Stay Connected This Spring: Free Digital Support for Rural Communities

31st Mar 2026

As the Winter chill fades and Spring arrives, there’s renewed energy in our rural communities — and the Rural Digital Inclusion Project continues to support people across Northumberland to grow their confidence with digital technology.

Spring brings longer, lighter days and a sense of fresh beginnings — a great time to start learning new skills or revisit old ones.

Whether you’re looking to get online with ease or simply enjoy tech in a relaxed, friendly setting, our spring sessions are here to help. Being connected online isn’t just convenient — it helps people stay in touch with family and friends, access essential services, manage everyday tasks and find new opportunities.

What’s On This Spring

Across Spring months we’re running FREE community digital support sessions — all welcome and with no booking needed. Come along and chat with one of our Digital Champions who are on hand to answer questions and help with everyday technology including:

• Smartphones, tablets and laptops
• Social media and messaging
• Online services (like booking appointments or managing bills)
• Staying safe online

These sessions are informal and friendly — perfect for getting practical help or just joining a community‑focused event.

Spring 2026 Digital Support Schedule

April

• 1st April, Wed 10:30am – 12pm: Stannington Village Hall – Regular Coffee Morning (NE61 6EL)
• 2nd April, Thu 10:30am – 12pm: Tarset Village Hall (NE48 1NT)
• 13th April, Mon 12:30 – 2:30pm: Reed Hall, Bellingham (NE48 2JP)
• 13th April, Mon 3:30 – 5pm: Hollybush Inn, Greenhaugh (NE48 1PW)
• 14th April, Tue 10am – 12pm: Netherfield Surgery, Seghill (NE23 7EF)
• 17th April, Fri 9:30 – 11:30am: Ponteland Merton Hall (NE20 9PX)
• 21st April, Tue 11:30am – 12:30pm: Warkworth Memorial Hall (NE65 0UN)
• 29th April, Wed 1 – 3pm: Netherfield Surgery, Seghill (NE23 7EF)

May

• 6th May, Wed 10:30am – 12pm: Stannington Village Hall – Regular Coffee Morning (NE23 7EF)
• 11th May, Mon 12:30 – 2:30pm: Reed Hall, Bellingham (NE48 2JP)
• 11th May, Mon 3:30 – 5pm: Hollybush Inn, Greenhaugh (NE48 1PW)
• 15th May, Fri 9:30 – 11:30am: Ponteland Merton Hall (NE20 9PX)
• 19th May, Tue 11:30am – 12:30pm: Warkworth Memorial Hall (NE65 0UN)

June

• 3rd June, Wed 10:30am – 12pm: Stannington Village Hall – Regular Coffee Morning (NE23 7EF)
• 16th June, Tue 11:30am – 12:30pm: Warkworth Memorial Hall (NE65 0UN)
• 19th June, Fri 9:30 – 11:30am: Ponteland Merton Hall (NE20 9PX)

Join Us and Grow Together

Whether you’re getting online for the first time or want to go further with tools like email, video calls or online forms, there’s something for everyone this Spring. Learning digital skills doesn’t have to be intimidating — it can be social, practical and tailored to what matters most to you.

Want to find out more, or get involved as a Digital Champion or host a session at your venue? Contact marcjohnson@ca-north.org.uk; phone or text 07477 961096.