48 things to do along the Tyne Derwent Way

Download an activity book below - bursting with facts, activities and, of course, things to do along the Tyne Derwent Way. This is a PDF version - in colour or in black and white - but we also have physical copies which are yours, for free, to collect from venues along the Tyne Derwent Way, including:

• BALTIC (at the Hello desk)
• St Mary's Heritage Centre
• Staiths Café
• Tyne Derwent Way at Dunston Staiths
• Land of Oak and Iron
• Thornley Woodlands Centre
• Gibside, National Trust

Download the colour verison of the pdf (PDF, 0 B)(opens new window)

Download the black and white verison of the pdf (PDF, 0 B)(opens new window)

You can also pick up stamps at these locations along the Tyne Derwent Way- one of the activities in the book. Can you collect them all?

How 48 Things... came about

During winter 2023 and 2024, we spent time with 13 different community groups of people who live, work and/or volunteer in Gateshead. We asked what they'd like to see happening along the Tyne Derwent Way to engage people in the rich heritage, nature and culture along Gateshead's rivers. 48 Things was an idea that was popular with everyone. It's really exciting to be sharing it, brought to life by Paulina's beautiful artwork. The 'things to do' in this activity book were sourced from local people at our launch event in April 2024 - thanks to everyone who contributed, we hope you can spot your idea in some form. Enjoy exploring the Tyne Derwent Way, and the limitless things to do along it - including these 48 things to get you started!