Alnwick & District Natural History Society Coral Turnbull | (01665) 602 614 | adnhs.org.uk
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Alnwick Wildlife Group Richard Poppleton | (01665) 578 346 | alnwickwildlifegroup.co.uk
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Berwick Wildlife Group Molly Hardie | (01289) 332 655 | berwickwildlifegroup.org.uk Border Natural History Society Lee Hollings | (01434) 221 284 | bordernats.wordpress.com Friends of Brierdene Steve Stone | (0191) 251 2149 | friendsofbrierdene.org.uk Friends of Red House Ramble Cheryl Savage | (0191) 297 2973 | redhouseramble.org.uk Natural History Society of Northumbria Clare Freeman | (0191) 208 2792 | nhsn.ncl.ac.uk North Northumberland Bird Club Liz Harrison | (01289) 388 869 Northumberland & Tyneside Bird Club Martin Davison | (07962) 720 616 | ntbc.org.uk
Tel: (0191) 284 6884 Email: events@northwt.org.uk Web: nwt.org.uk
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Northumberland Wildlife Trust Ltd Garden House St Nicholas Park Gosforth Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 3XT
A talk by Richard Muggeridge about badgers. Includes refreshments. 9
A Northumbrian squirrel study 19:30 - 20:30 | Bellingham Middle School, Bellingham | £3
An illustrated talk by Deborah Brady. Deborah is currently undertaking research for a PhD at Newcastle University on a tagged squirrel monitoring project to see how age, sex and species affected their range and daily routines.
Secrets of the Wild 09:30 - 13:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £95
Join photographer, TV writer and presenter Neil Atkinson for a combination of indoor and outdoor practical photography tuition. Age 18+ only workshop.
Ford and Etal 19:30 - 21:30 | St James’ Church Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £2
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Friends of Brierdene AGM 19:30 - 21:30 | Whitley Bay Golf Club | Free
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Lord James Joicey manages his Ford and Etal estate with an eye on environmental matters. He will give us fascinating insights into his philosophy and methods.
BTO: Bird identification by sight and sound 10:00 - 16:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £60
Training day to learn how to observe and identify whales, dolphins and seabirds together with data recording methods used for scientific research. Complimentary tea and coffee.
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Join us for a 10 km guided walk from Cresswell Pond to Hauxley in search of wildflowers. Includes a visit to the Orchid Field at our East Chevington Reserve (normally closed to the public).
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Craft fair/farmers market and family activities 10:00 - 16:00 | Northumberlandia | Free
Stalls selling a range of goods from crafts to food, plus fun activities for all the family to enjoy.
Bats at Hauxley 21:00 - 22:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5
NHSN - Gosforth Park Annual Open Day 10:30 - 15:30 | Gosforth Park Nature Reserve | Free, donation welcome
What are bats up to at this time of the year? Learn all about bats and listen to their calls on a bat detector as we walk around the reserve in search of these fascinating creatures. 2
Join us for bird watching at the bay and Spindlestone hides.
Secrets of the Wild 09:30 - 13:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £95
Minibeast Safari 13:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor Centre | £2
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Join us for a walk along the River Aln.
Ratty Ramble 10:00 - 12:00 | Kielder Castle - Entrance | £3
Come and join us for a couple of hours, where we’ll talk to you about our project and then take you out into the forest to look for signs of our recently released water voles and with lots of crossed fingers, maybe even see a real live one!
Secrets of the Wild 09:30 - 13:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £95
Join photographer, TV writer and presenter Neil Atkinson for a combination of indoor and outdoor practical photography tuition. Age 18+ only workshop.
Annual Bio Blitz 10:00 - 15:00 | Brierdene Wildlife Site - Car Park | Free
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Join us to count and record everything that is growing, walking, crawling, swimming or flying in the dene.
Moorland flora and fauna 10:30 - 13:30 | Kimmer Lough, East Bolton | Non-members £1.50
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Annual Moth Night 21:00 - 00:00 | Brierdene Wildlife Site - Car Park | Free
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A walk over moorland observing the flora and fauna habitats.
Join us to count and record moths in the dene. This event is being run by Tom Tams Northern Moth Recorder.
Intro to butterflies and butterfly surveying 12:00 - 15:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25
Learn the skills you need to identify and record Britain’s butterflies. A combination of classroom and fieldwork will teach you all you need to know about these fascinating insects. Age 18+ only workshop.
Introduction to Britain’s hoverflies 11:00 - 15:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25
Learn how to identify Britain’s hoverflies with this introductory session. Includes a classroom session and practical fieldwork on our reserve. Age 18+ only workshop.
