Alan Shearer Centre

Alan Shearer Centre The Alan Shearer Centre is a free, highly specialist, disability, respite and social provision for children and adults with disabilities.
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Welcome to the Alan Shearer Centre page. The site is designed for users of our Centre as an interactive space where you can share information, ask questions, post pictures, provide feedback and keep up with our news. The Alan Shearer Centre comprises two distinct facilities within the same building:
• The Alan Shearer Activity Centre
• The Alan Shearer Short Break Centre

The Centre has

its own dedicated fundraising arm:
• The Alan Shearer Foundation

Launched in May 2012, the funds raised through the Foundation go directly to support these two facilities to provide additional benefits for existing users. The Alan Shearer Activity Centre
The specialist Activity Centre, funded entirely by the Foundation, is completely free of charge to use and is open weekly, Monday to Saturday. It offers access to an array of sensory, fun, and social facilities and activities for disabled people of all ages. We have a hydrotherapy suite, sensory rooms, an interactive sensory cave, a giant ball pool, art and craft rooms and an on-site café. All sensory areas, including the hydrotherapy suite are equipped with tracking hoists for those with mobility difficulties. The Activity Centre also has beautifully landscaped gardens, offering a mix of large lawn areas and quiet woodland walks with wheelchair accessible paths. The Alan Shearer Short Break Centre
The Short Break Centre is a registered facility and provides professional respite breaks for people with complex disabilities and challenging behaviour, including people on the autistic spectrum and with Asperger’s Syndrome. The Centre provides parents and carers with a well-earned rest and peace of mind. The Alan Shearer Centre has full access to the Activity Centre and is the only short break centre in the north east with access to such a wide range of specialist facilities within several acres of grounds. Existing users also benefit from additional free respite breaks, funded by the Foundation. Ring Gareth Bainbridge to arrange a visit or to find out more information about the Alan Shearer Centre. If you would like to find our how to donate to the Alan Shearer Foundation, visit our website or follow us on Twitter.

Join us for a fun, friendly Music Therapy session with Kim!🎹Suitable for all ages and abilities!🥁Call us on 0191 267 811...
04/09/2026

Join us for a fun, friendly Music Therapy session with Kim!🎹Suitable for all ages and abilities!🥁Call us on 0191 267 8118 Places are limited!📞

03/09/2026

Fly on down to the Centre to make a bird feeder for your garden!🐦Call us on 0191 267 8118 to book your place📞

Can you paint a pumpkin?🎨Can you craft a conker?🎃Join us at the Centre for some autumn themed arts and crafts! Call us o...
03/09/2026

Can you paint a pumpkin?🎨Can you craft a conker?🎃Join us at the Centre for some autumn themed arts and crafts! Call us on 0191 267 8118 to book📞

Oompah loompah do pa de do come down to the Centre for Roald Dahl Day!🍫🍭🍑🦊Join us for some themed arts and crafts and re...
03/09/2026

Oompah loompah do pa de do come down to the Centre for Roald Dahl Day!🍫🍭🍑🦊Join us for some themed arts and crafts and reading! 📖 Call us on 0191 267 8118 to book 📞

Makaton Awareness Day – spreading the word 📣Disability services across our charity are supporting with a range of acti...
28/08/2026

Makaton Awareness Day – spreading the word 📣

Disability services across our charity are supporting with a range of activities and resources, highlighting the importance of Makaton in promoting inclusion and empowering people through communication.

uses a combination of symbols, signs and gestures to help disabled people communicate more confidently and effectively, reducing the frustration that can come from feeling unheard or misunderstood.

At our Hub@Parkhead day centre in Ashington, Makaton took centre stage as Hub member Hayley led the weekly communication session. Hayley was delighted to share the knowledge and experience she has gained through using Makaton as her preferred method of communication, while encouraging others to learn and develop their skills too.

Meanwhile, at our Alan Shearer Activity Centre, members enjoyed a variety of interactive activities centred around Makaton. Staff also raised awareness of the skills they have developed through the charity's Makaton training programme, helping them to better support people who choose to use the communication programme.

“Makaton is just one of the communication methods our staff teams are familiar with across the charity,” said Disability Lead, Jackie. “Knowing the preferred methods of communication for the people we support fosters inclusion and empowerment and minimises the frustration often felt by people who have different communication needs.”

Join us at the Centre for a fun group music therapy session with Kim Saul!🤩All ages and abilities welcome!🪇Call us on 01...
28/08/2026

Join us at the Centre for a fun group music therapy session with Kim Saul!🤩All ages and abilities welcome!🪇Call us on 0191 267 8118 to book, places are limited!🪘

26/08/2026

A fantastic challenge for a fantastic cause! 💚

Why not get involved, get moving and help us make every mile count! 👟💙

There was plenty of fun and a touch of friendly competition when some of our members took part in sporting activities sp...
26/08/2026

There was plenty of fun and a touch of friendly competition when some of our members took part in sporting activities specially organised for them by Smile Through Sport.

The Centre’s grounds were filled with laughter as members enjoyed a range of individual and team games designed to support dexterity, grip strength and co-ordination, while encouraging everyone to take part at their own pace.

“We’re always delighted to welcome Smile Through Sport,” said Activity Centre Manager, Jackie. “Their sessions create a fun, inclusive environment where children and adults of all abilities can get involved, build confidence and enjoy being active.

"The activities are carefully adapted to individual needs, helping to support movement, co-ordination and mobility in a way that feels enjoyable and accessible for everyone.”

Discover the power of music 🎶We're delighted to be offering specialist music therapy sessions at the Alan Shearer Activi...
25/08/2026

Discover the power of music 🎶

We're delighted to be offering specialist music therapy sessions at the Alan Shearer Activity Centre, led by Kim, a music therapist trained by Nordoff and Robbins, the UK's largest music therapy charity.

These relaxed small-group sessions are designed specifically for people with disabilities. Through music, participants can express themselves, build confidence, connect with others and, most importantly, have fun.

Whether you enjoy playing instruments, singing along or simply listening, everyone is welcome. Sessions are limited to six people to ensure a supportive and personalised experience.

Starting Monday 31 August

Adults

11.00am to 11.45am
12.00 noon to 12.45pm
Children

1.00pm to 1.45pm
2.00pm to 2.45pm

Book your place today!

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For many young men, spending an evening listening to music, socialising and enjoying a night out with friends is a norma...
20/08/2026

For many young men, spending an evening listening to music, socialising and enjoying a night out with friends is a normal part of life. For Dan, who lives at our Alan Shearer Specialist Residential Home, it is no different.

A keen music fan who loves getting out and about, Dan recently enjoyed a memorable evening at nightclub Digital, accompanied by Residential Care Officer Danny.

The pair headed into the city to attend a country music-themed event, where Dan was able to immerse himself in the atmosphere, enjoy the music and meet new people 🤠

Manager Claire said: "Dan had a brilliant time. The staff couldn't have been more welcoming and he was even invited to join a hen party that was there that night. He was absolutely buzzing when he got back."

At Alan Shearer Specialist Residential Home, support is tailored around each person's individual interests, choices and goals. Whether that's attending football matches, enjoying live music, spending time with friends or trying new experiences, the focus is on helping people live the lives they want to lead.

Address

The Alan Shearer Centre, West Denton Close
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE157LU

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441912678118

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