Great Park Neighbourhood Association

16/06/2026

📢 New Youth Opportunity Coming to Great Park!

We are excited to hear that the Marine Training Corps are looking to start a new unit at the Great Park Community Centre!

This is a fantastic opportunity for young people in our area to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and gain teamwork experience in a supportive environment.

Junior Cadets: Ages 9 to 12
Senior Cadets: Ages 12 to 18

🎖️ Volunteers Wanted

The unit is also seeking adult volunteers to help lead and support the cadets. You do not need any prior military experience to get involved!

Check out the full details in the flyer below. If you or your children are interested in joining, please reach out to them directly at [email protected] to find out more.

17/05/2026

GPNA UPDATE: Security Concerns at the Sage Building & Great Park Service Charge Inquiry 🚨

Alongside Cllr Imran Mohammed, I have formally written to the Avant Homes Management Team regarding the rapid escalation of anti-social behavior and trespassing at the vacant Sage site.

While urban exploration has happened sporadically in the past, the building has recently gained significant traction on social media, drawing large, masked gangs from outside Castle Ward and the North East region to the site.

This is having a severe knock-on effect on our family-oriented community. We’ve seen intimidating behavior in the town centre, racial abuse directed at staff at our local One Stop, and disruption in the supermarket. Furthermore, the site's alarm is frequently being triggered, disturbing nearby residents during evenings and weekends.

While the police have been responsive, we need a proactive, private security presence on-site.

What We Are Asking From Avant Homes:

1. Immediate improvement to Security Measures:

What urgent steps are being taken to secure the perimeter and mitigate this nuisance?

2. Park-Wide Service Charge Clarity:

An update on how Avant’s proposed development integrates with existing frameworks alongside co-developers Taylor Wimpey and Persimmon Homes.

3. Demolition Timelines & Direct Contact:

Clear timelines for the demolition and a designated point of contact for future queries.

We are pushing for a prompt response so we can reassure Castle Ward residents that these issues are being actively addressed.

👉 Read our full, formal letter to Avant Homes here:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uYQE4c4KYr4-siOjYyD9k9Hxm7-dhtBMMW1pDdEvuks/edit?usp=drivesdk

🏡 New to Newcastle Great Park?

If you are new to the area or looking to stay updated with local information, here are the official political pages and community groups to follow:

Local Political Updates:

💚 Castle Ward Greens:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EqA71VDyx/

💛 Castle Ward Lib Dems:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1E3dGPG5gB/

♥️ Castle Ward Labour:
https://www.facebook.com/share/18cxsVNPio/

Community Groups:

❤️ Great Park Town Centre Group:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DXjpdd7fR/

❤️ Great Park Residents Group (Well-established):
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19nUPK2aHd/

Subject: URGENT: Security Concerns at Sage Building & Great Park Service Charge Inquiry Dear Avant Homes Management Team, I and Cllr Imran Mohammed are writing to you in our capacities as the local Councillors for Castle Ward in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Following my recent conversations with your...

16/05/2026

There is a large group of young people gathered near The Sage today attempting to gain entry to the building.

​We have reported the situation to the police. We ask all residents to remain vigilant and be aware that there is currently a significant number of youth from outside the local area on the estate.

09/05/2026

We have popped down to see the GP One Stop team tonight after some unkind behaviour from two teenagers at the shop earlier this afternoon.

The police were contacted by local residents and both children were picked up.

It was important to note that these young people were not from the local area and the team said they had never seen them before.

Thank you to our residents for reporting it so quickly, and thank you to our local policing team for responding so quickly!

Let's continue to support this hard working team ♥️👍

06/05/2026

🗳️ May Local Elections: Your Voice for our Community

Tomorrow, Thursday 7th May, is election day! We want to wish the best of luck to everyone standing to be our local champions. Regardless of the outcome, the GPNA looks forward to working with and supporting our elected councillors to make our neighborhood the best it can be.

🤝 What is a Local Councillor?

It’s important to remember that a councillor is not "the Council", they are your representative. Their job is to listen to your concerns, share your voice in the chamber, and fight for the services that affect our daily lives like unfinished paths and roads, better facilities for our children, safe crossings, better bus services, healthcare provision, and lacking infrastructure.

📝 Voting Essentials

1. This is an "all-out" election, which means you have three votes to cast for the candidates you feel will best represent our area.

2. Voter ID: You must bring a valid photo ID to the polling station to vote.

3. Polling Cards: You do not need your polling card with you to vote, as long as you are on the electoral register and have your ID.

4. Postal Votes: If you have a postal vote but forgot to mail it, don't worry! You can hand-deliver your completed postal vote pack to your local polling station before 10 PM tomorrow.

5. Where to Vote: If you aren't sure where your polling station is, you can find it instantly here:

wheredoivote.co.uk

🏁 Every Vote Counts

This is expected to be a very tight race, and in local elections, just a few votes can decide who represents us for the next term.

If you are still undecided, we encourage you to look at the platforms of the main contenders to see who aligns with your priorities, the other parties don't appear to be anywhere close to winning:

Green Party: 💚
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GSMVFGXTD/

Labour Party: ♥️
https://www.facebook.com/share/177Rvxj3Zb/

Liberal Democrats: 💛
https://www.facebook.com/share/18LnFnjDRp/

Local people. Local issues. Local results.See you at the polls Great Parkers! 🗳️

03/05/2026

80,776 reasons to say thank you! 📈🙌

​We’ve just reviewed the insights for the last 28 days, and the results are clear: our community is more engaged than ever and attracting a national voice.

Seeing over 80,000 views on our updates proves that when we focus on what truly matters like protecting our wildlife, local safety, and the future of Great Park people listen.

​Your engagement gives our neighborhood a powerful voice that can’t be ignored.

Whether it's signing petitions or sharing local news, thank you for being part of a team that puts Great Park first. Let’s keep this momentum going!

02/05/2026

Positive Steps Toward Great Park Healthcare Provision 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

The Great Park Neighbourhood Association (GPNA) is encouraged to see renewed momentum regarding the long-awaited health centre for our community.

After years of anticipation, there are now several active fronts working to secure this essential facility for residents.

We are pleased to highlight two significant updates that suggest a positive shift in progress...

Stakeholder Engagement: A meeting has been scheduled with the Consortium (Taylor Wimpey and Persimmon Homes) specifically to discuss land opportunities and the logistical requirements for a dedicated health centre on Great Park.

Community Advocacy: A formal petition is being organised for submission to Newcastle City Council (NCC), further ensuring that the voices of residents are heard at the local government level.

The GPNA views these concurrent efforts as a major positive step forward. It is heartening to see different groups taking proactive stances to address the healthcare gap in our ward.

We remain committed to supporting any initiative that brings us closer to finally seeing a GP surgery established on our doorsteps.

Have Your Say:

To ensure the community's needs are accurately represented in upcoming discussions with developers, resident feedback is vital. We encourage everyone to share their views and help shape the future of our local healthcare.

Submit your feedback here:
https://forms.gle/5PXGiQJmzsyfn5J87

Working together to make Great Park a better place to live.

This short survey is being conducted by the Green Party Castle Ward candidates Imran Mohammed, Jamie Robinson, and Andrew Welch to understand residents' views on healthcare provision in Great Park, Newcastle upon Tyne. Your responses will help shape policy and discussions with health authorities and...

26/04/2026

⚠️ SAFETY ALERT: Toxic Plants at Hazlerigg Playing Fields

Please be aware that we have been made aware by local residents that Scotch Broom has recently been planted between the ditch leading to the farmer's field and the back of the playing fields.

The Risk: This plant is highly toxic to dogs and local wildlife if ingested.

The Concern: It is also an invasive species that can quickly crowd out native food sources for deer.

Action: If your dog tends to graze or "nibble" while on walks, please keep them on a lead or steer clear of the ditch area. 👍