Newcastle youth get healthy dose of history

Young people in Newcastle are enjoying a unique blend of exercise, history and healthy eating thanks to a community project. 

Pupils from Bridgewater Primary School and Scotswood Village Nursery have been learning about local history through fun activities, including space hopper jousting and lessons on foods from the past.

The project, run by local charity Healthworks in partnership with Newcastle Castle and funded by the New Tyne West Development Company (NTWDC), is part of efforts to promote wellbeing in the community. 

Healthworks, celebrating 30 years of helping the region, has also secured free passes to Newcastle Castle for local families.

Lisa Conroy, from the health promotion team at Healthworks, said: “The sessions have been brilliant! 

“The children have enjoyed learning about the history of their local area, getting active and comparing the food we eat today with that of generations past.”

Geoff Scott, social value manager at Keepmoat Homes and NTWDC representative, added: “It was great to come down to the castle to see one of these excellent sessions in progress! 

“Who would have thought some medieval madness could generate so many learning opportunities for the young members of our community – both about the area in which they live and around staying healthy. 

“Well done to Newcastle Castle and to Healthworks for identifying another opportunity to make healthy lifestyles fun.”

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