BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//North Pennines National Landscape - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://northpennines.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for North Pennines National Landscape REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230819T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230820T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230601T112039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T095901Z UID:10000433-1692450000-1692536400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Fellfoot Sounds DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out. \nDay\, night and dawn amongst the trees and stones. \nThis relaxed daytime and one night campout is a small environmentally friendly event in a stunning dark skies area where you can listen\, make\, enjoy live performance\, music and workshops. Taking place at Into The Woods\, Glassonby\, Cumbria\, it is delivered by the North Pennines AONB Partnership with artists who create work in and about the environment. The venue is a relaxed space with camping around a large field\, find out more here. \nJoin artists\, including Jennifer Reid\, Ore\, Tim Shaw\, Jayne Dent (MeLostMe)\, Noize Choir\, and Jorge Boehringer\, for live performances and workshops on the campsite\, in St Michael and All Angels Church next door\, and a 15 minute walk away at Long Meg and Her Daughters Neolithic stone circle for a special sunset performance. \nGet creative and curious in this stunning location – making sounds with BlueJam Arts\, enjoying family friendly nature activities with Stomping Ground\, and taking short guided walks led by historians\, artists and ecologists to experience nature at night\, bird song\, heritage\, and soundscapes. Find the programme of performances and workshops and artists’ biographies here. \nHot food and drinks will be on sale and you can bring your own. Other than guide dogs/assistance dogs\, no dogs are allowed at this event. Read our FAQs here. \nPlease email us with any ticketing queries and we will answer as soon as we can (please note this email is not manned 24/7 so there may be a delay in replies\, particularly at weekends). \nThis is a not-for-profit event funded by Arts Council England\, Westmorland and Furness Council and The National Lottery Heritage Fund. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fellfoot-sounds/ LOCATION:Into the Woods\, nr Glassonby\, Glassonby\, Cumbria\, CA10 1NP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/FELLFOOT-SOUNDS-NPAONB-LANDING-PAGE.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230816T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230816T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230609T094248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T094248Z UID:10000440-1692181800-1692189000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Campfire cooking DESCRIPTION:Join us on 16 August 10.30am to 12.30pm for a foraging walk around Bowlees\, collecting herbs and fruits of the season to then use to cook on the campfire. We’ll have the opportunity to cook bread on a stick and enjoy an infusion of tea made from our foraged herbs. \nWild Wednesday activities are suitable for children aged five to 12 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nPlease book tickets using the link below. The cost is £3 per child (accompanying adults are free and do not need to book a place). All donations are used to help us support more people to access the outdoors\, through our visitor centre at Bowlees\, improvements to access and rights of way\, and digital and printed information for visitors. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-campfire-cooking/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Campfire-Cooking.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230809T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230809T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230609T101724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T101600Z UID:10000444-1691577000-1691584200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Under the surface DESCRIPTION:Join us on 9 August 10.30am to 12.30pm\, at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, for interactive activities exploring what’s under your feet in the North Pennines. We will be investigating rocks and soils through science and art. \nWild Wednesdays are suitable for children aged five to 12 years. Younger and older siblings are welcome. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. \nPlease book using the link below. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n  \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-under-the-surface/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/VO1T2780.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230802T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230802T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230609T094605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T101603Z UID:10000441-1690972200-1690979400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Mining the past DESCRIPTION:Join us on 2 August 10.30am to 12.30pm\, at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, for an interactive activity discovering how the mines of the North Pennines were built and how they were used. \nWild Wednesday activities are suitable for children up to the age of 12. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. \nPlease book using the link below. The cost is £3 per child (accompanying adults are free and do not need to book a place). All donations are used to help us support more people to access the outdoors\, through our visitor centre at Bowlees\, improvements to access and rights of way\, and digital and printed information for visitors. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n      \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-mining-the-past-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/1-Exploring-abandoned-Lead-mines-with-my-daughter.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230716T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230609T104038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T111102Z UID:10000447-1689501600-1689523200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Children's archaeology taster days: Plover Hall DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for children to spend a taster day alongside community archaeology group\, Altogether Archaeology\, digging at Plover Hall\, Gilmonby. Children will spend the day exploring the history of the area\, where Bronze Age hoards have previously been found. Hopefully more evidence of prehistoric activity will be unearthed during these exciting digs. \nSuitable for children aged between seven and 16. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nFull location/joining instructions will be provided nearer to event date. \nDates: 15 and 16 July 10am to 4pm \nPlease book using the link below. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n        \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/childrens-archaeology-taster-days-plover-hall/2023-07-16/ LOCATION:Plover Hall CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/IMG_0538.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230715T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230715T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230609T104038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T111102Z UID:10000446-1689415200-1689436800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Children's archaeology taster days: Plover Hall DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for children to spend a taster day alongside community archaeology group\, Altogether Archaeology\, digging at Plover Hall\, Gilmonby. Children will spend the day exploring the history of the area\, where Bronze Age hoards have previously been found. Hopefully more evidence of prehistoric activity will be unearthed during these exciting digs. \nSuitable for children aged between seven and 16. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nFull location/joining instructions will be provided nearer to event date. \nDates: 15 and 16 July 10am to 4pm \nPlease book using the link below. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n        \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/childrens-archaeology-taster-days-plover-hall/2023-07-15/ LOCATION:Plover Hall CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/IMG_0538.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230708T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230708T153000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230524T090618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T090618Z UID:10000427-1688810400-1688830200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family activity: Felting workshop & mine visit DESCRIPTION:A felting workshop for families on 8 July\, 10am to 3.30pm. This workshop is an opportunity to explore Killhope Lead Mining Museum before creating a piece of felt artwork inspired by the mining heritage and communities of the North Pennines. The felt artworks will be created using merino wool and other fibres. The workshop is suitable for children over the age of 6 years old\, accompanied by an adult. \nAs participants will be going down the mine it is essential to bring waterproof clothing and waterproof footwear. \nPlease bring a packed lunch and drinks. \nTo book please use the link below. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n        URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-activity-felting-workshop-mine-visit/ LOCATION:Killhope Lead Mining Museum\, DL13 1AR CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/felting-workshop-20230516_154037.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230705T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230705T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230605T143326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T120056Z UID:10000434-1688551200-1688562000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Spirit of place: art activity DESCRIPTION:Join us on 5 July 10am to 1pm for a fun and friendly outdoor workshop to discover secrets of the lead mining landscape of Bollihope through drawing. \nWith guidance and demonstrations from North Pennine artist Lionel Playford we will explore ways of sketching\, not just the appearance of this heritage landscape with its fascinating history\, but something of the spirit of the place as it feels to each of us. \nA member of the North Pennines AONB team will be answering questions about what we are drawing\, the lead mining history and to help picture working life when the quarry and mines were operating. \nYou are welcome to bring your own drawing materials. There will also be a supply of sketchbooks; graphite\, charcoal and watercolour pencils available. \nThe activity will be based at Bollihope Bottoms and is suitable for ages 8+. \nImage: Lionel Playford \nTo book tickets please use the link below. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n      \nImage: Lionel Playford \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/spirit-of-place-art-activity/ LOCATION:Bollihope CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Peatlands-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230701T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230701T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230524T091129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T151711Z UID:10000430-1688205600-1688223600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:National Meadows Day at Low Way Farm - family event DESCRIPTION:Join us on 1 July 10am to 3pm for a day celebrating the magnificent meadows and farming history of Teesdale. The North Pennines AONB contains almost half of the remaining species-rich upland hay meadows in the UK. As well as being a rare and important habitat for wildflowers\, upland hay meadows also support a whole range of invertebrates and birds. \nHigh Nature Value farming practices in the uplands mean that many of these meadows are being managed in much the same way that they have been for generations. These farming practices protect the unique habitats of the North Pennines whilst also producing high quality food. Whilst the management regime of meadows is similar now to 200 years ago\, the machinery available to farmers has changed beyond all recognition from scythes to large tractors and mowers\, and from handmade pikes of hay to modern balers. \nWe want to celebrate this important habitat and its cultural history with a variety of fun activities suitable for all ages. There is no need to book\, come along and take part in activities: \n\ndisplay of farming machinery old and new\ndisplay of machinery used for meadow restoration\nbotany walk around the meadows\nart and craft activities\na closer look at the special species of plants through a microscope\ndisplay of typical upland hay meadow species grown from hand-collected local seed\nmeadow restoration talk\ndisplay of historic hay-time photographs\n\nDelicious tea and scones will be on sale made by the Farmhouse Kitchen. \nLocation : Low Way Farm\, Holwick.\nCar parking available\, access from road the towards Holwick (follow signs for The Farmhouse Kitchen) ///addicted.proven.encloses \nOr \nAccess on foot from Middleton or Bowlees via Pennine way: ///dark.releasing.going \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/national-meadows-day-low-way-farm-family-event/ LOCATION:Low Way Farm\, Holwick\, DL12 0NJ CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Park-End-meadow-.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230624T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230624T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230529T170934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T134036Z UID:10000431-1687599000-1687604400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Fellfoot Forward wildlife walk DESCRIPTION:Join local natural historian and volunteer\, Guy Broome\, for a guided walk around Croglin looking mainly\, but not exclusively\, at insects\, birds\, and plants. Identify and learn about species you may not have noticed before\, learn about their behaviour and lives. \nMeet at Croglin Village Hall at 9.30am\, where there is parking. Suitable for all ages\, children must be accompanied by an adult. \nPlease wear outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for a walk and the weather conditions on the day. The walk will last approximately  one and a half hours with refreshments at the village hall afterwards. \nThis event is to support ‘The Helm at Croglin’\, a charity formed to refurbish and develop Croglin Church as a Community and Visitor Hub with a focus on Fellside Heritage. \nAll proceeds will go to ‘The Helm at Croglin’. The ticket price is voluntary and you can pay as little\, or as much\, as you like. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fff-wildlife-walk/ LOCATION:Croglin church\, Croglin\, CA4 9RH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Cumrew-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230623T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230623T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230524T090927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T101701Z UID:10000429-1687514400-1687532400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:A day at Hannah's Meadow DESCRIPTION:Join us at Hannah’s Meadow to explore the extraordinary life of Hannah Hauxwell. Hannah was a farmer whose life on remote Low Birk Hatt farm in Baldersdale has become part of the very fabric of the North Pennines. \nExplore where Hannah lived\, see the wildflower meadows\, enjoy a theatre production illustrating her life\, and see part of the Hannah Hauxwell collection from the Fitzhugh Library that documents her life and times. \nThere will be a performance of “No Through Road”\, by Shelagh McKay Jones and Karen McDonnell\, 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. \nIn the afternoon\, a guided walk by landowner Michelle Hurley\, and Molly Jones\, Farming Support Officer from the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, will explore Hannah’s former farm. We will walk around Hannah’s Meadow and up to the Durham Wildlife Trust interpretation barn\, looking at common meadow wildflowers and talking about meadow management practices that continue in many of our remaining upland hay meadows today. \nPlease bring your own picnic lunch. Tea and scones will be on sale from the farm. Parking details and joining instructions will be sent to ticket holders before the event. Please book using the link below. \nDogs are not allowed at this event. The event covers uneven ground and some steep terrain and will not be suitable for wheelchair users. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nThis event is made possible by Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme funded by The National Heritage Lottery Fund. \n  \n          \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/a-day-at-hannahs-meadow/2023-06-23/ LOCATION:Baldersdale CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Hannahs-meadow-2-IMG_2652.