Saturday stroll - a guided walk
2024-12-28 10:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Hudeshope, DL12 0QY
Join us for a guided walk through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month.
The walk starting at Hudeshope, Middleton-in-Teesdale, on 28 December will begin at 10.30am and finish at approximately 12.30pm. You are welcome to join us after the walk for free refreshments finishing by 2pm.
All 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.
Optional 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.
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Volunteer opportunity - access work at Middlehopeshield
2025-01-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Westgate
POSTPONED
Help us make access improvements to the path from Slit Woods to Middlehopeshield.
The work will include 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.
Location:
What 3 words ///factoring.hounded.pedicure
Coordinates 54°44’54.1″N 2°08’25.4″W
Map link https://maps.app.goo.gl/5NDXPLm5mwZvSrBu6
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Volunteer opportunity - access work at Middlehopeshield
2025-01-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Westgate
POSTPONED until 20 and 21 January.
Help us make access improvements to the path from Slit Woods to Middlehopeshield.
The work will include 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.
Location:
What 3 words ///factoring.hounded.pedicure
Coordinates 54°44’54.1″N 2°08’25.4″W
Map link https://maps.app.goo.gl/5NDXPLm5mwZvSrBu6
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Volunteer opportunity - access work at Middlehopeshield
2025-01-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Westgate
Help us make access improvements to the path from Slit Woods to Middlehopeshield.
The work will include 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.
Location:
What 3 words ///factoring.hounded.pedicure
Coordinates 54°44’54.1″N 2°08’25.4″W
Map link https://maps.app.goo.gl/5NDXPLm5mwZvSrBu6
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Nenthead200 volunteer committee meeting
2025-01-16 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-02-13 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-03-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Nenthead Village Hall, Nenthead, Alston, CA9 3PN
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.
Join us in helping to plan the mining event in Nenthead, in August next year. The group meets once a month in the lead up working together with the local community of Nenthead.
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Please contact rebecca@northpennines.org.uk for more information.
This opportunity is aimed at people living locally to Nenthead or with a specific interest in the mining heritage of the area. Free refreshments provided. Children must be supervised by an adult. Wheelchair accessible, no designated parking but drop-off available near the entrance.

Volunteer opportunity - access work at Middlehopeshield
2025-01-20 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-21 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Westgate
Help us make access improvements to the path from Slitt Woods to Middlehopeshield.
The work will include 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.
Location:
What 3 words ///factoring.hounded.pedicure
Coordinates 54°44’54.1″N 2°08’25.4″W
Map link https://maps.app.goo.gl/5NDXPLm5mwZvSrBu6
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Hedge and tree planting
2025-01-20 10:00 - 15:30, 2025-01-29 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-04 10:00 - 15:30, 2025-02-10 10:00 - 15:30, 2025-02-21 10:00 - 15:30 | Teesdale
Volunteer to help nature and improve habitat connectivity by planting hedgerows trees and on farms across Teesdale in January and February.
There are various dates available to volunteer.
January dates are: 29.
February dates are: 4, 10, 21, 22 and 26.
A light lunch will be provided but please bring any drinks and snacks. Volunteer opportunities may be postponed due to weather conditions, any changes will be communicated at least 24 hours before the event where possible.
Please contact William: william@northpennines.org.uk for more information or if you have a query.
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Workshop - using archives for historical research
2025-01-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Carlisle Archive Centre, Petteril Bank Road, Carlisle, CA1 3AJ
In this workshop held at Cumbria Archives, Tuesday 21 January, 10am to 3pm, we’ll explore the different types of materials available, (such as letters, diaries, newspapers, photographs, wills, maps, and court records), and how to find and safely handle fragile items, and practice some essential research skills on original documents such as palaeography (reading old handwriting).
You will also be given an exclusive behind the scenes tour by the Cumbria Archives staff.
All are welcome from complete beginners to seasoned researchers. For those interested, there is the opportunity to hone these skills as part of an exciting longer research project exploring the social history of the men and women who shaped the North Pennines and its landscape.
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Saturday stroll - a guided walk
2025-01-25 10:30 - 12:30 | Dufton public car park
Join us for a guided walk through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month.
The walk starting at Dufton, Cumbria, on 25 January will begin at 10.30am and finish at approximately 12.30pm. You are welcome to join us after the walk for free refreshments finishing by 2pm.
All 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.
Optional 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.
To book please use the Ticketsource link

Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery
2025-01-29 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Bowlees Visitor Centre, Newbiggin, DL12 0XF
Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm.
You 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.
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Delivered 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.

Middlehopeshield consultation
2025-01-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Westgate Village Hall, Front Street, Westgate, DL13 1RX
Join us at Westgate Village Hall on Wednesday 29 January, 6pm to 7.30pm, to discuss the planned interpretation at Middlehopeshield with heritage interpretation specialists, Maltings Studios, and the North Pennines National Landscape team.

Part of the Land of Lead and Silver project funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England, with subsequent funding from the Rural England Prosperity Fund and Defra’s Farming in Protected Landscapes scheme.

