HERE are 10 ideas to keep you entertained this weekend.

1 Cirque du Hilarious

When?

Saturday, August 6 

Where?

Brocksbushes Farm, Corbridge

The unique circus, which brings together magic, mayhem, comedy chaos, silly slapstick and awe-inspiring acts marks its Silver Jubilee year this summer.

Slapstick superstars Danny Adams, brother Mick Potts and dad Clive Webb includes a new daredevil act where Danny plays Captain Splat, the human cannonball.

2 Open Day at Northumbrian Flowers

When?

Sunday, August 7 

Where?

Battlesteads Hotel

For the first time, Northumbrian Flowers is opening their flower field to the public as part of the Flower Farmers' Big Weekend.

There will be garden roses and dahlias, along with a range of perennials and summer flowers to enjoy.

Entry is free, refreshments are provided, and the public can pick their own flowers.

3 The Tortoise and The Hare – A Suitcase Story

When?

Saturday, August 6 

Where?

The Queen's Hall

An interactive story for under six-year-olds and grownups with live music, puppetry and a reimagined tale.

4 Family Beach Wildlife Watch

When?

Thursday, August 4

Where?

Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre

Learn about the sea creatures that call the North East their home, while hopefully spotting them too.

Recommended for ages four up to 11.

5 Acle Saxon Re-Enactment

When?

Saturday, August 6

Where?

Bamburgh Castle

Exploring the Anglo-Saxon camp, brought to life by re-enactors.

There will be displays of cooking, baking, and brewing, textile crafts like embroidery, spinning, weaving and tablet braiding.

Try on chain mail and swing a sword like a Saxon warrior, or try honing your archery skills.

6 Where the Crawdads Sing

When?

Friday, August 5 

Where?

The Forum

The film tells the story of Kya, an abandoned girl who raised herself to adulthood in the dangerous marshlands of North Carolina. 

7 Earth Cafe

When?

Saturday, August 6

Where?

Hexham 

Try one of the many healthy options at the newly opened cafe in Hexham.

From bento bowls, Thai noodles, and healthy breakfast options including smoothie bowls, there's something for everyone.

8 The Wynd Workshop and Gallery

When?

Saturday, August 6

Where?

Near St. Mary's Wynd, Hexham

Showcasing photographer and videographer Pete Wilkinson's work as framed pieces and greeting cards, The Wynd displays fine art prints of images captured around the Tyne Valley.

9 Project Escape

When?

Sunday, August 7

Where?

Find clues, solve puzzles, eliminate the impossible and escape Hexham's first escape room in one hour.

Try Sherlocked: Case of the Hexham Heads or The Cursed Attic.

10 Picnic in the Cheviot Valley

When?

Sunday, August 7

Where?

Northumberland National Park

Scaling the Scottish Border, The Cheviots include vast swathes of Northumberland National Park - explore valleys and waterfalls or discover wildlife.