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Sports and Leisure

Type of Venue	Location	Sub Category
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Ashtanga Yoga North East

Ethical disciplines, self observation, posture, breath control, sense withdrawal, concentration, meditation and a state of joy and peace…

Newcastle Buddhist Centre 3rd floor Carliol Square Newcastle | 0191 271 3406 | Monument Metro

Billingham Forum

The forum is currently closed due to major refurbishment work, it is expected to reopen in December 2010.

The Causeway Town Centre Billingham Stockton-on-Tees | 01642 551 381

Castlegate Quay Watersports Centre

This is the probably the north-east’s best equipped sailing and paddling centre.

Moat St. Stockton-on-Tees | 01642 528 689

Chester-le-Street Leisure Centre

A sports centre with a wide range of both wet and dry facilities, including two swimming pools, a fitness suite, a sauna and squash courts. 8am-10pm (Mon.-Fri.) / 9am-5:00pm (Weekends)

Burns Green Chester-le-Street | 0191 388 6673

City Pool

The main public pool in Newcastle has a variety of different classes as well as some ornate Turkish baths.

Northumberland Rd. Newcastle | 0191 277 1844 | Haymarket Metro

Community North Sports Complex

A 160-acre site including nine grassed football pitches, one floodlit artificial football pitch and a BMX Track. The site has recently been developed to include a bowling green and multi use games area, also includes a gymnasium.

Kingsway Downhill Sunderland | 0191 553 6915

Crowtree Leisure Centre and Wellness Centre

Get in shape at the sports hall, where you can play football, basketball, volleyball, netball, badminton and table tennis. There are also squash courts for hire to really get the heart rate going.

Crowtree Rd. Sunderland | 0191 553 2600 | Sunderland Metro

De Vere Slaley Hall

De Vere Slaley Hall is a golfers haven. Set west of Newcastle in 1,000 acres of prime Northumberland forest and moorland, the hotel boasts not one but two 72 par championship golf courses. Slaley was recently recognised as one of the top six tournament courses in the UK. The Sunday Times Travel Magazine, described it as "without doubt the outstanding social course in England." The fairways have been graced by some of the world's top golfers. They also cater for local community and corporate golf events as well as maintaining access for golf club members and visiting hotel guests.

Hexham Northumberland | 01434 673350

Durham City AFC

If you consider yourself a real football fan, come on down to Arnott Stadium on a match day to support Durham City AFC in their bid to climb the Football League. The club were champions of Division One North of the Northern Premier League last season and look set for another exciting campaign.

The Arnott Stadium Belmont Industrial Estate Durham

Durham County Cricket Club

Last year’s first-class County Champions are based just down the road from Durham City and ply their trade throughout the summer months. Alternatively, take in an England One Day International or Test Series at the club’s magnificent Riverside stadium.

County Ground Riverside Chester le Street | 0191 387 1717

East End Pool

This excellent facility has two swimming pools, a sauna, fitness suite and fitness classes.

Hadrian Square Byker Newcastle | 0191 278 8444

Eldon Leisure

In the heart of Newcastle, Eldon Leisure is well equipped for a huge array of sport and fitness activities.

High Friars Eldon Square Newcastle | 0191 2771277 | Monument Metro

Eston Sports Academy

It has a main pool, a teaching pool, a sports hall, a gym, an energy club dance studio and various beauty therapy treatments.

Normanby Road South Bank Middlesbrough | 01642 452488

Freemans Quay Leisure Centre

A multi-million-pound leisure facility right in the heart of Durham, Freeman’s Quay Leisure Centre is doubtless the plushest of all the sports amenities in this list. Houses a 25-metre, 8-lane swimming pool, a learner’s pool, a dance studio and a gym furnished with 130 workstations and personal entertainment facilities. 6:30am-10:30pm (Mon.-Fri.) / 8am-7:30pm (Weekends)

The Sands Durham | 0191 301 8306

Gateshead Indoor Bowling Centre

Non-members and beginners are always welcome and free coaching sessions can be arranged for individuals and groups.

Gladstone Terrace Gateshead | 0191 433 5750 | Gateshead Metro

Gateshead International Stadium

Gateshead International Stadium has a wide range of facilities, both indoor and outdoor, parking for up to 400 cars, and is fully equipped for people with disabilities. As well as hosting international and major events, the renowned stadium offers many activities and courses, which can be booked by the hour, including: 5-a-side football, netball and basketball. It is also possible to use the running track and the multi-gym equipment.

Neilson Road Gateshead | 0191 433 5700 | Gateshead Metro

Hollywood Bowl

As well as plenty of bowling lanes this place has arcade games, air hockey and a bar.

Aintree Oval Teesside Leisure Park Stockton-on-Tees | 01642 633 666

Houghton Sports Centre and Wellness Gym

This sports centre includes facilities for 5-a-side football, solarium, and indoor and outdoor bowls. Activities include: badminton, 5-a-side, table tennis, gymnastics, bowls, and aerobics, weight training, sunbeds, basketball, netball, karate and gymnastics. Also including new classes, boxer fit, circuit training, taekwando, aikido, kick boxing, pilates and ‘fit for kids’.

Station Road Houghton-le-Spring | 0191 553 6465

Matfen Hall Country Hotel & Golf Course

Originally built in the 1830's by Sir Edward Blackett, Matfen Hall has been extensively restored into a magnificent country house hotel. Located close to Hadrian's Wall and only 25 minutes from Newcastle city centre and 15 minutes from Newcastle International Airport, Matfen Hall's charm and character are evident throughout the 53 luxurious bedrooms, award winning restaurant, dedicated conference suites and the acclaimed Spa & Leisure Club. Single £90-£150 Double £90-£255

Maften Hall Northumberland Maften | 01661 855708

Meadowfield Sports and Leisure Centre

A fitness centre furnished with an array of facilities and activities to cater for all ages and tastes, including a main sports hall, squash courts, a fitness suite with built-in entertainment options, a weights room and artificial turf football pitches. Childcare is also available. 8am-10pm (Mon.-Thurs.) / 8am-9pm (Fri.) / 9am-5:30pm (Weekends)

John Street North Meadowfield Durham | 0191 301 8304

Metro Radio Arena

This massive 11,000 seat arena is the ideal place to catch some of the biggest names around.

Arena Way Newcastle upon Tyne | 0870 707 8000 | Central Station Metro

Middlesbrough Municipal Golf Centre

Set in 6,330 yards of parkland, this beautiful course is one of the most popular in the country and is playable by both green fee and season ticket paying golfers.

Ladgate Lane Middlesbrough | 01642 315 533

Newcastle Climbing Centre

The premier indoor climbing venue for Tyneside and the north-east and one of the best climbing venues in the UK. Situated in the former church of St Marks the listed building provides a spectacular climbing environment with an internal height of 15 metres and over 1200 square metres of climbing walls for roped climbing and bouldering.

St. Marks Church 285 Shields Rd Newcastle | 0191 265 6060 | Manors Metro

Newcastle Eagles

Get the dunk! The Newcastle Eagles are Newcastle’s Championship winning basketball team.

Metro Radio Arena Newcastle | 0191 245 3880 | Central Station Metro

Newcastle Falcons

This lovely rugby ground is right next to Kingston Park Metro station and so is a doddle to get to. And this is where you’ll want to be if you want to check out the region’s premier rugby union team, the Newcastle Falcons.

Kingston Park Brunton Road Newcastle | 0191 214 5588 | Kingston Park Metro

Newcastle Greyhound Stadium

Newcastle Greyhound Stadium hosts both greyhound racing and speedway and has gained an enviable reputation for excelling in both. The stadium pulls out all the stops when it comes to staging greyhound racing and really lets you make a night of it and they have great packages where you can get 3-coures meals and a reserved seat. Whether you're a hardened fan, just like the occasional flutter, or simply enjoy the excitement, Brough Park delivers on every count. The meetings are usually on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Newcastle Stadium is also home of the Newcastle Diamonds, one of the top speedway teams in the country who have home matches on Mondays and Sundays during the season.

Fossway Newcastle | 0191 210 5300 | Chillingham Rd Metro

Newcastle Racecourse

Newcastle Racecourse, set in the impressive 812 acre High Gosforth Park Estate, is the north-east’s premier racecourse and is home to many prestigious events, including the Northumberland Plate Festival, Beeswing Ladies Day and the Fighting Fifth Hurdle. There are 30 race meetings per year over the flat and jumps seasons, including weekend and evening fixtures, with concessionary prices available for students.

High Gosforth Park Newcastle | 0191 236 2020

Newcastle United Football Club

The long journey to silverware at St. James’ makes the quest for the Holy Grail look like a stroll in the park. And then there is the almost constant behind the scenes turmoil which tends to keep United on the front pages more than the back. That said, St. James’ Park is one of the best - and biggest - grounds in the country and when United are actually on song, there’s not too many better places to be.

St. James’ Park Barrack Road Newcastle | 0191 261 1571 | St. James Metro

Newcastle Vipers

What the puck? The Vipers are Newcastle’s ice hockey team who strut their stuff in the national Super League.

Metro Radio Arena Newcastle | 0191 261 0909 | Central Station Metro

Physiotherapy Matters

A new modern clinic offering a wide range of treatments to manage a variety of conditions from poor work related posture and sports injuries to general wear and tear. They have a room to rent to a health professional/alternative therapist. This modern, spacious room can be rented either by the hour, day, or week.

8 Newlands Avenue Melton Park Gosforth | 0191 2368729

Puma Sunderland Tennis Centre

This centre has been designed primarily as a tennis centre, with both indoor and outdoor courts. But they also have weight training/fitness studio and a soft play area as well as cafeteria, bar and function facilities.

Silksworth Sunderland | 0191 553 5905

Quads 4 All

Quad biking facility situated in a pleasant rural setting which will test the riding skills of all ages.

Brierton Farm Greatham Billingham | 01429 864 026

Redcar Racecourse

The unique atmosphere created at Redcar racecourse, the excellent facilities, and the generous group booking discounts guarantee that you will have a truly memorable day out.

The Racecourse Redcar | 01642 484 068

Regal Sunderland Stadium

This 1700 capacity stadium is one of the best places to enjoy top quality dog racing. It also has a restaurant and 'Northern Lights', which provides an excellent view of the racing, five bars and 'Trapz' nightclub.

Newcastle Rd. Sunderland | 0191 5686200 | East Boldon Metro

Riverside Sports Complex

The venue has something for everyone, from a first-class cricket stadium and full-size running track to the region's only outdoor water play area for children.

Riverside South Chester-le-Stree | 0191 389 0986

Riverside Stadium

Middlesbrough FC play here. It has a 35,000 capacity, and if you can afford a ticket, you should be able to get a seat without too much problem. Practise chanting.

Middlesbrough | 0870 421 1986

Roseberry Grange Golf Complex

Opened in 1987 on the site of what used to be part of West Pelton Colliery, Roseberry Grange Golf Complex comprises of an 18-hole course, a floodlit driving range and a superbly-appointed clubhouse that provides a bar, excellent catering and a shop. Though the golf course is open to the public, Roseberry Grange Golf Club is also based here.

Grange Vila Chester-le-Street | 0191 370 0670

Saltburn Surf Centre

Top surfing action ahoy at this well appointed venue.

Pier Car Park Saltburn | 01287 625 321

Seaburn Centre

This centre comprises mainly of a two-court sports hall, weight training/fitness studio and soft play area. Activities include: Badminton, 5-a-side, soft play, and table tennis, weight training, aerobics, volleyball, basketball, netball, and karate.

