Tuesday, June 10

Steps and Stories - High Heaton, Paddy Freeman Park

Steps & Stories is a chance to discover the joy of audiobooks through Newcastle Libraries' Reading for Wellbeing Team's new audiobook walks

By Newcastle Libraries

Date and time

Tuesday, June 10 · 10:30am - 12pm GMT+1

Location

High Heaton Library

Newton Place Newcastle upon Tyne NE7 7HD United Kingdom

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Take an easy hour-long walk from High Heaton Library and through Paddy Freeman. You can enjoy nature and listen to an audiobook. At the end, you can chat about the book you listened to and share your thoughts.

The walk will start and end at High Heaton Library at 10:30 am. You can have a cup of tea or coffee there, and there are toilets you can use.

The path will be paved, and the route will go up and down hills.

If you have any questions about accessibility or health issues, please email readingforwellbeing@newcastle.gov.uk.

The walk is free, and there’s no cost to join in. Tablets with audiobooks are available if you don’t have your own device. Helpers are also on hand to show you how to use the Libraries Borrow Box app for more audiobooks.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a charge to attend this walk?

No

What footwear will I need?

All of this walk takes place on tarmacked paths, please note in wet weather can be slippery and therefore grippy trainers would be advisable.

How do I get there?

The start location can be reached by bus, the nearest bus stop is Newton Road-Newton Place. Jesmond metro station 1.5 miles away from the start location. Limited parking is available on local streets . Check the signage for the length of time you can park. Disabled parking is available.

Can children come on this walk?

No - this is walk is for over 18s only.

Can I bring my dog?

No - dogs are not permitted on this walk.

Are there animals or livestock on this route?

No - although route is popular with dog walkers.

Organized by

Newcastle Libraries

The public libraries of Newcastle upon Tyne