Probus Club in
 North Tyneside


North Shields Probus Club, established in 1982, bids a warm welcome to retired and semi-retired men, and aspires to deliver a broader experience to those in retirement. 

Who are we?

We are a small group of retired men who currently meet once a month to have a tea/coffee together and watch an illustrated presentation by a guest presenter on a variety of subjects.

What’s in it for you?

When do we meet?

Every SECOND Wednesday morning of the month, 10.00 for 10.30 start and finishing around 12.00.

About the Monthly Meetings:

Meetings start off with free tea/coffee/biscuits when you can have an informal chat with other members. A formal talk, normally by a visiting speaker follows, nominally starting at 10.30 and finishing around 11.45. Topics for talks can cover a broad range of subjects and have included subjects such as local history, travel and famous people. Typical previous talks have been entitled: Tommy in the Trenches, Billy Connolly, Hidden Durham Cathedral, Northumberland Ghosts, Rise and Fall of the Great British Pub and USA National Parks.

Periodic visits, walks and social events 

These are arranged occasionally and are open to guests such as spouses and partners. Visits have included the Royal Yacht Britannia, The National Mining museum and Historic buildings in Newcastle. Local Walks often include an historical theme such as Newcastle Town Walls, Jesmond Dene/Armstrong Park, Tynemouth History loop, Seaton Sluice/Hartley history/nature loop, St Bede’s Way. Social Events are also sometimes arranged e.g. a lunchtime meal. There is no obligation to attend any of these additional events although, of course, we would like members to participate.

Where to we meet?

MARDEN RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION, BAVINGTON GARDENS, MARDEN ESTATE, NORTH SHIELDS, NE30 3QD  (located behind the houses on the west side of the street - see map here)

The Club is renowned for our informality and humour, and we try our best to make every new member welcome. So why not come and join us to enjoy pleasant company in a relaxed environment. We endeavour to make you feel welcome from your very first visit!

Want More Information?

Come to any monthly meeting to find out more or email nsprobusinfo@gmail.com for more information about becoming a member. Could we please ask anyone who is contacting the Club to offer their services as a potential speaker to email probusnorthshields@gmail.com

Costs: Will it break the bank?

Subs (after the first free visit) are £2 per meeting, including refreshments.