The HandleBards, pedal from venue to venue performing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare.
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£12 - early bird offer (limited availability) £15 - standard nwt.org.uk/handlebards
Come and explore which minibeasts live in the woodland of Northumberlandia.
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Ratty Roadshow 09:00 - 16:00 | Northumberland County Show | Show admission
The Restoring Ratty team shall be in attendance , please come and talk to us if you are interested in water voles, mink control or volunteering on the project!
Craft fair/farmers market and family activities 10:00 - 16:00 | Northumberlandia | Free
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The irrepressible Tom Cadwallender will bring us amazing images and tales from his birding travels.
Ratty Ramble 13:00 - 15:00 | Kielder Castle - Entrance | £3
Stalls selling a range of goods from crafts to food, plus fun activities for all the family to enjoy.
Minibeast Safari 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor Centre | £2
Come and explore which minibeasts live in the woodland of Northumberlandia.
Minibeast Safari 13:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor Centre | £2
Come and join us for a couple of hours, where we’ll talk to you about our project and then take you out into the forest to look for signs of our recently released water voles and with lots of crossed fingers, maybe even see a real live one!
Come and explore which minibeasts live in the woodland of Northumberlandia.
Dune flowers, birds and seals 10:30 - 16:30 | Ross Back Sands, Bamburgh | Non members £1.50
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A full day walk around an area of Lindisfarne Nature Reserve.
Introduction to moths and moth trapping 06:00 - 10:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £15
Bats at Hauxley 21:00 - 22:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5
A walk around the reserve observing all aspects of wildlife.
A walk along the Aln 19:00 - 21:30 | River Aln - Alnmouth Station car park | Free
Come and explore which minibeasts live in the woodland of Northumberlandia.
Join photographer, TV writer and presenter Neil Atkinson for a combination of indoor and outdoor practical photography tuition. Age 18+ only workshop.
Summer birds, wildfowl and spring flowers 10:30 - 13:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | Donation to NWT
Learn how to identify Britain’s wildflowers. By studying live specimens on our reserve you will develop the skills you need to identify wildflowers using keys and field guides. Age 18+ only workshop.
The open day is an annual event when everyone is welcome to visit the reserve. There will be lots of opportunities to learn about the fauna and flora of one of the best places to watch wildlife in the Newcastle area.
Minibeast Safari 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor Centre | £2
Birding adventures in the Americas 19:30 - 21:30 | St James’ Church Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £2
Introduction to wildflowers 11:00 - 15:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25
Northumberlandia Tuesday 14th August 5pm - 10pm
A short AGM followed by members’ photos.
Summer walk 19:00 - 21:30 | Budle Bay - Car Park | Free
Join NWT’s Matthew Fitch on a guided walk around Northumberlandia. Learn about the wildlife and the site whilst enjoying the fresh air and benefits of walking.
Join photographer, TV writer and presenter Neil Atkinson for a combination of indoor and outdoor practical photography tuition. Age 18+ only workshop.
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Join Scott Paterson of the BTO (British Trust for Ornithology) to learn the basics of bird ID through a range of activities both in the classroom, and in the wetland and fringing reedbed and woodland habitat. No experience required.
Marinelife: Identification of whales, dolphins and seabirds course 10:00 - 16:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £50 (NWT members £45)
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An indoor badger watch 19:30 - 21:30 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Amble | £2
Group business, speakers and buffet. Main speaker Paul Stevens from ERIC and an illustrated talk on the butterflies found in the Brierdene Wildlife Site.
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Improve your identification of birds through sound as we walk around the reserve and learn useful tips on how to remember which of our feathered friends is which. Age 18+ only workshop.
Discovering the Wildflowers of Druridge Bay 09:30 - 15:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5
Secrets of the Wild 09:30 - 13:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £95
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Artists for albatrosses 19:30 - 21:30 | Seahouses Community Hub, Seahouses | Non-members £2 Berwick Wildlife Group agm 19:30 - 21:00 | United Reformed Church, Berwick | £2, £3 non-members
Join us for an evening stroll around the ponds. Please wear clothing and footwear appropriate to the weather at the time.
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Introduction to birdsong - dawn chorus walk 06:00 - 08:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5
Join NWT’s Matthew Fitch on a guided walk around Northumberlandia. Learn about the wildlife and the site whilst enjoying the fresh air and benefits of walking.
Guided walk at Branton Ponds 19:00 - 21:30 | Branton Ponds - Car Park | Free
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NWT Ponteland Group Mary Lee | (01670) 503 248 | pontelandwildlife.wixsite.com/pontelandwildlife
An illustrated talk by Graham Wren on the breeding birds of Northern Britain. Refreshments available for 50p .
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Marvellous Moths 20:30 - 23:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £3 suggested donation
An illustrated presentation by British wildlife artist Chris Rose.
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Introduction to seaweeds and seaweed surveys 11:00 - 15:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25
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Breeding birds in Northern Britain 19:30 - 21:30 | Bamburgh Cricket Pavilion, Bamburgh | Non-members £2
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NWT Hauxley Group Jenna Berry | (01665) 568 324
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The Kielder Water ‘Ratty’ Project 19:30 - 21:30 | Costello Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £1.50
Join NWT’s Jenna Berry, former wildlife guide, on a 10 km guided walk from Cresswell Pond to Hauxley Nature Reserve to identify the many different birds that can be found along the fabulous Druridge Bay coastline.
Explore Northumberlandia 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor centre | £2
august
As part of the ‘Big Wild Weekend’ drop-in to the centre to collect your trail sheet which will lead you on the self-led ‘summer trail’, answering questions around the woodland.
This workshop starts with a classroom session covering seaweeds and their identification, then there will be an opportunity to collect samples outside before heading back to the classroom to put your new identification skills to the test. Session includes a demonstration on seaweed pressing. Age 18+ only workshop.
Explore Northumberlandia 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor centre | £2
A walk through the woods observing wildlife.
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NWT Gateshead Group Judy Summerson | (07811) 927 330 | gatesheadwildlifegroup.weebly.com
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NWT Coquetmouth Group Sue Swanston | (01665) 711 177
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NWT Coquetdale Group Lorna Aiken | (01669) 640 237
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An illustrated talk by Kelly Hollings, NWT Project Officer, on the water vole release project at Kielder.
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Springtime in the woods 10:30 - 13:30 | Harbottle Woods - Car Park | Non-members £1.50
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Local groups
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Please note that all children under 18 attending NWT events must be accompanied by an adult. Adult places for children’s events are generally free but must be booked.
A 1.5 mile walk to look for wild flowers, insects and birds and view our new interpretation board on the Derwent walk and the adjoining meadow.
NWT’s Jenna Berry begins the evening with a fascinating talk about moths and moth trapping. We then head out onto the reserve (weather permitting) to monitor one of our moth traps and observe the species it attracts. NWT members only.
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Online Booking
Wed 30
Wildlife Talk
Kevin O’Hara, from the Vincent Wildlife Trust, talks about the history and future of pine martens in Northern England and explains how the ‘Back from the Brink’ project will pave the way for the recovery of the pine marten as the population spreads south from Scotland. NWT members only.
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Children’s Activity
Pine Martens - Back from the Brink 19:00 - 20:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £3 suggested donation
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Training Course
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Go Wild on the Derwent Walk 18:30 - 20:30 | Derwent Walk, Rowlands Gill | Free
Discovering the birds of Druridge Bay 09:30 - 15:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5
Peter Downes from the Land of Oak and Iron Project will give an update on the progress of the project in the Derwent Valley.
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Guided Walk
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Family Event
Summer Wildlife Trail 10:00 - 15:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor Centre | £1
Starting with an early morning visit to a number of moth traps to inspect the contents, discuss identification and the different kinds of trap used to study moths. Afterwards we head over to the classroom for some light refreshments and a fascinating discussion on moths covering biology, behaviour, ecology, conservation and survey techniques. Suitable outdoor clothing, notepad and pen recommended. Age 18+ only workshop.
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Land of Oak and Iron Project 19:15 - 21:15 | St Helen’s Church Hall, Low Fell | Non-members £2
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Learn how to identify Britain’s wildflowers. By studying live specimens on our reserve you will develop the skills you need to identify wildflowers using keys and field guides. Age 18+ only workshop.
As part of the ‘Big Wild Weekend’ join us for a walk on our reserve and learn how to look for and decipher signs of wildlife activity.
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A talk by Dave Robinson and Janet Fenwicke-Clennell, who will describe the river as it meanders from the hills to the sea with many beautiful photos.
Introduction to wildflowers 11:00 - 15:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25
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A wander along the coastal walk observing wild flowers, birds and geology. Please bring a picnic.
Tracks and Signs Walk 13:00 - 14:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £3
See the full activity programme at nwt.org.uk/wildatkielder
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Get the family together and discover your wild side at Kielder for a two day event of exploration in nature!
Walking the Coquet from head to mouth 19:30 - 20:45 | Jubilee Hall, Rothbury | Non-members £3
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Sunday 6th & Monday 7th May 2018
Stunning Scenery at Seaham 11:30 - 15:30 | Nose’s Point - Car Park | Free
As part of the ‘Big Wild Weekend’ drop-in to the centre to collect your trail sheet which will lead you on the self-led ‘summer trail’, answering questions around the woodland.
Sat 16
Join our ‘Wild About Gardens’ event, take part in a worm themed trail and learn more about how valuable gardens are for wildlife.
A workshop designed to give a good understanding of great crested newts and other amphibians, covering species identification, ecology and the use of newt traps. Includes an optional morning visit to a series of newt traps at 8am the following day. Age 18+ only workshop.
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Summer Wildlife Trail 10:00 - 15:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor Centre | £1
Wonderful worms in your garden 11:00 - 13:00 | St Nicholas Park, Gosforth | Free, donations welcome
Introduction to great crested newts and other amphibians 18:00 - 22:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25
The state of birds in the UK 19:30 - 21:30 | Bamburgh Cricket Pavilion,Bamburgh | Non-members £2
Thu 30
A talk by Richard Poyer on the natural history of Howick. All welcome, includes refreshments.
Join local bat expert Tina Wiffen of the Northumberland Bat Group for a two part workshop designed to give a good understanding of the UK’s bats. Covers identification, ecology, biology and bat detection. Ideal for beginners and those wishing to refresh their knowledge. Part two of this workshop will be held on Friday 11 May 2018 from 20:15pm to 22:15pm at the Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre and includes an evening session on echolocation and bat detecting. Price is inclusive for both sessions. Age 18+ only workshop.
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The natural history of Howick 19:30 - 21:15 | St. Mary’s Hall, Ponteland | £2
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Drop-in to the visitor centre to collect a trail sheet. Explore the woodland as you answer questions along the way and collect a prize at the end. 4-10 years.
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Please be aware that if you need to cancel your booking for one of NWT’s chargeable events with fewer than 7 days’ notice, we won’t be able to provide a refund. If we have to cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances, then a full refund will be issued.
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nwt.org.uk/whats-on to book!
Introduction to bats and bat detecting 19:00 - 21:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £45
Easter treasure hunt 10:00 - 15:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor centre | £3 per child
Join NWT’s Matthew Fitch on a guided walk around Northumberlandia. Learn about the wildlife and the site whilst enjoying the fresh air and benefits of walking.
Dr Mark Eaton, Principal Conservation Scientist, RSPB will give an illustrated talk on the monitoring of birds in the UK.
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A guided walk led by the Ranger to see the only herd of wild cattle. Please contact Group to book.
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Most of our events are now available to book online. It’s quick and easy to do and guarantees you a place on the event. We don’t issue paper tickets but you’ll get a confirmation when you book and we’ll send you a reminder before the event takes place. You can also book by calling (0191) 284 6884.
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Chillingham Wild Cattle 10:30 - 13:30 | Chillingham - Warden’s Cottage | £8, £6 concessions
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Supported by over 12,000 individual members, over 300 volunteers, 30 corporate members and sponsors in the region, NWT manages and protects critical species and habitats at nature reserves and local sites throughout Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland.
Drop-in to the visitor centre to collect a trail sheet. Explore the woodland as you answer questions along the way and collect a prize at the end. 4-10 years.
Explore Northumberlandia 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor centre | £2
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One of 46 Wildlife Trusts across the UK, NWT has campaigned for nature conservation for over 45 years. We aim to inform, educate and involve people of all ages and backgrounds in protecting their environment in favour of wildlife and conservation.
Easter treasure hunt 10:00 - 15:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor centre | £3 per child
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Northumberland Wildlife Trust (NWT) is the largest environmental charity in the region, working to safeguard all native wildlife.
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About Northumberland Wildlife Trust
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Welcome to Northumberland Wildlife Trust’s latest What’s On guide, providing you with a handy monthly view of all our events and activities and those of our partner groups across the region. There’s something for everyone and we hope this guide will inspire you to get outside and get closer to nature!
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Wildlife on Burdon Moor 18:30 - 20:30 | Burdon Moor - Tanfield Railway Car Park | Free
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An interesting lowland heath good for wild flowers, birds, local history and spectacular views.
Explore Northumberlandia 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia - Visitor centre | £2
Join NWT’s Matthew Fitch on a guided walk around Northumberlandia. Learn about the wildlife and the site whilst enjoying the fresh air and benefits of walking.
Ratty Roadshow 10:00 - 16:00 | Falstone Show | Show admission
The Restoring Ratty team shall be in attendance , please come and talk to us if you are interested in water voles, mink control or volunteering on the project!
Restoring ratty - Public release event 11:00 - 14:00 | Kielder Castle - Entrance | £5
Join us for the second water vole release of 2018. We’ll show you the whole process of releasing voles and take you to some of the sites we have released at; there may also be the chance to release some water voles yourselves in small groups.
Ratty Roadshow 10:00 - 16:00 | Bellingham Show | Show admission
The Restoring Ratty team shall be in attendance , please come and talk to us if you are interested in water voles, mink control or volunteering on the project!
Ratty Ramble 13:00 - 15:00 | Kielder Castle - Entrance | £3
Come and join us for a couple of hours, where we’ll talk to you about our project and then take you out into the forest to look for signs of our recently released water voles and with lots of crossed fingers, maybe even see a real live one!
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Motorboat Cruises
NWT relies on the generosity of its members, with every penny remaining in the region and being used to protect wildlife and green spaces throughout Northumberland, Newcastle and North Tyneside.
Activities, walks, talks and courses for all ages throughout Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland.
Membership costs from just £3 per month and includes:
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■ A full colour guide to NWT’s 60 nature reserves. ■ A copy of ‘Roebuck’, NWT’s own full colour wildlife magazine, three times a year, packed with local features and national news. ■ A copy of our Wildlife Gardening leaflet to help you make your garden more wildlife friendly. ■ Monthly e-newsletters. ■ Information on volunteering opportunities. ■ Member-only access to hides at Hauxley, Big Waters and Holywell Pond.
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■ Plus extended opening hours at Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre. Best of all, as a member, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that you are helping to safeguard some of the finest countryside and wildlife in the United Kingdom for yourself and future generations to enjoy.
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For further information on membership visit our website nwt.org.uk/membership or contact NWT on (0191) 284 6884.
Summer fun
Wildlife and Osprey
Kielder Osprey Watch Join us behind the Boat Inn at Kielder Waterside (formally Leaplish Waterside Park) to observe the beautiful Kielder ospreys. You can see all the action close up through a live camera feed and even spot the birds on their nest using high powered telescopes with trained volunteers. Osprey Watch will run from 10:30 to 17:00 every Saturday and Sunday (and Bank Holidays) from 21 April (plus Wednesdays from 11 July) until the birds migrate, usually at the end of August. Visit www.kielderospreys.wordpress.com to find out all about the birds and their progress. Free, but donations welcome!
Come and join us for an osprey and wildlife motor boat cruise around Kielder Water.
MAY Sat 19 - 13:30 & 16:00 Sat 26 - 13:30 & 16:00 Wed 30 - 18:00
Enjoy a two-hour guided trip around the lake to take in as much wildlife as we can, hopefully including our iconic ospreys.
JUNE Sun 3 - 13:30 & 16:00 Sun 10 - 13:30 & 16:00 Sun 17 - 13:30 & 16:00 Sun 24 - 13:30 & 16:00
You will be transported in our covered motor boat operated by experienced Calvert Trust staff and accompanied by knowledgeable Northumberland Wildlife Trust volunteers.
JULY Sun 1 - 13:30 & 16:00 Wed 4 - 18:00 Sun 15 - 13:30 & 16:00 Wed 18 - 18:00 Sun 22 - 13:30 & 16:00 Wed 25 - 18:00 Sun 29 - 13:30 & 16:00
PRICE £23 per person (Payment is required at time of booking.)
AUGUST Wed 1 - 18:00 Sun 5 - 13:30 & 16:00 Wed 8 - 18:00 Sun 12 - 13:30 & 16:00 Wed 15 - 18:00
To book Contact Calvert Trust on: (01434) 250 232
North Sea Pelagic Cruises Join marine expert Martin Kitching of Northern Experience Wildlife Tours for a four-hour pelagic boat trip on the North Sea. We hope to see dolphins, porpoises and sea birds. Leaving from Royal Quays Marina, North Shields at 18:00 each of the following days, Friday 29 June Friday 6 July Friday 13 July Friday 20 July
Friday 27 July Friday 3 August Friday 10 August
Please note we will be leaving promptly at 18:00. Pick-up from the Customs House in South Shields is also available. Any cancellations will be processed in accordance with our event cancellation policy. Northumberland Wildlife Trust members are being offered tickets at the discounted price of £30 (normally £35).
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For more information and to book, visit: www.nwt.org.uk/whats-on
Owl Pellet Dissection - 11:00 - 12:00 Fancy something a bit different to entertain the kids this summer? Have a go at dissection an owl pellet and find out what our barn owls had for lunch.
Summer Holiday Wildlife Fun - 13:00 - 14:00 Join us this summer holiday for outdoor, wildlife fun. With lots of great activities to get children up-close and involved with nature, including mini-beast hunts, small mammal walks, bird bingo and much more.
Activities will run on the following days: Wednesday 25 July Friday 27 July Wednesday 1 August Friday 3 August Wednesday 8 August Friday 10 August Wednesday 15 August Friday 17 August Wednesday 22 August Friday 24 August Wednesday 29 August Friday 31 August
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This trip is run jointly by Northern Experience Wildlife Tours, Northumberland Wildlife Trust and the Natural History Society of Northumbria. Photo: Forestry Commission England
Our reserves North Northumberland 1. Annstead Dunes 2. Holburn Moss 3. Ford Moss 4. Flodden Quarry 5. West Fleetham East Northumberland 6. Arnold Memorial 7. Big Waters 8. Cresswell Pond 9. Cresswell Foreshore 10. Druridge Pools 11. East Chevington 12. East Cramlington Pond 13. Evelyn Howick Memorial 14. Fencerhill Wood 15. Hauxley 16. Holywell Pond 17. Linton Lane 18. Newsham Pond 19. Northumberlandia 20. Prestwick Carr 21. St Nicholas Park 22. Weetslade Country Park
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The Giving Tree A unique way to show you love wildlife
Anyone can volunteer with Northumberland Wildlife Trust. With over 60 nature reserves, an active events programme and a busy office, we appreciate help from people just like you. Whether you are happy to get your hands dirty creating and maintaining habitats on our reserves, enjoy helping out at events, or want to help at our new Wildlife Discovery Centre at Hauxley, we have a volunteering opportunity for you! Volunteers are an important part of NWT and we hope to give everyone a fun and rewarding experience. We have an action force of over 300 volunteers who contribute around 180 days of work for us each month. Whatever your background, we can find a position to match your interests and abilities.
How to sign up If you are interested, then visit our website to see our current volunteer roles and please complete the online volunteer enquiry form at nwt.org.uk/current-opportunities. Once you are registered we’ll then invite you to a New Volunteer Session. This gives you the opportunity to meet with NWT staff and volunteers to discuss the role(s) in more detail and to book onto a trial activity. New volunteer sessions are held once a month, usually on a Thursday.
Join us monthly at Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre where In Focus experts will be on-hand with a range of optical equipment such as telescopes and binoculars allowing you to try for free before you buy. 10:00 - 16:00 each of the following days: • Sunday 8 April • Sunday 13 May • Sunday 10 June • Sunday 8 July • Sunday 12 August
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Your leaf will be pinned to the tree at Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre and the more leaves the tree has, the more lovely it becomes. There is a minimum donation of £100 for a ‘bronze’ leaf, £250 for a ‘silver’ leaf and £500 for a ‘gold’ leaf. Be part of the force for nature and leave your message on the Giving Tree.
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Remember a special moment, place or person with a beautiful leaf with a personal inscription.
For full details about the Giving Tree call (01665) 568 324 or visit: nwt.org. uk/givingtree.
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Central Northumberland 34. Bakethin 35. Barrow Burn Wood 36. Bell Crag Flow 37. Butterburn Flow 38. Falstone Moss 39. Fontburn 40. Goose’s Nest Bluebell Bank 41. Grasslees Burn Wood 42. Harbottle Crags 43. Holystone Burn 44. Holystone North Wood 45. Little Harle Pasture 46. Mill Burn 47. Whitelee Moor 48. Whittle Dene
South Northumberland 23. Beltingham River Gravels 24. Briarwood Banks 25. Close House Riverside 26. East Crindledykes Quarry 27. Greenlee Lough 28. Grindon Lough 29. Juliet’s Wood 30. Priestclose Wood 31. South Close Field 32. Tony’s Patch 33. Williamston
Suitable for ages 5-12, children must be accompanied by an adult.
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More info at nwt.org.uk/reserves
Note: If you are already registered as a volunteer, you can log onto your online volunteer account to sign up for activities and tasks by visiting your profile on MyVolunteerPage.com.
FREE EVENT Photo: Children, Couple © Matthew Roberts