BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//North Pennines National Landscape - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:North Pennines National Landscape X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://northpennines.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for North Pennines National Landscape REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250429T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250429T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250331T102923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T163922Z UID:10001323-1745920800-1745942400@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. This is a chance to develop and/or practice your skills related to recording historic features\, including photogrammetry and condition assessment. You’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:\nTuesday 29 April – Blanchland village hall\nTuesday 13 May – location tbc\nTuesday 10 June – location tbc\nTuesday 29 July – location tbc\nThursday 11 September – location tbc\nTuesday 30 September – location tbc\nTuesday 21 October – location tbc\nTuesday 25 November – location tbc\nTuesday 9 December – location tbc \nEach day is from 10am to 4pm. The first day is at Blanchland Village Hall\, Clap Shaw\, Consett\, DH8 9UA https://maps.app.goo.gl/8ELRdY9w3xgM96ib9\nThere is no designated parking\, but drop-off is available near the door. The venue is wheelchair accessible and has an accessible toilet. \nAll other locations are to be confirmed. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-working-day/ LOCATION:Blanchland Village Hall\, Clap Shaw\, Consett\, DH8 9UA CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Picture1a.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250513T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250213T115608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T115648Z UID:10001282-1747126800-1747137600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThere are three opportunities to volunteer at a location near Mickleton\, 26 March\, 13 May and 4 June\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-6/2025-05-13/ LOCATION:Mickleton CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Adder-2024_0729_09215600.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250513T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250513T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250403T153106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T093534Z UID:10001377-1747130400-1747152000@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. This is a chance to use your skills related to recording historic features\, including photogrammetry and condition assessment. You should have attended either the two-day photogrammetry training in 2023\, the intro to photogrammetry session in 2025\, or the one-day condition assessment training in 2024. \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 weathers. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. You are welcome to bring equipment with you\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates:\nTuesday 13 May – Carrshield\nTuesday 10 June – location tbc\nTuesday 29 July – location tbc\nThursday 11 September – location tbc\nTuesday 30 September – location tbc\nTuesday 21 October – location tbc\nTuesday 25 November – location tbc\nTuesday 9 December – location tbc \nAll other locations are to be confirmed. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-onsite-day/ CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Picture2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250514T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250514T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250213T141228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T110605Z UID:10001288-1747213200-1747224000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThere are three opportunities to volunteer at a location near Acton Fell\, 25 March\, 29 April and  and 14 May\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-7/2025-05-14/ LOCATION:Acton Fell\, Northumberland CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024_0627_22440700-e1723481510131.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250514T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250514T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250402T110446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T110841Z UID:10001326-1747213200-1747224000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThere are three opportunities to volunteer at a location near Acton Fell\, 25 March\, 29 April and 14 May\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-7-copy/2025-05-14/ LOCATION:Acton Fell\, Northumberland CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024_0627_22440700-e1723481510131.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250515T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250515T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250306T113433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T153853Z UID:10001296-1747301400-1747324800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:BeeWalk training with the Bumblebee Conservation Trust - Teesdale pollinator surveying DESCRIPTION:We are looking for adult volunteers to undertake BeeWalks in the area and we’re offering a free one-day training course\, for both beginners and those with experience\, to learn about the identification of all 24 British bumblebees. \nThe course takes place on 15 May from 9.30am to 4pm\, at Bowlees Visitor Centre in the morning and along the Pennine Way in the afternoon.  The walks and training follow the Bumblebee Conservation Trust’s (BCT) survey methodology and training will include information on the national BeeWalk scheme. \nEach BeeWalk would be approximately 1 to 2 km long\, encompassing a variety of habitats including a selection of upland hay meadows\, woodland\, or roadside verges.  The BeeWalks take place from May to September\, bi-weekly\, and can be carried out individually or paired with another volunteer. The aim is to monitor a selection of meadows pre- and post-restoration to see the impacts upon pollinator abundance\, whilst also adding vital data to a countrywide programme run by the BCT. The BeeWalks will be coordinated by a member of the Tees-Swale Farming and Nature Team. \nPlease contact Willaim for more information: william@northpennines.org.uk.\nPlease sign up using our Better Impact volunteer system  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/beewalk-training-with-the-bumblebee-conservation-trust-teesdale-pollinator-surveying-copy/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Red-tailed-bumblebee-on-devils-bit-scabious-Ruth-Starr-Keddle-NPAP.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250527T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250527T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250123T154633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T152854Z UID:10001246-1748336400-1748347200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThere are three opportunities to volunteer at a location near Rookhope\, 2 and 22 April\, and 27 May\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-4/2025-05-27/ LOCATION:Rookhope CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IMG_2290-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250528T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250528T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250123T155456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T152622Z UID:10001253-1748422800-1748433600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThree opportunities to volunteer at a location near Frosterley\, 8 and 23 April\, and 28 May\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-5/2025-05-28/ LOCATION:Frosterley CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Adder-2-2024_0704_23414200.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250531T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250531T143000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250404T104028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T142224Z UID:10001272-1748687400-1748701800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - NatureFest special DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Saturday stroll for North Pennines NatureFest celebrating the unique flora of the area. \nLocal artist Carole McCourt will lead a guided walk from Westgate\, Weardale\, 31 May\, 10.30am to 2.30pm\, to explore the delicate balance between geology and botany\, where plants have adapted to survive in challenging conditions. \nThe event begins with a short presentation\, followed by an easy walk learning about a variety of wildflowers\, grasses\, and lichens\, including rare lead-tolerant plants known as metallophytes. See species like Spring Sandwort (leadwort)\, Pyrenean Scurvy Grass\, Alpine Pennycress\, and Wild Mountain Pansies\, which thrive here in abundance during May to July. \nAfter the walk\, return for lunch and a creative workshop\, using art materials (provided) to capture the beauty of the landscape and its plants. \nPlease wear suitable footwear and appropriate clothing for the weather\, and bring a packed lunch and drinks. The event is suitable for families with children over the age of seven. Dogs on short leads are welcome. \nSuggested donation £3 per adult\, £2 per child. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nIf you have any accessibility requirements that would improve your experience of this event please email rebecca@northpennines.org.uk. \nPlease book using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n    \n  \nThis event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 8 June 2025. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest25 \nImage credit: Carole McCourt URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stroll-naturefest/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk,Historic environment event,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/botanical-walk_credit-Carole-McCourt.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250531T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250601T140000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250404T101509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T075038Z UID:10001295-1748692800-1748786400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nature camp weekend DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a family-friendly weekend of nature themed activities at Low Way Farm in Holwick\, Teesdale\, Saturday 31 May from 12 noon to Sunday 1 June 2pm. \nActivities will be running throughout the day and into the evening\, but you can take it at your own pace. There are options to bring your own kit and camp\, or stay in the bunkhouse. An evening meal and breakfast are provided within the ticket price. \nThe event is suitable for children 5+. All children must be supervised by a responsible adult. Due to the nature of the weekend it is not dog friendly. \nActivities on offer: \n\nRiver dipping\nWoodland walk\nBat detectors and moth trapping\nWandering through the wildflower meadows\nArts and crafts\nImmersive morning bird song walk with sound recording artist\nNature cinema\nMeet the farmer\nCommunal campfire\n\nFurther details of the above activities will be sent to attendees closer to the time. \nTickets \n\nAdmission – Adult £30 / Child £25.\nAccommodation – Camping is free\, bunk barn per person is £5.\n\nThere is camping kit available to borrow if needed (tents\, sleeping bags\, liners and mats)\, simply let us know when you are booking if you require this. \nWe would like everyone to be able to attend Nature Camp. Please 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. \nPlease get in touch with molly@northpennines.org.uk to find out more about access for all tickets. \nWe will be running a free minibus from Barnard Castle to Nature Camp (and returning on the Sunday) for those families that don’t have access to a car. Please contact Molly for more details. \nChildren by Low Way river \nFamily walking through the meadow \nChildren showing their art work \n  \n  \n  \n  \nInterior of a room in the bunk barn at Low Way \nLow Way Farm and meadow \nToasting marshmallows on a campfire \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPlease use the link to book admission and accommodation tickets. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nThis event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 8 June 2025. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk  #NorthPenninesNatureFest25 \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nature-camp-weekend/ LOCATION:Low Way Farm\, Holwick\, DL12 0NJ CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/low-way-farm-river-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250602T172700 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250602T172700 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250602T162740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T162741Z UID:10001404-1748885220-1748885220@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThere are three opportunities to volunteer at a location near Rookhope\, 8 July\, 6 August\, 3 September\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-4-2-2/2025-06-02/ LOCATION:Rookhope CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IMG_2290-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250604T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250604T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250213T115608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T115648Z UID:10001283-1749027600-1749038400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThere are three opportunities to volunteer at a location near Mickleton\, 26 March\, 13 May and 4 June\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-6/2025-06-04/ LOCATION:Mickleton CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Adder-2024_0729_09215600.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250604T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250604T150000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250404T100012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T104444Z UID:10001267-1749033000-1749049200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nature walk: High Helbeck DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family friendly 5km circular guided nature walk\, Wednesday 4 June\, 10.30am to 3pm\, around the High Helbeck estate that has recently undergone extensive nature recovery work. \nThe walk will take in waterfalls\, wading birds and black grouse in an ever-changing mosaic of habitats being managed sustainably. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing suitable for the weather. Bring a packed lunch and drinks. The walk is not suitable for dogs. \nSuggested donation £3 for adults\, £2 for children. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \nThis event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 8 June 2025. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest25 \n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nature-walk-high-helbeck/ LOCATION:High Helbeck\, CA17 4DZ CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FiPL-High-Helbeck-Trail-5.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250607T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250607T133000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250404T103011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T105448Z UID:10001268-1749292200-1749303000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Teesdale flora - a guided walk DESCRIPTION:Local botanist Lizzie Maddison will lead a walk on Widdybank Fell in Upper Teesdale on 7 June\, 10.30am to 1.30pm. See the rare arctic-alpine flowers and plants unique to the area. \nThis free event is being organised by the Weardale Wildlife Group. Lizzie will share her knowledge about the unique combination of arctic-alpine species with others from southern Europe which make Teesdale special. \nThe walk is suitable for adults and older children. Please wear footwear and clothing suitable for the weather. No dogs allowed. \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \nThis event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 8 June 2025. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest25 \nImage: Martin Rogers URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/teesdale-flora-a-guided-walk/ LOCATION:Cow Green Reservoir CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Spring-gentian-April-2021-MR-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250404T101654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T103915Z UID:10001311-1749391200-1749398400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Responsible wildlife photography workshop - NatureFest DESCRIPTION:As part of this year’s Naturefest we are running a workshop promoting responsible wildlife photography on Sunday 8 June\, 2pm to 4pm\, at Harehope Quarry\, Frosterley. \nWildlife  photographer and ecologist Craig Strawbridge will be leading the session. Join us for the afternoon\, starting with an indoor discussion of approach and ethics\, equipment and techniques\, and then a walk around the site to explore the topics covered. \nDue to the nature of the workshop it isn’t suitable for dogs. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. \nPlease book using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n  \nThis event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 8 June 2025. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest25 URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/responsible-wildlife-photography-workshop-naturefest/ LOCATION:Harehope Quarry\, DL13 2SG CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Samuel-Betts-Hamsterley-Adder-2024-scaled-e1742474550622.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T163000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250318T111817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T111817Z UID:10001308-1749548700-1749573000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Botanical training opportunities - wildflower\, grasses and surveying DESCRIPTION:We are looking for volunteers to help with botanical surveys on a selection of upland hay meadows that have been restored through seed addition between the third week of June until late July. Groups of 2/3 volunteers will undertake 15 quadrats (1m x 1m square) per meadow. One meadow with 15 quadrats may take between 1-2 days. \nThere are 3 days of free training for beginner’s\, and also botanists wishing to refresh their skills. We require a minimum involvement of 1 full day of helping to survey a meadow following the training. \nBeginners should attend all three days\, if possible. More experienced botanists can choose which days to attend based on their previous experience. Volunteers need to sign-up to each of these 3 training days separately: \nDay 1: Wildflower Identification training\, Tuesday 10 June.\nDay 2: Grasses and sedges Identification training\, Tuesday 17 June.\nDay 3: Botanical surveys using quadrats training\, Tuesday 24 June. \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe morning will be spent at Bowlees Visitor Centre. In the afternoon there will be a botany walk along The Pennine Way. The training will be undertaken by Ruth Starr-Keddle\, if you have any queries\, please email: ruth@northpennines.org.uk. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/botanical-training-opportunities-wildflower-grasses-and-surveying/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Volunteer-wildflower-training-6th-June-2024-c-RSK-16-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250522T115725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T120905Z UID:10001396-1749549600-1749571200@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. This is a chance to use your skills related to recording historic features\, including photogrammetry and condition assessment. You’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 weathers. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. You are welcome to bring equipment with you\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates:\nTuesday 10 June – Augill\nTuesday 29 July – location tbc\nThursday 11 September – location tbc\nTuesday 30 September – location tbc\nTuesday 21 October – location tbc\nTuesday 25 November – location tbc\nTuesday 9 December – location tbc \nAll other locations are to be confirmed. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-onsite-day-june/ LOCATION:Augill\, Augill pasture nature reserve\, Kirkby Stephen\, Cumbria\, CA17 4DX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG-20230531-WA0003-e1732036523155.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T163000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250318T112044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T112044Z UID:10001309-1750153500-1750177800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Botanical training opportunities - wildflower\, grasses and surveying DESCRIPTION:We are looking for volunteers to help with botanical surveys on a selection of upland hay meadows that have been restored through seed addition between the third week of June until late July. Groups of 2/3 volunteers will undertake 15 quadrats (1m x 1m square) per meadow. One meadow with 15 quadrats may take between 1-2 days. \nThere are 3 days of free training for beginner’s\, and also botanists wishing to refresh their skills. We require a minimum involvement of 1 full day of helping to survey a meadow following the training. \nBeginners should attend all three days\, if possible. More experienced botanists can choose which days to attend based on their previous experience. Volunteers need to sign-up to each of these 3 training days separately: \nDay 1: Wildflower Identification training\, Tuesday 10 June.\nDay 2: Grasses and sedges Identification training\, Tuesday 17 June.\nDay 3: Botanical surveys using quadrats training\, Tuesday 24 June. \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe morning will be spent at Bowlees Visitor Centre. In the afternoon there will be a botany walk along The Pennine Way. The training will be undertaken by Ruth Starr-Keddle\, if you have any queries\, please email: ruth@northpennines.org.uk. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/botanical-training-opportunities-wildflower-grasses-and-surveying-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Volunteer-wildflower-training-6th-June-2024-c-RSK-16-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250624T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250624T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250318T112434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T112612Z UID:10001310-1750758300-1750780800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Botanical training opportunities - wildflower\, grasses and surveying DESCRIPTION:We are looking for volunteers to help with botanical surveys on a selection of upland hay meadows that have been restored through seed addition between the third week of June until late July. Groups of 2/3 volunteers will undertake 15 quadrats (1m x 1m square) per meadow. One meadow with 15 quadrats may take between 1-2 days. \nThere are 3 days of free training for beginner’s\, and also botanists wishing to refresh their skills. We require a minimum involvement of 1 full day of helping to survey a meadow following the training. \nBeginners should attend all three days\, if possible. More experienced botanists can choose which days to attend based on their previous experience. Volunteers need to sign-up to each of these 3 training days separately: \nDay 1: Wildflower Identification training\, Tuesday 10 June.\nDay 2: Grasses and sedges Identification training\, Tuesday 17 June.\nDay 3: Botanical surveys using quadrats training\, Tuesday 24 June. \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe morning will be spent at Bowlees Visitor Centre. In the afternoon there will be a botany walk along The Pennine Way. The training will be undertaken by Ruth Starr-Keddle\, if you have any queries\, please email: ruth@northpennines.org.uk. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/botanical-training-opportunities-wildflower-grasses-and-surveying-3/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Volunteer-wildflower-training-6th-June-2024-c-RSK-16-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250628T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250628T143000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250124T120538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T094314Z UID:10001254-1751106600-1751121000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - a guided walk DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month\, from 10.30am to approximately 1pm. You are welcome to join us after the walk for free refreshments finishing by 2.30pm. \nThis walk\, on 28 June\, will start in Garrigill\, Cumbria. The route takes us to Ashgill Force and along the way we’ll look at some fascinating geology and mining heritage which have helped to shape this beautiful area. \nAll ages are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to walk or be carried as the paths may not be suitable for pushchairs). Well behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome. The walks will be approximately 3 miles in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nThe final details of the walk are subject to change\, please check back closer to the event for final details. There are likely to be a couple of stiles to climb over on this walk. \nOptional donation – suggested amount £3. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturday-stroll-a-guided-walk-2/ LOCATION:Garrigill\, CA9 3DS CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Historic environment event,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/circular-walk-sign-waymarker-moss-gatepost-Bowlees.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250703T192043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T102444Z UID:10001863-1751529600-1751562000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:A Trail of Inspiration: The Pennine Way at 60 DESCRIPTION:A travelling exhibition celebrating 60 years of the Pennine Way is making another stop on its journey along the iconic National Trail\, arriving in the North Pennines National Landscape for a two-month residency. \n‘A Trail of Inspiration: the Pennine Way at 60’ features work from artists\, musicians\, videographers\, writers and poets\, all inspired by journeys and experiences along this beloved 268-mile walking route. \nThe exhibition will be on show at the North Pennines National Landscape’s Bowlees Visitor Centre\, in Upper Teesdale from 3 July to 31 August. \nEach of the artists has created their own response to their experiences of walking and enjoying the trail. From talking backpacks and music\, to paintings and weavings\, the exhibition is as rich and varied as a day spent walking along the Pennine Way. As well as the creative work\, there is a canvas which gathers 300 images sent in by members of the public to share and celebrate the Pennine Way. \nPlease note that the exhibition space at Bowlees is accessed via stairs. \n  \nSally Zaranko with her artwork: Walking Weaving and Lines and Lino: tracing the trail URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/a-trail-of-inspiration-the-pennine-way-at-60/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Art,Bowlees Visitor Centre events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_9957-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250711T102844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T102845Z UID:10001434-1751536800-1756659600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:A Trail of Inspiration: The Pennine Way at 60 DESCRIPTION:A travelling exhibition celebrating 60 years of the Pennine Way is making another stop on its journey along the iconic National Trail\, arriving in the North Pennines National Landscape for a two-month residency. \n‘A Trail of Inspiration: the Pennine Way at 60’ features work from artists\, musicians\, videographers\, writers and poets\, all inspired by journeys and experiences along this beloved 268-mile walking route. \nThe exhibition will be on show at the North Pennines National Landscape’s Bowlees Visitor Centre\, in Upper Teesdale from 3 July to 31 August. \nEach of the artists has created their own response to their experiences of walking and enjoying the trail. From talking backpacks and music\, to paintings and weavings\, the exhibition is as rich and varied as a day spent walking along the Pennine Way. As well as the creative work\, there is a canvas which gathers 300 images sent in by members of the public to share and celebrate the Pennine Way. \nPlease note that the exhibition space at Bowlees is accessed via stairs. \n  \nSally Zaranko with her artwork: Walking Weaving and Lines and Lino: tracing the trail URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/a-trail-of-inspiration-the-pennine-way-at-60-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Art,Bowlees Visitor Centre events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_9957-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T153000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250411T110230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T130415Z UID:10001384-1751711400-1751729400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:National Meadows Day - family friendly DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Meadows Day at this family friendly event on Saturday 5 July 10.30am to 15.30pm\, at Low Way Farm\, Holwick. Experience Teesdale’s magnificent meadows at their midsummer best\, exploring these special habitats\, their farming history and the wildlife they support. \nJoin in the fun and creative activities for families and adults interested in nature\, farming and cultural heritage. There will be live music\, farmhouse food and drinks including tea and scones on sale\, or you are welcome to bring your own picnic. Workshops and activities are included. \n£5 per person\, including a free scone and hot drink. Children under 13 are free of charge (including a free scone and soft drink). If you don’t want refreshments then there is a suggested donation of £3 per ticket. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nActivities during the day: \n\nGuided wildflower & bumblebee walks through the meadows: Join the North Pennines farming and nature team for a guided walk around an upland hay meadow\, identifying the wildflowers and insects commonly found there\nBotanical ink monoprint workshop with local artists: Create ink prints inspired by the wildflowers and grasses of a meadow with local artist\, Abi Baker\nTraditional scything & meadow restoration demos: Demonstrations of traditional hay cutting using a scythe\, along with demonstrations of current restoration techniques of hay meadows\nMicroscope activity station: Using microscopes\, explore the details and features of wildflower seeds with artist\, Matt Denham\nLive acoustic folk music from Will Finn and Rosie Calvert\nKnitting circle: Join artist\, Laura Harrington for a social knitting session\nArts and photography exhibition: Displays of art produced by local schools\, and an exhibition of meadow plant photography\nUpland hay meadow film: Throughout the day will be regular screenings of the North Pennines National Landscape’s film showcasing our upland hay meadows\nCitizen science pollinator monitoring: Observing plants in the meadows to record what insects are visiting the meadow\nFarm machinery displays\, old and new: from scythes and horse drawn machinery\, to modern day tractors and trailers. See the machinery used to manage meadows across the years\nWalks with farm animals: Perfect for younger visitors\, walk with lambs and goats\nStalls and displays from local history archivists the Fitzhugh Library\, exploring the cultural history of Hay meadows in Teesdale\n\nAll children must be supervised by an adult. Dogs on leads are allowed. Free parking and toilets available on site. The site is not wheelchair accessible. \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/national-meadows-day-family-friendly/ LOCATION:Low Way Farm\, Holwick\, DL12 0NJ CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Open-Farm-Sunday.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250602T162230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T163109Z UID:10001401-1751965200-1751976000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThere are three opportunities to volunteer at a location near Rookhope\, 8 July\, 6 August\, 3 September\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-4-2/2025-07-08/ LOCATION:Rookhope CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IMG_2290-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250712T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250712T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250605T153808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T153740Z UID:10001409-1752325200-1752336000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Holwick landscape walk DESCRIPTION:Join the North Pennines National Landscape team on a leisurely guided walk from Bowlees Visitor Centre to Holwick. This circular route includes farmed land\, wild flower meadows and Holwick Scar. Learn about the local geology and have a closer look at some of the special flowers along the way. The walk will be at a relaxed pace and will take around two hours\, with stops at points of interest. \nThe walk starts at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Teesdale\, on Saturday 12 July\, 1pm and finishing at approximately 4pm. \nAs the event will be taking place outdoors\, please dress for the weather. We recommend walking boots or even wellies as it can be muddy in places. Bowlees Visitor Centre will be open for toilets and refreshments at the start and end of the walk. \nAll ages are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to walk or be carried as the paths are not be suitable for pushchairs). Well behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome. The walk will be approximately 4 km in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nOptional donation – suggested amount £3. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/holwick-landscape-walk/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Nature and wildlife event,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Edge-End-meadows-1st-Julyc-RSK-30-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250602T161537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T161900Z UID:10001398-1752656400-1752667200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThree opportunities to volunteer at a location near Frosterley\, 16 July\, 20 August and 16 September\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-5-copy/2025-07-16/ LOCATION:Frosterley CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Adder-2-2024_0704_23414200.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250726T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250726T143000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250613T121403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T171118Z UID:10001421-1753525800-1753540200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - a guided walk DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED. \nJoin us for a guided walk through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month. \nThe walk starting at Bollihope\, near Stanhope\, on Saturday 26 July will begin at 10.30am and finish at approximately 1pm. You are welcome to join us after the walk for free refreshments finishing by 2.30pm. \nAll ages are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to walk or be carried as the paths may not be suitable for pushchairs). Well behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome. The walks will be approximately 3 miles in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nThe final details of the walk are subject to change\, please check back closer to the event for final details. \nOptional donation – suggested amount £3. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturday-stroll-a-guided-walk-8/ LOCATION:Bollihope CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Historic environment event,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/circular-walk-sign-waymarker-moss-gatepost-Bowlees.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250727T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250528T141254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T141830Z UID:10001397-1753610400-1753632000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Guided walk - From ice to restoration: a peatland journey DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Bog Day on a 14km guided walk across peatlands with breathtaking views of High Cup Nick\, 27 July\, 10am to 4pm. Come along and uncover the historical timeline of the bog. \nJoin us on a journey through time. Travel back 10\,000 years to the end of the Ice Age and the formation of blanket bog. Learn about the use of peat in medieval times. Then arrive in the present day to explore how peatland restoration work is continuing to bring bog habitats back to life. \nThe walk is suitable for ages 15 years and above. It is a moderately strenuous walk with steep inclines. Hiking boots are required\, and a suitable level of fitness to walk for 4 hours. All children must be accompanied by an adult. \nPlease bring plenty of water\, a packed lunch\, and waterproof clothing. Not suitable for dogs. \nSuggested donation £3 per person. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/guidedwalkpeatlandjourney/ LOCATION:Murton Fell car park\, Murton Fell Car Park\, Murton\, Appleby in Westmorland\, CA16 6ND\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/DJI_0240-e1579861792821.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250714T090415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T101846Z UID:10001872-1753783200-1753804800@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. This is a chance to use your skills related to recording historic features\, including photogrammetry and condition assessment. You’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 weathers. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. You are welcome to bring equipment with you\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates:\nTuesday 29 July – Augill\, off the A66 near Brough\nThursday 11 September – location tbc\nTuesday 30 September – location tbc\nTuesday 21 October – location tbc\nTuesday 25 November – location tbc\nTuesday 9 December – location tbc \nAll other locations are to be confirmed. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-onsite-day-july/ CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG-20230531-WA0003-e1732036523155.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T023915 CREATED:20250606T112654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T112900Z UID:10001412-1753866000-1753876800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Adder survey opportunities DESCRIPTION:Would you like to contribute to the conservation of adders in the North Pennines National Landscape?\nWe are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to complete surveys of this iconic reptile\, which is now vulnerable to extinction in England\, as part of our ‘Adders Up’ project. \nThere are three opportunities to volunteer at a location near Mickleton\, 30 July and 19 August\, 9am to 12 noon. \nThe surveys are ideally suited for adults\, under 16’s must be supervised by an adult. Walking distances are short\, but potentially over un-even terrain and on slopes. Please wear sturdy boots\, outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather\, bring snacks and drinks and a fully charged mobile phone. No toilets / amenities are present on the sites. Nearest options will be made known at the start of the session during the H&S briefing.\nPlease contact Henry Barrett for more information. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact. \n  \n     URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/adder-survey-opportunities-9/2025-07-30/ LOCATION:Mickleton CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Adder-2024_0729_09215600.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR