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We kindly welcome all new asylum seekers arriving in Northumberland. We are here to make all asylum seekers and refugees feel welcome and safe.

Here is your activities programme from Northumberland County of Sanctuary (NCOS).

Blyth Drop-in:

St. Cuthbert’s Church Hall

Tuesday, 12:00 – 13:00

Saturday, fortnightly on the second and fourth week, 13:00 -15: 00

For more information, contact 

ncos.blyth2025@gmail.com 

Ashington Drop-in:
St. Andrew’s Church Hall

Tuesday, 11.00 – 13.00

Saturday, 13.00 – 15.00

For more information, contact 

ncos.ashington2025@gmail.com

Bedlington 

Family Hub, Stead Lane

Thursday, 14:00 – 15:30 

For more information, contact 

ncos.bedlington2025@gmail.com

At the drop-ins, you can;
– Meet people and make friends
– Access Wi-Fi
– Enjoy refreshments
– Access help with essential items.
– Have face-to-face confidential appointments with the Red Cross and other partners.

Learn English Together Classes (LET) 

Ashington, on Thursdays 10:00 -14:00 

Bedlington, on Thursdays 13:00 – 14:00

There are local activities you might be interested in taking part in. See the table below