Football Friday's drop-in sessions with Newcastle United Foundation
Caught football fever with this year's Fifa World Cup? It doesn't have to stop there!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Get ready for Football Fridays led by Newcastle United Foundation coaches, the charity arm of NUFC dedicated to inspiring young people through sport.
Kids can dip in and out of activities, practise new skills and join friendly challenges throughout the day. There's plenty of multi‑sport equipment to try out and don’t miss the Keepy‑Up Challenge. How many keepy‑ups can you do, and will you make it onto the leaderboard? Come back each week to beat your score or defend your title.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
Green Close Field
- Other
A responsible adult will be asked to remain at Green Close Field for the duration of the session.
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