BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//North Pennines National Landscape - ECPv6.15.11//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:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220721T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220721T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220408T151423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T064619Z UID:10000255-1658397600-1658404800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Bowlees Explorers - outdoor fun for pre-schoolers July DESCRIPTION:Outdoor sessions for children age 0-4 and their carers with nature-themed activities. This event runs on one Thursday each month from April to October\, excluding school holidays. See below for all dates. \nCost is £1 per child. Adults are free\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. \nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors\, whatever the weather. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/bowlees-explorers-july-2022/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Bowlees-children-river-dipping-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220725T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220725T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220623T104846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T154549Z UID:10000287-1658754000-1658761200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Fellfoot Forward Bumblebee Identification Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about the identification of Bumblebees in the field with naturalist Steve Hewitt. \nIdeal for those wanting to learn how to tell the difference between bees in their garden or out and about\, and especially for those interested in bee recording and conservation\, Steve will demonstrate some of the key characteristics of bees and what to look for to distinguish different species. You’ll also learn about their habitats and behaviour. \nWe will meet outside the allotments on Potters’ Bank in Kirkoswald at 1pm (nearest postcode CA10 1EP\, grid reference NY 55329 41542\, What3words ombudsman.zinc.shadow) and the event will aim to finish for 3pm. If you are driving in\, please park conscientiously in the village and walk up to the allotments. Please bring water\, sun cream\, and dress for all weathers as we will be outdoors. No toilets or hand washing facilities will be available on site. \nAlthough children and young people are welcome to join us\, this event is intended for those who are interested in having a closer technical look at bees. If you’re looking for a family friendly option\, please take a look at our bug-hunt and pooter making session on the 26th. \nAccess for pushchairs and wheelchairs may be limited – please contact us for details. \nBooking essential as places limited\, please click here to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/ff-bee-id/ LOCATION:Kirkoswald Allotments CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/bombus_monticola-00005-c-www.northeastwildlife.co_.uk_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220726T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220726T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220623T112049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T161113Z UID:10000288-1658840400-1658847600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family bug hunt and pooter making DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the start of the summer holidays by joining the Fellfoot Forward team on a hunt for minibeasts\, butterflies\, bees\, and all things crawly and small. \nWe will make pooters (bug catching pots) from jam jars and use these to collect samples and have a go at identifying them together. We’ll also do some wildlife crafts and have a go at making bug houses with found materials. We’ll create a list of everything that we have found and talk about the importance of invertebrate conservation in the Fellfoot Forward scheme area\, including in your own gardens. \nParking is available on site (What3words ///extent.vertical.clotting). Access is through fields and may not be suitable for some – please contact us for details. \nBooking essential as places limited\, please click here to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/ff-bughunt/ LOCATION:Into the Woods\, nr Glassonby\, Glassonby\, Cumbria\, CA10 1NP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/TTCP-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220727T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220727T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220511T134554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T134944Z UID:10000111-1658917800-1658925000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Bog day DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at this Wild Wednesday event. \nCelebrate the brilliance of boggy peatlands in the North Pennines. We’ll be doing activities to explore how bogs benefit our environment. \n£6 – one child\, £10 – two children\, £13 – three children \nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors in warm\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-bog-day/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cottongrass-plug-plants-a-year-after-planting..jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220730T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220730T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220707T130722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T101253Z UID:10000299-1659173400-1659186000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Bowlees Tree Nursery construction day DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday 30 July for a half day constructing pallets and beds at the North Pennines AONB Partnership’s Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery. Work alongside our staff and a local contractor to put the finishing touches to the new nursery. \nMaximum 5 volunteers\, all experience levels welcome. Equipment and materials will be provided but please come dressed for outdoor work. \nFor more information and to book\, please contact Molly Jones\, Farming & Nature Support Officer by emailing molly@northpenninesaonb.org.uk \nThis event is 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 AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/bowlees-tree-nursery-construction-day/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Bowlees-Visitor-Centre-January-2018-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220801T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220831T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220820T141507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220820T141507Z UID:10000325-1659348000-1661965200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Exhibition: Moorland Line DESCRIPTION:Moorland Line: an exhibition of art inspired by the North Pennines landscape\nBowlees Visitor Centre Gallery\n1 – 31 August 2022\nA collection of artworks inspired by the landscapes of the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark will be on display at Bowlees Visitor Centre throughout August. \nArtist Simon Wilson will be exhibiting and selling a collection of mixed media and print contemporary landscape artworks in the Bowlees Gallery\, entitled Moorland Line. \nMoorland Line marks the boundary between the open moorland and farm fields in upland areas like the North Pennines. \nSimon works as a Programme Manager for the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, and is responsible for work relating to business and engagement. He said: “In my day job I spend a lot of time encouraging people to discover the outstanding North Pennines landscape\, similar to what I hope to achieve with my art. The Bowlees Visitor Centre is the gateway for visitors to the North Pennines and an ideal location to display my art\, and I hope that people will enjoy my art and be inspired to discover the landscapes I’ve depicted.” \nSimon works mainly in acrylic but also in mixed media including Indian Ink\, graphite and charcoal. Most of his work is contemporary landscapes and seascapes of Northern England. “My work begins with outdoor sketches\, photographs and plein air paintings with works being completed in the studio. I spend time outside in all weathers and all seasons and am particularly interested in capturing dramatic skies.” \nBowlees Visitor Centre is run by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and is the perfect place to start exploring the walks\, waterfalls and wildlife in the local area\, or to inspire a trip further afield in the AONB. The Centre offers visitor information\, refreshments at the Falls Café\, and a gallery space\, plus places to explore\, picnic and play in the grounds. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/exhibition-moorland-line/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/simon-art-exhib.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220803T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220803T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220511T134612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T135314Z UID:10000112-1659522600-1659529800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Rivers and streams DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at this Wild Wednesday event. \nWhat lives in the Bow Lee Beck? Come and join us for river dipping to find out. We’ll also be doing other river themed activities and crafts. \n£6 – one child\, £10 – two children\, £13 – three children \nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors in warm\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. Bring/wear wellies if possible as we are likely to get wet feet. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-rivers-and-streams/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Bowlees-children-river-dipping-4-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220806T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220806T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220722T122150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T143905Z UID:10000304-1659781800-1659803400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:LGBTQI+ community day DESCRIPTION:Come along to a community day for LGBTQI+ people\, and friends and family. The free event\, including optional camping\, will be held at the Walled Garden\, Minsteracres on 6 August 2022.  \n\nlearn bushcraft skills\nrelax in the tranquil gardens\nmake new friends\npick up some new gardening skills\noption to camp on Saturday evening\n\nPhysical accessibility\nThere is a concrete path around part of the walled garden and a gravel path around the other part. There is an accessible toilet. Please contact Scarlet scarlet@northpenninesaonb.org.uk if you have any questions around your access needs. \nFood\nWe will cook some food from the garden on the fire. Please bring any other food you would like to eat or share. Tea and coffee will be available throughout the day. \nCamping\nIf you would like to camp and need to borrow a tent\, sleeping bag or mat please let us know when booking. \nPublic transport pick ups\nPick up from Riding Mill station at 10.30 (9.57 train from Newcastle arrived 10.30).\nPick up from Consett bus station at 10.10 for people arriving on bus (X5 9.22 from Durham) \nAbout the Walled Garden\nThe Walled Garden is a luscious large walled garden in the grounds of Minsteracres Retreat Centre\, full of many plants\, a living room in a polytunnel and many other corners to discover. It is within Minsteracres Retreat Centre which is near Slaley Hall. Postcode is DH8 9RT \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nAbout us\nScarlet Hall is a genderqueer person who is working at the North Pennines AONB Partnership to support collective learning around how to make the organisation\, our work and the wider North Pennines more welcoming and accessible to a greater diversity of people. \nTraxion Bull is a wilderness artist and bushcrafter. Traxion spends time creating works of art using natural materials and going on adventures. \nLya Vollering is a gardener and an artist interested in how we link social justice with environmental justice. Lya lives in the walled garden and loves to welcome people to share the space. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/lgbtqi-community-day/ LOCATION:Minsteracres Walled Garden\, DH8 9RT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Polytunnel-0403-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220810T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220810T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220511T134622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T135636Z UID:10000113-1660127400-1660134600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Flowers and bees DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at this Wild Wednesday event. \nSummer is the best time to go on a bee and wildflower spotting walk\, which is exactly what we’ll be doing. There’ll also be flower and bee crafts to take home. \n£6 – one child\, £10 – two children\, £13 – three children \nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors inee warm\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-flowers-and-bees/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Bee-e1647534606545.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220810T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220810T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220630T141028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T120749Z UID:10000290-1660134600-1660145400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family picnic and play day - Melmerby DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to join the Fellfoot Forward team at our picnic and play sessions for child-led fun in the summer holidays. Bring a picnic blanket\, some lunch\, and come and enjoy the afternoon with us. \nStomping Ground CIC will be hosting a wide range of activities including hapazome leaf printing\, mini raft building\, tool crafts\, bug hunting\, and more. \nTake a musical journey with Geoff and Jilly from BlueJam creating sounds using stone\, water\, wood\, metal\, drums\, and orchestral instruments. \nThese events are run on a drop-in basis and families can stay for as little or as long as they like. Every child is entitled to a free packed lunch\, if pre-booked here (please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking). Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nThere will be a free return minibus available from Brampton to Melmerby. Please book a place on the bus here. \nThese events are made possible with funding from Brampton Area Action Group and the People’s Postcode Lottery. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-picnic-play-day-melmerby/ LOCATION:Melmerby village green\, Melmerby\, Cumbria\, CA10 1HB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Children-with-hoop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220811T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220811T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220630T142328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T120543Z UID:10000292-1660221000-1660231800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family picnic and play day - Lazonby DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to join the Fellfoot Forward team at our picnic and play sessions for child-led fun in the summer holidays. Bring a picnic blanket\, some lunch\, and come and enjoy the afternoon with us. \nStomping Ground CIC will be hosting a wide range of activities including hapazome leaf printing\, mini raft building\, tool crafts\, bug hunting\, and more. \nTake a musical journey with Geoff and Jilly from BlueJam creating sounds using stone\, water\, wood\, metal\, drums\, and orchestral instruments. \nThese events are run on a drop-in basis and families can stay for as little or as long as they like. Every child is entitled to a free packed lunch\, if pre-booked here (please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking). Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nThese events are made possible with funding from Brampton Area Action Group and the People’s Postcode Lottery. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-picnic-play-day-lazonby/ LOCATION:Lazonby community park CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Children-with-hoop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220817T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220817T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220511T135347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T135848Z UID:10000114-1660732200-1660739400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Foraging and fire DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at this Wild Wednesday event. \nEver wondered how cavemen would eat? Come along to Bowlees to follow our animal tracks trail\, identify some of the edible plants we have\, and do some campfire cooking. \n£6 – one child\, £10 – two children\, £13 – three children \nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors in warmfire\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-foraging-and-fire/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF 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:20220817T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220817T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220630T142953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T141129Z UID:10000295-1660739400-1660750200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family picnic and play day - Ainstable DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to join the Fellfoot Forward team at our picnic and play sessions\, hosted by Stomping Ground CIC\, for child-led fun in the summer holidays. There will be a wide range of activities including hapazome leaf printing\, mini raft building\, tool crafts\, bug hunting\, and more. Bring a picnic blanket\, some lunch\, and come and enjoy the afternoon with us. \nThese events are run on a drop-in basis and families can stay for as little or as long as they like. Every child is entitled to a free packed lunch\, if pre-booked here (please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking). Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nThese events are made possible with funding from Brampton Area Action Group and the People’s Postcode Lottery. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-picnic-play-day-ainstable/ LOCATION:Ainstable millenium green CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Children-with-hoop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220818T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220818T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220630T143345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T165421Z UID:10000297-1660825800-1660836600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Family picnic and play day - Cumwhitton DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to join the Fellfoot Forward team at our picnic and play sessions\, hosted by Stomping Ground CIC\, for child-led fun in the summer holidays. There will be a wide range of activities including hapazome leaf printing\, mini raft building\, tool crafts\, bug hunting\, and more. Bring a picnic blanket\, some lunch\, and come and enjoy the afternoon with us. \nThese events are run on a drop-in basis and families can stay for as little or as long as they like. Every child is entitled to a free packed lunch if pre-booked here (please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking). Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nThere will be a free return minibus available from Brampton to Cumwhitton. Book a place on the bus here. \nThese events are made possible with funding from Brampton Area Action Group and the People’s Postcode Lottery. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-picnic-play-day-cumwhitton/ LOCATION:Cumwhitton\, Cumwhitton\, CA8 9EY\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Children-with-hoop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220818T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220818T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220810T123036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T131358Z UID:10000306-1660831200-1660842000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Geophysics workshop at Long Meg and her daughters stone circle DESCRIPTION:The Fellfoot Forward scheme and DigVentures are seeing underground\, using geophysics to find what secrets lie at the heart of Long Meg and her daughters stone circle. \nWe’re inviting young people aged 12+ who live or study in Carlisle and Eden District in Cumbria to join archaeologists for a unique day out\, where you’ll learn to detect buried remains inside one of the country’s most iconic stone circles. \nOn this half-day course\, you’ll learn the basics of geophysics\, put your skills into practice\, contribute to real research\, and carry out your own survey in an attempt to solve an all-time question: is something buried at the centre of Long Meg? \nSuitable for all levels and no previous experience required. Limited places\, book here. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fff-geophysics-long-meg/ LOCATION:Long Meg stone circle\, Langwathby\, Cumbria\, CA10 1NN CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Long-Meg-Daughters6_VK180524.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220820T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220820T223000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220719T091842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T091842Z UID:10000300-1661023800-1661034600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Sights and sounds of the night DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday 20 August\, 7.30-10.30pm at Bowlees Visitor Centre to experience the sights and sounds of the night. We will begin with a short walk to set up moth traps and then\, equipped with detectors\, stroll around looking and listening for bats. Later we will return to the traps to see what we have attracted.\nGrade: Easy Walking\, but it will be dark. Bring a torch\, warm clothing and insect repellent. \nThis event is 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 AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority. \nPlaces are limited and booking is essential. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/sights-and-sounds-of-the-night/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IMG_5083.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220824T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220824T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220511T135926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T075133Z UID:10000282-1661337000-1661344200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Dens and habitats DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at this Wild Wednesday event. \nWhat animals are there at Bowlees and where do they all live? Join us to find out about different habitats and make homes for both animals and humans. \n£6 – one child\, £10 – two children\, £13 – three children \nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors inn warm\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-dens-and-habitats/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Bowlees-children-dens-habitats-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220831T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220831T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220511T135356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T140359Z UID:10000281-1661941800-1661949000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday: Moths and butterflies DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at this Wild Wednesday event. \nEver wanted to learn more about moths and butterflies? Come along to find out how a moth trap works and try to identify what species we have caught before they’re released. There’ll be moth themed activities and crafts too. \n£6 – one child\, £10 – two children\, £13 – three children \nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors in warm\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-moths-and-butterflies/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/flounced-chestnut.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220901T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221012T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220902T085519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T142323Z UID:10000338-1662026400-1665594000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Exhibition: The Great Outdoors DESCRIPTION:The Great Outdoors by Tonya Mitchell \nBowlees Visitor Centre Gallery \n1 September – 12 October 2022 \nAn exhibition of traditional oil painted landscapes with a contemporary twist will be on show at the Bowlees Visitor Centre Gallery during September. \nArtist Tonya Mitchell’s solo exhibition ‘The Great Outdoors’ is a collection of landscapes painted in traditional oil paint on canvas. Tonya’s work is a mix of realism and romanticism\, and while there is a traditional feel to her landscapes there is also a distinct contemporary influence. Alongside the paintings there will be information about their geological and historical context\, reflecting Tonya’s research into the traditions\, folk songs\, history\, and geography connected to each of the places she paints. \nDescribing her art practice\, Tonya said: “I work in oil because I love all it offers\, but\, as I started painting as a way of dealing with emotional pain\, the slow process of an oil painting proved very therapeutic. The hours of work and days of drying time may not be visible to the beholder\, but it gives me as an artist time to live with the painting that can typically be four to six months in the making. What many people do not realise is that oil paint is very environmentally friendly\, using only natural oils such as linseed and turpentine there is no plutonium in either the paint or the mixers just natural products.” \nBowlees Visitor Centre is run by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and is the perfect place to start exploring the walks\, waterfalls and wildlife in the local area\, or to inspire a trip further afield in the AONB. The Centre offers visitor information\, refreshments at the Falls Café\, and a gallery space\, plus places to explore\, picnic and play in the grounds. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/exhibition-the-great-outdoors/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Summerhill-Force-by-Tonya-Mitchell.webp ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220907T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220907T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220822T104227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T112055Z UID:10000327-1662555600-1662568200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Funding for Fellfoot Forward community projects DESCRIPTION:Drop-in for a tea/coffee and discuss whether your community project may be eligible for funding through the North Pennines AONB Partnership’s Fellfoot Forward Community Grants. \nWednesday 7 September\, 1 – 4.30pm at Hallbankgate Hub \nGrants from £500 up to £10\,000 are available for projects small and large that could help your community to be more wildlife friendly; better connected to the natural environment; or celebrate the cultural heritage of this beautiful part of Cumbria. We can help you develop the project and support you to make it happen. \nNo booking necessary. For more information or to discuss your project\, contact David Coverdale\, Community Engagement Officer for the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, by email or call 07976 523 804 (please note David’s normal working days are Wednesday and Thursday). URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/funding-community-projects/ LOCATION:Hallbankgate\, Hallbankgate\, CA8 2NJ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/FFCG002-Gamblesby-Planters-2-e1661166027397.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220915T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220915T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220822T110301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T111933Z UID:10000329-1663236000-1663243200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Funding for Fellfoot Forward community projects DESCRIPTION:Drop-in for a tea/coffee and discuss whether your community project may be eligible for funding through the North Pennines AONB Partnership’s Fellfoot Forward Community Grants. \nThursday 15 September\, 10am – 12pm at Hallbankgate Hub \nGrants from £500 up to £10\,000 are available for projects small and large that could help your community to be more wildlife friendly; better connected to the natural environment; or celebrate the cultural heritage of this beautiful part of Cumbria. We can help you develop the project and support you to make it happen. \nNo booking necessary. For more information or to discuss your project\, contact David Coverdale\, Community Engagement Officer for the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, by email or call 07976 523 804 (please note David’s normal working days are Wednesday and Thursday). URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/community-projects-funding/ LOCATION:Hallbankgate\, Hallbankgate\, CA8 2NJ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/FFCG002-Gamblesby-Planters-2-e1661166027397.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220915T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220915T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220825T151516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T152113Z UID:10000334-1663248600-1663254000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Funding for Fellfoot Forward community projects DESCRIPTION:Drop-in for a tea/coffee and discuss whether your community project may be eligible for funding through the North Pennines AONB Partnership’s Fellfoot Forward Community Grants. \nThursday 15 September\, 1.30pm – 3pm at Hallbankgate Hub \nGrants from £500 up to £10\,000 are available for projects small and large that could help your community to be more wildlife friendly; better connected to the natural environment; or celebrate the cultural heritage of this beautiful part of Cumbria. We can help you develop the project and support you to make it happen. \nNo booking necessary. For more information or to discuss your project\, contact David Coverdale\, Community Engagement Officer for the North Pennines AONB Partnership\, by email or call 07976 523 804 (please note David’s normal working days are Wednesday and Thursday). URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/projects-community-funding/ LOCATION:Old village bakery\, Melmerby ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/FFCG002-Gamblesby-Planters-2-e1661166027397.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220922T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220922T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220408T151529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T064647Z UID:10000257-1663840800-1663848000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Bowlees Explorers - outdoor fun for pre-schoolers September DESCRIPTION:Outdoor sessions for children age 0-4 and their carers with nature-themed activities. This event runs on one Thursday each month from April to October\, excluding school holidays. See below for all dates. \nCost is £1 per child. Adults are free\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. \nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors\, whatever the weather. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/bowlees-explorers-sept-2022/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Bowlees-children-river-dipping-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220924T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220924T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220509T123833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T124142Z UID:10000104-1664015400-1664022600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Discovery Club: Signs of autumn DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday 24 September for a morning of outdoor family-friendly activities at our Discovery Club. \nCome along for a guided walk to see how many signs of Autumn we can spot. Plus\, sow wildflower seeds to take home and grow. \nDiscovery Club is for young adventurers aged between 3 and 11. Cost: Members – £5 annual membership then £1 per child per session. Non-members – £3 per child per session.\nBooking is essential. Come dressed for the outdoors in warm\, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/discovery-club-signs-of-autumn/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Bowlees-kids-autumn-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220925T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220925T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220919T103834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T141454Z UID:10000343-1664101800-1664121600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wildflower plug planting in Teesdale DESCRIPTION:Join us planting locally grown wildflowers into the edges of Teesdale meadows\, helping to enhance biodiversity and species richness. All equipment and training will be provided. Precise location and directions will be given on confirmation of booking. \nFor more information  please email: simona@northpenninesaonb.org.uk \nSign up using the volunteer platform. \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 AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wildflower-plug-planting-in-teesdale/2022-09-25/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Planting-resized.jpeg.png ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220928T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220928T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220919T103834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T141454Z UID:10000344-1664361000-1664380800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wildflower plug planting in Teesdale DESCRIPTION:Join us planting locally grown wildflowers into the edges of Teesdale meadows\, helping to enhance biodiversity and species richness. All equipment and training will be provided. Precise location and directions will be given on confirmation of booking. \nFor more information  please email: simona@northpenninesaonb.org.uk \nSign up using the volunteer platform. \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 AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wildflower-plug-planting-in-teesdale/2022-09-28/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Planting-resized.jpeg.png ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221001T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221001T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220825T104140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T130841Z UID:10000331-1664620200-1664629200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Beginners Fungi ID workshop DESCRIPTION:Discover more about fungi with the North Pennines AONB Partnership’s Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme. \nSee the fantastic fungi growing at Talkin Tarn\, and learn how to identify and record them\, with Stuart Colgate from Cumbria Biodiversity Data Centre. There will be a classroom workshop session about fungi structure and ecology before an exploratory walk around the woods to see what fungi we can find. \nRefreshments will be provided but places are limited so booking is essential. Click here to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/beginners-fungi-id-workshop/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/tarn-fungi.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221002T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221002T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220831T132017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T144455Z UID:10000335-1664706600-1664713800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Crossing thresholds - Cyanotype environmental snapshot workshop DESCRIPTION:A creative outdoor image gathering workshop\, using light sensitive paper to capture a group ‘snapshot’ of the environment around Tindale Tarn\, led by artist and researcher\, Dominic Smith\, as part of the Fellfoot Forward arts commission\, Crossing Thresholds. \nThe session will involve learning about cyanotypes and how the process works\, followed by exploration of the landscape\, using the technique to create prints using found environmental material.  The group will discuss changing natural environments\, nature reclaiming former industrial sites\, and reflect upon change and how we notice it. \nSuitable for all ages\, under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Spaces are limited so booking essential. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/cyanotype-workshop/ LOCATION:RSPB Geltsdale\, RSPB Geltsdale\, Stagsike Cottages\, Brampton CA8 2PN\, CA8 2PN\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Geltsdale-Workshop-DS-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221005T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221005T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220919T100128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T152743Z UID:10000339-1664964000-1664982000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Seed sowing workshop - Stanhope DESCRIPTION:During this workshop you will help us to sort\, prepare and sow wildflower seeds which were collected in the Tees-Swale programme area earlier this year by volunteers. All equipment and training will be provided on the day. \nThe plants will be used to restore meadows\, delivering action for nature recovery\, and supporting the principle of bigger\, better and joined up habitats. \nFor more information or to book a place\, please email: simona@northpenninesaonb.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 AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/seed-sowing-workshop-stanhope/ LOCATION:St. Thomas Church Hall\, 40 Front Street\, Stanhope\, Bishop Auckland\, DL13 2UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Ruth-Seed-Sorting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221008T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221008T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T054911 CREATED:20220919T103834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T141454Z UID:10000345-1665225000-1665244800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wildflower plug planting in Teesdale DESCRIPTION:Join us planting locally grown wildflowers into the edges of Teesdale meadows\, helping to enhance biodiversity and species richness. All equipment and training will be provided. Precise location and directions will be given on confirmation of booking. \nFor more information  please email: simona@northpenninesaonb.org.uk \nSign up using the volunteer platform. \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 AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wildflower-plug-planting-in-teesdale/2022-10-08/ LOCATION:Teesdale CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Planting-resized.jpeg.png ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR