BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//North Pennines National Landscape - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://northpennines.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for North Pennines National Landscape REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260717T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260717T170000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151858Z CREATED:20260424T134447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151858Z UID:10002325-1784289600-1784307600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Westgate Village histories archive visit DESCRIPTION:The Westgate Village Histories archive visit\, on Friday 17 July\, 1pm to 4pm\, will explore the Weardale Chest Collection\, held at Palace Green Library\, Durham. \nThe manuscript material found in the chest dates from 1579 to 1660 and includes first hand witness testimonies from Westgate residents. It tells the fascinating story of a commonwealth era legal battle between Weardale tenants and their new Parliementarian landlord\, Sir Arthur Hesilrige. \nThe workshop will include a palaeography training session using original documents\, led by archivist Andrew Gray. As well as the rare opportunity to view the sixteenth century oak chest\, situated in the historic Bamburgh Library. \nTransport will be provided to and from Westgate Village. The minibus will leave Westgate Village Hall at 12 noon and return for around 5pm. \n• Please note: The Barker Research Library\, where the workshop takes place\, is wheelchair accessible. However\, the original chest is stored upstairs in a historic library. Unfortunately\, this means that wheelchair users will be unable to view the chest in person. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nImage (c) – Durham University Library \n  \nPart of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-historical-group-meeting-2-11-copy/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Weardale-chest-event-image.png ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T105642Z CREATED:20260616T102842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T105642Z UID:10002364-1784624400-1784633400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer moth monitoring opportunities DESCRIPTION:Monitoring moths is a fantastic way to measure changes in biodiversity on farms. Volunteer with us on Tuesday 23 June\, and 21 July\, 9am to 11.30am for a session in the North Pennines. \nWe’ll be working with (and testing out) new technology developed by the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (CEH). We’re looking for citizen scientists to help us. \nExact location details will be available nearer to the date of the session. \nPlease wear sturdy footwear and bring clothing suitable for all weathers. Suitable for adults and children (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult). \nTea & coffee will be provided. If you have access requirements\, please let us know in advance so we can try to accommodate them. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact \n© Buff tip – Martin Rogers \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-moth-monitoring-opportunities-4/2026-07-21/ LOCATION:Various locations CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Buff-tip-c-Martin-Rogers.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T153000 DTSTAMP:20260605T112959Z CREATED:20260605T111811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T112959Z UID:10002357-1784628000-1784647800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer opportunity to remove invasive Garden Lady’s-mantle DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical day to help dig up and remove invasive Garden Lady’s-mantle (Alchemilla mollis) from an area around an Upper Teesdale beck. \nThis area of Upper Teesdale in the North Pennines National Landscape is especially important for the population of rare native plants that are found there. If the garden Lady’s-mantle is left to set seed\, it poses a risk of spreading to further sites and possibly out competing and replacing the important native plant communities. \nThis activity requires a good level of fitness as well as the ability to navigate uneven terrain. Training will be given on the morning of the event. \nExact location will be sent 48 hours prior to the event. Suitable for all ages; children must be supervised by an adult. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer platform. \n \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-opportunity-to-remove-invasive-garden-ladys-mantle-2-copy/2026-07-21/ LOCATION:Langdon Beck CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/2-gardenladysmantle.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T123000 DTSTAMP:20260616T120108Z CREATED:20260616T120108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T120108Z UID:10002140-1785232800-1785241800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Garden club - volunteer opportunity DESCRIPTION:Volunteer to help look after ‘Helen’s Garden’ at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, and the raised beds and planters alongside the Centre on Tuesday 28 July and 25 August\, 10am to 12.30pm. \nGeneral maintenance including weeding\, dead heading\, cutting back and planting. Watering the gardens when required. Tidying\, sweeping the surfaced area around the Centre and painting garden benches. Hedge trimming and maintaining the willow arch in the car park. \nUsually work for two to two and a half hours and finish with refreshments which are provided. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/garden-club-volunteer-opportunity-2-4-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Garden-club-2-20250729_132309.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T123000 DTSTAMP:20260526T120924Z CREATED:20260521T115833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T120924Z UID:10002336-1785321000-1785328200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - campfire cooking and foraging DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nForage for food to cook on the campfire at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, 29 July\, 10.30am to 12.30pm. Enjoy a walk to forage for fruits of the season\, identify plants that can be used in recipes and make dips and fillings for your bread on a stick around the campfire. \nSuitable for children aged five to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book). £2 per child (accompanying adults and under 5s free). \nPlease let us know if there is anything we can do to make this event more accessible and enjoyable for your family\, such as sensory needs. Please email kerryanne@northpennines.org.uk with any allergies/dietary requirements. \nPlease wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather and potentially messy activities. The event is not suitable for dogs and is not wheelchair accessible. \nPlease use the Ticketsource to book \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-campfire-cooking-and-foraging-copy/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/campfirecontent.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T115754Z CREATED:20260423T115643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T115754Z UID:10002094-1785330000-1785340800@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. There are also extra drop in sessions on 11 March\, 15 April\, 13 may and 10 June. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email harry@northpennines.org.uk. \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. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3-3-2-2-7/2026-07-29/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre 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:20260730T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T153000 DTSTAMP:20260605T112959Z CREATED:20260605T111811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T112959Z UID:10002358-1785405600-1785425400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer opportunity to remove invasive Garden Lady’s-mantle DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical day to help dig up and remove invasive Garden Lady’s-mantle (Alchemilla mollis) from an area around an Upper Teesdale beck. \nThis area of Upper Teesdale in the North Pennines National Landscape is especially important for the population of rare native plants that are found there. If the garden Lady’s-mantle is left to set seed\, it poses a risk of spreading to further sites and possibly out competing and replacing the important native plant communities. \nThis activity requires a good level of fitness as well as the ability to navigate uneven terrain. Training will be given on the morning of the event. \nExact location will be sent 48 hours prior to the event. Suitable for all ages; children must be supervised by an adult. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer platform. \n \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-opportunity-to-remove-invasive-garden-ladys-mantle-2-copy/2026-07-30/ LOCATION:Langdon Beck CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/2-gardenladysmantle.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151847Z CREATED:20251217T144732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151847Z UID:10002172-1785405600-1785427200@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. Held monthly apart from March and August\, 10am to 4pm. \nHelp document key features through structured field recording and targeted photography\, and contribute invaluable data for ongoing conservation work. The photographs taken will also support the creation of detailed 3D models through photogrammetry and feed into Historic England’s Missing Pieces project\, helping to build a richer national record of heritage sites. \nYou’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 weather. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates for 2026: \nFuture dates with locations:\n• Thursday 26th February – Rookhope Arch\n• Tuesday 28th April – Nenthead\n• Wednesday 27th May – Beldon Lead Mine\n• Tuesday 23rd June – Lady’s Rake Mine\n• Thursday 30th July – Silverband Mine\n• Wednesday 23rd September – Pike Law\n• Tuesday 27th October – Middle Level Greenlaw\n• Thursday 19th November – Stublick Colliery/ Langley Barony Mine\n• Tuesday 8th December – Brandon Walls \nEach day is from 10am to 4pm. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-on-site-working-day-2/2026-07-30/ CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/condition-report-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002368-1785578400-1785600000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-01/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002369-1785664800-1785686400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-02/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002370-1785751200-1785772800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-03/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T150000 DTSTAMP:20251212T142918Z CREATED:20251212T142918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T142918Z UID:10002074-1785837600-1785855600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Mine site maintenance DESCRIPTION:Volunteer opportunities to undertake maintenance works to various mine sites across the North Pennines\, on the first Tuesday of each month\, commencing 3 March 2026\, 10am to 3pm. \nIn this monthly activity you will join Gary and Arran of Heritage Consolidation\, to undertake maintenance tasks at lead mining structures. \nSteel toe capped boots and gloves are strongly recommended for this task\, gloves can be provided.\nMore details will be provided upon signing up. Suitable for 18+ \nLocations will be decided closer to the date. \nDates are:-\n3 March\n7 April\n5 May\n2 June\n7 July\n4 August\n1 September\n6 October\n3 November\n1 December \nSign up using the Better Impact volunteer link \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/mine-site-maintenance/2026-08-04/ LOCATION:TBC CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Maintenance-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002371-1785837600-1785859200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-04/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T123000 DTSTAMP:20260611T114311Z CREATED:20260521T124043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T114311Z UID:10002338-1785925800-1785933000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - near and far DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nSee what you can spot around Bowlees in the distance and very close up\, on 5 August\, 10.30am to 12.30pm . Try out scientific equipment such as microscopes\, hand lenses and binoculars and make a simple pinhole camera of your own.\nPlease wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather and potentially messy activities.\nSuitable for children aged five to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book). \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-near-far/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG_4709-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002372-1786010400-1786032000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-06/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260806T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T120050Z CREATED:20260618T115631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T120050Z UID:10002366-1786021200-1786032000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wildflower seed collecting opportunities DESCRIPTION:Help us to restore and enhance meadows and other habitats in the North Pennines by collecting wildflower seeds from sites across Teesdale\, 9 July and 6 August\, 1pm to 4pm. \nWildflower seeds will be sown in the Autumn and then grown on into plants. The plants we will be collecting from will depend on the date they set seed\, but could include: wood crane’s-bill\, native lady’s mantle species\, melancholy thistle and meadow crane’s-bill. \nPlease wear outdoor clothing\, bring waterproofs and wear sturdy shoes. All ages welcome\,  children must be supervised by an adult. \nThe session going ahead on this date is dependent upon seasonal variations in the ripening of seeds. If the session has to be re-scheduled this will be communicated to people signed up no later than 24 hours prior. \nSign up using the volunteer system Better Impact \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wildflower-seed-collecting-opportunities/2026-08-06/ LOCATION:Upper Teesdale CATEGORIES:Nature and wildlife event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/1-Seed-collecting-c-Ruth-Starr-Keddle-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260807T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260807T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T135618Z CREATED:20260422T131752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T135618Z UID:10002292-1786096800-1786118400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Historic environment: indoor working day DESCRIPTION:The monthly volunteer indoor working days at our Stanhope Office build on our historical research /field recording work and gives volunteers the opportunity to develop their skills further. \nHistorical Research volunteers\nFor volunteers working on historical research projects (such as “Unlocking the Asylum Archives” and “Caldwell Harpur: Diaries of a Crank”) these monthly research meetings are an excellent opportunity to meet others working on the same project to share exciting research findings\, explore emerging themes\, and work on any tricky transcriptions together. \nStaff will be on hand to offer guidance on resources\, answer questions\, and help you work through any challenges and supply much needed tea and biscuits. \nPhotogrammetry and Archaeology volunteers\nPhotogrammetry volunteers can process the photographs collected on site to create detailed photogrammetry models\, exploring how digital techniques can enhance our understanding of historic landscapes. Volunteers will also work with a range of sources—including written accounts\, LiDAR data and QGIS mapping—to place the recorded lead mining sites in their wider historical context. Our findings will be added to Historic England’s Missing Pieces project\, helping to expand and enrich the national record. \nNo previous experience is needed; these sessions are designed to support beginners while offering plenty of scope for those wishing to grow their research and digital heritage skills. You do not need to have attended the associated site day to join us for these indoor work sessions.\nRefreshments are provided throughout the day but please bring a lunch if needed. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates for 2026 – all at Stanhope are drop in sessions from 10am to 4pm: \n• Friday 1st May\n• Friday 5th June\n• Friday 3rd July\n• Friday 7th August\n• Friday 2nd October\n• Friday 30th October\n• Friday 4th  December\n• Friday 18th December) \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-indoor-working-day-2-2/2026-08-07/ LOCATION:North Pennines National Landscape office\, 1 Martin Street\, Stanhope\,\, DL132UY CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/photogrammetry.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260807T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260807T160000 DTSTAMP:20260602T084059Z CREATED:20260602T083931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T084059Z UID:10002348-1786096800-1786118400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Historic environment: indoor working day DESCRIPTION:The monthly volunteer indoor working days at our Stanhope Office build on our historical research /field recording work and gives volunteers the opportunity to develop their skills further. \nHistorical Research volunteers\nFor volunteers working on historical research projects (such as “Unlocking the Asylum Archives” and “Caldwell Harpur: Diaries of a Crank”) these monthly research meetings are an excellent opportunity to meet others working on the same project to share exciting research findings\, explore emerging themes\, and work on any tricky transcriptions together. \nStaff will be on hand to offer guidance on resources\, answer questions\, and help you work through any challenges and supply much needed tea and biscuits. \nPhotogrammetry and Archaeology volunteers\nPhotogrammetry volunteers can process the photographs collected on site to create detailed photogrammetry models\, exploring how digital techniques can enhance our understanding of historic landscapes. Volunteers will also work with a range of sources—including written accounts\, LiDAR data and QGIS mapping—to place the recorded lead mining sites in their wider historical context. Our findings will be added to Historic England’s Missing Pieces project\, helping to expand and enrich the national record. \nNo previous experience is needed; these sessions are designed to support beginners while offering plenty of scope for those wishing to grow their research and digital heritage skills. You do not need to have attended the associated site day to join us for these indoor work sessions.\nRefreshments are provided throughout the day but please bring a lunch if needed. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates for 2026 – all at Stanhope are drop in sessions from 10am to 4pm: \n• Friday 1st May\n• Friday 5th June\n• Friday 3rd July\n• Friday 7th August\n• Friday 2nd October\n• Friday 30th October\n• Friday 4th  December\n• Friday 18th December) \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-indoor-working-day-2-2-copy/2026-08-07/ LOCATION:North Pennines National Landscape office\, 1 Martin Street\, Stanhope\,\, DL132UY CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/photogrammetry.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260807T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260807T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002373-1786096800-1786118400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-07/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002374-1786183200-1786204800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-08/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002375-1786269600-1786291200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-09/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002376-1786356000-1786377600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-10/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T112416Z CREATED:20260623T095312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T112416Z UID:10002377-1786442400-1786464000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nenthead big dig DESCRIPTION:Get involved in an archaeological dig taking place in Nenthead this summer. No experience is necessary. We are investigating the domestic lives of the lead miners who lived and worked in Nenthead in the past. \nThe dates for the digs are 1 to 4 August and 6 to 11 August\, 10am to 4pm each day. Meeting point is Nenthead Village Hall. Each day has a limit of eight spaces available. \nSupervised by professional archaeologists\, this is a chance to have a go at real hands-on archaeology. Suitable for ages six years and up. All children must be supervised by an adult (please book a space for each child and adult that would like to attend). \nVolunteers and local community members\, with a professional archaeologist\, will dig a series of small test pits in gardens and fields around the village. We are likely to find things like broken pottery\, bits of clay pipes\, and maybe some broken personal items\, such as toys and buttons. \nYou don’t need any special equipment as this will be provided. \nThe digs are free to attend. Donations are welcome and enable the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nSign up using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nenthead-big-dig/2026-08-11/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20230716_112457-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T123000 DTSTAMP:20260611T114551Z CREATED:20260521T141655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T114551Z UID:10002339-1786530600-1786537800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: fantastic fossils DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nTake a walk to visit 300 million year old fossils beside the River Tees\, discover what’s in the local rocks\, and make a ‘fossil’ to take home. \nPlease wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather and potentially messy activities. Wellies recommended. \nSuitable for children aged 5 to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book). \n£2 per child (accompanying adults and under 5s free). \nPlease let us know if there is anything we can do to make this event more accessible and enjoyable for your family\, such as sensory needs. \nThe event is not suitable for dogs and is not wheelchair accessible. \nPlease use the Ticketsource to book \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-fun-with-fossils-26/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Bowlees-children-geology12-resized-for-ticketsource.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T200000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151836Z CREATED:20260216T130053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151836Z UID:10002202-1787162400-1787169600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Westgate - village history evenings DESCRIPTION:As part of the village histories project\, we’ll be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of Westgate and its surrounding area. There are sessions every month on a Wednesday\, 6pm to 8pm\, starting 25 February in the village hall at Westgate. \nThis exciting project aims to bring together local knowledge\, memories\, and research to create a lasting record for future generations\, and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nThe group is aimed at residents of Westgate\, those who live nearby\, or simply have an interest in the history of the village. \nFree refreshments will be available throughout the session. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nImage (c) – Tom Baldwin \n  \nPart of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-historical-group-meeting-2-7/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Westgate-Village-Histories-event-image-e1774352245755.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260822T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260822T130000 DTSTAMP:20260126T113802Z CREATED:20251208T112328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T113802Z UID:10002031-1787392800-1787403600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:North Pennines Young Archaeologists' Club DESCRIPTION:North Pennines YAC is open to everyone aged 8–16 years interested in archaeology. \nBecome a member of the North Pennines Young Archaeologists’ Club (YAC) and get involved in all sorts of activities\, including visiting and investigating archaeological sites and historic places\, trying out traditional crafts\, taking part in excavations\, and lots more. \nThe club meet once a month on a Saturday at Alston Moor Recreation Ground and Pavilion\, 10am to 1pm. The first session of 2026 is 17 January. We encourage signing up for as many sessions as possible to get the best experience. \nYAC is the place for young people who might want to become a professional archaeologist in the future\, or just feel like taking up an amazing new hobby. It offers 8 to 16 year olds the chance to get their hands mucky\, participating in archaeology and discovering why it matters. The clubs explore all eras of human history\, including the Romans\, Vikings\, Ancient Egyptians and Victorians\, and members take part in all sorts of hands-on activities\, such as investigating archaeological sites and historic places\, taking part in excavations\, and working with artefacts. \nThe club also run lots of craft-based activities based on archaeological periods and technology\, with members trying out many traditional crafts. \nPlease note that the location and timing of some sessions may change depending on the activities planned. Please check back closer to the date or email rebecca@northpennines.org.uk for more details. \nPlease use the link to Ticketsource to book. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/north-pennines-young-archaeologists-club-2-2/2026-08-22/ LOCATION:Alston Moor Recreation Ground and Pavilion\, Alston\, CA9 3HS CATEGORIES:Archaeology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Archaeological_dig-cNorth-Pennines-National-Landscape-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T123000 DTSTAMP:20260611T124313Z CREATED:20260521T121957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T124313Z UID:10002337-1787740200-1787747400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - seeds of the summer DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nJoin us on a family-friendly walk to collect seeds from local wildflowers on 26 August\, 10.30am to 12.30pm. Bring the collections back to the visitor centre to sow in the tree and wildflower nursey. \nAll materials and equipment will be provided. Please wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather and potentially messy activities. \nSuitable for children aged five to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book). Accompanying adults are free and do not need to book. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-seeds-of-the-summer-26/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/making-seed-bombs-1-KP-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T150000 DTSTAMP:20251212T142918Z CREATED:20251212T142918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T142918Z UID:10002075-1788256800-1788274800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Mine site maintenance DESCRIPTION:Volunteer opportunities to undertake maintenance works to various mine sites across the North Pennines\, on the first Tuesday of each month\, commencing 3 March 2026\, 10am to 3pm. \nIn this monthly activity you will join Gary and Arran of Heritage Consolidation\, to undertake maintenance tasks at lead mining structures. \nSteel toe capped boots and gloves are strongly recommended for this task\, gloves can be provided.\nMore details will be provided upon signing up. Suitable for 18+ \nLocations will be decided closer to the date. \nDates are:-\n3 March\n7 April\n5 May\n2 June\n7 July\n4 August\n1 September\n6 October\n3 November\n1 December \nSign up using the Better Impact volunteer link \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/mine-site-maintenance/2026-09-01/ LOCATION:TBC CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Maintenance-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T122813Z CREATED:20260618T122738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T122813Z UID:10002367-1788870600-1788886800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Kew Gardens seed collecting training DESCRIPTION:Join staff from Kew Gardens Millennium Seed Bank for a seed colleting training afternoon\, 8 September\, 12.30pm to 5pm. \nYou will learn how to identify when seeds are ready to be collected\, how to collect seeds responsibly\, how seeds are prepared and stored\, and the importance of seed collecting for conservation efforts. \nThe training will be outdoors and involve walking in order to collect seeds from plants such as devil’s-bit scabious and native lady’s mantle species. \nOutdoor clothing to be worn\, please bring waterproofs and wear sturdy shoes. Suitable for all ages\, children must be supervised by an adult. \nSign up using the volunteer site Better Impact \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/kew-gardens-seed-collecting-training/ LOCATION:Upper Teesdale CATEGORIES:Nature and wildlife event,Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/1Seed-collecting-volunteers-600x450.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T130000 DTSTAMP:20260126T113802Z CREATED:20251208T112328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T113802Z UID:10002032-1789207200-1789218000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:North Pennines Young Archaeologists' Club DESCRIPTION:North Pennines YAC is open to everyone aged 8–16 years interested in archaeology. \nBecome a member of the North Pennines Young Archaeologists’ Club (YAC) and get involved in all sorts of activities\, including visiting and investigating archaeological sites and historic places\, trying out traditional crafts\, taking part in excavations\, and lots more. \nThe club meet once a month on a Saturday at Alston Moor Recreation Ground and Pavilion\, 10am to 1pm. The first session of 2026 is 17 January. We encourage signing up for as many sessions as possible to get the best experience. \nYAC is the place for young people who might want to become a professional archaeologist in the future\, or just feel like taking up an amazing new hobby. It offers 8 to 16 year olds the chance to get their hands mucky\, participating in archaeology and discovering why it matters. The clubs explore all eras of human history\, including the Romans\, Vikings\, Ancient Egyptians and Victorians\, and members take part in all sorts of hands-on activities\, such as investigating archaeological sites and historic places\, taking part in excavations\, and working with artefacts. \nThe club also run lots of craft-based activities based on archaeological periods and technology\, with members trying out many traditional crafts. \nPlease note that the location and timing of some sessions may change depending on the activities planned. Please check back closer to the date or email rebecca@northpennines.org.uk for more details. \nPlease use the link to Ticketsource to book. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/north-pennines-young-archaeologists-club-2-2/2026-09-12/ LOCATION:Alston Moor Recreation Ground and Pavilion\, Alston\, CA9 3HS CATEGORIES:Archaeology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Archaeological_dig-cNorth-Pennines-National-Landscape-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR