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:20241214T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20241107T093118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T093118Z UID:10001138-1734170400-1734190200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family friendly - hedge and tree planting DESCRIPTION:Spend time with the family outdoors helping to plant trees and hedgerows on farms across Teesdale this winter. \nThere are various dates available to join us. Saturday 30 November\, Saturday 14 December\, Sunday 19 January and over the half term break Saturday 22\, Wednesday 26 and Thursday 27 February\, 10am to 3.30pm. \nAll equipment and help will be provided. Please wear outdoor clothing\, bring waterproofs and wear boots with a sturdy sole. \nA light lunch will be provided but please bring any drinks and snacks. You are welcome to leave earlier if needed. Volunteer opportunities may be postponed due to weather conditions\, any changes will be communicated at least 24 hours before the event where possible. All children must be supervised by an adult. \nPlease contact William: william@northpennines.org.uk for more information or if you have a query. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/hedge-and-tree-planting-7-copy-3/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tree_planting_Hallbankgate_20211205_2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241213T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241213T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240903T172325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T094257Z UID:10001137-1734084000-1734103800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Hedge and tree planting DESCRIPTION:Help us to create more space for nature and improve habitat connectivity by planting trees and hedgerows on farms across Teesdale this winter. \nThere are various dates available to volunteer. Friday 29 and Saturday 30 November. Tuesday 3\, Friday 13 December. Dates for 2025 are Saturday 19 January\, Saturday 22\, Wednesday 26 and Thursday 27 February\, 10am to 3.30pm. \nAll training and equipment will be provided. Please wear outdoor clothing\, bring waterproofs and wear boots with a sturdy sole. The activity is open to all but a general level of fitness needed. All children must be supervised by an adult. \nA light lunch will be provided but please bring any drinks and snacks. You are welcome to leave earlier if needed. Volunteer opportunities may be postponed due to weather conditions\, any changes will be communicated at least 24 hours before the event where possible.\nPlease contact William: william@northpennines.org.uk for more information or if you have a query. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/hedge-and-tree-planting-7-copy/2024-12-13/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tree_planting_Hllbankgate_20211205_143745-e1654772908922.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241212T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241212T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20241008T135540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T104739Z UID:10001165-1734008400-1734022800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Workshop - using archives for creative purposes DESCRIPTION:In this creative hands-on workshop\, at The Hive in Nenthead\, Thursday 12th December\, 1pm to 5pm\, we’ll delve into captivating fragments of the past harnessing the theme of winter. Archives will be the source of inspiration to create vibrant artwork and compelling creative writing pieces. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to work with a range of original historic items on loan from local collections\, along with a range of art materials. You will also receive guidance on how to locate archival material for your future creative projects. \nThis workshop is suitable for everyone who is curious about items such as photographs\, newspaper articles\, textiles\, objects\, long forgotten letters and diaries from the past that ignite the imagination. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/workshop-using-archives-for-creative-purposes/ LOCATION:The Hive\, Nenthead CATEGORIES:Art,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/workshop-image-20240818_153216-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241203T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241203T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240903T172325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T094257Z UID:10001136-1733220000-1733239800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Hedge and tree planting DESCRIPTION:Help us to create more space for nature and improve habitat connectivity by planting trees and hedgerows on farms across Teesdale this winter. \nThere are various dates available to volunteer. Friday 29 and Saturday 30 November. Tuesday 3\, Friday 13 December. Dates for 2025 are Saturday 19 January\, Saturday 22\, Wednesday 26 and Thursday 27 February\, 10am to 3.30pm. \nAll training and equipment will be provided. Please wear outdoor clothing\, bring waterproofs and wear boots with a sturdy sole. The activity is open to all but a general level of fitness needed. All children must be supervised by an adult. \nA light lunch will be provided but please bring any drinks and snacks. You are welcome to leave earlier if needed. Volunteer opportunities may be postponed due to weather conditions\, any changes will be communicated at least 24 hours before the event where possible.\nPlease contact William: william@northpennines.org.uk for more information or if you have a query. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/hedge-and-tree-planting-7-copy/2024-12-03/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tree_planting_Hllbankgate_20211205_143745-e1654772908922.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241202T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241202T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20241128T135609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T142624Z UID:10001196-1733133600-1733151600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer opportunity - access work at Middlehopeshield DESCRIPTION:Help us make access improvements to the path from Slit Woods to Middlehopeshield. \nThe work will include moving materials for the access works\, stone and gravel\, into a trailer to move to the site by quad bike (2 December)\, creating a new line of path away from washing floor wall by cutting a terrace into slope\, turfing over the existing line of the path\, stabilising the slope with a drystone revetment wall\, edging with a course of large stone covered with soil and turf\, and surfacing with crushed aggregate (January 2025 dates). \nLocation:\nWhat 3 words ///factoring.hounded.pedicure\nCoordinates 54°44’54.1″N 2°08’25.4″W\nMap link https://maps.app.goo.gl/5NDXPLm5mwZvSrBu6 \nPlease sign up using the volunteer platform Better Impact \n      URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/vol-opp-access-works-middlehopeshield1/ LOCATION:Westgate CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/NP-Get-Involved-Images_0003_338x338_11_ffffff_0_ff9b8e9c-1215-4ad5-89b6-eeeb34562c11-e1732803450462.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T123000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20241024T153058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T115813Z UID:10001186-1732962600-1732969800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Postponed - Saturday stroll - a guided walk DESCRIPTION:Postponed\nWalk with us through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month. \nThe venue on 30 November will be Dufton\, Appleby-in-Westmorland. The walk will begin at 10.30am and finish at approximately 12.30pm. You are welcome to join us afterwards for free refreshments finishing by 2pm. \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. The final details of the walk are subject to change\, please check back closer to the event for final details. \nOptional donation – suggested amount £2. We will use donations to continue the work of the Land of Lead and Silver project supporting volunteers and community activities after the project ends. \nTo book please use the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n        URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturday-stroll-dufton/ LOCATION:Dufton public car park CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_6699-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20241107T092242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T095707Z UID:10001135-1732960800-1732980600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family friendly - hedge and tree planting DESCRIPTION:Spend time with the family outdoors helping to plant trees and hedgerows on farms across Teesdale this winter. \nThere are various dates available to join us. Saturday 30 November\, Saturday 14 December\, Sunday 19 January and over the half term break Saturday 22\, Wednesday 26 and Thursday 27 February\, 10am to 3.30pm. \nAll equipment and help will be provided. Please wear outdoor clothing\, bring waterproofs and wear boots with a sturdy sole. \nA light lunch will be provided but please bring any drinks and snacks. You are welcome to leave earlier if needed. Volunteer opportunities may be postponed due to weather conditions\, any changes will be communicated at least 24 hours before the event where possible. All children must be supervised by an adult. \nPlease contact William: william@northpennines.org.uk for more information or if you have a query. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/hedge-and-tree-planting-7-copy-2-2/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tree_planting_Hallbankgate_20211205_2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241129T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241129T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240903T172325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T094257Z UID:10001134-1732874400-1732894200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Hedge and tree planting DESCRIPTION:Help us to create more space for nature and improve habitat connectivity by planting trees and hedgerows on farms across Teesdale this winter. \nThere are various dates available to volunteer. Friday 29 and Saturday 30 November. Tuesday 3\, Friday 13 December. Dates for 2025 are Saturday 19 January\, Saturday 22\, Wednesday 26 and Thursday 27 February\, 10am to 3.30pm. \nAll training and equipment will be provided. Please wear outdoor clothing\, bring waterproofs and wear boots with a sturdy sole. The activity is open to all but a general level of fitness needed. All children must be supervised by an adult. \nA light lunch will be provided but please bring any drinks and snacks. You are welcome to leave earlier if needed. Volunteer opportunities may be postponed due to weather conditions\, any changes will be communicated at least 24 hours before the event where possible.\nPlease contact William: william@northpennines.org.uk for more information or if you have a query. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/hedge-and-tree-planting-7-copy/2024-11-29/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tree_planting_Hllbankgate_20211205_143745-e1654772908922.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240903T100701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T111320Z UID:10001112-1732735800-1732741200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Farming and nature talk: hefted to the floristic fells DESCRIPTION:This winter we are holding a series of evening talks with the theme of examining the links between farming and nature. The talks\, held at The Moorcock Inn in Eggleston\, 7.30pm to 9pm\, are open to farmers and landowners as well as members of the public. Each evening there will be an invited speaker with the opportunity of discussion afterwards. \nAt the third talk in our series\, Dr Margaret Bradshaw will talk about her knowledge of the floristic treasures of Upper Teesdale and how important farming is to keep these botanical hotspots conserved into the future. \nDr Margaret Bradshaw is a well-known\, 98 year-old botanist who has campaigned tirelessly to raise the profile of Upper Teesdale’s species-rich flora\, and the importance of managing these areas through sensitive grazing. She has helped to set-up the Teesdale Special Flora Trust: https://www.teesdalespecialflora.uk/ \nEveryone welcome\, booking required. If you are a Tees-Swale farmer you can come to this talk for free\, please email Ruth Starr-Keddle or Patrick Oulton to get the code. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  \n  \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: Naturally Connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/farming-and-nature-talk-2/ LOCATION:Moorcock Inn\, DL12 0AU CATEGORIES:Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Flower-rich-hay-meadow-Upper-Teesdale-June-2011-cRebecca-Barrett-165.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20241127T133951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T134700Z UID:10001195-1732728600-1732735800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead200 volunteer committee meeting DESCRIPTION:2025 will mark the 200th anniversary of the London Lead Company planning the village of Nenthead. To mark this occasion\, we would like to organise a celebration event in the form of a traditional village fair. \nWe’re seeking a group of enthusiastic volunteers to help us plan the mining event in Nenthead\, in August next year. The group will meet once a month in the lead up to the event to help plan\, advise\, and to work together with the local community of Nenthead. \nEveryone is welcome to come along to the first meeting on 27 November\, 5.30pm to 7.30pm\, at Nenthead Village Hall. Free refreshments provided. Children must be supervised by an adult. Wheelchair accessible\, no designated parking but drop-off available near the entrance. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead200-volunteer-committee-meeting-copy/ LOCATION:Nenthead Village Hall\, Nenthead\, Alston\, CA9 3PN CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Volunteers-on-bridge-Nenthead-0623.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240208T180630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T150006Z UID:10000528-1732712400-1732723200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email molly@northpennines.org.uk. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \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  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3/2024-11-27/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tidy-nursery-Jul-23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241127T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240719T155855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T090621Z UID:10001100-1732701600-1732712400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer opportunity - tree seed sowing DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bowlees Visitor Centre on Wednesday 27 November\, 10am to 1pm\, for a session sowing seeds collected from local provenance trees such as juniper and alder. \nThe seeds will be grown on at Bowlees Tree & Wildflower Nursery before being planted out as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer platform Better Impact \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 in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-opportunity-tree-seed-sowing/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Seed-sowing-volunteers-at-Mickleton-c-Ruth-Starr-Keddle-Oct-2021.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240916T120100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T174221Z UID:10001157-1732356000-1732377600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:North Pennines Historic Environment Forum 2024 DESCRIPTION:Join us for the North Pennines Historic Environment Forum at Allendale Village Hall\, Allendale Town\, NE47 9PR\, on Saturday 23 November\, 10am to 4pm\, for a day filled with talks from National Landscape staff and guest speakers. \nTalks will include: \n\nLand of Lead and Silver – end of year 1 update (Rebecca Cadbury-Simmons and Andie Harris)\nPhotogrammetry in the land of lead and silver – finding a new angle (Kevin Smith)\nConsolidating heritage by Heritage Consolidation Ltd (Gary Simpson)\nModelling mines… and mining models: how 3D imaging can help us see\, and conserve heritage (Nick Unwin)\nThe quaker history of the Allen and South Tyne Valleys (David Penn)\nA sink to rising Fairy tale: cave exploration in Weardale (Adele Ward)\nThe old man and the fox: stories of the people who made mining history in Scordale (Ruth Wharton)\n\nTalks and buffet lunch – £25 / Talks only – £15. Wheelchair accessible. \nWe are offering five free bursary places for the forum. There is no strict criteria for these places\, they are available to anyone for whom the cost is prohibitive. To request a bursary place please email rebecca@northpennines.org.uk. \nPlease book using the TicketSource link \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/north-pennines-historic-environment-forum-2024/ LOCATION:Allendale Village Hall\, Leadgate\, Allendale\, NE47 9PR CATEGORIES:Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/20221013_110732-e1729759997103.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240716T152935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T143207Z UID:10001095-1732183200-1732203000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer opportunities - plug planting DESCRIPTION:Plug plants are young plants\, and with help from volunteers the plants have been looked after for at least 12 months and are grown in deep rooting pots. Plants are grown from local provenance seed  hand collected  from species rich meadows\, banks and roadsides in Teesdale. \nWe have various opportunities throughout autumn to help plug planting wildflowers into upland hay meadows in Teesdale. All training will be provided. \nA general level of fitness is required\, please wear outdoor clothing and sturdy shoes. The exact locations will be given closer to the dates. \nVolunteer dates are 24 September\, 10 and 23 October\, 7 and 21 November\, 10am to 3.30pm. An extra date of 30 October 10am to 1pm is also available. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer platform Better Impact. \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-opportunities-plug-planting/2024-11-21/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/4Plug-planting-volunteers-600x450.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241113T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241113T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240916T120434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T083337Z UID:10001156-1731502800-1731517200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Introduction to local holdings research workshop DESCRIPTION:The introduction to local holdings research workshop\, at Alston Town Hall\, 13 November\, 1pm to 5pm\, will explore the many local collections available for conducting primary historical research as part of the Land of Lead and Silver project. \nHelp us unravel the variety of fascinating historical documents and artefacts. Together we will consider how to interpret different material to shed light on the often-overlooked captivating stories of those who lived and worked in the North Pennines lead mining communities. \nAll aged 18+ are welcome from complete beginners to seasoned researchers. There is also the exciting opportunity to hone these skills as part of a longer research project exploring the social history of the people who shaped the North Pennines and its landscape. \nThis work is part of the Land of Lead and Silver project\, exploring the lead mining heritage that has shaped much of this landscape. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact \n  \n      URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/introduction-to-local-holdings-research-workshop/ LOCATION:Alston Town Hall\, Front Street\, Alston\, CA9 3RF CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Nenthead-Mines-AMCK.png ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241113T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241113T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240719T160535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T112818Z UID:10001099-1731492000-1731511800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer opportunity - wildflower seed sowing DESCRIPTION:Join us for a session of sorting and sowing wildflower seeds on Wednesday 13 November\, 10am to 3.30pm\, at Stanhope Church Hall. We will be sowing seeds from important species such as great burnet that have been collected from existing populations in Teesdale. \nOnce grown these plants will be used to enhance upland hay meadows in Teesdale. \nAll training and equipment will be provided. Tea\, coffee and light refreshments will be provided but please bring your own packed lunch. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer platform Better Impact \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 in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-opportunity-wildflower-seed-sowing/ LOCATION:St Thomas’ Church Hall\, Stanhope ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bowlees-nursery-seeds-in-root-trainers-e1721403895146.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240716T152935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T143207Z UID:10001094-1730973600-1730993400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer opportunities - plug planting DESCRIPTION:Plug plants are young plants\, and with help from volunteers the plants have been looked after for at least 12 months and are grown in deep rooting pots. Plants are grown from local provenance seed  hand collected  from species rich meadows\, banks and roadsides in Teesdale. \nWe have various opportunities throughout autumn to help plug planting wildflowers into upland hay meadows in Teesdale. All training will be provided. \nA general level of fitness is required\, please wear outdoor clothing and sturdy shoes. The exact locations will be given closer to the dates. \nVolunteer dates are 24 September\, 10 and 23 October\, 7 and 21 November\, 10am to 3.30pm. An extra date of 30 October 10am to 1pm is also available. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer platform Better Impact. \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-opportunities-plug-planting/2024-11-07/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/4Plug-planting-volunteers-600x450.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240903T095444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T135353Z UID:10001111-1730921400-1730926800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Farming and nature talk: trees in the farmed landscape DESCRIPTION:This winter we are holding a series of evening talks with the theme of examining the links between farming and nature. The talks\, held at The Moorcock Inn in Eggleston\, 7.30pm to 9pm\, are open to farmers and landowners as well as members of the public. Each evening there will be an invited speaker with the opportunity of discussion afterwards. \n“Trees in the farmed landscape”\, Wednesday 6 November\, with guest speaker Pete Leeson will cover the many aspects of working with people at all scales to bring trees back into the landscape where they can help us with farming\, water management\, biodiversity and adaptation to climate change. \nPete has been at the Woodland Trust for over 30 years. In his first 15 years at the Trust he worked as a surveyor on land and woodland acquisition – trying to build the Trust’s estate – but having gained more interest in farming and the uplands he switched roles to that of an adviser working with farmers and land managers on areas like regenerative agriculture\, wood pastures and more tree’d landscapes in Northern England. Pete also has a podcast ‘Tree Amble’: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tree-amble/id1693567978 \nEveryone welcome\, booking required. If you are a Tees-Swale farmer you can come to this talk for free\, please email Ruth Starr-Keddle or Patrick Oulton to get the code. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  \n  \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: Naturally Connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/farming-and-nature-talk-copy/ LOCATION:Moorcock Inn\, DL12 0AU CATEGORIES:Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kexwith-photo-cred-Hamish-Carrick-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240911T120928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T113700Z UID:10001144-1730664000-1730674800@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-2-2/2024-11-03/ LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW CATEGORIES:Family-friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240911T120928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T113700Z UID:10001143-1730577600-1730588400@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-2-2/2024-11-02/ LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW CATEGORIES:Family-friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240926T161527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T104503Z UID:10001127-1730572200-1730579400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Stargazing suppers at High Force DESCRIPTION:A magical evening of stargazing and fine dining. Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in Upper Teesdale on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 October and also Friday 1 and Saturday 2 November at 6pm to 8.30pm and 8.30pm to 11pm. \nThe evening begins with a delicious three course meal at the High Force Hotel\,  After that\, we will walk down to the waterfall\, where the beautiful scenery will be illuminated for you to take photographs with your phone. \nThis event will be run and presented by Graham Darke. Graham’s interest in the night sky was sparked as a child by his grandfather who was himself a self-taught amateur astronomer. Graham is a well-known figure in astronomical circles in the North East of England and has over 30 years of experience delivering outreach events to people of all ages. He is the honorary president of Sunderland Astronomical Society. \nGaze up at the stars using the astronomy binoculars provided\, admire the web of constellations in the sky and develop a greater understanding of the sky at night. \nTreat someone with a passion for the stars to an evening of discovery and learning\, or enjoy it yourself with your partner\, friends or family members. \nBring warm/waterproof clothes/a torch (red light if you have one). No dogs please – they’re a trip hazard in the dark. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.raby.co.uk/events/stargazing-supper/ \nThis High Force Hotel & Waterfall (www.raby.co.uk/high-force/waterfall/) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org\n#NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-suppers-at-high-force-3/2024-11-02/ LOCATION:High Force Hotel\, The High Force Hotel\, Alston Rd\, Forest-in-Teesdale\, DL12 0XH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/High-Force-2020-Final-Edit_LOWER-e1758630910500.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240903T152702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T120710Z UID:10001132-1730570400-1730579400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Stargazing suppers at High Force DESCRIPTION:A magical evening of stargazing and a three course meal. Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in Upper Teesdale on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 October and Friday 1 and Saturday 2 November. \n\nBooking times are either at 6pm to 8.30pm or 8pm to 11pm.\n\nThe evening begins with a delicious three course meal at the High Force Hotel. After that\, we will walk down to the waterfall\, where the beautiful scenery will be illuminated for you to take photographs with your phone. \nThis event will be run and presented by Graham Darke. Graham’s interest in the night sky was sparked as a child by his grandfather who was himself a self-taught amateur astronomer. Graham is a well-known figure in astronomical circles in the North East of England and has over 30 years of experience delivering outreach events to people of all ages. He is the honorary president of Sunderland Astronomical Society. \nGaze up at the stars using the astronomy binoculars provided\, admire the web of constellations in the sky and develop a greater understanding of the sky at night. \nTreat someone with a passion for the stars to an evening of discovery and learning\, or enjoy it yourself with your partner\, friends or family members. \nBring warm/waterproof clothes. No dogs please – they’re a trip hazard in the dark. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.raby.co.uk/events/stargazing-supper/ \nThis High Force Hotel & Waterfall (www.raby.co.uk/high-force/waterfall/) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org\n#NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies \n  \n© Gary Lintern Photography URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-suppers-at-high-force-2/2024-11-02/ LOCATION:High Force Hotel\, The High Force Hotel\, Alston Rd\, Forest-in-Teesdale\, DL12 0XH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/High-Force-2020-Final-Edit_LOWER-e1758630910500.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 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:20241102T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240912T162928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T090030Z UID:10001155-1730541600-1730563200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Introduction to QGIS workshop DESCRIPTION:Help us map historic sites by learning how to use this digital mapping software\, QGIS (Quantum Geographic Information System). This can be used to look at how many historic sites we have in a particular area of the North Pennines\, where they are located\, and give insight into how the sites were used. The QGIS workshop is on Saturday 2 November 10am to 4pm\, at Carrshield Village Hall\, near Hexham. \nQGIS is a free digital mapping software that is commonly used in archaeology and heritage management. The programme can be used to gather\, store and visualise data. You will also receive a copy of our QGIS manual that you can keep and use as you continue using the programme. \nPlease note\, all attendees need to be over the age of 18 and will need to bring along their own laptop in order to be able to join the workshop. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/introduction-to-qgis-workshop/ LOCATION:Carrshield Village Hall\, Barney Craig\, Carrshield\, Northumberland\, NE47 8AR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/QGIS-image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 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:20241101T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240919T144703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T113225Z UID:10001159-1730487600-1730498400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Pies and skies DESCRIPTION:Join Martin Kitching at The Hive for this mash-up event – combining a pie and peas supper and a fascinating ‘How far is that star’ talk. \nHow long would it take to walk to the moon? Or travel to another solar system? How long would it be until we noticed\, if the sun stopped shining? How do we know all of this and is there somebody\, or something\, out there asking the same questions? Join Martin Kitching to explore these questions\, and more that you probably never knew you wanted the answers to. Martin is an experienced and knowledgeable astronomer – he is based in Northumberland and leads all the tours for Northern Experience Wildlife Tours (NEWT). \nYour ticket includes hot drinks\, pie\, chips and peas. Places are limited so don’t leave it too late to book. \n\nAdult: £15 (18+)\nChildren: £10 (7+\, must be accompanied by an adult)\n\nPre-booking is essential via: Events – The Hive Nenthead \nThe Hive\, Nenthead\, Alston\, Cumbria CA9 3PF – how to find The Hive \nHopefully there will be an opportunity (weather permitting) to view the stars through a telescope. But note that the event will go ahead if the sky is overcast. \nThis event is aimed at people with a general interest in the night sky\, including families with children (aimed at ages 7+). Bring warm/waterproof clothes/a torch (red light if you have one). \nNo dogs please – they’re a trip hazard around telescopes. \nThis event is organised by The Hive and 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/pies-and-skies-3/ LOCATION:The Hive\, Nenthead CATEGORIES:Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240804T123322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T131217Z UID:10001892-1730487600-1730498400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Stargazing at the Crewe DESCRIPTION:Join the Lord Crewe team in The Gatehouse at the Lord Crewe\, Blanchland for an evening of stargazing with Andy Gray. Andy is an expert in his field and will give a beginners’ guide to the starry sky. \nIf the weather is clear\, expect a trip to the bottom of the garden to have a look through the telescopes. Wrap up in blankets and enjoy a hot drink to keep you warm. There will be a hearty stew and a delicious pudding to greet you in The Gatehouse afterwards. \nThe ticket (£50) includes stargazing with a hot drink followed by a two-course supper. Please let the Lord Crewe team know in advance if you have any dietary requirements. \nThe Gatehouse is a 12th Century building accessed via external stone stairs and has steps of various sizes throughout. Please note it is not a dog friendly space. \nWant to stay the night? Book your ticket and give the hotel a call on 01434 677100 – to reserve the best available room\, at the special event rate of £150 bed & breakfast for the night. \nPre-booking is essential via https://lordcrewearms.wearegifted.co.uk/stargazing-at-the-crewe \nThis Lord Crewe Arms 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/stargazing-at-the-crewe-2-copy/ LOCATION:Lord Crewe Arms\, The Square\, Blanchland\, Northumberland\, DH8 9SP\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Stargazing-with-Andy-Gray_Low-Res-c-Gary-Lintern-Photography-e1695051802141.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240926T161527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T104503Z UID:10001126-1730485800-1730493000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Stargazing suppers at High Force DESCRIPTION:A magical evening of stargazing and fine dining. Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in Upper Teesdale on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 October and also Friday 1 and Saturday 2 November at 6pm to 8.30pm and 8.30pm to 11pm. \nThe evening begins with a delicious three course meal at the High Force Hotel\,  After that\, we will walk down to the waterfall\, where the beautiful scenery will be illuminated for you to take photographs with your phone. \nThis event will be run and presented by Graham Darke. Graham’s interest in the night sky was sparked as a child by his grandfather who was himself a self-taught amateur astronomer. Graham is a well-known figure in astronomical circles in the North East of England and has over 30 years of experience delivering outreach events to people of all ages. He is the honorary president of Sunderland Astronomical Society. \nGaze up at the stars using the astronomy binoculars provided\, admire the web of constellations in the sky and develop a greater understanding of the sky at night. \nTreat someone with a passion for the stars to an evening of discovery and learning\, or enjoy it yourself with your partner\, friends or family members. \nBring warm/waterproof clothes/a torch (red light if you have one). No dogs please – they’re a trip hazard in the dark. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.raby.co.uk/events/stargazing-supper/ \nThis High Force Hotel & Waterfall (www.raby.co.uk/high-force/waterfall/) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org\n#NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-suppers-at-high-force-3/2024-11-01/ LOCATION:High Force Hotel\, The High Force Hotel\, Alston Rd\, Forest-in-Teesdale\, DL12 0XH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/High-Force-2020-Final-Edit_LOWER-e1758630910500.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240903T152702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T120710Z UID:10001131-1730484000-1730493000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Stargazing suppers at High Force DESCRIPTION:A magical evening of stargazing and a three course meal. Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in Upper Teesdale on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 October and Friday 1 and Saturday 2 November. \n\nBooking times are either at 6pm to 8.30pm or 8pm to 11pm.\n\nThe evening begins with a delicious three course meal at the High Force Hotel. After that\, we will walk down to the waterfall\, where the beautiful scenery will be illuminated for you to take photographs with your phone. \nThis event will be run and presented by Graham Darke. Graham’s interest in the night sky was sparked as a child by his grandfather who was himself a self-taught amateur astronomer. Graham is a well-known figure in astronomical circles in the North East of England and has over 30 years of experience delivering outreach events to people of all ages. He is the honorary president of Sunderland Astronomical Society. \nGaze up at the stars using the astronomy binoculars provided\, admire the web of constellations in the sky and develop a greater understanding of the sky at night. \nTreat someone with a passion for the stars to an evening of discovery and learning\, or enjoy it yourself with your partner\, friends or family members. \nBring warm/waterproof clothes. No dogs please – they’re a trip hazard in the dark. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.raby.co.uk/events/stargazing-supper/ \nThis High Force Hotel & Waterfall (www.raby.co.uk/high-force/waterfall/) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org\n#NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies \n  \n© Gary Lintern Photography URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-suppers-at-high-force-2/2024-11-01/ LOCATION:High Force Hotel\, The High Force Hotel\, Alston Rd\, Forest-in-Teesdale\, DL12 0XH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/High-Force-2020-Final-Edit_LOWER-e1758630910500.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241031T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241031T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T053858 CREATED:20240917T113136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T114729Z UID:10001158-1730399400-1730408400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:New observatory welcome DESCRIPTION:Come along to this fabulous stargazing opportunity on Alston Moor. It’s a combination of introduction to the new observatory\, themed talks\, and (weather permitting) stargazing. \nTalk and stargazing opportunity at Alston Moor Golf Club – a truly dark site in the South Tyne Valley. This will be a double event in one evening: firstly there will be a stargazing event with talks and stargazing; and secondly it is an ideal opportunity to see the brand new observatory which has been developed at the Golf Club. This event is being organised by David Hymers. \nAdvance booking is essential – contact David Hymers on david@davidhymers.com / 07483 327560 to book and pay for your place and for further information. \nTickets cost £10. Event is suitable for ages 16+ (ages 16-18 must come with adult/parent) \nAs well as the observatory telescope there will access to binoculars and indoors presentation on screen and slides – also with images shown directly from telescope and camera. \nArrive by 6.30pm for tea/coffee\, for event start at 7.00pm (finish approximately 9pm). No dogs please – they are a trip hazard in the dark. \nAimed at amateur astronomers over 16 years. If you’re 16-18 you must be accompanied by an adult. \nNote that if the skies are cloudy the event will still go ahead – with astronomers giving presentations\, providing information and answering questions on all things ‘dark skies’. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 25 October to 3 November 2024 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest24 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: (c) Gary Lintern Photography URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/new-observatory-welcome/ LOCATION:Alston Moor Golf Club\, Middleton Road\, Alston\, CA9 3DB CATEGORIES:Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/From-the-Moon-to-Infinity.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="David Hymers":MAILTO:david@davidhymers.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR