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Friends of Brierdene Steve Stone | (0191) 251 2149 | friendsofbrierdene.org.uk Friends of Red House Ramble Cheryl Savage | (0191) 297 2973 | redhouseramble.org.uk
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Natural History Society of Northumbria Clare Freeman | (0191) 208 2792 | nhsn.ncl.ac.uk
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North Northumberland Bird Club Liz Harrison | (01289) 388 869
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‘Go wild’ workshop 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia | £3 per child Wed 15
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Have a go at making rope or a picture frame and put your artistic skills to work creating a flag or picture.
‘Go wild’ workshop 13:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia | £3 per child
Have a go at making rope or a picture frame and put your artistic skills to work creating a flag or picture.
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Tel: (0191) 284 6884 Email: events@northwt.org.uk Web: nwt.org.uk
Explore Northumberlandia 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia | £3 per person
Join Matthew Fitch (Northumberlandia Site Manager) on a guided walk around Northumberlandia. Learn about the wildlife and the site whilst enjoying the fresh air and benefits of walking. Includes tea or coffee in the café.
Tue 9
Ratty Ramble 10:00 - 12:00 | Kielder Castle, Kielder | £3 per person
Come and join us for a couple of hours and 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!
Introduction to print making 10:00 - 16:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25 per person
Join artists Geoffrey and Sarah Bradford to learn how to make prints. Bring along favourite photographs to turn them into beautiful images. Age 18+ only workshop. 1
Kevin O’ Hara from Vincent Wildlife Trust will talk about the pine marten project. 5
An illustrated talk by John Thomson followed by a bat walk in Ponteland Park. All welcome, includes refreshments.
greening brexit britain 16:00 - 18:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | Free Find out how you can get a better deal for nature.
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A walk observing the natural history of these ancient woods.
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An illustrated talk by Dr Mark Eaton from the RSPB on the state of wild birds in the North East of England.
Discovering the birds of druridge bay 09:30 - 15:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5 per person
A 10 km guided walk from Cresswell Pond to Hauxley Nature Reserve to identify the many different birds found along the fabulous Druridge Bay coastline.
Just my cup of tea the birds and other wildlife of Sri Lanka 19:30 - 21:30 | Bamburgh Cricket Pavilion, Bamburgh | Non-members £2
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Secrets of the Wild 09:30 - 13:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £95 per person
Join photographer, TV writer and presenter Neil Atkinson for a combination of indoor and outdoor practical photography tuition. Age 18+ only workshop. Visit www.neilatkinson.com/secrets-of-the-wild.html to book.
Wildlife and conservation in Northumberland National Park 19:30 - 22:00 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Amble | £2
Susan Richardson is a poet whose work celebrates animals and wild places. She will be reading from her latest collection of poetry, Words the Turtle Taught Me.
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Gill Thompson, from NNP, speaks on wildlife and conservation within the National Park. Includes refreshments.
Introduction to print making 10:00 - 16:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25 per person
Join us for a walk after dark this Halloween in search of the creatures that call our reserve home. Learn all about bats and listen to their calls through the bat detector.
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Roundup of the Durham Wildlife Trusts ‘Revealing Reptiles’ project by John Grundy.
Winter visitors to the ponds 10:30 - 13:30 | Branton Ponds - Small Car Park | Non-members £1.50
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Chillingham wild cattle 19:30 - 21:30 | Costello Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £1.50
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A short walk around the reserve observing the wildfowl.
Warden Ellie Waddington will give a talk on the history of the herd.
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Coquet Island: A Special Place for Birds 19:30 - 20:30 | St Mary’s Church Hall, Ponteland | £2
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From the ‘Notebook’ 19:30 - 21:30 | Bamburgh Cricket Pavilion, Bamburgh | Non-members £2
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Wildlife Adventures 19:15 - 21:15 | St Helen’s Church Hall, Low Fell | Non-members £2
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The state of birds in the UK 19:30 - 22:00 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Amble | £2
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The revealing reptiles project 19:30 - 21:30 | St James’s Church Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £2
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Ian Glendinning will give a illustrated talk on night skies, their stars and phenomena.
Paul Morrison highlights the importance of Coquet Island for wildlife, including the rare roseate terns. All welcome, includes refreshments.
Local naturalist, and talented artist, Stewart Sexton will give an illustrated talk on note taking in the field, using photographs and sketches.
An illustrated talk by Dr Richard Bevan on his recent wildlife adventures.
Mark Eaton, from RSPB, talks about how birds are faring in the UK. Includes refreshments.
