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Summer in Newcastle

Find out about what's going on in and around Newcastle during the summer months.

Will you be in Newcastle during the summer period?

If you'll be in Newcastle for all or part of the summer, there are plenty of events and activities you can take part in happening in the local area.

Activities and events

Give it a Go activities

There are still activities offered through Give it a Go! Have a look at some of the events happening:

Check out NUSU What's On for more activities and events from your Students' Union.

Events in and around Newcastle

Take a look at some of the events that are taking place in and around Newcastle:

 

Things to do in Newcastle

Have you visited these places in Newcastle yet? 

Day trip destinations

Explore more of the North East with these possible day trip destinations:

Student recommendations

Check out some of our students' top recommendations for things to do over summer:

Campus facilities and services

Library and Academic Services

Opening Hours

Visit the Library website for opening hours over the summer.

Library Skills Support

The Academic Skills Team will be supporting students throughout the summer with a wealth of advice and guidance available through the Academic Skills Kit. Together with the Library Liaison Team, they will also continue to offer the popular Your Skills programme. 

Libby App

Libby is a free resource you can access through the University which has all kinds of e-books, audiobooks and magazines available, from popular fiction to wellness and lifestyle.

Access TV and Film

Have you met BOB (Box of Broadcasts)? It's an archive of over two million radio and television broadcasts from over 75 free-to-air channels, including all BBC channels, ITV and Channel 4, plus some international channels. New programmes are added to BoB as they are broadcast each day.

This is not the only resource available through the Library! Have a look at some other films and documentaries.

Careers Service

Book a one-to-one appointment

You can book an online or in-person appointment through MyCareer. Appointments are available with:

  • careers consultants
  • CV advisers
  • information advisers
  • START UP advisers

Online resources

You can access our range of free online careers resources, which includes:

  • AI feedback for CVs, cover letters and interviews
  • Recruitment test practice
  • Overseas employment opportunities and advice
  • Business start-up guides and information
  • Virtual internships
  • Information and advice for students with disabilities
START UP

Stay in touch over summer

If you're new to entrepreneurship or you've had a START UP appointment and looking to drive your idea forward, we're still here over the summer break!
 
Don't forget you can book an appointment with the START UP team at any stage of your business or idea. Book an appointment now. 

 

King's Gate START UP space

Don't forget, if you’re a student or recent graduate working on a business or social enterprise, come make this space your own! Spaces are limited, so get in touch with the START UP team to chat about working from here.

You can book an online or in-person appointment with a START UP adviser through MyCareer.

Eat@Newcastle opening hours

Several campus cafes and food outlets will remain open over summer.

Please check opening times on the Catering webpage.

Sports Centre

The Sports Centre will be open as below throughout the summer months:

  • Monday - Friday: 07:00 - 22:00
  • Weekends: 09:00 - 17:00

The facility will be closed on Monday 31 August 2026 for the Bank Holiday.

Check out the latest membership offers and Pay As You Go (PAYG) bookings, starting at £6 a session.

Download the NCL Sport app to manage your bookings.

 

Language Resource Centre

The Language Resource Centre will remain open throughout the Spring Break:

  • Monday - Friday, 09:00 to 17:00

The facility will be closed on Monday 31 August 2026.

The LRC has plenty of online resources you can access at any time, including films and series from around the world. 

ResLife

Find out what’s on and when from ResLife via Instagram: @reslife_ncl 

Wellbeing support

There will be no evening clinic over the summer. Opening hours for the Wellbeing Service are Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00.

For more information about the service and the support available to you, please visit the Wellbeing webpage.

Spectrum Life - Wellbeing app

Take some time to explore our new Wellbeing App - Spectrum Life. With plenty of support options to choose from, why not register now to access hours of wellbeing content and improve your mental health, fitness, and nutrition.

You can also access your Student Support Service, redeem lots of wellbeing discounts, and much more! All you need to do is:

  1. Go to: newcastleuniversitystudents.spectrum.life/login
  2. Click: New here? Sign up!
  3. You will need to use your college/university’s unique code: NUNI
  4. Create a password and click: Sign Up
  5. Make sure to download the Spectrum.Life app
Spectrum Life - Mental Health support

As stated above, Spectrum offers Mental Health support which is 24/7 -  they understand that mental health distress is not a 9-5 Monday to Friday issue.

Their team of mental health professionals can provide you with immediate help and support in managing whatever issues you are facing, as well as referral into further support where appropriate.

They offer access to their mental health team via telephone, live chat, SMS & WhatsApp channels.

Their team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Call them on:
UK: +448000318227
International: 0035315180277
Whatsapp/SMS: 07418 360 780