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Whickham Thorns Outdoor Activity Centre

Market Lane, Dunston NE11 9NX Tel: 0191 433 5767 whickhamthorns@gateshead.gov.uk|  

Manager Lynn Brooks
Opening Times
Mon, Wed & Thur: 09.30 - 16.00
Tuesday: 09.30 - 15.30 
Friday: 13.00 - 19.30
Sat & Sun: 10.00 - 16.30
 
Getting here

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Membership

Sign up for GO membership| and enjoy unlimited access to our gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, sauna and steam rooms, and track from as little as £19 per month.

  

Having a party? Then let us organise a party with a difference! We have a wide range of activities on offer, so why not take your party to the slope, up the climbing wall or on the high ropes?

Our qualified instructors will make sure all activities are carried out safely, so you can feel confident you’re in good hands. Activities are one hour sessions (or multiples of an hour) which includes the issue and return of all equipment.

Activities are available year round with high ropes restricted to daylight hours. With the exception of climbing, all activities take place outdoors.

Archery
1 Hour
Max Number: 12
7 yrs + (must be at least 120cm tall)

Climbing
1 Hour
Max Number: 12
7 yrs +

High Ropes
1 Hour
Max Number: 8
8 yrs +

Mountain Biking
1 Hour
Max Number: 12
(must be at least 150cm tall)

Skiing
2 Hours
Max Number: 12
7 yrs + (must be at least 130cm tall)

Sledging
1 Hour
Max Number: 20
5 – 11 yrs

Tubing
1 Hour
Max Number: 12
8 yrs +

How to book

We have two party packages to choose from. To book simply choose an activity and a package and contact reception on 0191 433 5767 during opening hours. All prices include equipment.

Standard Package
This package gives exclusive use of the chosen activity with all equipment and instruction.

Deluxe Package
This package includes the activity and instruction plus the exclusive use of a function room for 45 minutes afterwards. Self catering is allowed so you can provide the food of your choice.

The birthday boy or girl will also receive a goody bag. This will include a range of branded goods from the centre.