There are so many great events near you this summer
Apr 8 2009 by Matthew Moore, The Journal
TYNE and Wear is packed full of events and activities for the adventure-hungry to get their teeth into this summer.
In the shadow of ancient Tynemouth Priory world class surfers will descend on October 24-25 to take up the challenge of Xperience 09.
In the meantime enthusiastic amateurs can take advantage of the awesome waves. Tynemouth Surf Co provides two-hour lessons from s25 including board and wet suit hire. (0191) 258-2496.
For adrenalin junkies Whickham Thorns in Gateshead organises and supports a range of extreme sports including snowboarding, sledging and snow tubing, orienteering and archery, www.gateshead.gov.uk Snowboarding and tubing is also available at Silksworth Sports Complex, Sunderland www.sunderland.gov.uk/leisure while Climb Newcastle offers a state- of-the-art climbing wall www.climbnewcastle.com
Tyne and Wear is home to a maze of scenic cycle routes including the Two Rivers Cycleway between Sunderland and South Shields.
On June 12-14, Northern Rock Cyclone takes place at locations across the North East and kicks off with Leazes Criterium in Newcastle. The event attracts cyclists of all abilities, including world-class competitors. www.northernrockcyclone.co.uk
Saddle Skedaddle organises supported and self-guided cycling holidays including the popular Coast 2 Coast and Hadrians Cycleway, both routes can be started or finished at the Tyne and Wear coast. www.skedaddle.co.uk
To find out about much more to do in Tyne and Wear, isit www.visitnewcastlegateshead.co.uk
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