“From babies to pensioners, join us for our social groups, you will be made most welcome”. Liz and Anne (Churchwardens)

PIlates

This is a great way to keep fit, build your core and meet new people. They meet each wednesday from 12.30-1.30pm

For more information you can contact Anne the church warden on 07961554565.

pensioners group

The ladies meet each Thursday from 12.00 - 2.00pm. An afternoon of fun playing bingo and socialising with other ladies. For more information contact Joan on 4554754.

Friday Bingo

The group meet the 1st Friday of each month from 6.30pm in the lounge. A great night of Bingo and laughter.

Parent and Toddler Group

A lovely parent led group in the main hall. Lots of toys, snacks and social time for children and parents / carers / grandparents.

Mondays from 9.30-11.30am. Church open from 9am

South Tyneside Pipe and Drums

The members meet each Tuesday between 7.00pm - 9.00pm bar the first Tuesday of the month. Any pipers or drummers welcome.

Contact Duncan 4554754 for more information.

Art Venturers

A lovely children, toddler babies group that combines art with fun and community togetherness. For more information contact

Wednesday mornings. Book through Nicola via the link below https://www.artventurers.co.uk/southshields

Tug Boatman

We have great group of ex Tugboat man, Pilots and anyone interested in the history of the Tyne Tugs and worldwide ones.

The group is small but passionate and are most welcoming in new members. Please use the contact page to email us for more information.

Safeguarding

We the parish of St Aiden and St Stephen are committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Durham's safeguarding page https://durhamdiocese.org/safeguarding-abuse-concerns/ contains vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (DSA), who advises PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services which is South Tyneside Council 01914271717.