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230622T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230524T090927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T101701Z UID:10000428-1687428000-1687446000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:A day at Hannah's Meadow DESCRIPTION:Join us at Hannah’s Meadow to explore the extraordinary life of Hannah Hauxwell. Hannah was a farmer whose life on remote Low Birk Hatt farm in Baldersdale has become part of the very fabric of the North Pennines. \nExplore where Hannah lived\, see the wildflower meadows\, enjoy a theatre production illustrating her life\, and see part of the Hannah Hauxwell collection from the Fitzhugh Library that documents her life and times. \nThere will be a performance of “No Through Road”\, by Shelagh McKay Jones and Karen McDonnell\, 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. \nIn the afternoon\, a guided walk by landowner Michelle Hurley\, and Molly Jones\, Farming Support Officer from the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, will explore Hannah’s former farm. We will walk around Hannah’s Meadow and up to the Durham Wildlife Trust interpretation barn\, looking at common meadow wildflowers and talking about meadow management practices that continue in many of our remaining upland hay meadows today. \nPlease bring your own picnic lunch. Tea and scones will be on sale from the farm. Parking details and joining instructions will be sent to ticket holders before the event. Please book using the link below. \nDogs are not allowed at this event. The event covers uneven ground and some steep terrain and will not be suitable for wheelchair users. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nThis event is made possible by Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme funded by The National Heritage Lottery Fund. \n  \n          \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/a-day-at-hannahs-meadow/2023-06-22/ LOCATION:Baldersdale CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Hannahs-meadow-2-IMG_2652.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230603T203000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230603T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230519T122935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T133250Z UID:10000424-1685824200-1685833200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Croglin bat walk DESCRIPTION:Join us as we go in search of bats around Croglin. Find out about the behaviour of these fascinating creatures and listen to them communicating using bat detectors. \nMeet at Croglin Church\, CA4 9RX for 8.30pm. The church is in the middle of the village\, please park responsibly along the road side and where possible car share if coming from further afield. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nThe walk should end at approximately 10.30pm but may go on later. Please wear warm clothing\, sturdy shoes and bring a torch as we will be outside or in the unheated church for the evening. Hot drinks will be available\, please bring your own insulated cups if possible. \nIf the weather is particularly cold or wet we may have to cancel. In which case we will notify you by email and or phone by lunchtime on 3 June. Any questions please email Fiona Knox or call 07891414412. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/croglin-bat-walk/ LOCATION:Croglin church\, Croglin\, CA4 9RH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Bat-flying.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230603T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230603T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230424T111948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T113525Z UID:10000420-1685786400-1685808000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:World Swift Day celebration at Kirkoswald DESCRIPTION:Come along and join us in Kirkoswald to celebrate World Swift Day on Saturday 3 June. \nWeave your own swift: Join a free session and weave your very own swift in willow with guidance from expert willow weaver\, Phil Bradley. \nThe willow weaving sessions will be between 10am – 4pm at the Methodist Chapel\, Kirkoswald\, which has a flight of stone steps at its entrance. Lunch will be provided – please share any specific dietary requirements when booking. \nBooking is essential\, please email Sue Rowlands \nGuided walk: Find out more about the lives of these extraordinary birds that stay on the wing for most of their lives\, even when they’re sleeping. Discover the activities that have taken place in and around Kirkoswald to help these birds that are struggling to survive\, and what you could do to help them. \nThe walk will be approximately half a mile\, in and around the village of Kirkoswald where some of the pavements are uneven\, steep and may be a bit slippery if wet. Suitable for adults and children over 5 (all children must be supervised by an adult). Please bring appropriate footwear and warm\, waterproof clothing. Toilet facilities will be available in Methodist Chapel. \nNo booking required\, meet at the Methodist chapel ready to walk at 11.30am URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fff-swift-day/ LOCATION:Kirkoswald\, Cumbria CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/swift-00022-c-www.northeastwildlife.co_.uk_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230227T143336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T165359Z UID:10000182-1682611200-1682622000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Memories of the Mines - Westgate village hall DESCRIPTION:Please come along to our free drop-in afternoon session at Westgate village hall on 27 April between 4pm-7pm to see and share historic photos\, memorabilia\, and stories of the lead mines and miners. \nDo you have old photos and memorabilia of your family around the lead mining sites of the North Pennines? Were your relatives lead miners and you’d like to see and share any old photos and memorabilia of them? Do you have stories or legends of the mines that you’d like to share? \nThe drop in session is open to all with free tea\, coffee and cakes provided. Children must be supervised by an adult. \nWestgate village hall is located on the Front St\, Westgate\, Bishop Auckland DL13 1RX \nW3W///trappings.narrow.inspector \nPlease contact rebecca@northpenninesaonb.org.uk if you have any queries. \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/memories-of-the-mines-westgate-village-hall/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230422T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230422T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230214T103429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T124548Z UID:10000390-1682157600-1682170200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Calling the curlew DESCRIPTION:Join us for this family-friendly event at Bowlees Visitor Centre. We will start the day with a walk led by RSPB Conservation Advisor Janet Fairclough\, learning to identify and appreciate the bubbling call of the curlew. We will record our sightings on the iNaturalist app\, contributing to our conservation work. Back at the Visitor Centre there’s a chance to warm up with hot drinks and baked goods from the Falls Café. Then you will spend time with local artist Sara Cox on a creative journey to explore the shape and patterns of the curlew\, making a 3D mobile.\nRefreshments and art materials will be provided. We can provide binoculars\, although please feel free to bring your own. \nPlease note: \n\nThe walk will be over rough terrain.\nThe art activity will use blockprinting ink\, which may stain. Please ensure you wear clothing you are happy to get messy\, or bring an apron or artshirt.\nBring clothing and footwear for all weathers\, as the weather can be unpredictable. We have a selection of wellies and waterproofs if you don’t have your own.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales Natiswale URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/calling-the-curlew/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/curlew-00440.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230420T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230420T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230227T140643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T134717Z UID:10000181-1682006400-1682017200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Memories of the mines - Allendale Village Hall DESCRIPTION:A free drop-in afternoon session to see and share historic photos\, memorabilia\, and stories of the lead mines and miners\, at Allendale Village Hall on 20 April between 4pm and 7pm. \nDo you have old photos and memorabilia of your family around the lead mining sites of the North Pennines? Were your relatives lead miners and you’d like to see and share any old photos and memorabilia of them? Do you have stories or legends of the mines that you’d like to share? Would you like to come along and see what others have shared? \nThe drop in session is open to all with free tea\, coffee and cakes provided. Children must be supervised by an adult. \nWhat3Words: elevate.ending.salary \nPleas contact rebecca@northpenninesaonb.org.uk if you have any queries. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/memories-of-the-mines-allendale-village-hall/ LOCATION:Allendale Village Hall\, Leadgate\, Allendale\, NE47 9PR CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230401T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230401T143000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230213T105337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T105337Z UID:10000389-1680354000-1680359400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Guided walk: Signs of Spring by the river DESCRIPTION:Join us on a free family-friendly guided walk on 1 April 10:30-12:00 or 13:00-14:30 where we will be looking out for and noting down the early signs of spring. Expect buzzing bees\, bright flowers and a feast for all the senses. \nThe walk will be for approximately 1 mile and will take place on rough terrain. Please come prepared with appropriate footwear and warm\, waterproof clothing. Suitable for ages 6-adult. All children must be supervised. Well behaved dogs on a short lead welcome. \nThe walk starts from Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL 13 0XF. W3W///inhaled.consented.similar \nPlease use the booking system below and meet at the visitor centre. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/guided-walk-signs-of-spring-by-the-river/2023-04-01/2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Bowlees-children-river-dipping-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230401T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230401T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230213T105337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T105337Z UID:10000388-1680345000-1680350400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Guided walk: Signs of Spring by the river DESCRIPTION:Join us on a free family-friendly guided walk on 1 April 10:30-12:00 or 13:00-14:30 where we will be looking out for and noting down the early signs of spring. Expect buzzing bees\, bright flowers and a feast for all the senses. \nThe walk will be for approximately 1 mile and will take place on rough terrain. Please come prepared with appropriate footwear and warm\, waterproof clothing. Suitable for ages 6-adult. All children must be supervised. Well behaved dogs on a short lead welcome. \nThe walk starts from Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL 13 0XF. W3W///inhaled.consented.similar \nPlease use the booking system below and meet at the visitor centre. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/guided-walk-signs-of-spring-by-the-river/2023-04-01/1/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Bowlees-children-river-dipping-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230318T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230318T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230215T101203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T101203Z UID:10000391-1679133600-1679148000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Sights and sounds of the North Pennines DESCRIPTION:Join us at Bowlees Visitor Centre to discover the sights and sounds of the North Pennines AONB. Listen to the evocative calls of the curlew and lapwing as they signal the start of spring in Teesdale. \nBased at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, come and find us at our stall to pick up some bird ID tips and join the drop-in activities running throughout the day including: \n\nHourly guided bird walks to see the rare curlew\, with its evocative call excitedly bubbling through the skies\, and the lapwing’s tumbling flight and characteristic ‘peewit’ display calls.\nCraft workshops lead by a local artist.\nUpload your sightings to the iNaturalist app to help us monitor seasonal changes to iconic species.\n\n  \n \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/sights-and-sounds-of-the-north-pennines/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/37.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230223T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230223T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20230119T101343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T150200Z UID:10000377-1677146400-1677164400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Half term hedgerow planting DESCRIPTION:Bring a traditional old hedgerow back to life so it can provide a home for wildlife\, shelter livestock from the elements\, and also help to slow the flow of rainwater off the fellside. \nFamilies are welcome to join the fun and games\, and find out why hedgerows are so ‘treemendous’. Stunning Fellfoot Forward views provided by the landscape; shelter\, hot drinks\, and cake provided by us. \nThe session will take place at Gamblesby with Eden Rivers Trust (details of location will be provided after booking a place). No experience is required\, suitable for families\, under 16s to be accompanied by an adult. A level of fitness is required for a 20 minute walk uphill on stony ground. The planting area has uneven ground. \nJoin for the morning or the full day. Booking is essential – please book a ticket for each person attending. For more information email Tania at Eden Rivers Trust. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fff-halfterm-hedge-planting/ LOCATION:Gamblesby\, Gamblesby\, Penrith\, CA10 1HY\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Family-tree-planting-pic-e1674124624921.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230115T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230115T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20221104T110144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T155240Z UID:10000166-1673776800-1673794800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Hedge and tree planting DESCRIPTION:Join us on a small farm in Teesdale alongside the River Tees to undertake hedge and tree planting on 12 and 15 January. All training and equipment will be provided as well as a buffet lunch and hot drinks to keep you warm! \nSuitable for all ages\, children must be supervised by adult. \nOutdoor clothing to be worn – waterproofs.\nBoots with a sturdy sole.\nToilet and hand washing facilities on site.\nGeneral level of fitness needed.\nBuffet lunch and refreshments provided – please provide allergy details upon booking. \nLocation is:-\nLow Houses Farm\, Newbiggin\, Barnard Castle\, DL12 0UJ\nW3W: warp.knitted.serious\nOS grid ref: NY92241 26632\nParking on farm\, will be guided on day. Postcode will take you to farm – there is a sign at road end. Only Vodaphone signal on site. \nTimes:- 10am meet on farm\, end at approximately 3pm.  Volunteers are welcome to leave earlier if needed. \nSign up on our volunteer platform or contact molly@northpenninesaonb.org.uk/ mobile 07909283764 \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n \nNature: practical activities – Hedge and tree planting \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/hedge-and-tree-planting/2023-01-15/ LOCATION:Low Houses Farm\, Newbiggin CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2-Liz-Sutcliffe-by-Arkle-Beck-where-alder-trees-are-growing.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20221104T110144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T155240Z UID:10000165-1673517600-1673535600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Hedge and tree planting DESCRIPTION:Join us on a small farm in Teesdale alongside the River Tees to undertake hedge and tree planting on 12 and 15 January. All training and equipment will be provided as well as a buffet lunch and hot drinks to keep you warm! \nSuitable for all ages\, children must be supervised by adult. \nOutdoor clothing to be worn – waterproofs.\nBoots with a sturdy sole.\nToilet and hand washing facilities on site.\nGeneral level of fitness needed.\nBuffet lunch and refreshments provided – please provide allergy details upon booking. \nLocation is:-\nLow Houses Farm\, Newbiggin\, Barnard Castle\, DL12 0UJ\nW3W: warp.knitted.serious\nOS grid ref: NY92241 26632\nParking on farm\, will be guided on day. Postcode will take you to farm – there is a sign at road end. Only Vodaphone signal on site. \nTimes:- 10am meet on farm\, end at approximately 3pm.  Volunteers are welcome to leave earlier if needed. \nSign up on our volunteer platform or contact molly@northpenninesaonb.org.uk/ mobile 07909283764 \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n \nNature: practical activities – Hedge and tree planting \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/hedge-and-tree-planting/2023-01-12/ LOCATION:Low Houses Farm\, Newbiggin CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2-Liz-Sutcliffe-by-Arkle-Beck-where-alder-trees-are-growing.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221126T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221126T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20220509T121221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T124949Z UID:10000101-1669458600-1669465800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Discovery Club: Hibernation DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday 26 November for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at our Discovery Club. \nAs winter approaches\, some of the animals around Bowlees begin to hibernate. Come along on a walk to see where they could spend the winter\, play games to see if you could successfully hibernate and make crafts to take home. \nDiscovery Club is for young adventurers aged between 3 and 11. Cost: Members – £5 annual membership then £1 per child per session. Non-members – £3 per child per session.\nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors in warm\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/discovery-club-hibernation/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Hedgehog.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221029T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221029T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20220817T111403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T113800Z UID:10000321-1667077200-1667084400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Stargazing Experience at High Force Waterfall DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a night under the stars\, at a very special place. High Force is the largest waterfall in the country\, and is an awesome spectacle at any time of the day. At night\, though\,\nit is a special place you will remember for the rest of your life. \nThe Star Safaris team will meet at the High Force Hotel\, for an indoor briefing and presentation\, before walking down to the waterfall together. On the way\, you will learn about the unique landscape and what makes it so special as a dark sky site. The skies above the waterfall are among the darkest in Europe\, and the surrounding cliffs ensure a truly dark experience. Your guide will light the waterfall up\, so you will be able to take selfies and other photographs with your phone. \nIf the sky is clear\, we will go dark as quickly as possible and start looking at the night sky. This will be done as a group experience\, by a guide\, with a laser pointer. Unlike observatory events\, you won’t spend your time queueing for a telescope. When conditions are especially clear\, we may use astronomy binoculars. \nYou will leave the event with a greater knowledge of the night sky\, and how to find key objects and constellations on your own. More than that\, though\, you will have spent some time in the dark at a spectacular natural location\, which is normally only accessible in daylight. \nUnfortunately\, because of limited space at the location\, do not bring camera tripods\, or dogs. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22\n#NPennDarkSkies \nNo minimum age – involves a 1.2km (round trip) walk on a gravel path. Contact Star Safaris for details (via https://www.starsafaris.com/site/contact). See https://www.starsafaris.com/highforce for details on the VIP ticket. Ideal for novice astronomers URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-experience-at-high-force-waterfall/2022-10-29/ LOCATION:High Force Hotel\, The High Force Hotel\, Alston Rd\, Forest-in-Teesdale\, DL12 0XH CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Stargazing-experience-at-High-Force-waterfall-c-Gary-Lintern-Photography.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221029T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221029T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20221007T135548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T135548Z UID:10000351-1667066400-1667071800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family astronomy DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, the team at Grassholme Observatory have laid on this exclusive event to educate the little ones on all things spacey! What better way to get the kids into astronomy and science than a visit to one of the UK’s newest observatories. \nYour little ones will enjoy an interactive talk in the classroom and then children will be able to see and touch rocks from space – meteorites. A stunning interactive talk on space stuff in our purpose-built classroom and then weather permitting outside under the stars for some stargazing and peering through telescopes. \nHot chocolate and radiators are available too! All in all\, a wonderful introduction to Family astronomy under the dark skies of Grassholme. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 –www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22 #NPennDarkSkies \nAdults: £19\nFamily: £65\nConcessions: £16\nChild ticket £12 \nAdult: 16+\nFamily: Minimum of 1 and a maximum of 4\nConcession: 65+ or Blue Badge holder\nChild: up to 16 \nPre-booking essential on Grassholme Observatory’s web site URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-astronomy-3/ LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Family-astronomy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221029T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221029T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20220509T124235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T205632Z UID:10000106-1667039400-1667046600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Discovery Club: Nocturnal animals DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday 29 October for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at our Discovery Club. \nDo you know what an owl pellet is? Join us as we dissect them and learn about owls and the other nocturnal animals that live in and around Bowlees. \nDiscovery Club is for young adventurers aged between 3 and 11. Cost: Members – £5 annual membership then £1 per child per session. Non-members – £3 per child per session.\nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors in warm\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22 #NPennDarkSkies URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/discovery-club-nocturnal-animals/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Barn-owl-12_DH-LOWER-e1759400270174.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221028T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221028T220000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20220819T125900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T174550Z UID:10000141-1666983600-1666994400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Carrshield Skywatch DESCRIPTION:Join us for a journey from the start to the end of time – at this atmospheric venue in the West Allen Valley. Your host for the event is local astronomer\, astrophotographer and science communicator – Andy Gray. \nAfter we have settled in Andy Gray will talk about how telescopes have changed our view of the universe and humanities position within it – ‘From Lippershey to the James Webb Telescope’. Our ability to see into space and into the past has changed our view of our place from being at the centre\, to being almost insignificant\, and possibly even alone in the vastness. We will look at how this happened from the very first telescopes\, looking at visible light\, up to the most recent telescopes which can observe and image at almost all the wavelengths of light. This has enabled us to learn a great deal of how stars and galaxies form\, grow and die. We will be able to see how the universe looked just after the big bang and what the end of the universe might be. \nFollowing Andy’s talk we will\, sky conditions allowing\, do some live stargazing – using telescopes and astronomy binoculars. \nWear wellies/boots and bring warm and waterproof clothing. You will need a torch too (ideally red light). Light refreshments are included. Suitable for ages 10+. No dogs. \nCarrshield Village Hall is part of the old Barney Craig Mineshop almost at the head of the West Allen Valley. The upper floor of the building has been converted into Carrshield Camping Barn – if you fancy making a night of it why not book a room? See www.carrshieldcampingbarn.co.uk for details and availability. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22 #NPennDarkSkies \nAdults: £15\nConcessions: £10 (under 18s\, over 65+)\nFamilies: £35\nSuitable for ages 10+ URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/carrshield-skywatch/ LOCATION:Carrshield Village Hall\, Barney Craig\, Carrshield\, Northumberland\, NE47 8AR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221026T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221026T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20220819T121055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T121437Z UID:10000140-1666780200-1666787400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Reach for the stars DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at this space-themed Wild Wednesday event. Follow the star trail\, create your very own constellation and generally enjoy celebrating the stars!\nCraft activities and outdoor fun aimed at children aged four to 13. \nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors in warm\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival\nrunning from 21 to 30 October 2022 –\nwww.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk\n#NorthPennStarFest22 #NPennDarkSkies \n£6 – one child\, £10 – two children\, £13 – three children \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-reach-for-the-stars/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Wild-Wednesday-Reach-for-the-stars.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221028 DTSTAMP:20260430T000226 CREATED:20220930T150542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T154511Z UID:10000350-1666656000-1666915199@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Celebrate Science DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Science is Durham University’s family science festival \, aimed at 7-11 year olds and their families. The event aims to engage\, involve and inspire people and encourage young people to consider science in their future. \nThe North Pennines AONB Partnership will be running hands-on activities on the theme of peatlands (25 Oct) and geology (26-27 Oct)\, 10am-4pm. Please contact naomi@northpenninesaonb.org.uk for more information. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/celebrate-science/ LOCATION:Palace Green\, Durham\, Durham\, DH1 3RN CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/2D-Celebrate-Science-geology-child-Oct-2019.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR