SEND games 6-17yrs with Smile Through Sport: Summer of Play
Outdoor games and activities for young people aged 6-17 years with SEND.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Families with special educational needs and disabilities are invited to try a variety of games and activities with trained coaches from Smile Through Sport.
Sessions will be tailored to the needs and interests of participating young people on the day.
This is a free event, but please book your place. Includes free admission for up to two people per child, in addition to carers.
Smile Through Sport is a North East based disability sport charity. It was founded by Paralympian Stephen Miller MBE to provide events, sessions and education to improve the health and wellbeing of people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities throughout the North East of England. They provide a range of services for organisations, individuals and families.
Times
The basics
- Booking number
Call n/a
- Accessibility
Activities will take place on grass. Please see our homepage for more information on the accessibility of Gibside and how we can support. If you have any questions about accessibility, please email gibside@nationaltrust.org.uk.
- Meeting point
Event takes place on the lawn behind the Market Place café and adjacent to the Chapel. The area will be signposted on the day.
- Suitability for children
Suitable for age 6-17
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