BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//North Pennines National Landscape - ECPv6.16.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://northpennines.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for North Pennines National Landscape REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T153000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142856Z CREATED:20260505T095854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T142856Z UID:10002326-1783765800-1783783800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Metal point drawing workshop DESCRIPTION:Explore the unique qualities of metal point drawing in this Rooted in Lead workshop\, on Saturday 11th July\, 10.30am to 3.30pm at High Forest Community Centre\, Sinderhope. \nThe workshop is suitable for adults of all abilities. No previous drawing experience is needed and  will be led by artist Carole McCourt. You will draw using metals that directly reference the mining history of the North Pennines and the materials once extracted from its hillsides such as lead\, silver and copper. \nThe session begins with an introduction to historical metal point techniques\, learn how metal point works\, why artists have used it for centuries\, and what makes it so distinctive. \nYou will then create your own detailed botanical drawings inspired by the rare metalliferous plants that grow on former lead mining sites and explore the fine lines\, subtle tonal shifts and luminous qualities that metal point can produce. \nAll materials and refreshments provided. \nPlease book your place using the link to TicketSource URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/metal-point-drawing-workshop/ LOCATION:High Forest Community Centre\, Sinderhope\, NE47 9SJ CATEGORIES:Art,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Spring-Sandwort2-e1777975333827.png ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T140000 DTSTAMP:20260630T123843Z CREATED:20260630T105314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T123843Z UID:10002380-1784023200-1784037600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Oral history and podcast training opportunities: drop-in sessions DESCRIPTION:We are looking for curious people with an interest in local history\, storytelling\, or simply trying something new to assist in making podcasts\, helping to capture the research and oral histories carried out by the Land of Lead and Silver Project. \nCome along to the drop-in sessions every Tuesday at Westgate Village Hall\, between 10am and 2pm\, starting on 7 July to 4 August. Stay for as long as you can and when you can. \nNo prior podcasting or audio experience is necessary\, suitable for 18+. We will cover how you can get involved and work with sound artist Ben Freeth. \nThere may also be an occasion when we venture further to capture more\, but notice will be given two weeks ahead of this. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills in audio production\, meet like-minded people\, gain hands-on creative experience\, and play a key role in preserving and sharing local heritage. \nAccessibility – Westgate Village Hall is accessed via steps. Please contact us if you have any accessibility requirements. \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/oral-history-and-podcast-training-opportunities-drop-in-sessions/2026-07-14/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/oral-history-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T200000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151908Z CREATED:20260216T125834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151908Z UID:10002201-1784138400-1784145600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Westgate Village history evenings DESCRIPTION:As part of the village histories project\, we’ll be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of Westgate and its surrounding area. There are sessions every month on a Wednesday\, 6pm to 8pm\, starting 25 February in the village hall at Westgate. \nThis exciting project aims to bring together local knowledge\, memories\, and research to create a lasting record for future generations\, and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nThe group is aimed at residents of Westgate\, those who live nearby\, or simply have an interest in the history of the village. \nFree refreshments will be available throughout the session. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nImage (c) – Tom Baldwin \n  \nPart of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-historical-group-meeting-2-6/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Westgate-Village-Histories-event-image-e1774352245755.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260717T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260717T170000 DTSTAMP:20260625T164058Z CREATED:20260424T134447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T164058Z UID:10002325-1784289600-1784307600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Westgate village histories archive visit DESCRIPTION:The Westgate village histories archive visit\, on Friday 17 July\, 1pm to 4pm\, will explore the Weardale Chest Collection\, held at Palace Green Library\, Durham. \nThe manuscript material found in the chest dates from 1579 to 1660 and includes first-hand witness testimonies from Westgate residents. It tells the fascinating story of a commonwealth era legal battle between Weardale tenants and their new Parliamentarian landlord\, Sir Arthur Hesilrige. \nThe workshop will include a palaeography training session using original documents\, led by archivist Andrew Gray\, as well as the rare opportunity to view the sixteenth century oak chest\, situated in the historic Bamburgh Library. \nTransport will be provided to and from Westgate Village. The minibus will leave Westgate Village Hall at 12 noon and return for around 5pm. \n• Please note: the Barker Research Library\, where the workshop takes place\, is wheelchair accessible. However\, the original chest is stored upstairs in an historic library. Unfortunately\, this means that wheelchair users will be unable to view the chest in person. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nImage (c) – Durham University Library \n  \nPart of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-historical-group-meeting-2-11-copy/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Weardale-chest-event-image.png ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T140000 DTSTAMP:20260630T123843Z CREATED:20260630T105314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T123843Z UID:10002381-1784628000-1784642400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Oral history and podcast training opportunities: drop-in sessions DESCRIPTION:We are looking for curious people with an interest in local history\, storytelling\, or simply trying something new to assist in making podcasts\, helping to capture the research and oral histories carried out by the Land of Lead and Silver Project. \nCome along to the drop-in sessions every Tuesday at Westgate Village Hall\, between 10am and 2pm\, starting on 7 July to 4 August. Stay for as long as you can and when you can. \nNo prior podcasting or audio experience is necessary\, suitable for 18+. We will cover how you can get involved and work with sound artist Ben Freeth. \nThere may also be an occasion when we venture further to capture more\, but notice will be given two weeks ahead of this. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills in audio production\, meet like-minded people\, gain hands-on creative experience\, and play a key role in preserving and sharing local heritage. \nAccessibility – Westgate Village Hall is accessed via steps. Please contact us if you have any accessibility requirements. \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/oral-history-and-podcast-training-opportunities-drop-in-sessions/2026-07-21/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/oral-history-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T140000 DTSTAMP:20260630T123843Z CREATED:20260630T105314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T123843Z UID:10002382-1785232800-1785247200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Oral history and podcast training opportunities: drop-in sessions DESCRIPTION:We are looking for curious people with an interest in local history\, storytelling\, or simply trying something new to assist in making podcasts\, helping to capture the research and oral histories carried out by the Land of Lead and Silver Project. \nCome along to the drop-in sessions every Tuesday at Westgate Village Hall\, between 10am and 2pm\, starting on 7 July to 4 August. Stay for as long as you can and when you can. \nNo prior podcasting or audio experience is necessary\, suitable for 18+. We will cover how you can get involved and work with sound artist Ben Freeth. \nThere may also be an occasion when we venture further to capture more\, but notice will be given two weeks ahead of this. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills in audio production\, meet like-minded people\, gain hands-on creative experience\, and play a key role in preserving and sharing local heritage. \nAccessibility – Westgate Village Hall is accessed via steps. Please contact us if you have any accessibility requirements. \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/oral-history-and-podcast-training-opportunities-drop-in-sessions/2026-07-28/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/oral-history-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151847Z CREATED:20251217T144732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151847Z UID:10002172-1785405600-1785427200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. Held monthly apart from March and August\, 10am to 4pm. \nHelp document key features through structured field recording and targeted photography\, and contribute invaluable data for ongoing conservation work. The photographs taken will also support the creation of detailed 3D models through photogrammetry and feed into Historic England’s Missing Pieces project\, helping to build a richer national record of heritage sites. \nYou’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weather. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates for 2026: \nFuture dates with locations:\n• Thursday 26th February – Rookhope Arch\n• Tuesday 28th April – Nenthead\n• Wednesday 27th May – Beldon Lead Mine\n• Tuesday 23rd June – Lady’s Rake Mine\n• Thursday 30th July – Silverband Mine\n• Wednesday 23rd September – Pike Law\n• Tuesday 27th October – Middle Level Greenlaw\n• Thursday 19th November – Stublick Colliery/ Langley Barony Mine\n• Tuesday 8th December – Brandon Walls \nEach day is from 10am to 4pm. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-on-site-working-day-2/2026-07-30/ CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/condition-report-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260804T140000 DTSTAMP:20260630T123843Z CREATED:20260630T105314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T123843Z UID:10002383-1785837600-1785852000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Oral history and podcast training opportunities: drop-in sessions DESCRIPTION:We are looking for curious people with an interest in local history\, storytelling\, or simply trying something new to assist in making podcasts\, helping to capture the research and oral histories carried out by the Land of Lead and Silver Project. \nCome along to the drop-in sessions every Tuesday at Westgate Village Hall\, between 10am and 2pm\, starting on 7 July to 4 August. Stay for as long as you can and when you can. \nNo prior podcasting or audio experience is necessary\, suitable for 18+. We will cover how you can get involved and work with sound artist Ben Freeth. \nThere may also be an occasion when we venture further to capture more\, but notice will be given two weeks ahead of this. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills in audio production\, meet like-minded people\, gain hands-on creative experience\, and play a key role in preserving and sharing local heritage. \nAccessibility – Westgate Village Hall is accessed via steps. Please contact us if you have any accessibility requirements. \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/oral-history-and-podcast-training-opportunities-drop-in-sessions/2026-08-04/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/oral-history-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T150000 DTSTAMP:20260702T121618Z CREATED:20260702T110256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T121618Z UID:10002384-1786356000-1786374000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Unearthing the North Pennines- Indoor workshop DESCRIPTION:A volunteer opportunity to help unearth the mining archives of the North Pennines\, at High Forest Community Centre\, Sinderhope\, 10 August\, 10am to 3pm. \nThis indoor workshop is designed to make use of volunteers’ knowledge while developing a shared understanding of the North Pennines mining landscape. No previous knowledge is required\, although those with an interest in mining history or industrial archaeology will have plenty of opportunity to contribute. \nThe morning session will be working with historic photographs\, maps and plans to help identify mining features and create an annotated resource. The afternoon session will focus on reviewing the ‘long list’ of priority recording sites in the North Pennines. \nThis hands-on workshop will also build resources for future volunteers\, and help shape which North Pennines mining sites Land of Lead and Silver’s records. \nSuitable for 18+ only. Please contact us if you have any accessibility requirements. Refreshments will be provided. Please bring a packed lunch. \nSign up using the volunteer system Better Impact \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/unearthing-the-north-pennines-indoor-workshop/ LOCATION:High Forest Community Centre\, Sinderhope\, NE47 9SJ CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Indoor-workshop.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T200000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151836Z CREATED:20260216T130053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151836Z UID:10002202-1787162400-1787169600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Westgate - village history evenings DESCRIPTION:As part of the village histories project\, we’ll be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of Westgate and its surrounding area. There are sessions every month on a Wednesday\, 6pm to 8pm\, starting 25 February in the village hall at Westgate. \nThis exciting project aims to bring together local knowledge\, memories\, and research to create a lasting record for future generations\, and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nThe group is aimed at residents of Westgate\, those who live nearby\, or simply have an interest in the history of the village. \nFree refreshments will be available throughout the session. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nImage (c) – Tom Baldwin \n  \nPart of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-historical-group-meeting-2-7/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Westgate-Village-Histories-event-image-e1774352245755.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T134500 DTSTAMP:20260624T113530Z CREATED:20260603T163524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T113530Z UID:10002355-1789304400-1789307100@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Without galena - outdoor performance DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live outdoor performance work created with – and within – the landscape of Bollihope\, a place of outstanding beauty and rich industrial history. \nDigging into the stories buried in the belly of this unique man-made landscape\, three artists take to its hills on Sunday 13 September\, revealing a curious alchemy of music\, dance\, image\, and the pull of the wind itself. There are two performances\, 1pm and 3.30pm\, which last approximately 45 minutes and takes place entirely outdoors. \nPlease bring a blanket or camping chair to settle onto the spoil heap and\, most importantly\, a pair of binoculars to catch the performance up high. \nEsther Huss is a contemporary dance artist who regularly collaborates with visual artist Claudia Sacher and sound artist Jeremy Bradfield. This commission\, awarded a grant by North Pennines National Landscape team\, sees the trio reimagine our landscape through dance\, sound and visual art. \nThere is an optional donation of £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 link to Ticketsource URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/without-galena/2026-09-13/1/ LOCATION:Bollihope CATEGORIES:Art,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Ballihope-RD-058-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T161500 DTSTAMP:20260624T113530Z CREATED:20260603T163524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T113530Z UID:10002356-1789313400-1789316100@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Without galena - outdoor performance DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live outdoor performance work created with – and within – the landscape of Bollihope\, a place of outstanding beauty and rich industrial history. \nDigging into the stories buried in the belly of this unique man-made landscape\, three artists take to its hills on Sunday 13 September\, revealing a curious alchemy of music\, dance\, image\, and the pull of the wind itself. There are two performances\, 1pm and 3.30pm\, which last approximately 45 minutes and takes place entirely outdoors. \nPlease bring a blanket or camping chair to settle onto the spoil heap and\, most importantly\, a pair of binoculars to catch the performance up high. \nEsther Huss is a contemporary dance artist who regularly collaborates with visual artist Claudia Sacher and sound artist Jeremy Bradfield. This commission\, awarded a grant by North Pennines National Landscape team\, sees the trio reimagine our landscape through dance\, sound and visual art. \nThere is an optional donation of £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 link to Ticketsource URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/without-galena/2026-09-13/2/ LOCATION:Bollihope CATEGORIES:Art,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Ballihope-RD-058-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T200000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151825Z CREATED:20260216T130331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151825Z UID:10002203-1789581600-1789588800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Westgate - village history evenings DESCRIPTION:As part of the village histories project\, we’ll be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of Westgate and its surrounding area. There are sessions every month on a Wednesday\, 6pm to 8pm\, starting 25 February in the village hall at Westgate. \nThis exciting project aims to bring together local knowledge\, memories\, and research to create a lasting record for future generations\, and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nThe group is aimed at residents of Westgate\, those who live nearby\, or simply have an interest in the history of the village. \nFree refreshments will be available throughout the session. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nImage (c) – Tom Baldwin \n  \nPart of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-historical-group-meeting-2-8/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Westgate-Village-Histories-event-image-e1774352245755.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T153000 DTSTAMP:20260320T161704Z CREATED:20260320T160502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T161704Z UID:10002255-1790076600-1790091000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer catch-up session: Land of Lead and Silver project DESCRIPTION:We are holding a volunteer catch-up and feedback session highlighting the volunteer work on the North Pennines National Landscape Land of Lead and Silver project. Join us on Tuesday 22 September\, 11.30am to 3.30pm at Eggleston Village Hall\, Eggleston. \nThis event is also an opportunity to show our thanks for the commitment you have made being a volunteer. Share your experiences of volunteering with the Land of Lead and Silver project. We would like to be responsive to your feedback and ideas. \nSuitable for all ages\, children must be supervised by an adult. There is no need to book\, free refreshments will be available. \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-catch-up-session-land-of-lead-and-silver-project-2/ LOCATION:Eggleston Village Hall CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Historic-environment-indoor-working-day.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151847Z CREATED:20251217T144732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151847Z UID:10002173-1790157600-1790179200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. Held monthly apart from March and August\, 10am to 4pm. \nHelp document key features through structured field recording and targeted photography\, and contribute invaluable data for ongoing conservation work. The photographs taken will also support the creation of detailed 3D models through photogrammetry and feed into Historic England’s Missing Pieces project\, helping to build a richer national record of heritage sites. \nYou’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weather. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates for 2026: \nFuture dates with locations:\n• Thursday 26th February – Rookhope Arch\n• Tuesday 28th April – Nenthead\n• Wednesday 27th May – Beldon Lead Mine\n• Tuesday 23rd June – Lady’s Rake Mine\n• Thursday 30th July – Silverband Mine\n• Wednesday 23rd September – Pike Law\n• Tuesday 27th October – Middle Level Greenlaw\n• Thursday 19th November – Stublick Colliery/ Langley Barony Mine\n• Tuesday 8th December – Brandon Walls \nEach day is from 10am to 4pm. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-on-site-working-day-2/2026-09-23/ CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/condition-report-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T143000 DTSTAMP:20260611T123837Z CREATED:20260129T125658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T123837Z UID:10002193-1790418600-1790433000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - a guided walk DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the outdoors on a guided walk through a historical landscape on the last Saturday of every month. Join a small group of people taking in the surroundings\, and learn about what shaped the landscape as well as the mining heritage. \nSaturday strolls are approximately three miles in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nThis month’s walk will start at Dukesfield\, Whitley Chapel and 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. \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 use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturday-stroll-a-guided-walk-8-copy-copy-2-2-copy/ LOCATION:Dukesfield 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:20261021T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T200000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151805Z CREATED:20260216T130537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151805Z UID:10002204-1792605600-1792612800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Westgate - village history evenings DESCRIPTION:As part of the village histories project\, we’ll be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of Westgate and its surrounding area. There are sessions every month on a Wednesday\, 6pm to 8pm\, starting 25 February in the village hall at Westgate. \nThis exciting project aims to bring together local knowledge\, memories\, and research to create a lasting record for future generations\, and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nThe group is aimed at residents of Westgate\, those who live nearby\, or simply have an interest in the history of the village. \nFree refreshments will be available throughout the session. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nImage (c) – Tom Baldwin \n  \nPart of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-historical-group-meeting-2-9/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Westgate-Village-Histories-event-image-e1774352245755.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T143000 DTSTAMP:20260611T123747Z CREATED:20260129T125916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T123747Z UID:10002194-1792837800-1792852200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - a guided walk DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the outdoors on a guided walk through a historical landscape on the last Saturday of every month. Join a small group of people taking in the surroundings\, and learn about what shaped the landscape as well as the mining heritage. \nSaturday strolls are approximately three miles in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nThis month’s walk 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. Exact meeting location to be confirmed. \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. \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 use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturday-stroll-a-guided-walk-8-2/ LOCATION:Dark skies stroll 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:20261027T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261027T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151847Z CREATED:20251217T144732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151847Z UID:10002174-1793095200-1793116800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. Held monthly apart from March and August\, 10am to 4pm. \nHelp document key features through structured field recording and targeted photography\, and contribute invaluable data for ongoing conservation work. The photographs taken will also support the creation of detailed 3D models through photogrammetry and feed into Historic England’s Missing Pieces project\, helping to build a richer national record of heritage sites. \nYou’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weather. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates for 2026: \nFuture dates with locations:\n• Thursday 26th February – Rookhope Arch\n• Tuesday 28th April – Nenthead\n• Wednesday 27th May – Beldon Lead Mine\n• Tuesday 23rd June – Lady’s Rake Mine\n• Thursday 30th July – Silverband Mine\n• Wednesday 23rd September – Pike Law\n• Tuesday 27th October – Middle Level Greenlaw\n• Thursday 19th November – Stublick Colliery/ Langley Barony Mine\n• Tuesday 8th December – Brandon Walls \nEach day is from 10am to 4pm. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-on-site-working-day-2/2026-10-27/ CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/condition-report-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T200000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151743Z CREATED:20260216T130729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151743Z UID:10002205-1795024800-1795032000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Westgate - village history evenings DESCRIPTION:As part of the village histories project\, we’ll be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of Westgate and its surrounding area. There are sessions every month on a Wednesday\, 6pm to 8pm\, starting 25 February in the village hall at Westgate. \nThis exciting project aims to bring together local knowledge\, memories\, and research to create a lasting record for future generations\, and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nThe group is aimed at residents of Westgate\, those who live nearby\, or simply have an interest in the history of the village. \nFree refreshments will be available throughout the session. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nImage (c) – Tom Baldwin \n  \nPart of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-historical-group-meeting-2-10/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Westgate-Village-Histories-event-image-e1774352245755.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151847Z CREATED:20251217T144732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151847Z UID:10002175-1795082400-1795104000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. Held monthly apart from March and August\, 10am to 4pm. \nHelp document key features through structured field recording and targeted photography\, and contribute invaluable data for ongoing conservation work. The photographs taken will also support the creation of detailed 3D models through photogrammetry and feed into Historic England’s Missing Pieces project\, helping to build a richer national record of heritage sites. \nYou’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weather. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates for 2026: \nFuture dates with locations:\n• Thursday 26th February – Rookhope Arch\n• Tuesday 28th April – Nenthead\n• Wednesday 27th May – Beldon Lead Mine\n• Tuesday 23rd June – Lady’s Rake Mine\n• Thursday 30th July – Silverband Mine\n• Wednesday 23rd September – Pike Law\n• Tuesday 27th October – Middle Level Greenlaw\n• Thursday 19th November – Stublick Colliery/ Langley Barony Mine\n• Tuesday 8th December – Brandon Walls \nEach day is from 10am to 4pm. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-on-site-working-day-2/2026-11-19/ CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/condition-report-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261128T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261128T143000 DTSTAMP:20260611T123700Z CREATED:20260129T125928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T123700Z UID:10002195-1795861800-1795876200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - a guided walk DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the outdoors on a guided walk through a historical landscape on the last Saturday of every month. Join a small group of people taking in the surroundings\, and learn about what shaped the landscape as well as the mining heritage. \nSaturday strolls are approximately three miles in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nThis month’s walk starts from Allenheads and 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. \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 use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturday-stroll-a-guided-walk-8-3/ LOCATION:Allenheads 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:20261208T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261208T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151847Z CREATED:20251217T144732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151847Z UID:10002176-1796724000-1796745600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Historic environment on-site working day DESCRIPTION:Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. Held monthly apart from March and August\, 10am to 4pm. \nHelp document key features through structured field recording and targeted photography\, and contribute invaluable data for ongoing conservation work. The photographs taken will also support the creation of detailed 3D models through photogrammetry and feed into Historic England’s Missing Pieces project\, helping to build a richer national record of heritage sites. \nYou’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff\, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. \nYou will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weather. You will also need a packed lunch\, snacks and a drink. If you want to bring equipment with you\, you are welcome to\, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. \nDates for 2026: \nFuture dates with locations:\n• Thursday 26th February – Rookhope Arch\n• Tuesday 28th April – Nenthead\n• Wednesday 27th May – Beldon Lead Mine\n• Tuesday 23rd June – Lady’s Rake Mine\n• Thursday 30th July – Silverband Mine\n• Wednesday 23rd September – Pike Law\n• Tuesday 27th October – Middle Level Greenlaw\n• Thursday 19th November – Stublick Colliery/ Langley Barony Mine\n• Tuesday 8th December – Brandon Walls \nEach day is from 10am to 4pm. \nPlease book using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  \n          URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/historic-environment-on-site-working-day-2/2026-12-08/ CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/condition-report-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T200000 DTSTAMP:20260603T151726Z CREATED:20260324T121641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T151726Z UID:10002206-1796839200-1796846400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Westgate Village history evenings DESCRIPTION:As part of the village histories project\, we’ll be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of Westgate and its surrounding area. There are sessions every month on a Wednesday\, 6pm to 8pm\, starting 25 February in the village hall at Westgate. \nThis exciting project aims to bring together local knowledge\, memories\, and research to create a lasting record for future generations\, and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nThe group is aimed at residents of Westgate\, those who live nearby\, or simply have an interest in the history of the village. \nFree refreshments will be available throughout the session. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nImage (c) – Tom Baldwin \n  \nPart of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England. \n    URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/westgate-village-historical-group-meeting-2-11/ LOCATION:Westgate Village Hall\, Front Street\, Westgate\, DL13 1RX CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Westgate-Village-Histories-event-image-e1774352245755.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261210T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261210T153000 DTSTAMP:20260611T115921Z CREATED:20260320T160524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T115921Z UID:10002256-1796902200-1796916600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer catch-up session: Land of Lead and Silver project DESCRIPTION:We are holding a volunteer catch-up and feedback session highlighting the volunteer work on the North Pennines National Landscape Land of Lead and Silver project. Join us for a Christmas catch-up on 10 December\, 11.30am to 3.30pm at High Forest Community Centre\, Sinderhope. \nThis event is also an opportunity to show our thanks for the commitment you have made being a volunteer. Share your experiences of volunteering with the Land of Lead and Silver project. We would like to be responsive to your feedback and ideas. \nSuitable for all ages\, children must be supervised by an adult. There is no need to book\, free festive refreshments will be available. \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-catch-up-session-land-of-lead-and-silver-project-2y/ LOCATION:High Forest Community Centre\, Sinderhope\, NE47 9SJ CATEGORIES:Historic environment event,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Historic-environment-indoor-working-day.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR