BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//North Pennines National Landscape - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:North Pennines National Landscape 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T193000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240911T141256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T112910Z UID:10001149-1730570400-1730575800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family astronomy at Grassholme Observatory DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, the team at Grassholme Observatory have laid on this exclusive event on Saturday 2 November 6pm to 7.30pm – to educate the little ones on all things spacey. \nWhat better way to get the kids into astronomy and science than a visit to one of the UK’s newest observatories. Your little ones will enjoy an interactive talk in the classroom and then children will be able to see and touch rocks from space – meteorites. \nA 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. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any. \nPre-booking essential via https://bookwhen.com/grassholmeobservatory/e/ev-spdb-20241102180000 and for full terms and conditions. \n\nAdult (16+): £19\nChild (1-15): £12\nFamily (group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child): £65\nConcessions (65+ or Blue Badge holder): £16\n\nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org\n#NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-astronomy-5/ LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW CATEGORIES:Family-friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T230000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240911T120928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T113700Z UID:10001142-1730491200-1730502000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy and stargazing DESCRIPTION:The event will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nWith no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the Milky Way\, and many deep sky objects like galaxies\, nebulae and star clusters. You will then use the robotic telescope to scour the skies for other jewels in the cosmos. \nThen it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink and questions. Bring warm clothes – it can get chilly when we are outside. This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any. \nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \n\nAdult: £24 (16+)\nFamily: £70 (group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child)\nConcessions: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years or Blue Badge holder)\n\nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-2-2/2024-11-01/ LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW CATEGORIES:Family-friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T230000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240911T120928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T113700Z UID:10001141-1730318400-1730329200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy and stargazing DESCRIPTION:The event will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nWith no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the Milky Way\, and many deep sky objects like galaxies\, nebulae and star clusters. You will then use the robotic telescope to scour the skies for other jewels in the cosmos. \nThen it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink and questions. Bring warm clothes – it can get chilly when we are outside. This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any. \nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \n\nAdult: £24 (16+)\nFamily: £70 (group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child)\nConcessions: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years or Blue Badge holder)\n\nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-2-2/2024-10-30/ LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW CATEGORIES:Family-friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241030T123000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240902T122809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T111820Z UID:10001109-1730284200-1730291400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - fantastic fungi DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nJoin us on a guided walk around the wooded area of Bowlees Visitor centre in search of fantastic fungi on Wednesday 30 October\, 10.30am to 12.30pm. \nWe will learn how to identify different species of mushrooms\, their edibility\, toxicity and medicinal properties. Learn about the magic of the ‘Wood Wide Web’\, mycelium and mycorrhizal relationships\, improving your knowledge and understanding of this mystical world. \nAll materials and equipment will be provided. Please wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather. Optional to bring baskets and mushroom puns. \nSuitable for children aged five plus. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. £2 per child.  Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book. \nWheelchair accessible. Disabled parking and accessible toilet available. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-fantastic-fungi/ 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/2024/09/Russla-mushroon-scaled-e1725280009980.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240923T102109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T110402Z UID:10001160-1730226600-1730233800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family friendly astronomy DESCRIPTION:Join the team at the North Pennines Observatory for this family friendly creative introduction to astronomy – bringing together art and science to explore the constellations and our near planets as viewed from the North Pennines. \nGuest astronomer\, Roy Alexander\, will start with a beginner’s guide around the night sky. If the sky is clear you’ll be outside looking up with laser pointers to identify the cosmos looking in particular\, for Saturn\, Jupiter and the constellations of Taurus\, the Seven Sisters\, and much\, much more. If it’s cloudy\, no worries we’ll use our astronomy software and big screen projection to show you a virtual image of the ‘live’ sky that night. \nBut it won’t stop there\, ACA’s creative director and artist Alan Smith will overlap with Roy to take you back through art history looking at how humankind has creatively interpreted the cosmos through some incredible artwork. You will then have the opportunity to draw your own map of the cosmos and create your own constellations to take home. \n\nThis event is suitable for families (8 years +) or anyone of any age or ability wanting to explore the wonders of the universe.\n\nAdvance booking is essential via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/family-friendly-creative-introduction-to-astronomy-tickets-1024914235067 \n\n£12.50 concessions (under 18)\n£19 adult (18+)\n£52 family (2 adults\, 2 children)\n\nNorth Pennines Observatory @ ACA\, Allenheads Contemporary Arts\, Old School House\, Allenheads\, Hexham\, Northumberland NE47 9HR. Visit https://www.acart.org.uk/observatory-allenheads for details. \nIf the sky is clear\, we’ll open up the observatory to take a closer look at the night sky after the talk and arts activities. Observing the skies is weather-dependent\, but you’ll be pleased to know that events go ahead whatever the weather. The team at the observatory aim to deliver exciting and interesting events every time. \nWrap up warm and bring a red light torch (if you have one). All art materials provided. Access to the North Pennines Observatory is via a steep access road and has limited space for parking – please park considerately in the village and walk up or message (helenshead@acart.org.uk) to reserve a parking space. Warm drinks will be provided. \nDoors open 6.15 pm. Please arrive early for welcome hot drinks. The presentation will allow plenty of time for questions and discussion. Finish time may be extended to continue stargazing on a clear night. \nAsk about stargazing sleepovers at the onsite accommodation at the Observatory Cabin (up to 3 people) or the larger 4-bedroom accommodation at the Old School House. Book for this event or another private\, bespoke stargazing experience. Contact helenshead@acart.org.uk for more information. \nThis North Pennines Observatory @ ACA event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-friendly-astronomy/ LOCATION:North Pennines Observatory at ACA\, The Old School House\, Allenheads\, Northumberland\, NE47 9HR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241029T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240911T140807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T134804Z UID:10001148-1730217600-1730232000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Stargazing at the Weardale Railway DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Weardale’s dark skies on the Weardale Railway – Tuesday 29 October\, 4pm to 8pm. \nThe experience starts at Stanhope Station with exciting space themed activities for all the family\, this will be followed by a train ride\, leaving at 5pm. At a unique location you will disembark and enjoy stargazing using telescopes and while listening to experts from the Bishop Auckland Astronomical Society. \nPre-booking is essential via https://weardale-railway.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/60078 \n\nAdults (16+): £30\nChildren (under 15): £15\n\nTickets include light refreshments and a space themed gift for the children. Please bring a folding chair(s). The experience means you will be climbing on and off the train so suitable footwear and a reasonable level of fitness are required. \nIn the event of cloudy skies the event will still go ahead\, however the telescope experience will be replaced with an alternative activity. \nMore information at https://www.weardale-railway.org.uk/stargazing or email weardalerailway@aucklandproject.org \nThis Weardale Railway event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org\n#NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-at-the-weardale-railway/ LOCATION:Weardale Railway CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Stargazing-at-the-Weardale-Railway_291024_HiRes.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241028T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240903T144703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T132632Z UID:10001113-1730134800-1730149200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Stars\, stories and nature discoveries DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the North Pennines Stargazing Festival with astronomy\, storytelling\, arts and crafts and wildlife trail. Suitable for all ages with facts\, food and fun for everyone. \nJoin us for ‘Stars\, stories and nature discoveries\,’ – Monday 28 October\, 5pm to 9pm\, at Low Birk Hatt\, Baldersdale. \nEmbrace the autumnal night under the warmth and comfort of fire-lit jurts to hear stories\, learn about astronomy\, and local wildlife with our interactive trail. \nMalcom Green uses his art of storytelling to create an immersive sense of connection and belonging. His stories take people deeply into the world so that they experience being a part of its elements\, drawing on our inter-connectedness with all its wonder\, mystery\, grief and joy. \nNeill Sanders\, from Go Stargazing\, shares his expertise and enthusiasm for astronomy with interesting space facts\, a laser-pen guided tour of the night and presents the opportunity for you to explore the secrets of the sky using high-tech telescopes. *Visibility is weather dependent. \nHot beverages and food available (donation) or you can bring your own. Free minibus transportation available on booking. There are toilet facilities. Please note that the site is not wheelchair accessible. No dogs please. \nDress appropriately for cold\, autumn weather. Bring blankets\, optional own comfy camping chair and headtorches. \n\n£10 for a single adult ticket (over 16)\n£3 for a single child ticket (16 and under)\n£20 for a family ticket which incudes 2 adults and 2 children – larger families can add on additional single tickets to cover all members.\nChildren under 5 go free. All children must be accompanied by an adult.\n\nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stars-stories-and-nature-discoveries/ LOCATION:Low Birk Hatt Farm CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Storytelling-and-stars-at-Hannahs-meadow-3-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241027T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241027T230000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240911T120928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T113700Z UID:10001140-1730059200-1730070000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy and stargazing DESCRIPTION:The event will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nWith no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the Milky Way\, and many deep sky objects like galaxies\, nebulae and star clusters. You will then use the robotic telescope to scour the skies for other jewels in the cosmos. \nThen it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink and questions. Bring warm clothes – it can get chilly when we are outside. This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any. \nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \n\nAdult: £24 (16+)\nFamily: £70 (group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child)\nConcessions: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years or Blue Badge holder)\n\nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-2-2/2024-10-27/ LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW CATEGORIES:Family-friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T230000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240911T120928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T113700Z UID:10001154-1729972800-1729983600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy and stargazing DESCRIPTION:The event will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nWith no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the Milky Way\, and many deep sky objects like galaxies\, nebulae and star clusters. You will then use the robotic telescope to scour the skies for other jewels in the cosmos. \nThen it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink and questions. Bring warm clothes – it can get chilly when we are outside. This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any. \nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \n\nAdult: £24 (16+)\nFamily: £70 (group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child)\nConcessions: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years or Blue Badge holder)\n\nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-2-2/2024-10-26/ LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW CATEGORIES:Family-friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T230000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240911T163858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T131020Z UID:10001152-1729886400-1729897200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy and stargazing DESCRIPTION:The event will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nWith no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the Milky Way\, and many deep sky objects like galaxies\, nebulae and star clusters.  You will then use the robotic telescope to scour the skies for other jewels in the cosmos. \nThen it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink and questions. Bring warm clothes – it can get chilly when we are outside. This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any. \nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \n\nAdult: £24 (16+)\nFamily: £70 (group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child)\nConcessions: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years or Blue Badge holder)\n\nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW CATEGORIES:Family-friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241027T100000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240903T140624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T094126Z UID:10001114-1729882800-1730023200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Star Camp DESCRIPTION:Experience Star Camp for a weekend of all things astronomical and beyond\, 25 to 27 October in Teesdale. The camp is perfect for novice astronomers and is great for adults and children (6+ years). Telescopes will be provided\, along with expert guidance and you are welcome to bring your own equipment too\, including cameras (with tripods) and binoculars. \nThere will also be astronomy themed talks\, solar observing and a bottle rocket competition. \nDuring the weekend Saturn will be looking amazing\, along with a super bright Jupiter and a big moon. The views are sure to blow your socks off. \nYou will arrive on the Friday night to a mulled wine reception at 7pm – stargazing will be available (weather permitting) on the Friday and Saturday night with departure on Sunday. \nBring warm/waterproof clothing and a red light torch (if you have one). \nPitch fees – electric £28 per night; non-electric £23 per night – plus £10 per person per night ‘astronomy charge’ (£9 for under 16s). \nPre-booking essential – direct with Doe Park Caravan Site – www.doepark.co.uk / 01833 650302 / info@doepark.co.uk \nDoe Park Caravan Site\, Cotherstone\, Barnard Castle\, Teesdale\, Co. Durham DL12 9UQ. See http://www.doepark.co.uk/location for directions. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/star-camp-4/ LOCATION:Doe Park Caravan Site\, Cotherstone\, Barnard Castle\, DL12 9UQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Star-Camp-1-c-Richard-Darn_LOW-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241021T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20241001T085440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T085440Z UID:10001162-1729504800-1729512000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Guided walk for new parents/carers and children under 2 years old DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed guided walk for all new parents/carers and their babies from Bowlees Visitor Centre.  The next walk will be on Monday 21 October from 10am to 12 noon. \nThe walks are aimed at parents/carers with children under the age of two years that can go in a carrier or sling. A small number of slings will be available to borrow (please indicate in your booking if you would need one of these). \nThe routes will be of a gentle nature. Refreshments will be available in the upstairs gallery at Bowlees after the walk with a chance to chat and meet other new parents and carers whilst taking the opportunity to be outside and active. \nThe guided walks are free but a donation is welcome. This will go towards continuing the community activities run by the North Pennines National Landscape team. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/guided-walk-for-new-parents-carers-and-children-under-2-years-old/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Image-for-Vics-walks-IMG-20240318-WA0001.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240916T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240717T150725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T145545Z UID:10000965-1726480800-1726488000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Guided walk for new parents/carers and children under 2 years old DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed guided walk for all new parents/carers and their babies from Bowlees Visitor Centre.  The next walk will be on Monday 16 September from 10am to 12 noon. \nThe walks are aimed at parents/carers with children under the age of two years that can go in a carrier or sling. A small number of slings will be available to borrow (please indicate in your booking if you would need one of these). \nThe routes will be of a gentle nature. Refreshments will be available in the upstairs gallery at Bowlees after the walk with a chance to chat and meet other new parents and carers whilst taking the opportunity to be outside and active. \nThe guided walks are free but a donation is welcome. This will go towards continuing the community activities run by the North Pennines National Landscape team. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/npgw-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Image-for-Vics-walks-IMG-20240318-WA0001.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240815T115402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T105853Z UID:10001102-1726326000-1726344000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Lead by fashion exhibition DESCRIPTION:A free exhibition and activities celebrating the clothing and textiles of the North Pennines mining communities brings artefacts and photos from The Weardale Museum and Nenthead Mines to venues in the area as part of the national Heritage Open Days festival which takes place in September each year. \nCome along and learn about the clothing and textiles used by people in the past at this mini exhibition\, featuring historic photos and items used by North Pennines mining communities. We will also have activities on offer including printing one of our designs onto a tote bag and making paper dolls. \nThe exhibition is suitable for people of all ages\, and admission and the activities are all free. The exhibition is visiting four venues throughout Heritage Open Days:\nBrampton Community Centre\, Gelt Room – Friday 6 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nAllendale Village Hall – Saturday 7 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nAlston Town Hall – Monday 9 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nStanhope\, St Thomas Church Hall – Saturday 14 September\, 3pm to 8pm \nThis exhibition is part of a larger programme of activities as part of the Land of Lead and Silver project\, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. The exhibition is also funded by New Wave\, part of Heritage Open Days. \nItems in the exhibition have kindly been lent by The Weardale Museum and Nenthead Mines. \n  \n                    \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/lead-by-fashion4/ LOCATION:St Thomas’ Church Hall\, Stanhope CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_9072.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240909T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240909T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240815T120700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T102433Z UID:10001103-1725894000-1725912000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Lead by fashion exhibition DESCRIPTION:A free exhibition and activities celebrating the clothing and textiles of the North Pennines mining communities brings artefacts and photos from The Weardale Museum and Nenthead Mines to venues in the area as part of the national Heritage Open Days festival which takes place in September each year. \nCome along and learn about the clothing and textiles used by people in the past at this mini exhibition\, featuring historic photos and items used by North Pennines mining communities. We will also have activities on offer including printing one of our designs onto a tote bag and making paper dolls. \nThe exhibition is suitable for people of all ages\, and admission and the activities are all free. The exhibition is visiting four venues throughout Heritage Open Days:\nBrampton Community Centre\, Gelt Room – Friday 6 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nAllendale Village Hall – Saturday 7 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nAlston Town Hall – Monday 9 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nStanhope\, St Thomas Church Hall – Saturday 14 September\, 3pm to 8pm \nThis exhibition is part of a larger programme of activities as part of the Land of Lead and Silver project\, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. The exhibition is also funded by New Wave\, part of Heritage Open Days. \nItems in the exhibition have kindly been lent by The Weardale Museum and Nenthead Mines. \n  \n                \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/lead-by-fashion3/ LOCATION:Alston Town Hall\, Front Street\, Alston\, CA9 3RF CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_9072.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240907T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240907T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240815T120549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T102238Z UID:10001104-1725721200-1725739200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Lead by fashion exhibition DESCRIPTION:A free exhibition and activities celebrating the clothing and textiles of the North Pennines mining communities brings artefacts and photos from The Weardale Museum and Nenthead Mines to venues in the area as part of the national Heritage Open Days festival which takes place in September each year. \nCome along and learn about the clothing and textiles used by people in the past at this mini exhibition\, featuring historic photos and items used by North Pennines mining communities. We will also have activities on offer including printing one of our designs onto a tote bag and making paper dolls. \nThe exhibition is suitable for people of all ages\, and admission and the activities are all free. The exhibition is visiting four venues throughout Heritage Open Days:\nBrampton Community Centre\, Gelt Room – Friday 6 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nAllendale Village Hall – Saturday 7 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nAlston Town Hall – Monday 9 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nStanhope\, St Thomas Church Hall – Saturday 14 September\, 3pm to 8pm \nThis exhibition is part of a larger programme of activities as part of the Land of Lead and Silver project\, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. The exhibition is also funded by New Wave\, part of Heritage Open Days. \nItems in the exhibition have kindly been lent by The Weardale Museum and Nenthead Mines. \n  \n                \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/lead-by-fashion2/ LOCATION:Allendale Village Hall\, Leadgate\, Allendale\, NE47 9PR CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_9072.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240815T120452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T102126Z UID:10001105-1725634800-1725652800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Lead by fashion exhibition DESCRIPTION:A free exhibition and activities celebrating the clothing and textiles of the North Pennines mining communities brings artefacts and photos from The Weardale Museum and Nenthead Mines to venues in the area as part of the national Heritage Open Days festival which takes place in September each year. \nCome along and learn about the clothing and textiles used by people in the past at this mini exhibition\, featuring historic photos and items used by North Pennines mining communities. We will also have activities on offer including printing one of our designs onto a tote bag and making paper dolls. \nThe exhibition is suitable for people of all ages\, and admission and the activities are all free. The exhibition is visiting four venues throughout Heritage Open Days:\nBrampton Community Centre\, Gelt Room – Friday 6 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nAllendale Village Hall – Saturday 7 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nAlston Town Hall – Monday 9 September\, 3pm to 8pm\nStanhope\, St Thomas Church Hall – Saturday 14 September\, 3pm to 8pm \nThis exhibition is part of a larger programme of activities as part of the Land of Lead and Silver project\, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. The exhibition is also funded by New Wave\, part of Heritage Open Days. \nItems in the exhibition have kindly been lent by The Weardale Museum and Nenthead Mines. \n  \n                    \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/lead-by-fashion1/ LOCATION:Brampton Community Centre\, Union Lane\, Brampton\, Cumbria\, CA8 1BX CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_9072.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240904T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240904T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240715T163407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T163407Z UID:10001090-1725454800-1725465600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer opportunity - tree seed collecting DESCRIPTION:Join us for a session of collecting birch tree seeds from a site in Teesdale\, Wednesday 4 September\, 1pm to 4pm. \nThe seeds collected will be used to grow local provenance trees at our tree and wildflower nursery at Bowlees Visitor Centre. \nThe volunteer activity is suitable for all ages\, children must be supervised by an adult. The exact location will be sent 48 hours prior to the event. \nPlease sign up use the volunteer platform Better Impact. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-opportunity-tree-seed-collecting/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/High-Helbeck-tree-seed-collection-project-birch-collection-by-volunteers-Sept-2021.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240829T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240829T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240423T151156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T162310Z UID:10001010-1724925600-1724932800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Outdoor Toddlers DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Toddlers are morning events for children under the age of five along with their parents/carers. \nSpend a relaxed morning outdoors\, with creative activities available to do together\, every Thursday in August\, (1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 Aug 2024) \, 10am to 12 noon\, at Harehope Quarry in Frosterley. Drop-in for as long or short a time as you like. Please note that not all parts of this site are wheelchair or pushchair friendly and the site is not suitable for dogs. \nThe cost is £2 per child (accompanying adults are free). \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link: \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/outdoor-toddlers-5/2024-08-29/ LOCATION:Harehope Quarry\, DL13 2SG CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Trail-at-Harehope.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240828T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240828T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240715T154459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T155515Z UID:10001089-1724850000-1724860800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family friendly volunteer opportunity - tree seed collecting DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family friendly practical session collecting rowan tree seeds from a site in Teesdale on Wednesday 28 August\, 1pm to 4pm. \nThe seeds collected will be used to grow local provenance trees at our tree and wildflower nursery at Bowlees Visitor Centre. \nThe volunteer activity is suitable for all ages\, children must be supervised by an adult. The exact location will be sent 48 hours prior to the event. \nSign up using the volunteer platform Better Impact. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-friendly-volunteer-opportunity-tree-seed-collecting-2/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Rowan-seed-sowing-c-RSK-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240828T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240828T123000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240611T153549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T173539Z UID:10001057-1724841000-1724848200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - seeds of the summer DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nJoin us on a guided walk along the edges of the traditional hay meadows to collect seeds from meadow species on Wednesday 28 August\, 10.30am to 12.30pm. We will learn how to identify meadow plants and how the North Pennines National Landscape is working with farmers to restore the magnificent meadows of Teesdale. \nHelp with the seed sowing activity at the Wildflower and Tree Nursery at Bowlees Visitors Centre contributing to our important restoration work. All materials and equipment will be provided. Please wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather. \nSuitable for children aged five to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book). \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-seeds-of-the-summer/ 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/2024/06/Wild-Wednesday-Seed-Sowing-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240822T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240822T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240423T151156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T162310Z UID:10001009-1724320800-1724328000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Outdoor Toddlers DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Toddlers are morning events for children under the age of five along with their parents/carers. \nSpend a relaxed morning outdoors\, with creative activities available to do together\, every Thursday in August\, (1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 Aug 2024) \, 10am to 12 noon\, at Harehope Quarry in Frosterley. Drop-in for as long or short a time as you like. Please note that not all parts of this site are wheelchair or pushchair friendly and the site is not suitable for dogs. \nThe cost is £2 per child (accompanying adults are free). \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link: \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/outdoor-toddlers-5/2024-08-22/ LOCATION:Harehope Quarry\, DL13 2SG CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Trail-at-Harehope.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240510T115430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T115948Z UID:10001020-1724236200-1724241600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday – on the rocks DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nCome and explore the rocks around Bowlees on 21 August\, 10.30am to 12 noon\, and investigate what you can find\, what’s special about them and how we use them.\nSuitable for children aged 5+. \nAll children must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. Please wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing and sun protection suitable for the weather.\n£2 per child (accompanying adults and under 5s free). \nPlease let us know if there is anything we can do to make this event more accessible and enjoyable for your family\, such as sensory needs. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wwotr/ 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/2024/05/Bowlees-children-geology12-resized-for-ticketsource.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240820T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240820T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240715T151857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T155449Z UID:10001088-1724158800-1724169600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family friendly volunteer opportunity - tree seed collecting DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family friendly practical session collecting bird cherry seeds from a site near Middleton-in-Teesdale on Tuesday 20 August\, 1pm to 4pm. \nThe seeds collected will be used to grow local provenance trees at our tree and wildflower nursery at Bowlees Visitor Centre. Bird cherry is a small\, widely distributed deciduous tree. Bees and hoverflies visit the flowers and birds gorge on the berries in the late summer. \nThe volunteer activity is suitable for all ages\, children must be supervised by an adult. The exact location will be sent 48 hours prior to the event. \nSign up using the volunteer platform Better Impact. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-friendly-volunteer-opportunity-tree-seed-collecting/ LOCATION:Middleton-in-Teesdale CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/High-Helbeck-tree-seed-collection-project-volunteers-collecting-birch-seeds-Sept-2021.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240818T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240818T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240605T121706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T094115Z UID:10001047-1723975200-1723996800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family workshop - create postcards of the North Pennines DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free family art workshop on Sunday 18 August\, 10am to 4pm\, at Blanchland Village Hall\, to create your own postcard and stamp illustrations inspired by the North Pennines mining heritage. \nDaniel J. Weatheritt\, graphic artist and designer\, will teach you different artistic techniques using water colours\, ink\, collages and more. Get creative and mix wildlife and industrial themes in your postcards. This workshop is suitable for people of all ages and would make a great family day out. \nAll artworks will be digitised and projected inside a mysterious cabinet of curiosities to make up part of a public exhibition. \nThis workshop is part of the 2024 Land of Lead and Silver community arts programme. Daniel Weatheritt is one of four community arts bursary recipients. To find out more go to https://northpennines.org.uk/community-arts-2024/. \n  \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n            \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/pictorial-postcards-of-the-north-pennines-family-workshop/ LOCATION:Blanchland Village Hall\, Clap Shaw\, Consett\, DH8 9UA CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/mining-pictures.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240815T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240815T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240423T151156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T162310Z UID:10001008-1723716000-1723723200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Outdoor Toddlers DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Toddlers are morning events for children under the age of five along with their parents/carers. \nSpend a relaxed morning outdoors\, with creative activities available to do together\, every Thursday in August\, (1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 Aug 2024) \, 10am to 12 noon\, at Harehope Quarry in Frosterley. Drop-in for as long or short a time as you like. Please note that not all parts of this site are wheelchair or pushchair friendly and the site is not suitable for dogs. \nThe cost is £2 per child (accompanying adults are free). \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link: \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/outdoor-toddlers-5/2024-08-15/ LOCATION:Harehope Quarry\, DL13 2SG CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Trail-at-Harehope.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240814T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240814T123000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240611T150518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T115453Z UID:10001056-1723629600-1723638600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - campfire cooking and foraging DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nJoin us on a campfire cooking and foraging experience to enjoy the fruits of the season on Wednesday 14 August\, 10.30am to 12.30pm at Bowlees Visitor Centre. \nExperience a morning of what it might have been like to live in hunter gatherer times. Each child will cook their own bread on a stick on an open fire that can be dipped or filled with foraged delights. We will go on a foraging walk to learn how to identify plants that can be used in recipes and enjoy your foraged finds added to a herbal tea infused on the camp fire. \nAll materials and equipment will be provided. Please Email: Kerryanne@northpennines.org.uk with any allergies or dietary requirements. £2. Suitable for children aged 5 to 12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book a ticket). \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \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 National Landscape Team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wwccaf/ 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:20240808T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240808T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240423T151156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T162310Z UID:10001007-1723111200-1723118400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Outdoor Toddlers DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Toddlers are morning events for children under the age of five along with their parents/carers. \nSpend a relaxed morning outdoors\, with creative activities available to do together\, every Thursday in August\, (1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 Aug 2024) \, 10am to 12 noon\, at Harehope Quarry in Frosterley. Drop-in for as long or short a time as you like. Please note that not all parts of this site are wheelchair or pushchair friendly and the site is not suitable for dogs. \nThe cost is £2 per child (accompanying adults are free). \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link: \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/outdoor-toddlers-5/2024-08-08/ LOCATION:Harehope Quarry\, DL13 2SG CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Trail-at-Harehope.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240807T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240807T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240510T110519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T151902Z UID:10001019-1723026600-1723032000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - den building DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nThe challenge for Wednesday 7 August\, 10.30am to 12 noon\, at Bowlees Visitor Centre is to build yourselves a den amongst the trees using sticks and other materials\, with help and ideas from staff. What will you construct? \nSuitable for children aged 5+. All children must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. Please wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing and sun protection suitable for the weather.\n£2 per child (accompanying adults and under 5s free) \nPlease let us know if there is anything we can do to make this event more accessible and enjoyable for your family\, such as sensory needs. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-den-building/ 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/2024/05/Dens-at-Hamsterley-small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240801T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240801T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T041419 CREATED:20240423T151156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T162310Z UID:10001006-1722506400-1722513600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Outdoor Toddlers DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Toddlers are morning events for children under the age of five along with their parents/carers. \nSpend a relaxed morning outdoors\, with creative activities available to do together\, every Thursday in August\, (1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 Aug 2024) \, 10am to 12 noon\, at Harehope Quarry in Frosterley. Drop-in for as long or short a time as you like. Please note that not all parts of this site are wheelchair or pushchair friendly and the site is not suitable for dogs. \nThe cost is £2 per child (accompanying adults are free). \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link: \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/outdoor-toddlers-5/2024-08-01/ LOCATION:Harehope Quarry\, DL13 2SG CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Trail-at-Harehope.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR