Families in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, can now plan their February half-term activities as holiday timetables have been released for local leisure hubs. The programme for 2026 includes swimming sessions, inflatable pool sessions, and athletics camps running during the half-term week.
According to Gateshead Council, activities will be spread across several sites including Gateshead Leisure Centre (Prince Consort Road) and Gateshead International Stadium. The community-led charity Gateshead Active is operating inflatable pool sessions and soft-play sessions at Gateshead Leisure Centre on Prince Consort Road.
Other events, such as the “Stars” athletics camps, will take place at Gateshead International Stadium for children who want to stay active during the break. These sessions form part of a wider effort to provide affordable fitness and childcare options for residents during the school holidays.
Parents are encouraged to book early for popular activities to ensure they secure a place during the busy mid-term week. Gateshead Council confirms community school half-term for the borough runs Monday 23 February to Friday 27 February 2026; Gateshead College’s published term dates show its half-term running from Friday 20 February to Friday 27 February 2026.
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