To celebrate National Meadows Day, we have a weekend of activities at Low Birk Hatt farm in Baldersdale on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 July, 10am to 2pm, (with the option of a guided walk in the meadow until 3.30pm).

Spend a day learning about the life of Hannah Hauxwell, a farmer who lived an extraordinary life on a remote farm in Baldersdale. Explore the farm where she lived, see the wildflower meadows, enjoy a theatre production illustrating her life, and see an exhibition of items from her life from the Fitzhugh Library’s collection.

The day will start with a performance by Shelagh McKay Jones and Karen McDonnell, who said: “Hannah’s story, subject of many TV documentaries, has had us spellbound for decades. This Gig Theatre Production is a delightfully thought-provoking mix of spoken word, song and visual imagery illustrating Hannah’s struggle with the elements through her life-enhancing and uplifting story.”.

We will take a break for lunch, please bring your own picnic and a camping chair too. Tea and scones will be available.

In the afternoon, we will have an informal Q&A, followed by an optional meadow walk led by a member of the North Pennines National Landscape team.

This event is suitable for ages 18+. The terrain on the farm can be uneven, please wear suitable footwear. Dogs are not allowed at this event.

Please use the Ticketsource link to book