John Grundy (Durham Wildlife Trust) will talk about the distribution of reptiles in the North East as revealed by this project.
Introduction to owls and owl pellets 10:00 - 14:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £15 per person
This workshop covers the owls of the UK, their identification, biology and ecology followed by a session on owl pellet dissection where we will learn how to identify and record the contents of a pellet. Age 16+ only workshop.
The Wildlife of the Ardnamurchan Point 19:30 - 20:30 | Jubilee Hall, Rothbury | Non-members £3
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Dragonflies and Damselflies: Jewels of the Air 19:30 - 20:30 | St Mary’s Church Hall, Ponteland | £2
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Winter along the coast 10:30 - 13:30 | Low Newton Church, Low Newton | Non-members £1.50
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Just my cup of tea 19:30 - 21:30 | Costello Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £1.50
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The Pine Marten Project 19:15 - 21:15 | St Helen’s Church Hall, Low Fell | Non-members £2
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Northumbrian whin grasslands and The Sill roof 19:30 - 21:30 | St James’s Church Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £2
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Tom Bryson and Hamza Yassin will give a wonderful talk about the wildlife of the area and Hamza (a TV personality) will talk about how he achieves his photography.
Dave Stebbings will give us an illustrated talk about these beautiful insects. All welcome, includes refreshments.
A short walk along the coast visiting the hide to observe winter bird life.
An illustrated talk by Kevin O’Hara from The Vincent Wildlife Trust on pine martens in the North of England.
A talk from Janet Simkin, a consultant ecologist, who is an expert on whin grasslands and was the major hands-on adviser on the on-going development of the grassland roof at The Sill.
Meet Santa in his grotto and get a present if you’ve been good! Christmas themed trail and hot chocolate included.
Members only special event 19:30 - 21:30 | Bamburgh Cricket Pavilion, Bamburgh | Free Members only Club night - more details to follow.
Join us for a walk after dark this Halloween in search of the creatures that call our reserve home. Learn all about bats and listen to their calls through the bat detector.
Anne Wilson, a volunteer with NHSN and NT, will reveal her research on the history of birds on the Farne Islands.
Join artists Geoffrey and Sarah Bradford to learn how to make prints. Bring along favourite photographs to turn them into beautiful images. Age 18+ only workshop.
the night sky in Northumberland 19:30 - 20:30 | Jubilee Hall, Rothbury | Non-members £3
Santa’s Grotto 10:30 - 16:00 | Northumberlandia | £10 per child
Creatures of the night 19:00 - 21:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5 per person
Breeding birds in the 19th Centuary on the Farnes 19:30 - 21:30 | St James’s Church Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £2
Join professional landscape photographer Jason Friend and learn how to get the most out of your equipment. Age 18+ only workshop.
Talk by ornithologist Tom Cadwallender on birding in Sri Lanka.
Well known popular birder and club member, Tom Cadwallender, will give a richly illustrated talk on a recent visit to Sri Lanka.
Creatures of the night 19:00 - 21:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5 per person
Poetry Evening with Susan Richardson 19:00 - 20:30 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | Free
Join Matthew Fitch (Northumberlandia Site Manager) on a guided walk around Northumberlandia. Learn about the wildlife and the site whilst enjoying the fresh air and benefits of walking. Includes tea or coffee in the café.
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Wild Birds in North East England 19:15 - 21:15 | St Helen’s Church Hall, Low Fell | Non-members £2
Tue 4
Minibeast safari 13:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia | £2 per child
Improve your identification of autumn birds using sight and sound as we walk around the reserve. Age 16+ only workshop.
Tue 11
Sat 6
Come and explore which minibeasts live in the woodland of Northumberlandia.
Introduction to Autumn bird ID 10:00 - 12:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5 per person
Introduction to Landscape Photography 10:00 - 16:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £35 per person
december
A short walk visiting the hides at East Chevington reserve.
An illustrated talk on the flowering landscape of The Peloponnese.
Minibeast safari 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia | £2 per child
Explore Northumberlandia 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia | £3 per person
An illustrated description from Philip and Alison Hanmer of a journey through New Zealand and the varied wildlife encountered. All welcome, includes refreshments.
Sat 1
Children will design and paint two LegoTM minifigures. Book online at www.artventurers.co.uk/cramlington.
Revealing Reptiles 19:15 - 21:15 | St Helen’s Church Hall, Low Fell | Non-members £2
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Springtime in The Peloponnese 19:30 - 21:30 | Costello Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £1.50
Thu 4
Design a minifigure workshop 10:30 - 11:30 | Northumberlandia | £8 per child
Wed 28
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Phil Hanmer will talk about the birds and ringing project at this observatory.
