetherspoons (NE1 3RN) and heading along to Liosi's Sicilian Cafe Bar ( NE4 7YL) where we will end with a coffee. If you would like to attend please call the office on 0191 232 7292 and speak to Joanne.
Please note that the walks are weather dependant. If we do need to cancel at the last minute we will contact you. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing if you would like to attend.