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SUMMARY:Family animation workshops
DESCRIPTION:Bring the North Pennines’ mining heritage to life through stop-motion film\, and join us for one or both days of this workshop. \nLearn how create stunning\, original animations led by north east artist and animator\, Robin Webb\, on Monday 27 and Tuesday 28 October\, at Alston Town Hall. The workshop is suitable for families with children over the age of seven years. You are welcome to join one or both days. \nWhat’s Involved: \n\nExplore the mining heritage of Alston with a guided site visit (day 1 only)\nLearn stop-motion animation using accessible tools and techniques\nUse photography\, painting\, found objects\, fabric\, clay and more to tell powerful visual stories\nCreate your own short\, animated film inspired by place\, memory\, and landscape\n\nWhether you’re completely new to animation or an experienced creative looking to try something different\, this workshop offers a relaxed\, hands-on space to experiment\, learn\, and tell your own visual story. All materials and equipment are provided – just bring your creativity. \nOptional: use your own device to gather photos or footage during the site visit. \nFree\, but booking required as spaces limited. Please use the Ticketsource link below to book. Please book onto each day that you would like to attend. \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adults-animation-workshop-allenheads/
LOCATION:Alston Town Hall\, Front Street\, Alston\, CA9 3RF
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Historic environment event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251024T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20251009T142939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T142818Z
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SUMMARY:The scheduling of monuments and developing the ‘Missing Pieces’ project volunteer day
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday 24th October\, 10am to 4pm\, for a special volunteer day with Historic England. Guest speaker\, Eric Branse-Instone\, Listing Advisor from Historic England will share his expertise on scheduling industrial and lead mining sites\, give an update on the Missing Pieces Project\, and answer your questions. \nWe’re broadening our Land of Lead and Silver Project indoor working days — developing new ways to record and research our sites\, from 3D digital modelling and photography to contextual and historical work. \nWhether you have detailed knowledge or are completely new to these skills\, this event is for you. Eric will spend the full day with us\, exploring your work and sharing insights into national heritage practice. Come learn\, connect\, and get inspired. \nThis workshop is being run as part of Heritage Open Days and the National Landscape’s Land of Lead and Silver project. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer site Better Impact 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/scheduling-monuments-missing-pieces-project-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:North Pennines National Landscape office\, 1 Martin Street\, Stanhope\,\, DL132UY
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Talk,Training,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251024T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250402T163311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T133931Z
UID:10001370-1761300000-1761321600@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Historic environment indoor working day
DESCRIPTION:These indoor working days follow each on-site working day\, giving the opportunity to get involved with processing photogrammetry images into models\, archiving condition assessment data\, and undertaking historic research. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nPlease bring your lunch. Refreshments will be provided throughout the day. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nYou do not need to have attended the associated site day to join us for these indoor work sessions. \nDates – all at Stanhope from 10am to 4pm:\nFriday 24 October\nFriday 28 November\nFriday 12 December \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-indoor-day-5/2025-10-24/
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250714T094000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T133654Z
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SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day
DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. This is a chance to use your skills related to recording historic features\, including photogrammetry and condition assessment. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weathers. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. You are welcome to bring equipment with you\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates:\nTuesday 21 October – Allen Mill\, near Allendale\, Northumberland\nTuesday 25 November – Dukesfield Smelt Mill\, Northumberland tbc\nTuesday 9 December – Nenthead Mines\, Cumbria \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-onsite-day-oct/2025-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250402T162849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T135722Z
UID:10001356-1759485600-1759507200@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Historic environment indoor working day
DESCRIPTION:These indoor working days follow each on-site working day\, giving the opportunity to get involved with processing photogrammetry images into models\, archiving condition assessment data\, and undertaking historic research. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nPlease bring your lunch. Refreshments will be provided throughout the day. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nYou do not need to have attended the associated site day to join us for these indoor work sessions. \nDates – all at Stanhope from 10am to 4pm:\nWednesday 30 April\nWednesday 16 May\nWednesday 13 June\nWednesday 1 August\nWednesday 12 September\nWednesday 3 October\nWednesday 24 October\nWednesday 28 November\nWednesday 12 December \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-indoor-day-4/
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250714T093942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T135829Z
UID:10001874-1759226400-1759248000@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day
DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. This is a chance to use your skills related to recording historic features\, including photogrammetry and condition assessment. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weathers. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. You are welcome to bring equipment with you\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates:\nTuesday 30 September – Coldberry Mine\, new Middleton-in-Teesdale\, County Durham\nTuesday 21 October – Allen Mill\, near Allendale\, Northumberland\nTuesday 25 November – tbc Dukesfield Smelt Mill\, Northumberland\nTuesday 9 December – Nenthead Mines\, Cumbria \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-onsite-day-sept/
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250914T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250711T184508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T110559Z
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SUMMARY:Westgate village history
DESCRIPTION:Find out how you can get involved exploring the history of Westgate village at our drop-in sessions at Westgate Village Hall on the afternoons of Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September. \nThe Westgate village history project will be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of the village and the surrounding area\, bringing together local knowledge\, memories and research to create a lasting record for future generations. \nIf you live in Westgate\, nearby\, or are just interested in the village’s history\, come along to one of these public consultation sessions. At the sessions there will be the opportunity to:\n• Find out about the Westgate village history project and how you can get involved\n• Share knowledge\, photographs\, and personal memories\n• Contribute ideas to help shape the content and focus of the project \nFree refreshments and children’s activities will be available throughout the sessions. \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-history/2025-09-14/
LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Historic environment event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250711T184508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T110559Z
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SUMMARY:Westgate village history
DESCRIPTION:Find out how you can get involved exploring the history of Westgate village at our drop-in sessions at Westgate Village Hall on the afternoons of Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September. \nThe Westgate village history project will be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of the village and the surrounding area\, bringing together local knowledge\, memories and research to create a lasting record for future generations. \nIf you live in Westgate\, nearby\, or are just interested in the village’s history\, come along to one of these public consultation sessions. At the sessions there will be the opportunity to:\n• Find out about the Westgate village history project and how you can get involved\n• Share knowledge\, photographs\, and personal memories\n• Contribute ideas to help shape the content and focus of the project \nFree refreshments and children’s activities will be available throughout the sessions. \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-history/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Historic environment event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250402T163034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T111235Z
UID:10001369-1757671200-1757692800@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Historic environment indoor working day
DESCRIPTION:These indoor working days follow each on-site working day\, giving the opportunity to get involved with processing photogrammetry images into models\, archiving condition assessment data\, and undertaking historic research. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nPlease bring your lunch. Refreshments will be provided throughout the day. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nYou do not need to have attended the associated site day to join us for these indoor work sessions. \nDates – all at Stanhope from 10am to 4pm:\nFriday 12 September\nFriday 3 October\nFriday 24 October\nFriday 28 November\nFriday 12 December \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-indoor-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250714T090650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T064738Z
UID:10001873-1757412000-1757433600@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day
DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. This is a chance to use your skills related to recording historic features\, including photogrammetry and condition assessment. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weathers. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. You are welcome to bring equipment with you\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates:\nTuesday 9 September – location tbc\nTuesday 30 September – location tbc\nTuesday 21 October – location tbc\nTuesday 25 November – location tbc\nTuesday 9 December – location tbc \nAll other locations are to be confirmed. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-onsite-day-sep/
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250824T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250813T103515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T114958Z
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SUMMARY:Nenthead200 animation drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Local animation artist\, Robin Webb\, will be running animation drop-in sessions during the Nenthead200 weekend in the Barracks building a Nenthead Mines on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August. \nHave a go at producing your own stop-motion animations using plasticine or cut-outs to bring your Nenthead200 inspired creations to life. No prior knowledge of animation is needed as you’ll be given full instructions on how to create and make your productions. \nYour animations could also form part of a Land of Lead & Silver animation tellIng the story of the North Pennines mining heritage which Robin is working on. \nRobin is also looking for photos new and old\, video footage of the landscape\, places and the people\, any drawings or paintings you have made (they must be your own and original works) for the animation. Contribute your photographs\, videos\, art\, drawings\, paintings\, and even your words or sounds to both inspire and be part of this visual telling of the story of the North Pennines mining heritage. \nImages can be accepted in any digital format\, preferably at full resolution\, videos ideally should be in landscape though not essential\, .MP4 or .mov files are great\, please don’t send in original artwork all you need to do is photograph it in a good light\, try to avoid shadows and reflections from a strong or coloured light. Sounds can be sent in as well either in mp3 or .WAV formats. Any words or written work can be sent in using Microsoft Word or PDF formats. Email Robin here. \nThe event is part of the Land of Lead and Silver project\, run by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund\, thanks to National Lottery players\, and Historic England. \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead200-animation/2025-08-24/
LOCATION:Nenthead Mines
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Historic environment event,Nenthead200
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250823T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250823T230000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250616T150834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T162913Z
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SUMMARY:Nenthead supper - a feast of food\, music and community
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Nenthead’s village and history with a heart warming evening of food\, music and dance as part of Nenthead200 celebrations. The Nenthead supper is a chance for people to get together\, share a delicious meal\, and enjoy live local entertainment at Nenthead Village Hall\, Saturday 23 August\, 6pm to 11pm. \nEnjoy a warm buffet supper of traditional Cumbrian favourites by local caterer\, Angela Drane. Tap your toes and dance the night away to the sounds of live folk music and dancing\, performed by a specially formed band of local musicians. \nTickets cost £10 for adults over the age of 16. Under 16’s are free and must be accompanied by a paying adult\, (maximum three under 16’s per adult). Tickets are available using the Ticketsource link below and are also available from Nenthead Village Shop. All proceeds from this event will go to Nenthead Village Hall. \nWe are offering 5 bursary places for this course which will reduce the cost to £0. There is no strict criteria for these places\, they are available for anyone for whom the cost is prohibitive. To request a bursary place please email rebecca@northpennines.org.uk. \nThe details of the event have been altered from one that was previously listed as “Dinner and folk dance” on the website and in the celebration leaflet. \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link. \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\nThis event is part of the Nenthead200 celebrations\, marking 200 years since the London Lead Company designed the village of Nenthead. To find out more go to: https://northpennines.org.uk/what_we_do/historic-environment/land-of-lead-and-silver/nenthead200-celebration/ \nNo designated parking\, but drop-off near door\, wheelchair accessible\, wheelchair accessible toilet. \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead200-traditional-dinner-and-dance/
LOCATION:Nenthead Village Hall\, Nenthead\, Alston\, CA9 3PN
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Nenthead200
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250823T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250823T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250813T115052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T111554Z
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SUMMARY:Nenthead200 puppet-making drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Join artist\, Jenny Brook\, for Shadow and story – a magical drop-in puppet-making workshop on Saturday 23 August\, as part of the Nenthead200 celebrations. \nMake your own moving folk puppets inspired by the rich mining heritage\, wildlife\, and folklore of the North Pennines\, from sturdy mine ponies and lead miners to winding adders\, haunting curlews and mysterious moths. \nThis relaxed and creative session is a perfect hands-on way to explore the stories of Nenthead through art and play. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Drop-in to the craft marquee to join the sessions between 11am and 2pm. \nThe event is part of the Land of Lead and Silver project\, run by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund\, thanks to National Lottery players\, and Historic England. \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead200-animation-copy/
LOCATION:Nenthead
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Historic environment event,Nenthead200
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250813T103515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T114958Z
UID:10001928-1755943200-1755968400@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Nenthead200 animation drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Local animation artist\, Robin Webb\, will be running animation drop-in sessions during the Nenthead200 weekend in the Barracks building a Nenthead Mines on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August. \nHave a go at producing your own stop-motion animations using plasticine or cut-outs to bring your Nenthead200 inspired creations to life. No prior knowledge of animation is needed as you’ll be given full instructions on how to create and make your productions. \nYour animations could also form part of a Land of Lead & Silver animation tellIng the story of the North Pennines mining heritage which Robin is working on. \nRobin is also looking for photos new and old\, video footage of the landscape\, places and the people\, any drawings or paintings you have made (they must be your own and original works) for the animation. Contribute your photographs\, videos\, art\, drawings\, paintings\, and even your words or sounds to both inspire and be part of this visual telling of the story of the North Pennines mining heritage. \nImages can be accepted in any digital format\, preferably at full resolution\, videos ideally should be in landscape though not essential\, .MP4 or .mov files are great\, please don’t send in original artwork all you need to do is photograph it in a good light\, try to avoid shadows and reflections from a strong or coloured light. Sounds can be sent in as well either in mp3 or .WAV formats. Any words or written work can be sent in using Microsoft Word or PDF formats. Email Robin here. \nThe event is part of the Land of Lead and Silver project\, run by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund\, thanks to National Lottery players\, and Historic England. \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead200-animation/2025-08-23/
LOCATION:Nenthead Mines
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Historic environment event,Nenthead200
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250522T105721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T162341Z
UID:10001395-1755907200-1756079999@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Nenthead200 weekend
DESCRIPTION:2025 marks the 200th anniversary of the London Lead Company planning the village of Nenthead. A weekend-long event is being organised by the North Pennines National Landscape team and volunteers from the local community to celebrate this anniversary. \nEveryone is welcome at the Nenthead 200 celebration on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August which will be a traditional village fair with competitions\, games\, music\, and activities alongside an evening of food and music and a quiz. \nSaturday 23 August:\nMine tours at Nenthead Mines (book via their website)\nMining display at the Nenthead Mines barracks building\nCommunity performance by Alston Drama Group in collaboration with the Knotted Project\nCraft demonstrations\nLocal bands playing in the church\nNenthead supper and music evening\, 6-11pm at Nenthead Village Hall. Tickets £10 for adults over 16 years\, (Under 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult). \nSunday 24 August:\nMine tours at Nenthead Mines (book via their website)\nMining display at the Nenthead Mines barracks building\nCompetition judging and winner announcements\nStanhope Silver band\nQuiz at The Hive – doors open 5pm for start at 5.30pm\, entry is free \nThe competitions are open for all to enter and include: \n\nPhoto competition – recreating or reinterpreting a historical photo of Nenthead’s landscape or people. Entry forms will be available from St John’s Church\, Nenthead and online\, the deadline for entries is Saturday 2 August with drop-off in the box at the church. The entries will be displayed for voting by visitors and the winners and prizes will be announced on Sunday 24 August.\nUnder 16’s photo competition – take a snapshot relating to the theme of nature. Entry forms will be available from St John’s Church\, Nenthead and online\, the deadline for entries is Saturday 2 August with drop-off in the box at the church. Entries will be judged by local photographer Terry Stout. The winners and prizes will be announced on Sunday 24 August.\nNenthead200 Photo Competition Submission Form\nScarecrow competition – mining/ Nenthead history themed scarecrows to be displayed outside homes from Monday 4 August. Entries will be judged by the Leek Club and the winners announced on the afternoon of Sunday 24 August.\nCostume competition – dress up in mining or Nenthead inspired garb and meet at Nenthead Mines car park on Saturday 23 August\, 10.30am\, to process to the playing field for judging. There will be prizes for under 11s\, 11-18 year olds\, adults\, and the best mining costume.\n\nA children’s treasure hunt will be run through the summer holidays with goody bags for those who successfully complete the trail. \n  \nThe event is part of the Land of Lead and Silver project\, run by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund\, thanks to National Lottery players\, and Historic England. \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead200-weekend/
LOCATION:Nenthead
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Historic environment event,Nenthead200
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250812T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250711T183041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T210224Z
UID:10001867-1754992800-1755100800@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Two-day summer holiday animation workshop
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something exciting to do in the summer holidays? Join north east animation artist\, Robin Webb\, for a fun\, free two-day workshop for children on Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 August 2025. \nYou’ll explore real mining landscapes on a North Pennines site visit and turn it into your own animated film which will be featured in a special autumn exhibition. You can see an example of the kind of film you might make here. \nYou’ll learn how to make stop-motion animations using easy-to-use tech that you can continue to use at home\, get creative with clay\, cut-outs\, paint\, fabric and more\, and bring stories of lead and silver mining to life through your own short film. \nNo experience needed – just bring your imagination. All materials are provided. You can use your own phone or tablet to collect images if you want to but it’s not required. \nPlease note\, this is a two-day workshop so you need to be available to attend from 10am to 4pm on both days. \nFree\, but booking required as spaces limited. Please use the Ticketsource link below to book.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/animation-workshop-nenthead/
LOCATION:Nenthead Village Hall\, Nenthead\, Alston\, CA9 3PN
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Historic environment event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250805T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250711T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T211616Z
UID:10001871-1754388000-1754496000@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Two-day summer holiday animation workshop
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something exciting to do in the summer holidays? Join north east animation artist\, Robin Webb\, for a fun\, free two-day workshop for children on Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 August 2025. \nYou’ll explore real mining landscapes on a North Pennines site visit and turn it into your own animated film which will be featured in a special autumn exhibition. You can see an example of the kind of film you might make here. \nYou’ll learn how to make stop-motion animations using easy-to-use tech that you can continue to use at home\, get creative with clay\, cut-outs\, paint\, fabric and more\, and bring stories of lead and silver mining to life through your own short film. \nNo experience needed – just bring your imagination. All materials are provided. You can use your own phone or tablet to collect images if you want to but it’s not required. \nPlease note\, this is a two-day workshop so you need to be available to attend from 10am to 4pm on both days. \nFree\, but booking required as spaces limited. Please use the Ticketsource link below to book.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/animation-workshop-allenheads/
LOCATION:Allenheads
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Historic environment event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250402T162648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T103101Z
UID:10001346-1754042400-1754064000@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Historic environment indoor working day
DESCRIPTION:These indoor working days follow each on-site working day\, giving the opportunity to get involved with processing photogrammetry images into models\, archiving condition assessment data\, and undertaking historic research. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nPlease bring your lunch. Refreshments will be provided throughout the day. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nYou do not need to have attended the associated site day to join us for these indoor work sessions. \nDates – all at Stanhope from 10am to 4pm:\nWednesday 30 April\nWednesday 16 May\nWednesday 13 June\nWednesday 1 August\nWednesday 12 September\nWednesday 3 October\nWednesday 24 October\nWednesday 28 November\nWednesday 12 December \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-indoor-day-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250714T090415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T101846Z
UID:10001872-1753783200-1753804800@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day
DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. This is a chance to use your skills related to recording historic features\, including photogrammetry and condition assessment. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weathers. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. You are welcome to bring equipment with you\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates:\nTuesday 29 July – Augill\, off the A66 near Brough\nThursday 11 September – location tbc\nTuesday 30 September – location tbc\nTuesday 21 October – location tbc\nTuesday 25 November – location tbc\nTuesday 9 December – location tbc \nAll other locations are to be confirmed. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-onsite-day-july/
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250726T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250726T143000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250613T121403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T171118Z
UID:10001421-1753525800-1753540200@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - a guided walk
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED. \nJoin us for a guided walk through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month. \nThe walk starting at Bollihope\, near Stanhope\, on Saturday 26 July will begin at 10.30am and finish at approximately 1pm. You are welcome to join us after the walk for free refreshments finishing by 2.30pm. \nAll ages are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to walk or be carried as the paths may not be suitable for pushchairs). Well behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome. The walks will be approximately 3 miles in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nThe final details of the walk are subject to change\, please check back closer to the event for final details. \nOptional donation – suggested amount £3. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\n  \n   
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturday-stroll-a-guided-walk-8/
LOCATION:Bollihope
CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Historic environment event,Walking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250713T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250713T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250402T143504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T102655Z
UID:10001330-1752411600-1752422400@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Nenthead200 historical research group
DESCRIPTION:2025 marks the 200th anniversary of the London Lead Company planning the village of Nenthead. To celebrate this\, a timeline is being developed\, to chronicle key events in the village’s development\, as well as a series of plaques to commemorate the special places and people who lived here. \nA research group of people living locally to Nenthead\, or with a specific interest in the mining heritage of the area\, is being formed to consult archival and secondary material. Over four sessions the research group will piece together Nenthead Village’s fascinating history. \nNo prior research experience is needed and volunteers will be fully supported. \nLocations:\nSundays 13 April and 11 May 2025 at Nenthead Mines\, Nenthead House Old Smelting Mill\, Nenthead CA9 3NR\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/YLC8JLnLd8fcZr2PA \nSundays 8 June and 13 July 2025 at Alston Moor Historical Society\, Town Hall\, Front St\, Alston CA9 3RF\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/ZkSNvNxqWWx9v3wA9 \nThere is no designated parking at either venue but drop-off is available near to both. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead200-research-group-2/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:Alston Town Hall\, Front Street\, Alston\, CA9 3RF
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Nenthead200,Volunteering
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250628T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250628T143000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250124T120538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T094314Z
UID:10001254-1751106600-1751121000@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - a guided walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month\, from 10.30am to approximately 1pm. You are welcome to join us after the walk for free refreshments finishing by 2.30pm. \nThis walk\, on 28 June\, will start in Garrigill\, Cumbria. The route takes us to Ashgill Force and along the way we’ll look at some fascinating geology and mining heritage which have helped to shape this beautiful area. \nAll ages are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to walk or be carried as the paths may not be suitable for pushchairs). Well behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome. The walks will be approximately 3 miles in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nThe final details of the walk are subject to change\, please check back closer to the event for final details. There are likely to be a couple of stiles to climb over on this walk. \nOptional donation – suggested amount £3. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\n  \n   
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturday-stroll-a-guided-walk-2/
LOCATION:Garrigill\, CA9 3DS
CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Historic environment event,Walking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250519T103228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T111709Z
UID:10001394-1750586400-1750597200@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Explore textiles and heritage: A free four-week creative course
DESCRIPTION:Join artist-in-residence\, Jenny Brook\, for a series of four free textile workshops inspired by the mining heritage and dramatic landscapes of the North Pennines. The course at The Hive\, Nenthead\, starts Sunday 1 June\, 10am to 1pm\, and runs each Sunday for a further three weeks\, (8\, 15 and 22 June). \nAs well as being creative\, the group will focus on women’s social isolation and loneliness. All women are welcome to join and share stories\, skills\, and inspiration with others. \nPlaces are limited to 10 to ensure individual guidance and plenty of space to develop your ideas during the creative\, hands-on journey through textile techniques including botanical printing\, mono printing\, cyanotype\, mark-making\, embroidery\, and fabric manipulation. \nThis explorative course offers a chance to experiment\, connect\, and grow your creative practice in a relaxed and welcoming environment. All materials will be provided. \nBook using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/explore-textiles-and-heritage-a-free-four-week-creative-course/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:The Hive\, Nenthead
CATEGORIES:Art,Historic environment event
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250402T162454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T103137Z
UID:10001340-1749808800-1749830400@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Historic environment indoor working day
DESCRIPTION:These indoor working days follow each on-site working day\, giving the opportunity to get involved with processing photogrammetry images into models\, archiving condition assessment data\, and undertaking historic research. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nPlease bring your lunch. Refreshments will be provided throughout the day. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nYou do not need to have attended the associated site day to join us for these indoor work sessions. \nDates – all at Stanhope from 10am to 4pm:\nWednesday 30 April\nWednesday 16 May\nWednesday 13 June\nWednesday 1 August\nWednesday 12 September\nWednesday 3 October\nWednesday 24 October\nWednesday 28 November\nWednesday 12 December \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-indoor-day-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041314
CREATED:20250522T115725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T120905Z
UID:10001396-1749549600-1749571200@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day
DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. This is a chance to use your skills related to recording historic features\, including photogrammetry and condition assessment. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weathers. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. You are welcome to bring equipment with you\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates:\nTuesday 10 June – Augill\nTuesday 29 July – location tbc\nThursday 11 September – location tbc\nTuesday 30 September – location tbc\nTuesday 21 October – location tbc\nTuesday 25 November – location tbc\nTuesday 9 December – location tbc \nAll other locations are to be confirmed. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-onsite-day-june/
LOCATION:Augill\, Augill pasture nature reserve\, Kirkby Stephen\, Cumbria\, CA17 4DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041315
CREATED:20250402T143504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T102655Z
UID:10001329-1749387600-1749398400@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Nenthead200 historical research group
DESCRIPTION:2025 marks the 200th anniversary of the London Lead Company planning the village of Nenthead. To celebrate this\, a timeline is being developed\, to chronicle key events in the village’s development\, as well as a series of plaques to commemorate the special places and people who lived here. \nA research group of people living locally to Nenthead\, or with a specific interest in the mining heritage of the area\, is being formed to consult archival and secondary material. Over four sessions the research group will piece together Nenthead Village’s fascinating history. \nNo prior research experience is needed and volunteers will be fully supported. \nLocations:\nSundays 13 April and 11 May 2025 at Nenthead Mines\, Nenthead House Old Smelting Mill\, Nenthead CA9 3NR\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/YLC8JLnLd8fcZr2PA \nSundays 8 June and 13 July 2025 at Alston Moor Historical Society\, Town Hall\, Front St\, Alston CA9 3RF\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/ZkSNvNxqWWx9v3wA9 \nThere is no designated parking at either venue but drop-off is available near to both. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n         
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead200-research-group-2/2025-06-08/
LOCATION:Alston Town Hall\, Front Street\, Alston\, CA9 3RF
CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Nenthead200,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041315
CREATED:20250519T103228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T111709Z
UID:10001393-1749376800-1749387600@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Explore textiles and heritage: A free four-week creative course
DESCRIPTION:Join artist-in-residence\, Jenny Brook\, for a series of four free textile workshops inspired by the mining heritage and dramatic landscapes of the North Pennines. The course at The Hive\, Nenthead\, starts Sunday 1 June\, 10am to 1pm\, and runs each Sunday for a further three weeks\, (8\, 15 and 22 June). \nAs well as being creative\, the group will focus on women’s social isolation and loneliness. All women are welcome to join and share stories\, skills\, and inspiration with others. \nPlaces are limited to 10 to ensure individual guidance and plenty of space to develop your ideas during the creative\, hands-on journey through textile techniques including botanical printing\, mono printing\, cyanotype\, mark-making\, embroidery\, and fabric manipulation. \nThis explorative course offers a chance to experiment\, connect\, and grow your creative practice in a relaxed and welcoming environment. All materials will be provided. \nBook using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/explore-textiles-and-heritage-a-free-four-week-creative-course/2025-06-08/
LOCATION:The Hive\, Nenthead
CATEGORIES:Art,Historic environment event
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250603T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041315
CREATED:20250430T132047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T103435Z
UID:10001388-1748973600-1748980800@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Lino printing workshop (Nentheadhead200)
DESCRIPTION:Come along a laid-back evening of lino printing with local artist\, Christie Love\, at The Hive in Nenthead\, 3 June\, 6pm to 8pm. \nIn this free workshop you will be learning how to cut lino into a design inspired by the unique history of Nenthead and print your own art from your designs. Everyone is welcome\, even if you’re a complete beginner. You don’t need to bring anything\, as all the supplies will be provided. \nSuitable for adults and children over the age of seven. Children must be supervised by an adult. \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\n \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThis workshop is part of the Nenthead200 celebrations\, marking 200 years since the London Lead Company designed the village of Nenthead. To find out more go to: https://northpennines.org.uk/what_we_do/historic-environment/land-of-lead-and-silver/nenthead200-celebration/ \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/lino-printing-workshop-nentheadhead200/
LOCATION:The Hive\, Nenthead
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Historic environment event,Nenthead200
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250601T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250601T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041315
CREATED:20250520T100549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T103448Z
UID:10001392-1748772000-1748782800@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Explore textiles and heritage: A free four-week creative course
DESCRIPTION:Join artist-in-residence\, Jenny Brook\, for a series of four free textile workshops inspired by the mining heritage and dramatic landscapes of the North Pennines. The course at The Hive\, Nenthead\, starts Sunday 1 June\, 10am to 1pm\, and runs each Sunday for a further three weeks\, (8\, 15 and 22 June). \nAs well as being creative\, the group will focus on women’s social isolation and loneliness. All women are welcome to join and share stories\, skills\, and inspiration with others. \nPlaces are limited to 10 to ensure individual guidance and plenty of space to develop your ideas during the creative\, hands-on journey through textile techniques including botanical printing\, mono printing\, cyanotype\, mark-making\, embroidery\, and fabric manipulation. \nThis explorative course offers a chance to experiment\, connect\, and grow your creative practice in a relaxed and welcoming environment. All materials will be provided. \nBook using the link to Ticketsource. This will book all four sessions. \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/explore-textiles-and-heritage-a-free-four-week-creative-course-2/
LOCATION:The Hive\, Nenthead
CATEGORIES:Art,Historic environment event,Nenthead200
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250531T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250531T143000
DTSTAMP:20260525T041315
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T142224Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - NatureFest special
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Saturday stroll for North Pennines NatureFest celebrating the unique flora of the area. \nLocal artist Carole McCourt will lead a guided walk from Westgate\, Weardale\, 31 May\, 10.30am to 2.30pm\, to explore the delicate balance between geology and botany\, where plants have adapted to survive in challenging conditions. \nThe event begins with a short presentation\, followed by an easy walk learning about a variety of wildflowers\, grasses\, and lichens\, including rare lead-tolerant plants known as metallophytes. See species like Spring Sandwort (leadwort)\, Pyrenean Scurvy Grass\, Alpine Pennycress\, and Wild Mountain Pansies\, which thrive here in abundance during May to July. \nAfter the walk\, return for lunch and a creative workshop\, using art materials (provided) to capture the beauty of the landscape and its plants. \nPlease wear suitable footwear and appropriate clothing for the weather\, and bring a packed lunch and drinks. The event is suitable for families with children over the age of seven. Dogs on short leads are welcome. \nSuggested donation £3 per adult\, £2 per child. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nIf you have any accessibility requirements that would improve your experience of this event please email rebecca@northpennines.org.uk. \nPlease book using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\n  \n     \n  \nThis event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 8 June 2025. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest25 \nImage credit: Carole McCourt
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stroll-naturefest/
LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk,Historic environment event,Walking
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk
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