Thu 6
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Early wintering birds 10:30 - 13:30 | East Chevington Reserve - Car Park | Non-members £1.50
The Restoring Ratty team will be attending Bellingham Show this year. Please come and talk to us if you are interested in water voles, mink control or volunteering.
Flowers, birds and fungi 10:30 - 13:30 | Holystone Woods - Car park | Non-members £1.50
Graham Holyoak (NWT) will talk about water vole reintroduction in the North East.
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Join us for a visit to Burdon Moor, an interesting lowland heath good for wild flowers, birds, local history and spectacular views.
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Wildlife on Burdon Moor 18:30 - 20:30 | Burdon Moor - Tanfield Railway Car park | Free
Visit nwt.org.uk/local-groups for more information.
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the handlebards - Twelfth Night 17:00 - 22:00 | Northumberlandia | £15 per person, under 12 free
Join the HandleBard’s 2018 Summer Tour for a unique open air performance of this Shakespeare classic! Bring a picnic, chairs and blankets. In case of rain, bring waterproofs. Doors open 5pm, performance starts 6.30pm.
Northumberland & Tyneside Bird Club Martin Davison | (07962) 720 616 | ntbc.org.uk
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Make a bird box using one of the kits provided. Take the box home with you and observe over time whether a feathered friend takes up residence.
Restoring Ratty - water vole reintroductions 19:30 - 21:30 | St James’s Church Centre, Alnwick | Non-members £2
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Bird box making 13:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia | £5 per child
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Wed 12
Border Natural History Society Anne Middleton | bordernats.wordpress.com
One of the world’s leading recorders of wildlife and natural phenomena will give a special presentation!
Fri 14
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Ratty Roadshow 10:00 - 16:00 | Bellingham Show | Show admission as applicable
Introduction to Bats and EcoNorth surveys 19:30 - 20:30 | St Mary’s Church Hall, Ponteland | £2 per person
An evening with Chris Watson 19:30 - 21:30 | Bamburgh Cricket Pavilion,Bamburgh | Non-members £2
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Berwick Wildlife Group Molly Hardie | (01289) 332 655 | berwickwildlifegroup.org.uk
Make a bird box using one of the kits provided. Take the box home with you and observe over time whether a feathered friend takes up residence.
Tim Mason talks about birds seen at Druridge Bay. Includes refreshments.
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Bird box making 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia | £5 per child
Alnwick Wildlife Group Richard Poppleton | (01665) 578 346 | alnwickwildlifegroup.co.uk
Follow clues as you explore the woodland and find treasure along the way. Make a woodland animal sculpture from the treasure to take away with you.
The pine marten project 19:30 - 20:30 | Jubilee Hall, Rothbury | Non-members £3
Birds of Druridge Bay 19:30 - 22:00 | St Mark’s Church Hall, Amble | £2
Upcycle an empty glass jar to make a beautiful stained glass lantern to take home with you that will light up the dark nights.
Santa’s Grotto 10:30 - 16:00 | Northumberlandia | £10 per child
Meet Santa in his grotto and get a present if you’ve been good! Christmas themed trail and hot chocolate included.
Santa’s Grotto 10:30 - 16:00 | Northumberlandia | £10 per child
Meet Santa in his grotto and get a present if you’ve been good! Christmas themed trail and hot chocolate included.
Sat 22
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Alnwick & District Natural History Society Coral Turnbull | (01665) 602 614 | adnhs.org.uk
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.
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Stained glass lantern making 10:30 - 13:00 | Northumberlandia | £3 per child
Make a Winter Bird Feeder 11:00 - 14:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £3 per child
Sun 23
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Introduction to Britain’s hoverflies 11:00 - 15:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25 per person
Join us to celebrate our region’s wonderful wildlife and explore the unique landform artwork of the ‘Lady of the North’. The day will be packed full of wildlife activities for everyone to enjoy.
New Zealand North to South, dodging Earthquakes 19:30 - 20:30 | St Mary’s Church Hall, Ponteland | £2
Fri 12
NWT Ponteland Group Mary Lee | (01670) 503 248 | pontelandwildlife.wixsite.com/pontelandwildlife
Our Wildlife 2018 11:00 - 16:00 | Northumberlandia | Free entry, activities individually priced
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Treasure hunt 11:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia | £3 per child
september
Join marine expert Martin Kitching of Northern Experience Wildlife Tours (NEWT) for a four-hour pelagic boat trip on the North Sea. We hope to see dolphins, porpoises and sea birds. This trip is run jointly by NEWT, NWT and the NHSN.
Improve your identification of autumn birds using sight and sound as we walk around the reserve. Age 16+ only workshop.
Kartung Bird Observatory and the British Connection 19:30 - 20:30 | Jubilee Hall, Rothbury | Non-members £3
Sat 13
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North Sea pelagic cruise 18:00 - 22:00 | Royal Quays Marina, North Shields | From £30
Introduction to Autumn bird ID 10:00 - 12:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £5 per person
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Mon 15
NWT Hauxley Group Jenna Berry | (01665) 568 324
An opportunity to make your dream come true! Have a go at playing the harp in this full day workshop for complete beginners. You’ll be making magical sounds in minutes! Call 01686 669 908 or email amandajanemunday@gmail.com to book. Age 18+ only workshop.
Mon 29
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Try something new this summer and have a go at playing the harp in this family orientated workshop for complete beginners. Call 01686 669 908 or email amandajanemunday@gmail.com to book.
Wed 31
NWT Gateshead Group Judy Summerson | (07811) 927 330 | gatesheadwildlifegroup.weebly.com
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.
Thu 30
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Harps for Beginners - Family Session 10:00 - 12:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £10 per child
Come and explore which minibeasts live in the woodland of Northumberlandia.
Sat 1
NWT Coquetmouth Group Sue Swanston | (01665) 711 177
Introduction to butterflies and butterfly surveying 12:00 - 15:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £25 per person
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NWT Coquetdale Group Lorna Aiken | (01669) 640 237
Join in the fun as your senses of touch, smell, sight and hearing are stimulated as you take part in the variety of activities in the woodland.
Tom Patterson, bee keeper and caretaker of the Hauxley hives, tells us everything we’ve ever wanted to know about honey bees and their role on the reserve. NWT members only.
Tue 14
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Sensory activities 13:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia | £2 per child
The Life of the Honey Bee 19:00 - 20:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £3 suggested donation
Sat 11
Local groups
Den building 13:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia | £2 per child
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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.
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.
Take a walk following the self-led question trail around the ‘Lady of the North’.
Tue 4
Online Booking
Challenge yourself and friends to construct a den in the woods to shelter you from the natural elements!
Wed 5
Wildlife Talk
Restoring Ratty - Public release event 11:00 - 14:00 | Kielder Castle, Kielder | £5 per person
Harps for Beginners - Adult session 10:00 - 16:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £40 per person
Thu 6
Children’s Activity
Bat walk with bat detectors 20:20 - 21:20 | Bakethin Nature Reserve – Car Park | £5 per person
Landscape trail 11:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia | £2 per child
Join in the fun as your senses of touch, smell, sight and hearing are stimulated as you take part in the variety of activities in the woodland.
Wed 8
Training Course
Join the Friends of Briardene to count and record moths in the dene. This event is being run by Tom Tams Northern Moth Recorder.
Sensory activities 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia | £2 per child
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!
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Join marine expert Martin Kitching of Northern Experience Wildlife Tours (NEWT) for a four-hour pelagic boat trip on the North Sea. We hope to see dolphins, porpoises and sea birds. This trip is run jointly by NEWT, NWT and the NHSN.
Challenge yourself and friends to construct a den in the woods to shelter you from the natural elements!
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North Sea pelagic cruise 18:00 - 22:00 | Royal Quays Marina, North Shields | From £30
Sat 8
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A walk over moorland observing the flora and fauna habitats.
Den building 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia | £2 per child
Online booking 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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Moorland flora and fauna 10:30 - 13:30 | Kimmer Lough, East Bolton | Non-members £1.50
Annual Moth Night 21:00 - 00:00 | Brierdene Wildlife Site - Car Park | Free
The Restoring Ratty team will be attending Falstone Show this year. Please come and talk to us if you are interested in water voles, mink control or volunteering.
A guided walk through Bakethin Nature Reserve listening to bat echolocation calls on bat detectors and learning about their unique ecology and behaviour.
Minibeast safari 13:00 - 14:00 | Northumberlandia | £2 per child
Tue 11
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.
Come and explore which minibeasts live in the woodland of Northumberlandia.
Fri 14
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.
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Northumberland Wildlife Trust (NWT) is the largest environmental charity in the region, working to safeguard all native wildlife.
Fri 3
About Northumberland Wildlife Trust
Minibeast safari 11:00 - 12:00 | Northumberlandia | £2 per child
Come and explore which minibeasts live in the woodland of Northumberlandia.
Sat 4
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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Ratty Roadshow 10:00 - 16:00 | Falstone Show, Falstone | Show admission as applicable
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Make a Winter Bird Feeder 11:00 - 14:00 | Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre | £3 per child
Bring the kids to make something special for your feathered friends this Christmas.
Bring the kids to make something special for your feathered friends this Christmas.
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Join us today
Wildlife and Osprey 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.
Come and join us for an osprey and wildlife motor boat cruise around Kielder Water.
Activities, walks, talks and courses for all ages throughout Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland.
Membership costs from just £3 per month and includes:
Kielder Osprey Watch
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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.
Join us behind the Boat Inn at Kielder Waterside (formally Leaplish Waterside Park) to observe the beautiful Kielder ospreys.
■ A copy of our Wildlife Gardening leaflet to help you make your garden more wildlife friendly. Tim Mason
■ Member-only access to hides at Hauxley, Big Waters and Holywell Pond.
Osprey Watch runs from July at 10:30 to 17:00 every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday until the birds migrate (usually at the end of August).
■ Plus extended opening hours at Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre. Neil Denham
For further information on membership visit our website nwt.org.uk/membership or contact NWT on (0191) 284 6884.
Fancy something a bit different to entertain the kids this summer? Have a go at dissecting an owl pellet and find out what our barn owls had for lunch.
You will be transported in our covered motor boat operated by experienced Calvert Trust staff and accompanied by knowledgeable Northumberland Wildlife Trust volunteers. WHEN Wednesday 1 August Sunday 5 August Sunday 5 August Wednesday 8 August Sunday 12 August Sunday 12 August Wednesday 15 August
18:00 - 20:00 13:30 - 15:30 16:00 - 18:00 18:00 - 20:00 13:30 - 15:30 16:00 - 18:00 18:00 - 20:00
PRICE £23 per person (Payment is required at time of booking.)
FREE ENTRY
SAVE THE DATE!
To book Contact Calvert Trust on: (01434) 250 232
August - December 2018
Wildlife Events & Activities
what’s on Our reserves 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
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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.
The world’s first cycling theatre company, The HandleBards, pedal from venue to venue with all the set, props and costume necessary to perform environmentally sustainable Shakespeare across the globe. Join their all-male troupe at Northumberlandia for a bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘Twelfth Night’ like no other. In usual HandleBards style, expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter.
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.
tickets - £15 per person, under 12s FREE.
10:00 - 16:00 each Sunday on: • 12 August • 9 September • 14 October • 11 November • 9 December
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Northumberlandia, blagdon Lane, Cramlington NE23 8AU Meet Santa in his grotto and get a present if you’ve been good! Christmas themed trail & hot chocolate included.
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Please wrap up warm and wear waterproofs if the weather is wet. Please allow 1 - 1.5 hours for the visit. Booking slots with Santa will be 10mins, max 4 children per slot.
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More info at nwt.org.uk/reserves
Friday 14th, Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th December 10:30am to 4:00pm
£10 per child
Visit www.nwt.org.uk/handlebards to book and find out more!
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Both activities will run on the following days:
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.
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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!
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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.
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.
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.
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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
Berwick upon Tweed
Summer Holiday Wildlife Fun - 13:00 - 14:00
Volunteering
The HandleBards
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
Christine O’Neil
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Bird box making | Landform interpreter Minibeast hunt | Boot camp session Guided walks | Mindfulness sessions Landscape trail | Tai chi workshop Raffle, tombola and more... Photo: Forestry Commission England
North Northumberland 1. Annstead Dunes 2. Holburn Moss 3. Ford Moss 4. Flodden Quarry 5. West Fleetham
Owl Pellet Dissection - 11:00 - 12:00
Steven Morris
Free, but donations welcome!
Northumberlandia, NE23 8AU
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Visit www.kielderospreys.wordpress.com to find out all about the birds and their progress.
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.
Sunday 16 September, 10am - 4pm
Tim Mason
■ Information on volunteering opportunities.
Our Wildlife Christine O’Neil
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.
■ Monthly e-newsletters.
Enjoy a two-hour guided trip around the lake to take in as much wildlife as we can, hopefully including our iconic ospreys.
Summer fun
A festival of wildlife themed activities for all the family!
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.
All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
“Gloriously eccentric and very, very funny” The Stage on A Midsummer Night’s Dream
“Bags of energy, good humour and tight teamwork” Northern Soul on The Taming of The Shrew
FREE EVENT
To book visit: www.nwt.org.uk/santa Photo: Children, Couple © Matthew Roberts