Blyth Tall Ship & Shipbuilding Workshop – 30th March – Blyth, Northumberland

Blyth Tall Ship

Step into a world of maritime history and craftsmanship with an exclusive Scotmid Members tour of the Blyth Tall Ship traditional boatbuilding workshop and historic tall ship. Blyth Tall Ship is a remarkable charity preserving and reviving the area’s shipbuilding heritage through education, heritage skills training, and hands-on maritime experiences. Alongside maintaining a 100-year-old tall […]

The Brain‑Boosting Power of Online Book Communities

📚✨ The Brain‑Boosting Power of Online Book Communities As part of our partnership with Alzheimer’s Scotland and Alzheimer’s Society, we want to draw your attention to the amazing benefits that books and online book communities like Scotmid’s Bookmarks group can have for your brain health. By taking steps to improve your brain health now, you […]

Beginner Pottery Class – Harehope Quarry, Frosterley – 7th Feb 2026

Green Man Pottery

Ever fancied trying your hand at pottery? Join us for a free Lakes and Dales Members workshop in the beautiful surroundings of Harehope Quarry near Frosterley where you’ll learn how to sculpt and decorate your very own ceramic Green Man. 👨‍🎨 What you’ll do: Hand-build your Green Man using earthenware clay Create facial features with simple pottery techniques Experiment with […]

Christmas Crafting Workshop – Seaton Delaval – 20th December

Origami gift boxes

An afternoon of FREE festive crafting with Maggie of “Something from the Craft Room”. Come along and have a laugh and a chat while making an Origami Gift Box or Bag! Festive refreshments and nibbles and all materials are included. You don’t need to know what you are doing and at the end of the […]

Free Backstage Theatre Tour – Keswick

Theatre by the Lake Backstage Tour Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a theatre? Now’s your chance to find out! Join us at Theatre By The Lake for an exclusive backstage tour where you’ll get a sneak peek into the magic that brings productions to life. From the costume department to the lighting […]