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:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210606T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210606T170000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20200206T161329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210525T115756Z UID:10000053-1622988000-1622998800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Geology Walk: Widdybank Fell DESCRIPTION:Geology Walk: Widdybank Fell for European Geoparks Week\nThis is a joint event with Moor House-Upper Teesdale National Nature Reserve. This guided walk takes us along the nature trail to explore the unique geology of Upper Teesdale. Learn how it has shaped the landscape and created special habitats for rare species. Keep eyes peeled for fossilised sea creatures\, abandoned mines and the unusual sugar limestone. \nThe walk will follow an easy\, surfaced 3 mile route and wheelchair access can be arranged easily. \nPlease meet at Cow Green Reservoir car park (NY810309) and bring warm\, weatherproof clothing and a snack. \nFor further information please contact Adam Millington (Natural England) on 01833 622374 or adam.millington@naturalengland.org.uk \nBook here for joint walks with Natural England: \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/geology-walk-widdybank-fell/ LOCATION:Cow Green\, Cow Green Reservoir car park\, Barnard Castle\, DL12 0HX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_8115.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210608T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210608T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210527T102850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210527T102850Z UID:10000009-1623169800-1623180600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Rush and Soil Management Workshop DESCRIPTION:Delivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme this on-farm (Upper Teesdale) workshop will look at rush and soil management of pastures and meadows.  We will be joined by qualified farm advisor Ian Cairns and there will be an opportunity for knowledge exchange and discussion. This is the first event of the Upper Teesdale Facilitation Fund Group and places are restricted to farmers and land managers in the Tees-Swale area. \nPlease contact Molly Jones for more information: molly@northpenninesaonb.org.uk \nTees-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 Authority URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/rush-and-soil-management-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rush-and-Soil.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210610T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210610T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210527T110601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210527T110601Z UID:10000102-1623321000-1623340800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wildflower identification training DESCRIPTION:Delivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme this interactive day-long outdoor workshop held at Bowlees Quarry will help you get to grips with the commonest plant families. We will look at the key features of flower structure and vegetative features\, plus investigate how to tell the differences between plant families such as the Buttercup family\, Rose family and Umbellifer family. We will learn how to key out plants using The Wildflower Key by Francis Rose. \nThis event is currently fully subscribed (the listing will be edited if spaces become available). \nTees-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 Authority. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wildflower-identification-training/ CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/June-2013-078.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210610T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210610T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210507T210220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210507T210341Z UID:10000044-1623346200-1623353400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:High Helbeck estate ramble (2 miles) DESCRIPTION:Join the North Pennines AONB Partnership on an early evening walk to explore part of the little known High Helbeck Estate. As well as discussing the current work taking place on the estate\, we will be keeping our eyes and ears open for any wildlife we might come across\, particularly upland wading bird species. Please bring binoculars if you have them\, although we will have some spares. \nThe High Helbeck Green Recovery Fund Project is a partnership project between estate owners Ben & Nicolete Blackett-Ord\, the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, the RSPB\, the Woodland Trust and Natural England. The Defra-backed project runs from January 2021 to March 2022 and a key part of the scheme is to deliver significant biodiversity benefits to the High Helbeck estate (near Brough\, Cumbria) including 80 hectares of peatland restoration\, an increase in trees and scrub\, covering 153 hectares\, and a series of small wetlands to enhance 85 hectares of habitat for breeding wading birds. \nThe route is just over 2 miles long and follows the same route back. The walk does follow a fairly well trodden route\, but the terrain can be uneven and boggy in places. Due to the mixed terrain and topography\, a good basic level of fitness is required. Please ensure you dress for the weather and bring sturdy walking boots. No food or drink is provided and there are no toilet facilities on site. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nMeeting Point – Deadman Gill Layby – grid reference – NY823188. If you are unsure of directions\, please contact Chris Jones (cjones@northpenninesaonb.org.uk). Please car share where possible as parking is very limited. \nThe route is just over 2 miles long and follows the same route back. The walk does follow a fairly well trodden route\, but the terrain can be uneven and boggy in places. Due to the mixed terrain and topography a good basic level of fitness is required. Please ensure you dress for the weather and bring sturdy walking boots. No food or drink is provided and there are no toilet facilities on site. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/high-helbeck-estate-ramble-3/ LOCATION:Deadman Gill layby\, near Brough\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/High-Helbeck.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210612T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210612T130000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210507T211037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210507T211248Z UID:10000026-1623492000-1623502800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:High Helbeck estate circular ramble (3 miles) DESCRIPTION:Join the North Pennines AONB Partnership on a walk to explore part of the little known High Helbeck estate. As well as discussing the current work taking place on the estate\, we will be keeping our eyes and ears open for any wildlife we might come across\, particularly upland wading bird species. Please bring binoculars if you have them\, although we will have some spares. \nThe High Helbeck Green Recovery Fund Project is a partnership project between estate owners Ben & Nicolete Blackett-Ord\, the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, the RSPB\, the Woodland Trust and Natural England. The Defra-backed project runs from January 2021 to March 2022 and a key part of the scheme is to deliver significant biodiversity benefits to the High Helbeck estate (near Brough\, Cumbria) including 80 hectares of peatland restoration\, an increase in trees and scrub\, covering 153 hectares\, and a series of small wetlands to enhance 85 hectares of habitat for breeding wading birds. \nThis circular route is around 3 miles long. The walk follows a wide range of terrain on some steep slopes with some boggy areas. The route also passes through a small stream and\, as water levels can be unpredictable\, it is recommended to wear wellies just in case. A decent level of fitness is required to complete this walk. Please ensure you dress for the weather. No food or drink is provided but feel free to bring drinks and snacks. There is a toilet towards the end of the walk that can be used if required. \n  \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nMeeting Point – Deadman Gill Layby – grid reference – NY823188. If you are unsure of directions\, please contact Chris Jones (cjones@northpenninesaonb.org.uk). Please car share where possible as parking is very limited. \nThis circular route is around 3 miles long. The walk follows a wide range of terrain on some steep slopes with some boggy areas. The route also passes through a small stream and as water levels can be unpredictable\, it is recommended to wear wellies just in case. A decent level of fitness is required to complete this walk. Please ensure you dress for the weather. No food or drink is provided but feel free to bring drinks and snacks. There is a toilet towards the end of the walk that can be used if required. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/high-helbeck-estate-circular-ramble-3-miles-2/ LOCATION:Deadman Gill layby\, near Brough\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/High-Helbeck.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210613T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210613T130000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210507T211423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210507T211526Z UID:10000100-1623578400-1623589200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:High Helbeck estate circular ramble (3 miles) DESCRIPTION:Join the North Pennines AONB Partnership on a walk to explore part of the little known High Helbeck estate. As well as discussing the current work taking place on the estate\, we will be keeping our eyes and ears open for any wildlife we might come across\, particularly upland wading bird species. Please bring binoculars if you have them\, although we will have some spares. \nThe High Helbeck Green Recovery Fund Project is a partnership project between estate owners Ben & Nicolete Blackett-Ord\, the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, the RSPB\, the Woodland Trust and Natural England. The Defra-backed project runs from January 2021 to March 2022 and a key part of the scheme is to deliver significant biodiversity benefits to the High Helbeck estate (near Brough\, Cumbria) including 80 hectares of peatland restoration\, an increase in trees and scrub\, covering 153 hectares\, and a series of small wetlands to enhance 85 hectares of habitat for breeding wading birds. \nThis circular route is around 3 miles long. The walk follows a wide range of terrain on some steep slopes with some boggy areas. The route also passes through a small stream and\, as water levels can be unpredictable\, it is recommended to wear wellies just in case. A decent level of fitness is required to complete this walk. Please ensure you dress for the weather. No food or drink is provided but feel free to bring drinks and snacks. There is a toilet towards the end of the walk that can be used if required. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nMeeting Point – Deadman Gill Layby – grid reference – NY823188. If you are unsure of directions\, please contact Chris Jones (cjones@northpenninesaonb.org.uk). Please car share where possible as parking is very limited. \nThis circular route is around 3 miles long. The walk follows a wide range of terrain on some steep slopes with some boggy areas. The route also passes through a small stream and as water levels can be unpredictable\, it is recommended to wear wellies just in case. A decent level of fitness is required to complete this walk. Please ensure you dress for the weather. No food or drink is provided but feel free to bring drinks and snacks. There is a toilet towards the end of the walk that can be used if required. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/high-helbeck-estate-circular-ramble-3-miles-3/ LOCATION:Deadman Gill layby\, near Brough\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/High-Helbeck.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210615T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210615T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210527T111411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210527T111411Z UID:10000105-1623753000-1623772800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Grasses identification and survey training DESCRIPTION:Delivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme this interactive day-long outdoor workshop at Bowlees Quarry will help you get to grips with the commonest grasses. We will look at the key features of grass flower structure and vegetative features\, plus investigate how to tell the differences between each grass genus\, such as the bents\, meadow grasses and fescues. We will look at a few sedges and rushes too. The afternoon surveys will include identifying all wildflowers\, grasses\, sedges and rushes within the quadrats. \nThis event is currently fully subscribed (the listing will be edited if spaces become available). \nTees-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 Authority. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/grasses-identification-and-survey-training/ CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSCF0129-e1581416053753.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210622T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210622T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210507T210526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210507T210702Z UID:10000035-1624383000-1624390200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:High Helbeck estate ramble (2 miles) DESCRIPTION:Join the North Pennines AONB Partnership on an early evening walk to explore part of the little known High Helbeck Estate. As well as discussing the current work taking place on the estate\, we will be keeping our eyes and ears open for any wildlife we might come across\, particularly upland wading bird species. Please bring binoculars if you have them\, although we will have some spares. \nThe High Helbeck Green Recovery Fund Project is a partnership project between estate owners Ben & Nicolete Blackett-Ord\, the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, the RSPB\, the Woodland Trust and Natural England. The Defra-backed project runs from January 2021 to March 2022 and a key part of the scheme is to deliver significant biodiversity benefits to the High Helbeck estate (near Brough\, Cumbria) including 80 hectares of peatland restoration\, an increase in trees and scrub\, covering 153 hectares\, and a series of small wetlands to enhance 85 hectares of habitat for breeding wading birds. \nThe route is just over 2 miles long and follows the same route back. The walk does follow a fairly well trodden route\, but the terrain can be uneven and boggy in places. Due to the mixed terrain and topography\, a good basic level of fitness is required. Please ensure you dress for the weather and bring sturdy walking boots. No food or drink is provided and there are no toilet facilities on site. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nMeeting Point – Deadman Gill Layby – grid reference – NY823188. If you are unsure of directions\, please contact Chris Jones (cjones@northpenninesaonb.org.uk). Please car share where possible as parking is very limited. \nThe route is just over 2 miles long and follows the same route back. The walk does follow a fairly well trodden route\, but the terrain can be uneven and boggy in places. Due to the mixed terrain and topography a good basic level of fitness is required. Please ensure you dress for the weather and bring sturdy walking boots. No food or drink is provided and there are no toilet facilities on site. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/high-helbeck-estate-ramble-4/ LOCATION:Deadman Gill layby\, near Brough\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/High-Helbeck.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210623T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210623T163000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210527T103739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210527T103739Z UID:10000010-1624451400-1624465800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Meadow and Rush Pasture Workshop DESCRIPTION:Delivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme this on-farm (Upper Teesdale) workshop will cover undertaking a basic upland hay meadow assessment\, looking at key indicator species used to determine the suitability of management and species-richness. \nPlaces are restricted to farmers and land managers in the Tees-Swale area. Please contact Molly Jones for more information: molly@northpenninesaonb.org.uk \nTees-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 Authority. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/meadow-and-rush-pasture-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Meadows-and-Rush.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210626T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210626T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210521T122305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T082023Z UID:10000004-1624701600-1624723200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Guided Walks: learn more about native trees and woodlands in Arkengarthdale - 10am & 2pm DESCRIPTION:The Tees-Swale programme is hosting two guided walks at Heggs-Castle ‘cluster’ in Arkengarthdale where you can learn more about native trees and woodlands. \nThe walks will be led by Edward Mills\, a Chartered Forester\, author\, woodland owner and manager of a variety of woodlands and small forestry estates in the Lake District\, Northern England and Scotland. He teaches various tree and woodland related courses and his areas of expertise are wide. Edward will discuss tree identification and topics of importance in current changing times including tree diseases\, climate change\, rewilding and matching the right tree for the right place. \nThis event is part of the Tees-Swale programme funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority. It is being delivered in partnership with Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust’s Together for Trees Project funded by DEFRA through the Green Recovery Challenge Fund. \nPlaces are limited and booking is essential. \nClick here to book onto the 10am walk. \nClick here to book onto the 2pm walk. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/guided-walks-learn-more-about-native-trees-and-woodlands-in-arkengarthdale-10am-2pm/ LOCATION:Heggs-Castle ‘cluster’\, Arkengarthdale\, Richmondshire\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Woodland.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210629T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210629T190000 DTSTAMP:20260505T100952 CREATED:20210618T114956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T125134Z UID:10000016-1624978800-1624993200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Photography walk on High Helbeck upland estate DESCRIPTION:Join the High Helbeck Estate Manager on a walk around the estate\, taking in some of his favourite places. You will learn what Paul Henry does day-to-day to look after this unique ecosystem and will have the opportunity to practice your photography skills on some beautiful landscapes and natural features. We will also be talking about the revolutionary conservation work taking place on the estate and looking out for any wildlife we might come across\, particularly upland wading bird species. Please bring your own camera. \nThe High Helbeck Green Recovery Fund Project is a partnership project between estate owners Ben & Nicolete Blackett-Ord\, the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, the RSPB\, the Woodland Trust and Natural England. The Defra-backed project runs from January 2021 to March 2022 and a key part of the scheme is to deliver significant biodiversity benefits to the High Helbeck estate (near Brough\, Cumbria) including 80 hectares of peatland restoration\, an increase in trees and scrub\, covering 153 hectares\, and a series of small wetlands to enhance 85 hectares of habitat for breeding wading birds. \nThis circular route is around 3 miles long. The walk follows a wide range of terrain on some steep slopes with some boggy areas. The route also passes through a small stream and\, as water levels can be unpredictable\, it is recommended to wear wellies just in case. A decent level of fitness is required to complete this walk. Please ensure you dress for the weather. No food or drink is provided but feel free to bring drinks and snacks. There is a toilet towards the end of the walk that can be used if required. No dogs are permitted on the High Helbeck walks. \nMeeting Point – Deadman Gill Layby – grid reference – NY823188. If you are unsure of directions\, please contact Chris Jones (cjones@northpenninesaonb.org.uk). Please car share where possible as parking is very limited. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n© Paul Henry / High Helbeck estate URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/photography-walk-on-high-helbeck-upland-estate/ LOCATION:Deadman Gill layby\, near Brough\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Paul-5.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR