What To Do This Weekend
Our top coffee shops, the newest openings and the best nights out: here's what to do this weekend
What’s New
The newest collaboration between Greggs and Fenwick has just landed in Fenwick Newcastle and we’re obsessed. The Golden Flake is a quintessential British pub with a distinctive Greggs twist. Enjoy hearty pub grub, curated cocktails and two Greggs–inspired beers on tap. In Sunderland, The Korean Spoon is serving up home-cooked food with the authentic flavours of Seoul and in Sheffield, we simply can’t get enough of Paradiso, a new Italian parlour specialising in homemade tiramisu.
Open Doors
This Saturday (4th) sees the return of Beverley Open Studios where visitors will have a unique opportunity to meet with more than 40 local artists, from painters, potters and printers to jewellers, photographers and framers. Doors open from 10am and best of all, entry is free! Our highlight? The breathtaking work of Helen Rowland who creates stunning abstract landscapes in strikingly colourful layers.
Cup of Joe
World Coffee Day has just passed but (not that we need a reason) it’s still a great excuse to visit some independents this weekend. Ethos, the motor-themed café in Amble, is a great spot for quality coffee and has grown into a hub for the local community. New to Jesmond is Lilybrew, home to artisan coffee and delicious bakes. Vennels is a top spot in Durham, tucked into an historic building with plenty of nooks to hunker down in, and Harrogate’s Crema Coffee is the perfect place to watch the world go by. Raw Coffee in Leeds is for the truly serious coffee drinkers. Having friends over? Wow them with this coffee, walnut and cardamom cake.
Fun and Games
Head out on the town this weekend for a night of fun. Boisterous Bongo’s Bingo is always a brilliant laugh and is popping up at Leeds O2 Academy on Friday (3rd) and The Octagon Centre in Sheffield on Saturday (4th). Expect a chaotic blend of bingo, rave music, dance-offs and prizes. This Saturday you can also dance your socks off at a silent disco in Newcastle Cathedral. From 1.30pm until 4pm, enjoy some family-friendly fun, or head along later with friends.
Out & About
Seek out the unexpected with the family this weekend. Packed full of follies, sculptures and public art, getting out in the North never has to be dull. Need some inspiration? Here are the North East's most unusual sculptures to seek out and in Yorkshire we've rounded up the most fabulous follies you need to find.
Cocktail Crazy
There’s no better winter warmer than a cheeky cocktail with friends. This Sunday (5th) head to Mother Mercy in Heaton where Newcastle Cocktail Kitchen will be taking over the bar for a night of house party vibes, board games, luxury popcorn and great drinks. Over & Above in Harrogate is another favourite spot, and regularly hosts talks and tasting events from experts. If you’re staying in this weekend, try one of these simple cocktails for colder nights.