Whitburn Road Seaburn Sunderland | 0191 529 4091

Sherburn Leisure Centre

A popular local sports centre providing a good range of activities including exercise classes (such as mature keep-fit, ladies’ badminton, step aerobics and line dancing), self defence (kick-boxing and taekwondo), toning classes, football, roller-skating and gymnastics.

Front St. Sherburn Durham | 0191 3018 305

Silksworth Sports Complex

This is a fantastic 167 acre site which includes four grassed pitches, two floodlit artificial football pitches, watersports lake, athletics arena, fishing lake, BMX track and a brilliant dry ski-slope. This quite superb facility (including two nursery slopes) is floodlit, 165 metres long and offers year round recreational skiing and snowboarding, as well as tuition courses for all age groups and abilities.

Silksworth Lane Sunderland | 0191 553 5785

Southlands Leisure Centre

Large sports hall, theatre hall, gymnasium, fitness rooms, healthsuite and sunbeds. Licensed bar, cafeteria and creche facilities.

Ormesby Rd. Middlesbrough | 01642 300 428

Splash

Splash has been designed to make the kids go wild. It’s bright. It’s spacious. It has themed flumes!

Church Road Cleveland Stockton-on-Tees | 01642 527 272

St. Peter's Marina

One mile downstream from Newcastle Quay, St. Peter's Basin is an award-winning marina which offers a variety of watersports including powerboating.

St. Peter's Basin Newcastle | 0191 265 4472 | Byker Metro

Stadium of Light

This 48,300 seated stadium is where Sunderland Football Club plies their trade. Situated by the banks of the river Wear, it has been home to the “Black Cats” for over ten years now. The ticket hotline can be reached on 0871 911 1973.

Wearmouth Sunderland | 0191 551 5000 | Stadium Of Light Metro

Stockton Sports Centre

5-a-side, badminton, netball, volleyball and basketball. The centre also has six squash courts.

Talbot Street Stockton-on-Tees | 01642 528 282

Sunderland Aquatic Centre

Built next door to the Stadium of Light, this pool is the only one of its kind between Leeds and Edinburgh. It features the region's first 10 lane 50m pool as well as a spectacular diving pool with five-metre, three-metre and one-metre platforms. The centre also has two Wellness exercise studios, a split-level Wellness centre, a cardio-cycle zone, kinesis zone and free-weights zone for everyone to enjoy.

Wearmouth Sunderland | 0191 561 6161

Sunderland Climbing Wall

Sunderland wall has some of the best route setters in the country, testing the ability of beginners and top climbers alike. You will not find a higher, more impressive competition wall in the UK and probably Europe!

Docksford Works Pallion Quay Sunderland | 0191 514 4234

Sunderland Marine Activities Centre

Originally constructed by Brunel in 1837, the Dock has been renovated and extended to provide the modern Marina we now enjoy. Sunderland Marina aims to provide top class facilities combined with friendly, efficient service. The Marina is staffed 24/7, all year round and consists of 113 fore-and-aft moorings, 26 berths and 88 fully serviced pontoon berths.

North Dock Sunderland Roker | 0191 514 4721

Teesside White Water Course

The White Water Course will be closed until February 2010 . This is a superb facility for white water sports because it is so specialised. It offers flat-water facilities for the people who are as acquainted with water as a cactus. The white water is for the professionals, so if you don’t consider yourself a pro, say no!

Navigation Way Thornaby Stockton-on-Tees | 01642 678 000

The Acklam Sports Centre

In a nutshell, facilities include three sports halls, a swimming pool, a flood-lit artificial football pitch, 12 tennis courts and eight netballs courts.

Hall Drive Acklam Middlesbrough | 01642 822 357

The Clairville Stadium

An athletic based centre fitted with state of the art cardiovascular and resistance equipment. There is a running track, and sauna area.

Park Road South Middlesbrough | 01642 246 767

The Graham Sports Centre

Durham University’s considerable sporting achievements are thanks in no small part to this venue, its own sports centre, which boasts everything from a high-performance weights room to a four-lane athletics track. Facilities are generally monopolised by students during term-time but are available to the public at various times for a small cost.

