North Pennines National Landscape

Bird trail at Bowlees - family friendly
2026-06-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-07 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Bowlees Visitor Centre
Our self-guided trail during North Pennines NatureFest is a family-friendly bird-themed treasure trail.
Come along with your family and explore the woods around Bowlees Visitor Centre. Follow the trail around the site, taking you on an exciting journey discovering lots of birds along the way. As you follow the trail you will pick up clues – answer the questions, return to the centre and claim your prize.
Pick up your instruction leaflet and answer sheet at the visitor centre – £1 per child.
Available 10am to 4pm from Saturday 23 May to Sunday 7 June inclusive. The centre closes at 5pm.
This event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 23 May to Sunday 7 June 2026. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest26

Nature walk: High Helbeck
2026-06-03 10:30 - 15:00 | High Helbeck, CA17 4DZ
Join us for a 5km circular guided nature walk, Wednesday 3 June, 10.30am to 3pm, around the High Helbeck estate that has undergone extensive nature recovery work.
The walk will take in waterfalls, wading birds and black grouse in an ever-changing mosaic of habitats being managed sustainably. Please wear footwear and clothing suitable for the weather. Bring a packed lunch and drinks. The walk is not suitable for dogs or young children.
Please note that this is a moderate walk with uneven terrain throughout and occasional steep sections. The walk can also be boggy in sections. Please come prepared for being outdoors in a moorland setting with appropriate clothing for the weather. £2 per person.
Please book using the Ticketsource link

This event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 23 May to Sunday 7 June 2025. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest26

Wildlife, history and farming - Ecological restoration at RSPB Geltsdale
2026-06-04 10:00 - 12:00 | RSPB Geltsdale, RSPB Geltsdale, Stagsike Cottages, Brampton CA8 2PN, CA8 2PN, United Kingdom
RSPB Geltsdale are hosting a guided walk looking at how nature and agriculture and history co-exist in the English uplands. We’ll look at management for breeding waders, black grouse, the ‘re-wiggling’ of Howgill Beck and the Bruthwaite Forest native woodland planting scheme.
Suitable for ages 12 years and above. Not suitable for dogs.
Further information about RSPB Geltsdale is available at
https://www.rspb.org.uk/days-out/reserves/geltsdale
01697 746717 / geltsdale@rspb.org.uk Ian Ryding – ian.ryding@rspb.org.uk and Victoria Benson – Victoria.benson@rspb.org.uk
Please book using the link to Ticketsource

This event is being organised by RSPB Geltsdale and is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 23 May to Sunday 7 June 2026. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest26

NatureFest - Experience nature through a magnifying lens
2026-06-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Bowlees Visitor Centre
Its North Pennines NatureFest fortnight.
Ever wondered what detail you might be missing? We are setting up a pop-up viewing station where you can come and explore nature close up through the use of binoculars and telescopes, guided by a member of the North Pennines National Landscape team. We will be at Bowlees Visitor Centre, with equipment that can help view nature through a range of magnifying optics, viewing detail you have perhaps not encountered before.
No need to book – just turn up. This is a free event.
This event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 23 May to Sunday 7 June 2026. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest26