Hedge and tree planting
2025-02-06 10:15, 2025-03-04 10:00 - 15:30, 2025-03-20 10:00 - 15:30 | Teesdale
Volunteer to help nature and improve habitat connectivity by planting hedgerows trees and on farms across Teesdale in March.
There are various dates available to volunteer.
Tuesday 4, Saturday 15 and Tuesday 20 March, 10am to 3.30pm. Also Wednesday 26 March, 10am to 1pm.
A light lunch will be provided but please bring any drinks and snacks. Volunteer opportunities may be postponed due to weather conditions, any changes will be communicated at least 24 hours before the event where possible.
Please contact William: william@northpennines.org.uk for more information or if you have a query.
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Family friendly - hedge and tree planting
2025-02-06 10:17, 2025-02-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Teesdale
Spend time with the family outdoors helping to plant trees and hedgerows on farms across Teesdale this winter.
There 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.
All equipment and help will be provided. Please wear outdoor clothing, bring waterproofs and wear boots with a sturdy sole.
A 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.
Please contact William: william@northpennines.org.uk for more information or if you have a query.
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Introduction to photogrammetry workshop
2025-02-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Rookhope Village Hall, DL13 2 BP
Photogrammetry is the method of creating a virtual 3D model from a selection of overlapping photographs. The technique is increasingly used by conservators and archaeologists to record, investigate and promote heritage.
The workshop on Saturday 8 February, 10am to 3pm, at Rookhope Village Hall is aimed at complete beginners to the process, so no experience is necessary. You will learn the basic principles of photogrammetry and how to apply them to make your own digital 3D models using free software.
The workshop is interactive, and invites you to bring your own laptop with pre-installed software, (links will be sent to attendees before the workshop), and camera/phone, so that we can work through the process together. At the end of the session there will be an opportunity to put your new found skills to the test.
Examples of virtual 3D models: https://sketchfab.com/aki132
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Saturday stroll - a guided walk
2025-02-22 10:30 - 14:30 | Allenheads
Join us for a guided walk through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month.
The walk starting at Allenheads, on 22 February will begin at 10.30am and finish at approximately 1pm. You are welcome to join us after the walk for free refreshments at The Hemmel café finishing by 2.30pm.
All 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. There are likely to be a couple of stiles to climb over on this walk.
Optional donation – suggested amount £3. We use donations to continue the work of the Land of Lead and Silver project supporting volunteers and community activities after the project ends.
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Spring Celebration
2025-03-01 10:00 | Low Birk Hatt Farm
Celebrate with us at our family friendly Spring Celebration event at Low Birk Hatt Farm, Baldersdale, Saturday 1 March, 10am to 4pm. The theme this year is all about sheep and lambs.
We have plenty of fun activities on offer from woodwork and whittling to craft your own sheep, Lucinda from Benbridge Woolworks, will share how fantastic and sustainable wool is, and join local artist Abi Baker to make lino prints.
Enjoy toasting marshmallows and sipping hot chocolate in the comfort of fire-lit yurts and the chance to join in with singing campfire songs with Tabby Michelin from HeartSongs. There will be visits from our local sheep and get to meet the farmers too.
£12 for a single adult ticket (over 16)
£5 for a single child ticket (16 and under)
£25 for a family ticket which incudes 2 adults and 2 children – larger families can add on additional tickets to cover all members.
Children under 5 go free.
Time slot bookings for activity workshops (at no extra cost) for:
• Wood working and whittling sheep
• Lino printing
• Singing by the fire
All ages welcome, activities will have individual suitability. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Hot beverages and food available via donation or you are welcome to bring your own. There are toilets and parking available on site. The event is not suitable for dogs.
We would like everyone to be able to attend our Spring Celebration, so we also have ten bursary tickets available. If you would like to apply for one of these discounted family tickets, then email kennedy@northpennines.org.uk for more details.
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Photogrammetry practice session
2025-03-06 13:00 - 17:00 | Westgate Village Hall, Front Street, Westgate, DL13 1RX
Join us for a photogrammetry skills practice afternoon at Westgate Village Hall.
The session is open to volunteers who have attended photogrammetry training. This will be a chance to practice taking photographs around the village, and run the photos through photogrammetric software.
You do not need to be available for the whole afternoon, this will run as a drop-in session and you are welcome to spend as long as you need with us within the hours available, 1pm- 5pm.
Location: Westgate Village Hall, Front Street, Westgate, Bishop Auckland DL13 1RX
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Volunteer surveyor training - Adders Up
2025-03-22 09:00 - 12:00 | West Moor plantation
Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project.
The free surveyor training at West Moor Plantation, South Bedburn, 22 March, is from 9am to 12 noon.
Learn how to find, identify, sex and age adders as well other reptile and amphibian species that we encounter. Detailed training on best survey techniques will enable volunteers to carry out independent surveys in the future.
The training session is suitable for adults and children over the age of 12. Unsuitable for wheelchairs, dogs and young children.
Please use the Better Impact volunteer system to sign up.

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