As half-term approaches, many families will be considering how to keep busy while keeping costs low.

North East Family Fun has put together a list of local half-term highlights, drop-in events, free events, kids eat free or for £1 offers, bookable events, top picks for little ones, ideas for teens and dog friendly events over on their website.

Many of the offers highlighted are at low or no-cost, helping families make savings this half-term. Amongst the cafes and restaurants offering discounted child rates this half-term locally are larger chains like Morrisons Cafe, Chiquitos, Hard Rock Cafe, IKEA Cafe, M&S Cafe, Toby Carvery, Bella Italia and more – while dozens of local independents are also joining in too!

To keep up to date with the latest offers, like North East Family Fun on Facebook!