Maiden Castle Durham | 0191 334 2178

The Municipal Golf Course

160 acres/6,300 yards of parkland are at your mercy. You can pay either by green fee, or if you develop a passion for golf, you can become a member. I just hope you have enough wardrobe space to house all of the up-and-coming pullovers that will be coming into your life post-membership.

Ladgate Lane Middlesbrough | 01642 315533

The Neptune Centre

The Neptune Centre has been making waves since 1998 because of its community swimming facility aka a pool.

Ormesby Rd. Berwick Hills Middlesbrough | 01642 230 106

The North East Dive Academy

At North East Diving Academy (NEDA) every type of diver is catered for, from the individual novice to the most advanced technical dive team. They offer a full range of diving equipment, sales, servicing and rental in addition to PADI and IANTD training courses. They are also the north's only full Nitrox and Trimix filling station providing air to 350 bar as well as tank testing.

1 Pier Cottage Marine Walk Sunderland | 0191 567 7777

The Ormesby Sports Complex

This place has a small sports hall which is the location for all your martial arts, climbing and trampolining needs. The aerobics room is self-explanatory, as is the multi use games area.

Ormesby Comprehensive School Stockwith Close Middlesbrough | 01642 466866

The Rainbow Leisure Centre

An expansive place where badminton, football, roller hockey, martial arts, trampolining, squash, spinning and swimming are very much the order of the day.

Parkway Centre Coulby Newham Middlesbrough | 01642 592 800

The Southlands Centre

The Southlands is similar to the Rainbow Leisure Centre in its facilities. It offers football, badminton, basketball, trampolining, table tennis, trampolining, a rollerdisco (I know!) and a countless number of fitness classes, which is the centre’s forte. They welcome all the family and it also operates the X4 Health and Fitness like the Rainbow Centre, so there’s no excuse for Middlesbrough to be obese, is there?

Ormesby Road Middlesbrough | 01642 300428

Thornaby Pavilion

This offers a plethora of leisure from Baby Gym to gymnastics, fitness classes, squash, badminton, yoga and five-a-side football.

Wrightson House Thornaby Cleveland Stockton-on-Tees | 01642 760 971

Top Gear Karting

A fully-fledged go-kart course is what’s on offer here, with a 200-metre-plus track length that provides ample opportunity for overtaking foes and an indoor setting that beats the weather and keeps things safe. Open 1pm-9pm (Mon.-Fri.) / 9am-7pm (Sat.) / 10am-6pm (Sun.)

13 Rennys Lane Durham | 0191 386 0999

Victoria Park

Formerly known as the Victoria Ground, Hartlepool United play their football here in English Football League Two. They are currently managed by Danny Wilson who has Premiership experience and is hoping to take ‘Pools back in the right direction. Perhaps the most well-known character at the Club is mascot H’Angus the Monkey who is always on hand to entertain the crowd!

Clarence Road Hartlepool | 01429 272 584

Washington Leisure Centre

This centre, situated adjacent to 'the Galleries' shopping centre offers a range of activities taken by fully qualified instructors. Facilities include swimming pool with aqua slide, sports hall, squash courts, soft-play and a Wellness Gym offering first class fitness equipment and a range of classes.

Town Centre Washington | 0191 219 3400

Wet 'n' Wild Waterpark

Wheee! Wet 'N Wild is the UK's largest water fun park and they have oodles of attractions .

Royal Quays North Shields | 0191 296 1333 | Meadow Well Metro

Whickham Thorns Outdoor Activity Centre

Ski slope, skatepark, indoor and outdoor climbing, assault course, orienteering, archery and mountain biking are just some of the facilities available at this leisure complex which provides opportunities for groups or individuals to participate in a range of outdoor activities not usually found so close to urban areas.

Market Lane Dunston | 0191 433 5767